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Ian Bostridge Joins Canadian Chamber Orchestra Les Violons du Roy 5/6

by BWW News Desk — May 6, 2011
The Harris Theater for Music and Dance is pleased to present one of the world's finest lieder tenors, the "superbly accomplished and deeply affecting" (The New York Times) English tenor Ian Bostridge, performing with the innovative Canadian chamber orchestra Les Violons du Roy on Friday, May 6, 2011

Stage773 Presents COLD COLD FEET 5/6-6/5

by BWW News Desk — May 6, 2011
Diamante Productions presents the newly revamped production of Cold Cold Feet May 6 - June 5 at Stage773, 1225 W.

Northwestern University Presents BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS, 5/6-15

by BWW News Desk — May 6, 2011
A country in the midst of the Great Depression and on the brink of World War II seems an unlikely setting for a comedy, but 'Brighton Beach Memoirs,' Neil Simon's heartwarming exploration of the unifying power of family and first loves, continues to draw laughs with its timeless humor
Oak Park Festival Theatre Presents The History of King Henry the Fourth, 6/11-7/9

Oak Park Festival Theatre Presents The History of King Henry the Fourth, 6/11-7/9

by Kelsey Denette — May 5, 2011
Oak Park Festival Theatre presents a new adaptation of William Shakespeare's classic history plays, Henry IV parts 1 and 2 by Professor Stanton Davis of Northern Illinois University.
Regional Theatre Tony Awarded to Lookingglass Theatre

Regional Theatre Tony Awarded to Lookingglass Theatre

by Kelsey Denette — May 5, 2011
The American Theatre Wing's Tony Awards has announced that Lookingglass Theatre is the recipient of the prestigious 2011 Regional Theatre Tony Award, marking the fifth Chicago company to receive the award.
The Building Stage Announces Four-Play Season

The Building Stage Announces Four-Play Season

by Gabrielle Sierra — May 5, 2011
The Building Stage proudly announces its 2011-2012 season, showcasing the range of intellectual, visual, and thematic pleasures the company is known for in its unique, original works.
Columbia College Chicago Hosts Chicago–Theatre Capital of America 5/18-22

Columbia College Chicago Hosts Chicago–Theatre Capital of America 5/18-22

by Gabrielle Sierra — May 5, 2011
In a first-of-its-kind event, an international congress of theater scholars and practitioners are set to chronicle the history and chart the future of Chicago theater in "Chicago - Theatre Capital of America: Past.
Fox Valley Rep Teens and Local Authors Raise Awareness to Teenage Bullying

Fox Valley Rep Teens and Local Authors Raise Awareness to Teenage Bullying

by Gabrielle Sierra — May 5, 2011
Fox Valley Repertory Academy's teen students are ready to provide a glimpse into the lives of teenage girls.
Alice Ripley to Return to NEXT TO NORMAL Tour After Suffering Injury

Alice Ripley to Return to NEXT TO NORMAL Tour After Suffering Injury

by Nicole Rosky — May 5, 2011
Tony winner ALice Ripley has been absent from the Chicago engagment of the NEXT TO NORMAL tur thus far, because of a knee injury, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Octavarius Returns to ComedySportz for 35-Week Run June 19

Octavarius Returns to ComedySportz for 35-Week Run June 19

by Gabrielle Sierra — May 5, 2011
Octavarius, a Chicago comedy group and soon-to-be headliner for closing night of the Chicago Improv Festival (CIF), takes the stage on Sunday, June 19 at 7pm, at The ComedySportz Theatre Chicago (929 W.

Buffalo Theatre Ensemble Presents Private Lives 5/5-29

by BWW News Desk — May 5, 2011
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble (BTE) presents Noel Coward's quintessential comedy of manners, "Private Lives" May 5 - 29 at the McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage, located at 425 Fawell Blvd.

Red Tape Theatre Presents Will Eno's TRAGEDY: A TRAGEDY

by BWW News Desk — May 5, 2011
Red Tape Theatre presents the apocalyptic comedy Tragedy: a tragedy by Will Eno, author of the Pulitzer Prize-finalist play THOM PAIN (based on nothing).

Red Tape Theatre Presents Will Eno's TRAGEDY: A TRAGEDY

by BWW News Desk — May 5, 2011
Red Tape Theatre presents the apocalyptic comedy Tragedy: a tragedy by Will Eno, author of the Pulitzer Prize-finalist play THOM PAIN (based on nothing).
Chicago Bull C.J. Watson to Host Benefit Event, 5/13

Chicago Bull C.J. Watson to Host Benefit Event, 5/13

by Kelsey Denette — May 4, 2011
Wicker Park upscale sports bar The Fifty/50 (2047 W Division St) and The Bench Mob will host an event with Chicago Bulls point guard C.
Bailiwick Chicago to Stage Chicago Premiere of BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON

Bailiwick Chicago to Stage Chicago Premiere of BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON

by Kelsey Denette — May 4, 2011
On the heels of the opening of its critically-hailed hit production of 'Passing Strange,' Bailiwick Chicago announced today that the company has been awarded the producing rights for the Chicago premiere of the groundbreaking 'Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson,' which, on Tuesday, May 3, was nominated fo
STAGE TUBE: Bailiwick Chicago's PASSING STRANGE Trailer!

STAGE TUBE: Bailiwick Chicago's PASSING STRANGE Trailer!

by Kelsey Denette — May 4, 2011
Loaded with soulful lyrics and overflowing with passion, the Tony Award-winning rock musical PASSING STRANGE takes us from black, middle-class America to Amsterdam, Berlin and beyond on a journey towards personal and artistic authenticity.
Light Opera Works Presents BRIGADOON

Light Opera Works Presents BRIGADOON

by Gabrielle Sierra — May 4, 2011
In BRIGADOON, as a heavenly mist caresses the highlands of Scotland, two young Americans embark on an adventure they'll never forget.
Chemically Embalanced Comedy Presents SUCKED INTO SERVICE, 5/19-6/30

Chemically Embalanced Comedy Presents SUCKED INTO SERVICE, 5/19-6/30

by Meghan Schuler — May 4, 2011
Chemically Imbalanced Comedy presents our next Encore Series 'Sucked into Service,' An evening of Comedic performances exploring two very different sides of the service industry.
More Dates Set For Shattered Globe's DOWN & DIRTY ROMEO & JULIET

More Dates Set For Shattered Globe's DOWN & DIRTY ROMEO & JULIET

by Gabrielle Sierra — May 4, 2011
Shattered Globe Theatre is launching the second production of its 19th season with DOWN & DIRTY ROMEO & JULIET.
'The Original Grease:' No Longer Just the Danny & Sandy Show

'The Original Grease:' No Longer Just the Danny & Sandy Show

by M. William Panek — May 4, 2011
For anyone who's ever lived in Chicago, has a fond spot in their heart for any incarnation of 'Grease,' or eaten a Whoopercheesie, American Theater Company's 'The Original Grease' is the show to see this summer.
Carla Gordon & Beckie Menzie Debut New Comedy Song, Lady in the GPS, 5/4

Carla Gordon & Beckie Menzie Debut New Comedy Song, Lady in the GPS, 5/4

by Meghan Schuler — May 4, 2011
Carla Gordon and Beckie Menzie are celebrating the debut of their new comedy song, 'The Lady in the GPS' at Katerina's Composers' Studio tonight, May 4th, at 7:30 p.
Redtwist Theater Presents BUG

Redtwist Theater Presents BUG

by Gabrielle Sierra — May 4, 2011
BUG by Tracy Letts- Step inside our motel .
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for May 4th, 2011

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for May 4th, 2011

by Paul W. Thompson — May 4, 2011
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway.
It’ll Charm You If You Want It To: NUNSET BOULEVARD Opens in Munster

It’ll Charm You If You Want It To: NUNSET BOULEVARD Opens in Munster

by Paul W. Thompson — May 4, 2011
It's not a typo folks! This is not a review of anybody's production of "Sunset Boulevard," despite the vision mistakes of ALL of my friends when they asked me in writing where I was going.

The Theatre School at DePaul University Presents THE ERNIE PLAY, Opens 5/6

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2011
The Theatre School at DePaul University presents THE ERNIE PLAY, written by Melanie Plank and directed by Shade Murray, as the 2010-2011 New Playwrights Series selection
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