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

Steppenwolf Theatre Company presents its 6th annual First Look Repertory of New Work-three developmental productions of new plays presented in rotating repertory playing October 27 - November 14, 2010 in Steppenwolf's Merle Reskin Garage Theatre, 1624 N.

Obama and the Gays: A Political Marriage is a new book by long-time Chicago-based journalist Tracy Baim.

Steppenwolf Theatre Company presents its 6th annual First Look Repertory of New Work-three developmental productions of new plays presented in rotating repertory playing October 27 - November 14, 2010 in Steppenwolf's Merle Reskin Garage Theatre, 1624 N.

American Theater Company (ATC) announces the ninth annual production of It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play adapted from Frank Capra's classic film and directed by Jason W.

A Red Orchid Theatre continues its 2010-2011 Season with The Iliad, adapted from Robert Fagles' translation by Craig Wright and directed by Steve Wilson.

The House Theatre of Chicago is pleased to announce the return of THE NUTCRACKER, a re-imagining of the classic E.

TimeLine Theatre Company presents the world premiere of To Master the Art by William Brown and Doug Frew, directed by William Brown, October 30 - December 19, 2010 (previews October 26 through October 29) at TimeLine Theatre, 615 W.

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce the Chicago premiere of TRACES, a fantastical blend of circus, physical theater and music.

In conjunction with our World Premiere production of Andrew Hinderaker's Kingsville, Stage Left Theatre announces a series of post-performance symposia to discuss the issues addressed in the play.

Goodman Theatre's acclaimed production of CANDIDE, directed and newly adapted by Mary Zimmerman, must close Sunday, October 31 at 2pm.

Court Theatre continues its 56th season with Edward Albee's THREE TALL WOMEN, directed by Artistic Director Charles Newell.

A Red Orchid Theatre continues its 2010-2011 Season with The New Electric Ballroom, written by Enda Walsh and directed by Robin Witt.

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

Court Theatre continues its 56th season with Samm-Art Williams' Home, directed by Resident Artist Ron OJ Parson.

The Theatre and Interpretation Center (TIC) at Northwestern University will continue its 30th anniversary season with performances of Moliere's comedic masterpiece "Tartuffe" (Oct.

Writers' Theatre Artistic Director Michael Halberstam and Executive Director Kathryn M.

A Red Orchid Theatre continues its 2010-2011 Season with The Iliad, adapted from Robert Fagles' translation by Craig Wright and directed by Steve Wilson.

Full Sky Productions presents the Chicago premiere of LOCAL WONDERS, a play with songs, at Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W.

Vaudezilla presents in collaboration with Hot 'n' Heavy Burlesque- The Grim Reapers Peepshow - Chicago Burlesque Show

The talented cast and crew of Disney's THE LION KING and BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL join together to present CITY OF HOPE: CHICAGO CARES - a concert featuring song, dance, and spoken word.

Ever wanted to step onto a Broadway stage in a lead role? Here's your chance! Petterino's (150 N.

Chicago DCA presents Theater Incubator Showcase featuring Sideshow Theatre Company on Monday, October 25, at 7:30 PM at Studio Theater in the Chicago Cultural Center.

Big Noise Theatre Company, a division of Winnetka Theatre, announces auditions for Beau Jest Sunday, October 24 and Monday October 25, 2010.

The Jeff Awards for Chicago Equity theater announced this year's nominees.