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Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J.

Kyle DeSantis, Executive Producer of Drury Lane Theatre, continues a holiday tradition as he welcomes over 500 nuns who have traveled in from numerous states for the 57th annual evening of complimentary dinner and theater.

Lillie's Q, where chef/owner Charlie McKenna serves award-winning competition BBQ along with Southern favorites and sides in Bucktown (1856 W North Ave), will turn over the kitchen to sous chef Jose Landa for a six-course Mexican dinner pop-up dinner where Landa will cook his favorite childhood dish

A Red Orchid Theatre presents the world premiere of Megacosm, written by Ensemble Member Brett Neveu and directed by Ensemble Member Dado.

The Chicago premiere of J.

The Dance COLEctive (TDC) and The Big Hearts Fund, in a mutual desire to promote family wellness, hold their first joint fundraiser, "Wholehearted Wellness Jam 2012: ZUMBATHON," Thursday, February 23, 5:30-8:30 p.

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to New York.

Lookingglass Theatre Company is set to present Mr.

Lookingglass Theatre Company presents Mr.

The Mary Kay Letourneau Players, a Chicago-based comedy duo, have announced the premiere of their new sketch comedy revue opening January 15 at iO Chicago, "The Mary Kay Letourneau Players Present.

Profiles Theatre continues its 2011-2012 Season with the Midwest premiere of The Break of Noon by Neil LaBute, directed by Artistic Director Joe Jahraus.

Broadway In Chicago has announced that BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL is coming to the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W.

Those who enjoy chamber music as well as those who want to learn more about this genre have an opportunity for in-depth understanding through the Music Institute of Chicago's "The World of Chamber Music," a music appreciation class for adults led by faculty member Stephanie Ettelson.

Acclaimed performer Hershey Felder returns to the Geffen Playhouse - but this behind-the-scenes - as adapter and director of a new theatrical event: The Pianist of Willesden Lane, featuring award-winning musician Mona Golabek.

Light Opera Works is currently taking enrollments for the 2012 Musical Theater Summer Workshop.

Writers' Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director Michael Halberstam and Executive Director Kathryn M.

Lookingglass Theatre Company will present Mr.

Opus is the uniquely fascinating story about a world-class string quartet.

In THE SECRET GARDEN, Ten-year-old orphan Mary Lennox is sent to live with her uncle Archibald Craven, a man who's given up on life after the death of his wife Lily.

Theatre at the Center, located at 1040 Ridge Road in Munster, Indiana presents actor and musician Jim Post in Mark Twain and the Laughing River.

Seussical will open November 11th and run through December 31st at The Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire, IL.

Theater Wit's annual holiday classic The Santaland Diaries, based on David Sedaris's true, hilarious holiday tale, returns for its eighth consecutive outing in 2011 featuring a newly-enhanced set and once again starring Mitchell Fain who always plays to rave reviews and sold out houses.

THE CHRISTMAS SCHOONER brings holiday cheer to the Mercury Theater (3745 N.

The Lanetern Theater Company invites patrons to usher in 2012 with their New Year's Eve Performance & Party, held Saturday, December 31.

As first reported on TVGuide.