NYRA'S DREAMS Premieres in Chicago Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2023
Prop Thtr and SurTaal Dance have announced the world premiere of Nyra’s Dreams, created and performed by Shalaka Kulkarni and directed by Stefan Brun. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2023
Prop Thtr and SurTaal Dance have announced the world premiere of Nyra’s Dreams, created and performed by Shalaka Kulkarni and directed by Stefan Brun. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!
David T. Little's SOLDIER SONGS Comes to Chicago Opera Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2023
Chicago Opera Theater kicks off its 50th Anniversary season with David T. Little’s GRAMMY-nominated Soldier Songs. Learn more about the performance and find out how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2023
Chicago Opera Theater kicks off its 50th Anniversary season with David T. Little’s GRAMMY-nominated Soldier Songs. Learn more about the performance and find out how to get tickets here!
Shane Todd Comes to The Den Theatre in December
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced Shane Todd for a special one-night-only standup performance on Tuesday December 5, 2023 at 7:15 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage. Learn more about the performance and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced Shane Todd for a special one-night-only standup performance on Tuesday December 5, 2023 at 7:15 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage. Learn more about the performance and how to get tickets here!
Nathaniel Stampley Performs at the Marriott Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Marriott Theatre favorite Nathaniel Stampley, currently appearing as Herbie in the theater’s production of GYPSY, takes the stage in an intimate evening of solo songs and stories. Learn more about the concert and find out how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Marriott Theatre favorite Nathaniel Stampley, currently appearing as Herbie in the theater’s production of GYPSY, takes the stage in an intimate evening of solo songs and stories. Learn more about the concert and find out how to get tickets here!
The Saint Sebastian Players Perform NUNSENSE Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
The Saint Sebastian Players’ 42nd season opens with the hilarious musical spoof Nunsense by Dan Goggin. Learn more about the musical and find out how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
The Saint Sebastian Players’ 42nd season opens with the hilarious musical spoof Nunsense by Dan Goggin. Learn more about the musical and find out how to get tickets here!
THE LION IN WINTER Comes to the Court Theatre in November
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Court Theatre will open its 2023/24 season with The Lion in Winter directed by Resident Artist Ron OJ Parson. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Court Theatre will open its 2023/24 season with The Lion in Winter directed by Resident Artist Ron OJ Parson. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
SWEENEY TODD IN CONCERT Comes to Theater at the Center in November
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Kokandy Productions has announced a one-weekend-only concert presentation of its critically acclaimed, award-winning production of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street on November 11 & 12, 2023 at Theater at the Center. Learn more about the concert here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
Kokandy Productions has announced a one-weekend-only concert presentation of its critically acclaimed, award-winning production of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street on November 11 & 12, 2023 at Theater at the Center. Learn more about the concert here!
David Nihill Brings SHELF HELP TOUR to the Den Theatre in March 2024
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced David Nihill’s “Shelf Help Tour” performance on March 29 at 7:15 p.m. and March 30, 2024. Learn more about the performance and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced David Nihill’s “Shelf Help Tour” performance on March 29 at 7:15 p.m. and March 30, 2024. Learn more about the performance and how to get tickets here!
CircEsteem Hosts Annual Gala Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
CircEsteem has announced its highly anticipated Annual Gala, Circus Cabaret, scheduled to take place on Friday, October 13th, 2023 at the Drake Hotel. Learn more about the gala and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2023
CircEsteem has announced its highly anticipated Annual Gala, Circus Cabaret, scheduled to take place on Friday, October 13th, 2023 at the Drake Hotel. Learn more about the gala and how to get tickets here!
Millie Bobby Brown, Rachel Maddow, Keegan-Michael Key and More to Join Chicago Humanities This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
From September 17th to November 16th, Chicago Humanities will host its annual Fall Festival, a dynamic lineup of over fifty events, presented across the city, from Evanston to the Loop to Hyde Park.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
From September 17th to November 16th, Chicago Humanities will host its annual Fall Festival, a dynamic lineup of over fifty events, presented across the city, from Evanston to the Loop to Hyde Park.
Megon Mcdonough and Fred Simon Pay Tribute to Burt Bachrach and Hal David at the Raue Center
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
Enjoy an evening filled with some of the most beloved songs of the last five decades with What The World Needs Now, a powerful tribute to the music of Burt Bacharach and Hal David. Learn more about the performance and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
Enjoy an evening filled with some of the most beloved songs of the last five decades with What The World Needs Now, a powerful tribute to the music of Burt Bacharach and Hal David. Learn more about the performance and how to get tickets here!
MOTHERHOUSE Comes to Rivendell Theatre Ensemble This Week
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble will remount the sold-out world premiere run of Motherhouse by RTE Ensemble member Tuckie White. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble will remount the sold-out world premiere run of Motherhouse by RTE Ensemble member Tuckie White. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
Andy Mientus to Star in JIM HENSON'S EMMET OTTER'S JUG-BAND CHRISTMAS in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2023
A live theatrical adaptation of “Jim Henson’s Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas” is making its Chicago debut this holiday season, November 14-December 31, 2023. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2023
A live theatrical adaptation of “Jim Henson’s Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas” is making its Chicago debut this holiday season, November 14-December 31, 2023. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Cabinet of Curiosity to Present OUT LOUD! OUT SPOKEN!
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2023
Chicago spectacle event enterprise Cabinet of Curiosity will present Out Loud! Out Spoken!, Chicago’s first human-powered intimate spectacle, Sunday, October 1 from 3 to 6 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2023
Chicago spectacle event enterprise Cabinet of Curiosity will present Out Loud! Out Spoken!, Chicago’s first human-powered intimate spectacle, Sunday, October 1 from 3 to 6 p.m.
ANYTHING GOES, The Cole Porter Festival & More Set for Porchlight Music Theatre 29th Season
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2023
Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre has unveiled its 29th season. The new season launches with The Cole Porter Festival - A Celebration of the Man and his Music. Learn more details about the season!
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2023
Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre has unveiled its 29th season. The new season launches with The Cole Porter Festival - A Celebration of the Man and his Music. Learn more details about the season!
LUCHA TEOTL Wrestling Musical Comes to the Goodman This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2023
The Goodman Theatre presents Lucha Teotl this month. Pro wrestling bursts onto the stage in a high-octane, immersive, 90-minute thrill ride. Learn more about the musical and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2023
The Goodman Theatre presents Lucha Teotl this month. Pro wrestling bursts onto the stage in a high-octane, immersive, 90-minute thrill ride. Learn more about the musical and how to get tickets here!
Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - September 09, 2023
What did our critic think of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Paramount Theatre?
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - September 09, 2023
What did our critic think of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Paramount Theatre?
The Conspirators Announce Their 2023 - 2024 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2023
The Conspirators have announced their 2023-2024 season presenting three original works: Commedia Divinia: It's Worse Than That (November 9 - 19), Ayn Rand's 'It's a Wonderful Life' as Performed by The Conspirators Under the Direction of Diane Feinstein (December 15 - 17) and more. Check out performance information here!
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2023
The Conspirators have announced their 2023-2024 season presenting three original works: Commedia Divinia: It's Worse Than That (November 9 - 19), Ayn Rand's 'It's a Wonderful Life' as Performed by The Conspirators Under the Direction of Diane Feinstein (December 15 - 17) and more. Check out performance information here!
Photos: First Look at Paramount Theatre's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2023
Check out a first look at production photos from Paramount Theatre's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running through October 15!
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2023
Check out a first look at production photos from Paramount Theatre's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running through October 15!
Raue Center For The Arts Unveils New Director And Reopens School For The Arts After Extensive Renovations And Program Revamp
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2023
Raue Center For The Arts has announced the appointment of Rob Scharlow as the Director of Education for its School for the Arts, marking a significant milestone as the institution reopens its doors following six months of comprehensive building renovations and program enhancements.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2023
Raue Center For The Arts has announced the appointment of Rob Scharlow as the Director of Education for its School for the Arts, marking a significant milestone as the institution reopens its doors following six months of comprehensive building renovations and program enhancements.
Mosaic Players to Present 5 LESBIANS EATING A QUICHE
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2023
Mosaic Players will present 5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche this fall. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2023
Mosaic Players will present 5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche this fall. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Cast and Creative Team Set For TWELFTH NIGHT at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2023
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced the cast and creative team for the upcoming production of William Shakespeare’s romantic comedy Twelfth Night. Learn more about who is starring in the production here!
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2023
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced the cast and creative team for the upcoming production of William Shakespeare’s romantic comedy Twelfth Night. Learn more about who is starring in the production here!
The Joffrey Ballet Opens 2023-24 Season with Chicago premiere of Liam Scarlett's FRANKENSTEIN
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2023
The Joffrey Ballet opens its 68th season with the highly anticipated Chicago premiere of Liam Scarlett's critically acclaimed interpretation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2023
The Joffrey Ballet opens its 68th season with the highly anticipated Chicago premiere of Liam Scarlett's critically acclaimed interpretation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
Lyric Opera Of Chicago Announces The SoundShirt Pilot Program
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2023
Lyric Opera of Chicago announces the launch of a new accessibility initiative for its 2023/24 Season: the SoundShirt, a pilot program that brings wearable technology to the opera house for the first time. The SoundShirt allows all audience members, but particularly those who are deaf or hard of hearing, to experience live opera enhanced by real-time vibrations. The pilot program begins with the performance of Wagner's The Flying Dutchman on Sunday, October 1.
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2023
Lyric Opera of Chicago announces the launch of a new accessibility initiative for its 2023/24 Season: the SoundShirt, a pilot program that brings wearable technology to the opera house for the first time. The SoundShirt allows all audience members, but particularly those who are deaf or hard of hearing, to experience live opera enhanced by real-time vibrations. The pilot program begins with the performance of Wagner's The Flying Dutchman on Sunday, October 1.
FRIGHT: AN IMPROVISED HORROR MOVIE Is Coming To IO Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2023
Fright: An Improvised Horror Movie kicks off spooky season with a 60-minute interactive show that immerses viewers in iconic horror movies and lets them decide the frightening (yet still comedic) fate of each character. The terror comes to life every Sunday at 7:00 PM from September 17 to November 5 at iO Theater (1501 N Kingsbury St).
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2023
Fright: An Improvised Horror Movie kicks off spooky season with a 60-minute interactive show that immerses viewers in iconic horror movies and lets them decide the frightening (yet still comedic) fate of each character. The terror comes to life every Sunday at 7:00 PM from September 17 to November 5 at iO Theater (1501 N Kingsbury St).
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American English
Raue Center For The Arts (12/31 - 12/31) | |
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Amadeus
Steppenwolf Theatre Company (11/6 - 1/4) | |
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FREE CHICAGO WORKSHOP MIC
Stars & Garters (9/28 - 12/28) | |
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Sister Act
Drury Lane Theatre (11/12 - 1/11) | |
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moonwatchers
Greenhouse Theater Center (4/30 - 5/17) | |
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SUFFS
CIBC Theatre (7/7 - 7/19) | |
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My Life as a Cowboy
Open Space Arts (1/23 - 2/8) | |
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Holidays a cappella at Chicago a cappella
Chicago A Cappella (10/25 - 8/25) | |
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Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
ECC Arts Center (1/31 - 1/31) | |
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