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Comedian Hunter Hill is Coming To The Den Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2023
Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt! Comedian Hunter Hill is set to take the stage at The Den Theatre this October. Don't miss out on this uproarious comedy show that will leave you in stitches.
Steppenwolf Theatre's ANOTHER MARRIAGE Extends Through Late July
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2023
Discover the highly acclaimed play ANOTHER MARRIAGE at Steppenwolf Theatre, now extended through late July.
Photos: First Look at Surging's CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, Now Playing at The Edge Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2023
Surging's Jeff Recommended production of Catch Me If You Can runs at The Edge Theater (5451 N. Broadway in Chicago), July 8th - July 23rd.
Comedian Sal Vulcano is Coming to the UIS Performing Arts Center in November
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2023
The UIS Performing Arts Center is thrilled to announce the arrival of renowned comedian and television personality, Sal Vulcano, for an unforgettable evening of laughter on Sunday, November 12th at 5 pm. Known for his hilarious performances on the hit television show 'Impractical Jokers,' Vulcano will be bringing his unique brand of comedy to captivate audiences in the heart of the city.
Congo Square Theatre Company Celebrates 25th Anniversary Of Producing Transformative Black Theater In 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2023
Founded in 1999, Congo Square Theatre Company (Congo Square), one of the nation’s premier African American ensemble theater companies, celebrates its 25th Anniversary in 2023-2024 with a powerful theatrical season honoring the myriad experiences that make up Black culture. A
THE ART OF BOWING Comes to The Den Theatre This Week
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2023
Haven Chicago continues its 2022-23 season with the World Premiere of Nathan Alan Davis’s THE ART OF BOWING, directed by Ian Damont Martin, Artistic Director of Haven. The meta play, which explores the story of the death of theatre, runs July 12 - August 6, 2023 at Haven’s resident home, The Den Theatre’s Janet Bookspan Theatre.
PUFFS Extends at Otherworld Theatre Through August 27
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2023
Otherworld Theatre Company, the premier science fiction and fantasy production company in North America, has announced that the wildly popular PUFFS, OR, SEVEN INCREASINGLY EVENTFUL YEARS AT A CERTAIN SCHOOL OF MAGIC AND MAGIC will add three weeks to its run in August.
Comedian Liz Miele Comes To The Den Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced that New York City-based comedian, Liz Miele, will be performing on Sunday, October 22 at 7:15 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage
The Sarah Siddons Society To Offer Ten Professional Development Grants
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2023
The Sarah Siddons Society is expanding on its mission to further support the professional growth of the next generation of Chicago area theatre artists.
THE PROM, An Homage to Frida Kahlo & More Set for Wirtz Center 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2023
The Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts at Northwestern University has revealed its 2023-24 season of musicals, dramas and theatre for young audiences by celebrated theater makers. 
New Executive and Artistic Directors Revealed at Chicago Dance Crash
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2023
Coming off a commercially & critically successful 20th anniversary season, local hip hop/contemporary performance company Chicago Dance Crash announced a series of upcoming leadership changes at a public fundraising event held last month.
MEAN GIRLS, COME FROM AWAY, and More Set For UIS Performing Arts Center's 2023-2024 Broadway Series
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2023
The University of Illinois Springfield Performing Arts Center announces their 2023-2024 Broadway Series. This series features 5 national touring productions with three making their Springfield debut.
TWO GIRLS ONE GHOST Podcast to Play The Den in September
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced a live appearance of Two Girls One Ghost Podcast to be held on Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage.
Interview: David Weber of RED at Moon Dog Theatre In Rockford
by Caroline Sposto - July 10, 2023
Moon Dog Theatre's production of John Logan's 'Red' in Rockford, Illinois, is the latest collaboration between actors David Weber and Nick Barelli. The two first met in Chicago in 2013 when Barelli was an undergraduate at the University of Illinois (UIC), and David was a recent graduate.
MY MOMMA TOLD ME Podcast Comes To The Den in August
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced a live appearance by My Momma Told Me Podcast to be held on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 7:15 on The Heath Mainstage in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood.
The Gift Theatre Presents THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE At Filament Theatre, September 14 – October 15
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2023
The Gift Theatre will continue its 2023/24 season with a revival of Jim Cartwright's powerful, award-winning drama The Rise and Fall of Little Voice, directed by Devon de Mayo and Peter Andersen, playing September 14 – October 15, 2023 at Filament Theatre.
Black Ensemble Theatre's FRIDAYS ON THE GREEN Return July 21
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2023
Black Ensemble Theater kicks off the return of its smash-hit summer series “Fridays on the Green” on Friday, July 21 on the Black Ensemble lawn at Clark and Sunnyside.
Photos: Porchlight's BROADWAY IN YOUR BACKYARD Concert Series Kicks Off At Portage Park
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2023
Porchlight Music Theatre’s free summer concert series Broadway in your Backyard starring Broadway veterans and recent Porchlight “New Faces,” now in its third year, is now playing through August 8, as part of Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks series, supported by the Mayor’s Office and Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events and Comcast and Xfinity. See photos from the show!
Hit Production MOTHERHOUSE Reopening At Rivendell Theatre Ensemble This Fall
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2023
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble (RTE), Chicago’s only Equity theatre dedicated to advancing the lives of women through the power of theatre, will remount the sold-out world premiere run of Motherhouse by RTE Ensemble member Tuckie White, directed by Azar Kazemi this fall. 
Comedian Brad Williams Comes To The Den Theatre December 1 & 2
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced a special appearance by comedian Brad Williams featuring four stand-up performances on Friday December 1 and Saturday December 2.
SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS Comes To The Joinery Chicago, Presented By Human Needs Theatre Project
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2023
Six strangers embark on a silent retreat in the woods, where their vows of silence collide with the achingly human need for connection. With a perfect blend of profound and humorous moments, this critically acclaimed play delves into life's biggest questions and reminds us of the power of silence in our search for meaning.
FOREVER SIMON & GARFUNKEL Comes to Raue Center's Arts On The Green
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2023
Raue Center’s Arts On The Green presents Forever Simon & Garfunkel, celebrating the best-selling duo in rock’n’roll history with humor, soaring energy, charm, and harmony, Saturday, July 29, 2023, at 7 p.m.
Kokandy Productions' Presents the Chicago Premiere of AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical At The Chopin Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2023
Indulge in '80s excess and “pure, decadent pleasure” as Kokandy Productions concludes its 2023 season with the Chicago premiere of American Psycho: The Musical, directed by Producing Artistic Director Derek Van Barham, with music direction by Heidi Joosten and choreography by Breon Arzell, playing September 14 – November 26, 2023.
Chicago's Fine Arts Building Celebrates 125th Anniversary With Performances, Live Artmaking And More
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2023
Chicago's historic Fine Arts Building (410 S. Michigan Avenue) celebrates its 125th anniversary with a major public event on Friday, October 13 from 5-9 p.m. that activates all ten floors of this Chicago Landmark, an artist haven since its founding in October 1898.
Review: BUDDY THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - July 06, 2023
What did our critic think of BUDDY THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL? The current production at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire is Buddy the Buddy Holly Story. It was the first of the jukebox musicals premiering in 1989.  It’s not just the story of the short-lived life of Buddy Holly but it also tells the story of rock ‘n roll in its infancy and the pioneers who created the sound.

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