THE PRAGMATISTS Comes to the Trap Door Theatre in September
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2023
Trap Door Theatre will open its 30th anniversary season with a new adaptation of Stanislaw Witkiewicz’s dark and shockingly absurd chamber piece, The Pragmatists. Directed by guest director Zeljko Djukic, The Pragmatists will play September 21 – October 28, 2023 at Trap Door Theatre, 1655 W Cortland St. in Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2023
Trap Door Theatre will open its 30th anniversary season with a new adaptation of Stanislaw Witkiewicz’s dark and shockingly absurd chamber piece, The Pragmatists. Directed by guest director Zeljko Djukic, The Pragmatists will play September 21 – October 28, 2023 at Trap Door Theatre, 1655 W Cortland St. in Chicago.
Brian Stokes Mitchell and Sutton Foster Will Perform Benefit Concert For Aurora's Paramount Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2023
Two of Broadway's biggest stars, Brian Stokes Mitchell and Sutton Foster, will bring their incredible talents to downtown Aurora one-night-only, Friday, October 20, to perform live on Paramount Theatre's historic stage.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2023
Two of Broadway's biggest stars, Brian Stokes Mitchell and Sutton Foster, will bring their incredible talents to downtown Aurora one-night-only, Friday, October 20, to perform live on Paramount Theatre's historic stage.
Video: Watch Clips from THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at The Chopin Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - July 30, 2023
Check out clips from Kokandy Productions' THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at The Chopin Theatre through September 3!
by Blair Ingenthron - July 30, 2023
Check out clips from Kokandy Productions' THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at The Chopin Theatre through September 3!
BURN – A FOLK MUSICAL to Host Public Presentations Following Developmental Workshops
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
The new musical Burn – A Folk Musical, will have public presentations on July 29 and 30, 2023, following a three-week developmental workshop at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois.
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
The new musical Burn – A Folk Musical, will have public presentations on July 29 and 30, 2023, following a three-week developmental workshop at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois.
BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO: JOHN MICHAEL DIAS SINGS NEIL SEDAKA to Play Marriott Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
Get ready for a toe-tapping journey through Neil Sedaka's timeless hits in Marriott Theatre's latest production, 'Breaking Up is Hard to Do.' John Michael Dias takes center stage in this energetic tribute, showcasing Sedaka's chart-topping songs. Don't miss out on this unforgettable musical experience - book your tickets now!
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
Get ready for a toe-tapping journey through Neil Sedaka's timeless hits in Marriott Theatre's latest production, 'Breaking Up is Hard to Do.' John Michael Dias takes center stage in this energetic tribute, showcasing Sedaka's chart-topping songs. Don't miss out on this unforgettable musical experience - book your tickets now!
World Premiere of QUANTUM LOVERS: THE MUSICAL to Explore the Turbulent Love Affair of Young Albert Einstein
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
Get ready to be swept away by the world premiere of 'Quantum Lovers: The Musical.' Follow the captivating journey of a young Albert Einstein as he navigates a turbulent love affair. Running at the West End Theater from September 15th to November 30th, this musical is not to be missed.
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
Get ready to be swept away by the world premiere of 'Quantum Lovers: The Musical.' Follow the captivating journey of a young Albert Einstein as he navigates a turbulent love affair. Running at the West End Theater from September 15th to November 30th, this musical is not to be missed.
Lisa Alvarado Comes to the Den Theatre in August
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced that comedian Lisa Alvarado will film her new comedy special at the venue, featuring two stand-up performances on Thursday August 3, 2023 at 7 and 9:15 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced that comedian Lisa Alvarado will film her new comedy special at the venue, featuring two stand-up performances on Thursday August 3, 2023 at 7 and 9:15 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage.
A NIGHT OF STARS Features Michael Dean as Cher at Lips Chicago
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
Lips Chicago, the ultimate in drag dining, will present “A Night of Stars,” with special guest Michael Dean as Cher. It’s the second annual charitable fundraiser in support of Connections for Abused Women and Their Children (CAWC), on Thursday, August 17, at 7 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
Lips Chicago, the ultimate in drag dining, will present “A Night of Stars,” with special guest Michael Dean as Cher. It’s the second annual charitable fundraiser in support of Connections for Abused Women and Their Children (CAWC), on Thursday, August 17, at 7 p.m.
Tickets now on sale for PORCHLIGHT ICONS: CELEBRATING BEN VEREEN AND PAUL LISNEK
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre announces Porchlight ICONS: Celebrating Ben Vereen, Friday, Sept. 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the Athenaeum Center, 2936 N. Southport Ave.
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre announces Porchlight ICONS: Celebrating Ben Vereen, Friday, Sept. 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the Athenaeum Center, 2936 N. Southport Ave.
Reimagining Of Merce Cunningham Premieres in October
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2023
Zephyr Dance, an experimental dance company that pushes the art form's boundaries, presents an unprecedented collaborative choreography project that combines Suite for Five by seminal 20th century American choreographer Merce Cunningham and new choreography that springs from that work created by a diverse group of choreographers.
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2023
Zephyr Dance, an experimental dance company that pushes the art form's boundaries, presents an unprecedented collaborative choreography project that combines Suite for Five by seminal 20th century American choreographer Merce Cunningham and new choreography that springs from that work created by a diverse group of choreographers.
Review: ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S 'WE ARE IN A PLAY' at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - July 27, 2023
What did our critic think of ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S 'WE ARE IN A PLAY' at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL?
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - July 27, 2023
What did our critic think of ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S 'WE ARE IN A PLAY' at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL?
Don't Miss HOUSE OF THE EXQUISITE CORPSE III, the Immersive Puppet Haunted House at Chopin Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2023
Prepare for a hair-raising adventure as House of the Exquisite Corpse III, Chicago's only immersive puppet haunted house, returns to the Chopin Theatre. From October 5th to October 31st, immerse yourself in a spine-chilling experience filled with scares and surprises. Don't miss this thrilling Halloween event!
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2023
Prepare for a hair-raising adventure as House of the Exquisite Corpse III, Chicago's only immersive puppet haunted house, returns to the Chopin Theatre. From October 5th to October 31st, immerse yourself in a spine-chilling experience filled with scares and surprises. Don't miss this thrilling Halloween event!
Collaboraction's The Light Hosts Kidzapalooza and Night Out in The Parks in August
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2023
Collaboraction's The Light is glowing up Chicago this summer with four live shows featuring the company's youth artist/activist ensemble performing original works of music, dance, poetry and spoken word, each sparked by a passion project beat.
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2023
Collaboraction's The Light is glowing up Chicago this summer with four live shows featuring the company's youth artist/activist ensemble performing original works of music, dance, poetry and spoken word, each sparked by a passion project beat.
Single Show Tickets For The MAC's 2023-2024 Season On Sale July 27
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
Single show tickets for the McAninch Arts Center (MAC) 2023-2024 Performance Series, including New Philharmonic and Buffalo Theatre Ensemble's productions, go on sale online, by phone and in person at the MAC Box Office at 12 noon, Thursday, July 27.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
Single show tickets for the McAninch Arts Center (MAC) 2023-2024 Performance Series, including New Philharmonic and Buffalo Theatre Ensemble's productions, go on sale online, by phone and in person at the MAC Box Office at 12 noon, Thursday, July 27.
Kyle Dunnigan, Michael Ian Black, Maria Bamford, René Vaca To Appear At The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced upcoming appearances by Kyle Dunnigan, Michael Ian Black, Maria Bamford, and René Vaca coming to The Heath Mainstage at 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced upcoming appearances by Kyle Dunnigan, Michael Ian Black, Maria Bamford, and René Vaca coming to The Heath Mainstage at 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood.
EXPO CHICAGO Announces 2024 Program Curators
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
EXPO CHICAGO, the International Exposition of Contemporary and Modern Art, has announced program curators for the 11th edition (April 11–14, 2024) returning to Navy Pier's Festival Hall. EXPO CHICAGO's program dedicated to large-scale sculpture, video, film, and site-specific works throughout Festival Hall, IN/SITU, will be curated by Amara Antilla, Senior Curator at Large at the Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) in Cincinnati.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
EXPO CHICAGO, the International Exposition of Contemporary and Modern Art, has announced program curators for the 11th edition (April 11–14, 2024) returning to Navy Pier's Festival Hall. EXPO CHICAGO's program dedicated to large-scale sculpture, video, film, and site-specific works throughout Festival Hall, IN/SITU, will be curated by Amara Antilla, Senior Curator at Large at the Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) in Cincinnati.
Video: First Look at Jeff Perry and Mark Ulrich in NO MAN'S LAND at Steppenwolf Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
Get a first look at Jeff Perry and Mark Ulrich in NO MAN'S LAND at Steppenwolf Theatre. Don't miss this highly anticipated play running now for a limited time. Watch the video for a sneak peek of this acclaimed production.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
Get a first look at Jeff Perry and Mark Ulrich in NO MAN'S LAND at Steppenwolf Theatre. Don't miss this highly anticipated play running now for a limited time. Watch the video for a sneak peek of this acclaimed production.
Get Exclusive Presale Access to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's 2023/24 Season
by BWW Special Offer - July 26, 2023
From stirring performances of celebrated masterworks to groundbreaking jazz performances and thrilling movies accompanied live by the CSO, there’s something for everyone at Symphony Center.
by BWW Special Offer - July 26, 2023
From stirring performances of celebrated masterworks to groundbreaking jazz performances and thrilling movies accompanied live by the CSO, there’s something for everyone at Symphony Center.
South Chicago Dance Theatre Reveals Lineup For 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
On the heels of its critically acclaimed World Premiere presentation, Memoirs of Jazz in the Alley at the Auditorium Theatre, South Chicago Dance Theatre continues gaining momentum with the announcement of its 7th season in 2023-24.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
On the heels of its critically acclaimed World Premiere presentation, Memoirs of Jazz in the Alley at the Auditorium Theatre, South Chicago Dance Theatre continues gaining momentum with the announcement of its 7th season in 2023-24.
Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell Return To Davenport's With GYPSIES, TRAMPS AND THIEVES in August
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos and national Jazz radio favorites, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell return to Davenport's with an updated, special performance of their show that brought them critical and audience acclaim in New York City, 24 years ago: Gypsy, Tramps and Thieves.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos and national Jazz radio favorites, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell return to Davenport's with an updated, special performance of their show that brought them critical and audience acclaim in New York City, 24 years ago: Gypsy, Tramps and Thieves.
Cast And Creative Team Announced For Surging's THE WEDDING SINGER Opening In August
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2023
The full cast and creative team has been announced for Surging Films & Theatrics 2023 production of The Wedding Singer at The Edge Off Broadway (a charming storefront space at 1133. W Catalpa in Chicago) August 18th - Sept 3rd.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2023
The full cast and creative team has been announced for Surging Films & Theatrics 2023 production of The Wedding Singer at The Edge Off Broadway (a charming storefront space at 1133. W Catalpa in Chicago) August 18th - Sept 3rd.
Otherworld Theatre Reveals Gala Theme: Heroes and Legends
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2023
Otherworld Theatre Company, the premier sci-fi and fantasy theatrical production company in North America, today announced details surrounding their 11th anniversary gala celebration, “Heroes & Legends: Otherworld Theatre's 2023 Celestial Gala,” to be held Saturday November 4, 2023, 7 - 11 p.m. at DANK Haus German American Cultural Center.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2023
Otherworld Theatre Company, the premier sci-fi and fantasy theatrical production company in North America, today announced details surrounding their 11th anniversary gala celebration, “Heroes & Legends: Otherworld Theatre's 2023 Celestial Gala,” to be held Saturday November 4, 2023, 7 - 11 p.m. at DANK Haus German American Cultural Center.
THE PROPHECY SHOW Brings The Music Of Trans-Siberian Orchestra Back To UIS Performing Arts Center, December 21
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2023
St. Louis powerhouse The Prophecy Show will bring their signature and highly-energized Rock Opera back to the UIS Performing Arts Center on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2023
St. Louis powerhouse The Prophecy Show will bring their signature and highly-energized Rock Opera back to the UIS Performing Arts Center on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.
Kokandy Productions Reveals Cast for AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2023
Get the latest news on the cast announcement for Kokandy Productions' AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical. Find out who will be bringing this thrilling production to life at Kokand Productions.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2023
Get the latest news on the cast announcement for Kokandy Productions' AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical. Find out who will be bringing this thrilling production to life at Kokand Productions.
MARIE AND ROSETTA Extended at Northlight Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2023
Join us at Northlight Theatre for the extended production of Marie and Rosetta - a powerful and soulful musical that tells the inspiring story of two iconic women in the world of gospel music. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable night of entertainment!
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2023
Join us at Northlight Theatre for the extended production of Marie and Rosetta - a powerful and soulful musical that tells the inspiring story of two iconic women in the world of gospel music. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable night of entertainment!
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