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Nick Colletti, Mekki Leeper & More Are Coming to The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2023
Get ready for nights of laughter as comedians Nick Colletti, Mekki Leeper and more take the stage at The Den Theatre. Find out when and where you can catch these hilarious comedy shows and secure your tickets now. Don't miss out on an unforgettable evening of entertainment.
Photos: First Look at the Cast of the Chicago Premiere of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2023
Get a first look at the cast of TimeLine’s Chicago premiere production of Stefano Massini and Ben Power’s internationally acclaimed and Tony Award-winning play THE LEHMAN TRILOGY. Check out all new photos here!
Three Brothers Theatre Reveals Cast For SLEEPY HOLLOW
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2023
Something wicked this way comes in the form of a cast for Three Brothers Theatre's The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. It will serve as the kickoff to their tenth season. Learn more about the production and find out who is starring here!
The Oak Park Festival Theatre Reveals Cast For SEAGULLS
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2023
The Oak Park Festival Theatre has announced the cast and production team for SEAGULLS, Beth Hyland’s thrilling rock musical adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s The Seagull. Learn more about the musical and how to get tickets here!
Celebrate 20 Years Of Family Fun Magic At Raue Center For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2023
Celebrate 20 years of family fun and magic at Raue Center for the Arts. Find out more about the exciting performances and events happening at this iconic venue.
Teatro ZinZanni Returns To Chicago October 5; Cast Announced
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2023
Teatro ZinZanni returns to Chicago with an electrifying cast and band, offering aerial acrobatics, sensational musicians, mystifying magic, and delectable dining. Opening on October 5, 2023, this unforgettable experience is not to be missed. Get your tickets now at ZinZanni.com/chicago.
BLUE MAN GROUP Chicago Hosts Special Halloween Weekend Performances October 28-29
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2023
Blue Man Group Chicago will be hosting special Halloween weekend performances on October 28-29. The performances will feature pre-show face painting, Halloween-inspired surprises, post-show meet & greet, and more.
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Kicks Off 46th Season and Fall Series at Harris Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2023
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago kicks off their 46th season with the Fall Series: Of Peace, featuring the company premiere of 'return to patience' by Aszure Barton. The performances will take place at the Harris Theater from November 2-5, 2023. Don't miss this mesmerizing and beautiful showcase of fluidity and technical prowess. Tickets available now.
CASABLANCA - A Live Radio Play Comes to IP Blackbox Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2023
Step into the Golden Age of Radio! Tickets are now available for IP Radio Players' Casablanca. Learn more about the production here!
Photos: First Look at BAKED! THE MUSICAL at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2023
Get a first look at Baked! The Musical at Theo Unique Cabaret Theatre.
Review: HAMILTON at James M. Nederlander Theatre
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - September 18, 2023
What did our critic think of Hamilton, currently running at the James M. Nederlander Theatre until December 30? Experience the incredible performances and storytelling that have captivated audiences worldwide.
CiderFest Comes to the Raue Center This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2023
Raue Center celebrates the changing season with the upcoming CiderFest and Fall Discount Day on September 30 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. during Downtown Crystal Lake's Johnny Appleseed Festival. Learn more about the event and find out how to attend here!
Photos: First Look at The Impostors Theatre Company's THE LAST LIVING GUN in Rehearsal
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2023
The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) will open their fifth season with The Last Living Gun, written by Ryan Stevens and directed by ITC Artistic Director Stefan Roseen, featuring original music by ITC ensemble member Dominick Vincent Alesia. Check out rehearsal photos here!
Photos: First Look at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre's THE ADDAMS FAMILY
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2023
Opening the 2023 – 2024 Season at Metropolis is the ghastly fun family comedy The Addams Family: The Musical. Former Interim Artistic Director and Stella Adler Studio of Acting Director of Musical Theatre Robbie Simpson directs this macabre musical hit. Check out production photos here!
SPOOKY & GAY: A Queer Horror Storytelling Cabaret Takes Stage at The Newport Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2023
Kicking off a month-long tour by award-winning solo theatermaker Bruce Ryan Costella, Spooky and Gay will play Newport Theatre next month.
Photos: First Look At THE DUCHESS OF MALFI From Babes With Blades Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2023
Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s (BWBTC) The Duchess of Malfi by John Webster and directed by Artistic Director Hayley Rice with fight direction by Maya Vinice Prentiss, is now playing through October 21 at The Factory Theater.
Photos: First Look At JANE: ABORTION AND THE UNDERGROUND At Idle Muse Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2023
Idle Muse Theatre Company’s Jane: Abortion and the Underground, written by Paula Kamen and directed by Morgan Manasa, is now playing through October 15, at The Edge Off-Broadway Theater.
Charles Newell to Transition Out of His Role as Court Theatre Artistic Director in Summer 2024
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2023
After a thirty-year tenure at Court Theatre, the professional theatre of the University of Chicago, Charles Newell has decided to transition out of his role as Marilyn F. Vitale Artistic Director in June 2024.
Tickets On Sale Now For DESTINOS Festival in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2023
Tickets are now on sale for Destinos, 6th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival, Chicago’s annual citywide festival showcasing Latino theater artists and companies from Chicago, the U.S. and Latin America. Find out how to get tickets here!
Redtwist Theatre Launches Its Season Of Pride With WOLVES, A Gory, Gay Retelling Of Little Red Riding Hood
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2023
Award-winning Redtwist Theatre has announced the first production in its 2023 -  2024 Season of Pride at its home in Edgewater, Redtwist Theatre, 1044 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. The 19th season begins with a gay reimagining of Little Red Riding Hood, Wolves, by Steve Yockey and directed by Artistic Director Dusty Brown, October 1 - November 5.
The Resident Theatre at Edge of the Wood to Present THE MINUTES by Tracy Letts
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2023
The Resident Theatre at Edge of the Wood has revealed the cast and creative team for its autumn production of The Minutes by Tracy Letts. Learn how to purchase tickets!
City Lit Theater to Present Excerpts from Top Challenged Books for Banned Books Week
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2023
Discover the power of literature as City Lit Theater showcases excerpts from the top challenged books of the year. Join us for a thought-provoking event in observance of Banned Books Week.
TITANIC THE MUSICAL to Open at Wheaton Drama Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2023
The larger-than-life musical drama Titanic takes to the stage for four weekends only in the heart of downtown Wheaton - opening September 15! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre Unveils Cast and Creative Team for ASSASSINS
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2023
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the cast and production team of Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman's provocative musical Assassins.
PRIETO Comes to Chicago Shakespeare Theater  in October
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2023
Chicago Shakespeare Theater and the Chicago Latino Theater Alliance (CLATA) co-present Prieto, an autobiographical coming-of-age story written and performed by Yosimar Reyes. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!

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