AS YOU LIKE IT to be Presented at Writers Theatre This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
Writers Theatre will continue its 2025/26 Season with a musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, adapted by Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
Writers Theatre will continue its 2025/26 Season with a musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, adapted by Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery. Learn more!
Photos: Steppenwolf Theatre Company Celebrates Opening Night of Rajiv Joseph’s MR. WOLF
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
Now running at Steppenwolf Theatre Company is Rajiv Joseph’s unflinching family drama Mr. Wolf. Directed by ensemble member K. Todd Freeman (Downstate, Airline Highway), playing through November 2, 2025 in Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater. Check out photos from opening night!
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
Now running at Steppenwolf Theatre Company is Rajiv Joseph’s unflinching family drama Mr. Wolf. Directed by ensemble member K. Todd Freeman (Downstate, Airline Highway), playing through November 2, 2025 in Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater. Check out photos from opening night!
Oak Park Festival Theatre To Receive Special Equity Award At 57th Annual Jefferson Awards
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Oak Park Festival Theatre will be honored with a Special Equity Award at the 57th Annual Joseph Jefferson Awards on September 29, 2025. The recognition coincides with the company’s 50th anniversary season, celebrating its historic partnership with the Park District of Oak Park, expanded programming, and doubled attendance since 2022.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Oak Park Festival Theatre will be honored with a Special Equity Award at the 57th Annual Joseph Jefferson Awards on September 29, 2025. The recognition coincides with the company’s 50th anniversary season, celebrating its historic partnership with the Park District of Oak Park, expanded programming, and doubled attendance since 2022.
Rosaway Brings French Disco-Jazz Vibes To Raue Center For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Rosaway, the acclaimed Paris-based disco-jazz duo, will perform at Raue Center for the Arts on October 15, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Known for blending electro-pop, jazz, and funk, Rosaway features flutist/vocalist Rachel Ombredane and drummer Stéphane “SteF” Avellaneda.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Rosaway, the acclaimed Paris-based disco-jazz duo, will perform at Raue Center for the Arts on October 15, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Known for blending electro-pop, jazz, and funk, Rosaway features flutist/vocalist Rachel Ombredane and drummer Stéphane “SteF” Avellaneda.
ALWAYS OLIVIA: AN OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN TRIBUTE Comes To Belfy Music Theatre This Week
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Always Olivia, a tribute concert celebrating the timeless music of Olivia Newton-John, will be performed at the Belfy Music Theatre on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the concert beginning at 7:00 p.m. Reserved seating starts at $72.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Always Olivia, a tribute concert celebrating the timeless music of Olivia Newton-John, will be performed at the Belfy Music Theatre on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the concert beginning at 7:00 p.m. Reserved seating starts at $72.
Refracted Theatre Company Reveals Final Two Plays in THE SHORTLIST
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Refracted Theatre Company has revealed the final two plays as part of the The Shortlist: A Refracted Festival at the Den Theatre. Learn more about the festival here!
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Refracted Theatre Company has revealed the final two plays as part of the The Shortlist: A Refracted Festival at the Den Theatre. Learn more about the festival here!
ASHLAND AVENUE Starring Jenna Fischer Extends for Second Time at The Goodman
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
The Goodman will present a second extension for Lee Kirk’s Ashland Avenue, adding five performances in October. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
The Goodman will present a second extension for Lee Kirk’s Ashland Avenue, adding five performances in October. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Lyric Opera of Chicago Unveils Details for CAVALLERIA RUSTICANA & PAGLIACCI
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago will present a murderous double feature of Mascagni’s Cavalleria rusticana and Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci — known collectively as Cav/Pag — two timeless operas that ignite music’s most incendiary emotions.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago will present a murderous double feature of Mascagni’s Cavalleria rusticana and Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci — known collectively as Cav/Pag — two timeless operas that ignite music’s most incendiary emotions.
Joffrey Ballet Will Present MATTERS OF THE HEART at Harris Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
The Harris Theater for Music and Dance will welcome The Joffrey Ballet for Matters of the Heart, a two-act program running November 6–9, 2025. The engagement includes the world premiere of Chanel DaSilva’s Wabash & You and the Midwest debut of Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s Broken Wings.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
The Harris Theater for Music and Dance will welcome The Joffrey Ballet for Matters of the Heart, a two-act program running November 6–9, 2025. The engagement includes the world premiere of Chanel DaSilva’s Wabash & You and the Midwest debut of Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s Broken Wings.
Leslie Uggams Joins Porchlight Music Theatre’s Artistic Advisory Board
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
Porchlight Music Theatre has announced that Leslie Uggams, the multi-award-winning Broadway, film, TV, and recording star, has been appointed to its Artistic Advisory Board. Uggams was recently honored at the company’s 2025 ICONS Gala: Celebrating Leslie Uggams.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
Porchlight Music Theatre has announced that Leslie Uggams, the multi-award-winning Broadway, film, TV, and recording star, has been appointed to its Artistic Advisory Board. Uggams was recently honored at the company’s 2025 ICONS Gala: Celebrating Leslie Uggams.
WHITE CHRISTMAS to be Presented at Paramount Theatre This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
xNostalgia, pageantry and spectacle come to life in Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, the most iconic holiday musical of all time, next in Paramount’s 14th Broadway Series.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
xNostalgia, pageantry and spectacle come to life in Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, the most iconic holiday musical of all time, next in Paramount’s 14th Broadway Series.
Cast Set for URINETOWN at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the company of 'Urinetown.' Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre becomes a world of water shortages, catchy tunes, sharp wit, and a fight for free toilet usage. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the company of 'Urinetown.' Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre becomes a world of water shortages, catchy tunes, sharp wit, and a fight for free toilet usage. Learn more!
Chicago Theatre Leaders Join Richard Engling For Book Launch Panel At Bramble Arts Loft
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
A panel discussion and celebration titled Taking the Leap: A Conversation on Bold Moves in Chicago Theater will take place on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Bramble Arts Loft (5545 North Clark Street, 2nd Floor, Chicago).
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
A panel discussion and celebration titled Taking the Leap: A Conversation on Bold Moves in Chicago Theater will take place on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Bramble Arts Loft (5545 North Clark Street, 2nd Floor, Chicago).
LATINA COMEDY FESTIVAL Returns To The Lincoln Lodge in October
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
The 4th Annual Latina Comedy Festival will take place October 2–4, 2025, at The Lincoln Lodge in Logan Square. Produced by Las Locas Comedy, the festival will highlight over 50 comedians from across North America in more than 20 showcases.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
The 4th Annual Latina Comedy Festival will take place October 2–4, 2025, at The Lincoln Lodge in Logan Square. Produced by Las Locas Comedy, the festival will highlight over 50 comedians from across North America in more than 20 showcases.
GANGSTA BABY US Premiere Extended at Open Space Arts Through October
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
Open Space Arts’ U.S. premiere of GANGSTA BABY, written by Cameron Raasdal-Munro and directed by Rikki Beadle-Blair MBE, has extended through October 19, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
Open Space Arts’ U.S. premiere of GANGSTA BABY, written by Cameron Raasdal-Munro and directed by Rikki Beadle-Blair MBE, has extended through October 19, 2025.
Lifeline Theatre Will Host Special Halloween Event For CLICK, CLACK, BOO! A TRICKY TREAT
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
Lifeline Theatre has announced a special one-day-only event for families attending its Halloween KidSeries production, CLICK, CLACK, BOO! A TRICKY TREAT, running next month.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
Lifeline Theatre has announced a special one-day-only event for families attending its Halloween KidSeries production, CLICK, CLACK, BOO! A TRICKY TREAT, running next month.
Review: GREASE at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
by Tina St. Angelo - September 22, 2025
Yes this cast of Grease at the Metropolis Performing Arts Center do go together. The well known musical about life at Rydell High is a joyous, foot stamping, sing along quietly, fun production. The story follows new student Sandy Dumbrowski (Morgan Wolfe in her Metropolis debut) and Danny Zuko (Eric Amundson).
by Tina St. Angelo - September 22, 2025
Yes this cast of Grease at the Metropolis Performing Arts Center do go together. The well known musical about life at Rydell High is a joyous, foot stamping, sing along quietly, fun production. The story follows new student Sandy Dumbrowski (Morgan Wolfe in her Metropolis debut) and Danny Zuko (Eric Amundson).
Review: MR. WOLF at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Rachel Weinberg - September 22, 2025
MR. WOLF simultaneously fascinated and repulsed me. This play from Rajiv Joseph, now in its Chicago premiere to kick off Steppenwolf’s 50th anniversary season, is gripping and terrifying.
by Rachel Weinberg - September 22, 2025
MR. WOLF simultaneously fascinated and repulsed me. This play from Rajiv Joseph, now in its Chicago premiere to kick off Steppenwolf’s 50th anniversary season, is gripping and terrifying.
Review: ASHLAND AVENUE at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - September 22, 2025
ASHLAND AVENUE is a genial and charming play set in Chicago. Directed by Goodman Theatre’s Artistic Director Susan Booth, the Chicago setting of Lee Kirk’s world premiere certainly seems fitting for the opening of the theater’s centennial season. But this isn’t the kind of gritty, metaphorical “blood on the walls” kind of play often associated with Chicago-style theater. Instead, Kirk’s story about a Chicago family-owned business is much gentler.
by Rachel Weinberg - September 22, 2025
ASHLAND AVENUE is a genial and charming play set in Chicago. Directed by Goodman Theatre’s Artistic Director Susan Booth, the Chicago setting of Lee Kirk’s world premiere certainly seems fitting for the opening of the theater’s centennial season. But this isn’t the kind of gritty, metaphorical “blood on the walls” kind of play often associated with Chicago-style theater. Instead, Kirk’s story about a Chicago family-owned business is much gentler.
Jackie Burns and More to Star in REVOLUTION(S) at The Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2025
A top-flight cast of musical theater greats is now rocking rehearsal for Revolution(s)—the all-new punk/metal/hip-hop musical by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Tom Morello and Chicago’s Zayd Ayers Dohrn. Directed by Steve H. Broadnax III. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2025
A top-flight cast of musical theater greats is now rocking rehearsal for Revolution(s)—the all-new punk/metal/hip-hop musical by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Tom Morello and Chicago’s Zayd Ayers Dohrn. Directed by Steve H. Broadnax III. Learn more!
Johnny Rodgers Joins Farewell Tribute Series to Davenport's Skokie Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2025
Internationally celebrated singer-songwriter, pianist, Broadway veteran, and recording artist Johnny Rodgers has just been announced as part of the lineup to Skokie Theatre's weekend long tribute to the former cabaret nightclub Remembering Davenport's.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2025
Internationally celebrated singer-songwriter, pianist, Broadway veteran, and recording artist Johnny Rodgers has just been announced as part of the lineup to Skokie Theatre's weekend long tribute to the former cabaret nightclub Remembering Davenport's.
OOPS! ALL BITS Comedy Show Comes to the Second City's Judy's Beat Lounge This October
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2025
Skip your balanced breakfast and go right for the good stuff. Oops! All Bits blends your necessary daily nutrients together with a steady diet of long-form comedy.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2025
Skip your balanced breakfast and go right for the good stuff. Oops! All Bits blends your necessary daily nutrients together with a steady diet of long-form comedy.
Review: JOFFREY BALLET CARMEN at Lyric Opera Of Chicago
by Tina St. Angelo - September 21, 2025
The Joffrey Ballet’s current production and premiere at the Lyric Opera House is George Bizet’s eternal Carmen. The late, great choreographer Liam Scarlett conceived a ballet which is both classic, modern and seductive.
by Tina St. Angelo - September 21, 2025
The Joffrey Ballet’s current production and premiere at the Lyric Opera House is George Bizet’s eternal Carmen. The late, great choreographer Liam Scarlett conceived a ballet which is both classic, modern and seductive.
Photos: WISH YOU WERE HERE Marks Remy Bumppo Theatre Company’s Chicago Premiere
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2025
Check out production photos from WISH YOU WERE HERE, Remy Bumppo Theatre Company's Chicago premiere and the first production in its 30th anniversary season.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2025
Check out production photos from WISH YOU WERE HERE, Remy Bumppo Theatre Company's Chicago premiere and the first production in its 30th anniversary season.
Chicago Cabaret Professionals to Celebrate The Art of Cabaret at Upcoming Gala
by Gillian Blum - September 20, 2025
The Chicago Cabaret Professionals is hosting the group's 27th annual gala on October 9 at the Arts Club of Chicago, which is set to feature several performances.
by Gillian Blum - September 20, 2025
The Chicago Cabaret Professionals is hosting the group's 27th annual gala on October 9 at the Arts Club of Chicago, which is set to feature several performances.
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