Porchlight Music Theatre Adds Second Performance Of NEW FACES SING BROADWAY 1960
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
Due to popular demand, Porchlight Music Theatre has added a second performance of New Faces Sing Broadway 1960. The 10th anniversary edition of the series will now play Tuesday, Sept. 30 and Wednesday, Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at The Rhapsody Theater.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
Due to popular demand, Porchlight Music Theatre has added a second performance of New Faces Sing Broadway 1960. The 10th anniversary edition of the series will now play Tuesday, Sept. 30 and Wednesday, Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at The Rhapsody Theater.
Otherworld Theatre's Improvised Romantasy to Move to Second City's De Maat Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
Step into a world where fairytales meet forbidden fruit and destiny is written in real time. Improvised Romantasy, the hit improvised fantasy romance, now takes the stage at The de Maat Studio Theatre at Second City.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
Step into a world where fairytales meet forbidden fruit and destiny is written in real time. Improvised Romantasy, the hit improvised fantasy romance, now takes the stage at The de Maat Studio Theatre at Second City.
Cast Set for ROMEO + JULIET at Sandbox Theatre Collective
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
Sandbox Theatre Collective will present Romeo + Juliet by William Shakespeare, diected and co-produced by Helena Scholz-Carlson. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
Sandbox Theatre Collective will present Romeo + Juliet by William Shakespeare, diected and co-produced by Helena Scholz-Carlson. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
DUNGEONS & DRAGONS THE TWENTY-SIDED TAVERN Enters Final Weeks of Performances in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
There are only two weeks left to see the all-new DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern at Broadway In Chicago’s Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
There are only two weeks left to see the all-new DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern at Broadway In Chicago’s Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place. Learn more!
Porchlight Music Theater Adds Second Performance of NEW FACES SING BROADWAY 1960
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
Porchlight Music Theatre has added a second New Faces Sing Broadway 1960 performance. Learn more about the New Faces Sing Broadway 1960 and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
Porchlight Music Theatre has added a second New Faces Sing Broadway 1960 performance. Learn more about the New Faces Sing Broadway 1960 and see how to purchase tickets.
THE FIRST LADY OF TELEVISION Extends at Northlight Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
Northlight Theatre has extended its 50th Anniversary season opener, James Sherman’s The First Lady of Television, directed by Artistic Director BJ Jones. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
Northlight Theatre has extended its 50th Anniversary season opener, James Sherman’s The First Lady of Television, directed by Artistic Director BJ Jones. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
COME FROM AWAY Circa Begins in November at ’21 Dinner Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse is welcoming audiences to experience the uplifting power of the Tony Award-winning musical Come From Away, now running through November 1.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse is welcoming audiences to experience the uplifting power of the Tony Award-winning musical Come From Away, now running through November 1.
Richard Engling Will Launch New Novel THE VERY LAST PRODUCTION OF KING LEAR at The Book Cellar
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Author Richard Engling will launch his new novel The Very Last Production of King Lear at The Book Cellar in Chicago on September 19, 2025 at 7 p.m. The comedic novel, set in the Chicago theatre world, completes Engling’s Dwayne Finnegan trilogy.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Author Richard Engling will launch his new novel The Very Last Production of King Lear at The Book Cellar in Chicago on September 19, 2025 at 7 p.m. The comedic novel, set in the Chicago theatre world, completes Engling’s Dwayne Finnegan trilogy.
Eunji Kim, Jordan Wilson and More to Join COMEDY NIGHT IN THE CLOUDS
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
360 CHICAGO, the iconic observation deck atop the former Hancock Building, will host its first-ever 'Comedy Night in the Clouds' pop-up. Learn more and see how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
360 CHICAGO, the iconic observation deck atop the former Hancock Building, will host its first-ever 'Comedy Night in the Clouds' pop-up. Learn more and see how to attend.
Kokandy Productions Brings JEKYLL & HYDE to the Chopin Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Just in time for Halloween, Kokandy Productions embraces gothic horror with a revival of Jekyll & Hyde – the first Chicago staging of the macabre musical in over 15 years.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Just in time for Halloween, Kokandy Productions embraces gothic horror with a revival of Jekyll & Hyde – the first Chicago staging of the macabre musical in over 15 years.
LORD OF THE RINGS Comes to the Auditorium in Chicago With 238 Piece Orchestra
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, In Concert, is coming to Chicago's landmark, The Auditorium. Howard Shore's Academy and Grammy Award-winning score will be presented live, in concert.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, In Concert, is coming to Chicago's landmark, The Auditorium. Howard Shore's Academy and Grammy Award-winning score will be presented live, in concert.
Nominations Open For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards
by BWW Awards - September 10, 2025
Nominations are now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - September 10, 2025
Nominations are now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Sierra Kenyon Brings THE DEEP END To The Den Theatre This October
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Sierra Kenyon, named one of 2024’s Queer Comedians to Watch, will debut her sophomore solo special The Deep End at The Den Theatre on October 2 and October 9 at 7:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Sierra Kenyon, named one of 2024’s Queer Comedians to Watch, will debut her sophomore solo special The Deep End at The Den Theatre on October 2 and October 9 at 7:00 p.m.
Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble To Present FULL CIRCLE FESTIVAL This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble (CDE) will present its reimagined Full Circle Festival from September 19–28, 2025, at Chicago Danztheatre (1650 W. Foster Avenue).
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble (CDE) will present its reimagined Full Circle Festival from September 19–28, 2025, at Chicago Danztheatre (1650 W. Foster Avenue).
Stars & Garters Launches Inaugural Season With Comedy, Burlesque, and More
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
One of Chicago’s newest entertainment venues, Stars & Garters (3914 N. Clark St.), has announced its inaugural season, featuring an eclectic mix of comedy, improvisation, burlesque, drag, and variety shows.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
One of Chicago’s newest entertainment venues, Stars & Garters (3914 N. Clark St.), has announced its inaugural season, featuring an eclectic mix of comedy, improvisation, burlesque, drag, and variety shows.
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL YOUTH EDITION to be Presented by BrightSide Theatre Youth Project
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
BrightSide Youth Theatre project will bring the characters of the popular SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Nickelodeon TV series to the stage this fall when they present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL YOUTH EDITION. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
BrightSide Youth Theatre project will bring the characters of the popular SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Nickelodeon TV series to the stage this fall when they present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL YOUTH EDITION. Learn more!
Lyric Opera of Chicago to Present Disney and Pixar’s COCO in Concert Live to Film
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago’s Movie Nights at Lyric series will expand in the 2025/26 Season starting with Disney and Pixar’s Coco in Concert Live to Film. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago’s Movie Nights at Lyric series will expand in the 2025/26 Season starting with Disney and Pixar’s Coco in Concert Live to Film. Learn more!
The Conspirators Bring DUCK SOUP to Stars & Garters
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
The Conspirators will present Duck Soup by Harry Ruby and Burt Kalmar, adapted from the Marx Brothers' movie for the stage by Sid Feldman and directed by Wm. Bullion, at the NEW Stars & Garters venue.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
The Conspirators will present Duck Soup by Harry Ruby and Burt Kalmar, adapted from the Marx Brothers' movie for the stage by Sid Feldman and directed by Wm. Bullion, at the NEW Stars & Garters venue.
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions Presents HARVEY This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions will present Mary Chase’s Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Harvey from September 19–October 11, 2025. Directed by Kady Debelak, the production will include Friday evening Q&A sessions with the cast.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions will present Mary Chase’s Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Harvey from September 19–October 11, 2025. Directed by Kady Debelak, the production will include Friday evening Q&A sessions with the cast.
Cast Set for Topher Payne's ANGRY FAGS at Ghostlight Ensemble
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Ghostlight Ensemble has revealed the cast and production team of our fall production Angry Fags by Topher Payne. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Ghostlight Ensemble has revealed the cast and production team of our fall production Angry Fags by Topher Payne. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago to Return to Steppenwolf Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Linda-Denise Fisher-Harrell has revealed programming for the company's Season 48 Fall Series, marking Hubbard Street's return to Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Linda-Denise Fisher-Harrell has revealed programming for the company's Season 48 Fall Series, marking Hubbard Street's return to Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Patti LuPone to Bring MATTERS OF THE HEART to The Auditorium
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone will bring her theatrical concert MATTERS OF THE HEART to The Auditorium – Chicago’s Landmark Stage. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone will bring her theatrical concert MATTERS OF THE HEART to The Auditorium – Chicago’s Landmark Stage. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set for THE TAMING OF THE SHREW at Court Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Court Theatre will present William Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, adapted and directed by Marti Lyons. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Court Theatre will present William Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, adapted and directed by Marti Lyons. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS WITH MEGAN HILTY is Coming to Steppenwolf Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Ring in the holidays with A Merry Little Christmas with Megan Hilty at Steppenwolf Theatre. Join the two-time Tony Award nominee and her longtime friend and music director Matt Cusson. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Ring in the holidays with A Merry Little Christmas with Megan Hilty at Steppenwolf Theatre. Join the two-time Tony Award nominee and her longtime friend and music director Matt Cusson. Learn how to purchase tickets.
NO STARS IN JEFFERSON PARK Set For Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Maggie Andersen with special guests will present No Stars in Jefferson Park An Evening of Storytelling and Celebration, a celebratory launch of Andersen’s new memoir No Stars in Jefferson Park.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
Maggie Andersen with special guests will present No Stars in Jefferson Park An Evening of Storytelling and Celebration, a celebratory launch of Andersen’s new memoir No Stars in Jefferson Park.
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