CHICAGO THEATRE NEWSROOM - Page 1398

Two-time Tony Award-winner Brian Dennehy has thrilled Chicago audiences in unforgettable productions over the past two decades-Desire Under the Elms, Long Day's Journey into Night, The Iceman Cometh and Death of a Salesman; now, his portrayal of contrasting roles in the double-bill of Hughie by Euge

Don't miss the premiere of a new project from creative think tank The Idea Place.

John Patrick Shanley's provocative 'Savage in Limbo' continues VPT's 'Women on the Cutting Edge' Series for its Studio Theater.

Get your wig caps and stilettos on for The Annoyance Theatre's debut Drag Queen Dramedy Glitter in the Gutter.

Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues its 2009-2010 season, an exploration of the theme of belief, with The Brother/Sister Plays: In the Red and Brown Water, The Brothers Size and Marcus; Or the Secret of Sweet by Tarell Alvin McCraney, directed by ensemble member Tina Landau from January 21 - May 2

Robert David MacDonald's translation captures the dramatic beauty and power of Racine's original French poetry.

Holla, Hola, Heeey (Oy Vey!) brings the very best in (and almost entirety of) Chicago's gay, Latina, Black and Jewish comedy communities together for one massive Obama-esque post-racial night of colorblind humor.

The National Tour of 'MAMMA MIA!' is full of saucy Spandex'd fluff, achy back gags, and boob-grabbing, but what more could one ask for on a musical trip down memory lane?

The Dramatists Guild Fund, the Dramatists Guild of America, and Northwestern University announce the launch of the out-of-town arm of the successful Dramatists Guild Fellows program, linking emerging playwrights and musical theater writers in a close-knit and safe atmosphere for work and critique, a

BoHo Theatre brings the much-loved, but not often done, play I Am My Own Wife to its cosy venue this winter with gripping intensity.

By popular demand, Goodman Theatre proudly extends the double-bill of Hughie by Eugene O'Neill, directed by Robert Falls and Krapp's Last Tape by Samuel Beckett, directed by Jennifer Tarver through February 28.

Promethean Theatre Ensemble boldly steps out of its comfort zone with their upcoming production of The Fantasticks, with music by Harvey Schmidt and book and lyrics by Tom Jones, directed by ensemble member and new Promethean Theatre Ensemble Artistic Director Beth Wolf.

TimeLine Theatre Company continues its 13th season with Athol Fugard's ‘Master Harold' .

Chicago Opera Theater (COT) General Director Brian Dickie has completed casting principal roles for COT's 2010 Spring Festival Season: Gioachino Rossini's Moses in Egypt (Mose in Egitto) starring Andrea Concetti; Francesco Cavalli's Jason (Giasone) starring Franco Fagioli; and Jake Heggie's Three De

The Abbey Pub announces its schedule of upcoming musical events and guests.

The Building Stage, a Chicago theater company noted for its unique retellings and adaptations of various media to the stage announces their newest and largest endeavor to date: The Ring Cycle.

CHICAGO DCA THEATER INCUBATOR SHOWCASE Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs Theater's Incubator Program is designed to support the creation of new work by emerging Chicago theater companies.

Pegasus Players will present the Midwest Premiere of Pulitzer Prize nominee and Obie Award-winning playwright Dael Orlandersmith's The Gimmick.

Gold Coast mainstay and late night party spot The Hunt Club (1100 N State St) will host its 'Hot Hot Hot at The Hunt Club' party featuring the debut of 'Hot-Tinis' in a gratis hosted reception that will also include hot passed appetizers, DJ Breezy spinning, and a hot customer contest for prizes fro

The Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, begins its 35th anniversary 2010 season with the internationally acclaimed Broadway musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF.

Adventure Stage Chicago (ASC) and Victory Gardens Theater (VG) are partnering for two creative mask workshops designed to keep kids engaged during their school's holiday break in recognition of Lincoln's Birthday (Feb.

Chicago's Navy Pier is thrilled to announce the return of Cirque Shanghai this summer to delight and astonish audiences of all ages for a fifth straight summer season with a new world premiere production, 'Cirque Shanghai: Cloud Nine.

Northwestern University's Dolphin Show is proud to announce that its 68th annual production, Parade, will open next Friday, January 22, 2010 in Cahn Auditorium on Northwestern's Evanston campus.

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The Noble Fool Theatricals Performing Arts Academy invites local youth to audition for several opportunities during the winter session, including: NFT Youth Ensemble's musical production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the NFT Show Choir, and the children's musical performance program of You're a