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Photos & Video: First Look at WHITE ROOSTER at Lookingglass Theatre

Photos & Video: First Look at WHITE ROOSTER at Lookingglass Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 17, 2026
You can now get a first look at photos and video of  the world premiere of White Rooster, written and directed by Ensemble Member Matthew C.
YOASOBI Returning to Lollapalooza Stage This Summer

YOASOBI Returning to Lollapalooza Stage This Summer

by BWW News Desk — March 17, 2026
J-pop duo YOASOBI will return to Lollapalooza in Chicago this summer, marking the second time the band has played the legendary festival, following their debut in 2024.
Chicago Cabaret Week Returns in May 2026 for a 10-Day Series of Events

Chicago Cabaret Week Returns in May 2026 for a 10-Day Series of Events

by BWW News Desk — March 17, 2026
Now in its fifth year, Chicago Cabaret Week will run from Friday, May 8 through Sunday, May 17 — with more than 20 shows in venues throughout the city and suburbs.
Spies Of The World To Perform Grateful Dead Tribute In Crystal Lake

Spies Of The World To Perform Grateful Dead Tribute In Crystal Lake

by BWW News Desk — March 16, 2026
Spies Of The World will perform a Grateful Dead-inspired concert in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
NOBA To Present Hubbard Street Dance Chicago To Close 2025–26 Season

NOBA To Present Hubbard Street Dance Chicago To Close 2025–26 Season

by BWW News Desk — March 16, 2026
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago will perform in New Orleans as part of the New Orleans Ballet Association’s 2025–26 season.
Joffrey Ballet Completes $2.5 Million Renovation Of Joffrey Tower In Chicago

Joffrey Ballet Completes $2.5 Million Renovation Of Joffrey Tower In Chicago

by BWW News Desk — March 16, 2026
The Joffrey Ballet has completed a $2.
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Unveils Spring Series with New Premieres

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Unveils Spring Series with New Premieres

by BWW News Desk — March 16, 2026
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago has revealed programming for the company's Season 48 Spring Series.
Cathryn Cowell Joins AMI as Violin and Viola Instructor Starting March

Cathryn Cowell Joins AMI as Violin and Viola Instructor Starting March

by BWW News Desk — March 16, 2026
American Music Institute will welcome Cathryn Cowell to its faculty.
RIVERDANCE 30 - The Next Generation Comes to Aurora’s Paramount Theatre

RIVERDANCE 30 - The Next Generation Comes to Aurora’s Paramount Theatre

by BWW News Desk — March 16, 2026
The magic of Irish dance will electrify Paramount Theatre's iconic stage in downtown Aurora when Riverdance 30 - The Next Generation will arrive for a limited engagement, March 27-29, 2026.
Video: First Look at Lyric Opera of Chicago's Production of Puccini's MADAMA BUTTERFL

Video: First Look at Lyric Opera of Chicago's Production of Puccini's MADAMA BUTTERFLY

by BWW News Desk — March 14, 2026
Check out footage from Puccini's Madama Butterfly, the story of a faithful but doomed geisha in love with B.
Larkspur Productions to Stage THE POSTHUMOUS TRIAL OF GIULIA TOFANA

Larkspur Productions to Stage THE POSTHUMOUS TRIAL OF GIULIA TOFANA

by BWW News Desk — March 13, 2026
Larkspur Productions will present the world premiere of The Posthumous Trial of Giulia Tofana.
Chicago Summer Music Camp to Return in July in Clarendon Hills

Chicago Summer Music Camp to Return in July in Clarendon Hills

by BWW News Desk — March 13, 2026
The Chicago Summer Music Camp will take place at the American Music Institute’s Clarendon Hills campus, offering students of all instruments and experience levels a dynamic week of music-making.
Chelsea Hoy Named Co-Artistic Director Of Trinity Irish Dance Company

Chelsea Hoy Named Co-Artistic Director Of Trinity Irish Dance Company

by BWW News Desk — March 13, 2026
Trinity Irish Dance Company has announced the appointment of Chelsea Hoy as its new Co-Artistic Director.
Bluebird Improv Brings Matt Walsh, Marc Evan Jackson and Second City Alumni to Studeb

Bluebird Improv Brings Matt Walsh, Marc Evan Jackson and Second City Alumni to Studebaker Theater

by BWW News Desk — March 12, 2026
Emmy-nominated actor Matt Walsh will return to his comedic roots in Chicago with a performance by BLUEBIRD IMPROV on May 16 at the Studebaker Theater.
Ravinia Festival Unveils 2026 Season Featuring Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Hugh Jackma

Ravinia Festival Unveils 2026 Season Featuring Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Hugh Jackman, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra

by BWW News Desk — March 12, 2026
The Ravinia Festival has announced its 2026 season, which will showcase a lineup of more than 90 artists.
Video: Michelle Williams Performs ‘Spark of Creation’ From CHILDREN OF EDEN

Video: Michelle Williams Performs ‘Spark of Creation’ From CHILDREN OF EDEN

by A.A. Cristi — March 12, 2026
Before writing Wicked, Stephen Schwartz composed the musical CHILDREN OF EDEN, and this spring a Chicago staged reading of the work will be available to stream online for one weekend only.
Production Team Revealed For 52nd Anniversary Non-Equity Jeff Awards Ceremony

Production Team Revealed For 52nd Anniversary Non-Equity Jeff Awards Ceremony

by BWW News Desk — March 12, 2026
At the 52nd Anniversary Joseph Jefferson Awards for Non-Equity Theater, more than 150 recognized artists and new emerging faces and voices will be honored in a program under the artistic direction of Adrian Abel Azevedo.
TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE Takes Stage at Overshadowed Theatrical Productions

TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE Takes Stage at Overshadowed Theatrical Productions

by BWW News Desk — March 11, 2026
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions will present Tuesdays with Morrie, a stage adaptation of Mitch Albom's powerful New York Times Bestseller, running until March 28, 2026.
DELTA: THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL Extends at Collaboraction

DELTA: THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL Extends at Collaboraction

by BWW News Desk — March 11, 2026
Collaboraction Theatre Company has extended Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till a second time due to popular demand.
MARY POPPINS in Concert Live to Film is Coming to Lyric Opera of Chicago

MARY POPPINS in Concert Live to Film is Coming to Lyric Opera of Chicago

by BWW News Desk — March 11, 2026
Lyric Opera of Chicago will present Disney’s Mary Poppins in Concert Live to Film, featuring the full-length film projected on a massive screen above the stage while the award-winning musical score is performed live by the Lyric Opera Orchestra.
Northlight Theatre Reveals Inaugural Season in the Company’s New Home in Downtown E

Northlight Theatre Reveals Inaugural Season in the Company’s New Home in Downtown Evanston

by BWW News Desk — March 10, 2026
Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J.
Physical Theater Festival Chicago Reveals Lineup For 13th Anniversary Celebration

Physical Theater Festival Chicago Reveals Lineup For 13th Anniversary Celebration

by BWW News Desk — March 10, 2026
 Physical Theater Festival Chicago has announced the full lineup for its 13th anniversary celebration, June 1 - 7.
BLUEY'S BIG PLAY Will Return to Chicago

BLUEY'S BIG PLAY Will Return to Chicago

by BWW News Desk — March 10, 2026
Following a successful global tour, Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are bringing Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show back to Broadway In Chicago at the Cadillac Palace Theatre.
The Beach Boys to Celebrate PET SOUNDS 60th Anniversary at RiverEdge Park

The Beach Boys to Celebrate PET SOUNDS 60th Anniversary at RiverEdge Park

by BWW News Desk — March 10, 2026
The Beach Boys will commemorate 60 years of their iconic album 'PET SOUNDS' with a special concert at Aurora's RiverEdge Park, marking a dual celebration of America's 250th year.
PIVOT World Premiere Extends at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble

PIVOT World Premiere Extends at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble

by BWW News Desk — March 10, 2026
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble has revealed additional performance dates for  the world premiere of Jeff Award winning playwright Alex Lubischer’s Pivot, directed by RTE Member Hallie Gordon.

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