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.
BrightSide Theatre Reveals Cast for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
BrightSide Theatre has announced the cast and production team for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, the opening production of its 14th season.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
BrightSide Theatre has announced the cast and production team for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, the opening production of its 14th season.
Review: THINGS WITH FRIENDS at American Blues Theater
by Rachel Weinberg - September 08, 2025
Kristoffer Diaz’s THINGS WITH FRIENDS is one extremely chaotic, messy dinner party. This world premiere introduces a variety of different flavors that come together for an undercooked meal.
by Rachel Weinberg - September 08, 2025
Kristoffer Diaz’s THINGS WITH FRIENDS is one extremely chaotic, messy dinner party. This world premiere introduces a variety of different flavors that come together for an undercooked meal.
Karen Mason To Make Chicago Premiere Of JUST IN STYNE At Skokie Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2025
Broadway star Karen Mason will bring her acclaimed show Just in Styne: Karen Sings Jule to the Skokie Theatre on October 5, 2025. The one-night-only Chicago premiere will celebrate the music of legendary composer Jule Styne.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2025
Broadway star Karen Mason will bring her acclaimed show Just in Styne: Karen Sings Jule to the Skokie Theatre on October 5, 2025. The one-night-only Chicago premiere will celebrate the music of legendary composer Jule Styne.
UNDESIRABLE SECRETS to Play Solo Sunday Series in Chicago Ahead of Off-Broadway Premiere
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2025
Following sold-out performances at Theatre for the New City’s Dream Up Festival in New York, Undesirable Secrets will come to Chicago for one night only on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2025
Following sold-out performances at Theatre for the New City’s Dream Up Festival in New York, Undesirable Secrets will come to Chicago for one night only on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
THE LAST 5 YEARS and More Set for Oil Lamp Theater 2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater has revealed its 2026 season, featuring the musical The Last 5 Years and more. See the full season lineup here and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater has revealed its 2026 season, featuring the musical The Last 5 Years and more. See the full season lineup here and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: 44 THE MUSICAL at The Studebaker Theater
by Zac Thriffiley - September 07, 2025
Returning to the Windy City for a second term after a critically acclaimed run last August, 44 ('The Obama Musical') already feels like an artifact from a different, more optimistic time.
by Zac Thriffiley - September 07, 2025
Returning to the Windy City for a second term after a critically acclaimed run last August, 44 ('The Obama Musical') already feels like an artifact from a different, more optimistic time.
TEACHER'S LOUNGE COMEDY Returns to Raue Center For The Arts
by Emmy Rice - September 06, 2025
Raue Center For the Arts has announced the return of Teachers’ Lounge Comedy, on Saturday, September 13 at 7 pm. The show will feature hilarious and talented comedians Ted Willson, Chris Schlichting, Jeanie Doogan, and Samantha Chiappone.
by Emmy Rice - September 06, 2025
Raue Center For the Arts has announced the return of Teachers’ Lounge Comedy, on Saturday, September 13 at 7 pm. The show will feature hilarious and talented comedians Ted Willson, Chris Schlichting, Jeanie Doogan, and Samantha Chiappone.
Cast Announced for GODSPELL at Music Theater Works
by Emmy Rice - September 06, 2025
Music Theater Works has announce the cast and creative team for the third production of its 2025 season, Godspell, sponsored by the Whirled Peas Foundation and presented in partnership with Curt’s Café, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, October 23 - November 16.
by Emmy Rice - September 06, 2025
Music Theater Works has announce the cast and creative team for the third production of its 2025 season, Godspell, sponsored by the Whirled Peas Foundation and presented in partnership with Curt’s Café, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, October 23 - November 16.
Alisa Rosenthal to Present Encore Of BIG HONOR STUDENT ENERGY at Newport Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Fresh off a wild run at the Minnesota Fringe Festival, Chicago-based comedian and Evanston native Alisa Rosenthal is returning home for one last performance of her hit storytelling hour 'Big Honor Student Energy'.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Fresh off a wild run at the Minnesota Fringe Festival, Chicago-based comedian and Evanston native Alisa Rosenthal is returning home for one last performance of her hit storytelling hour 'Big Honor Student Energy'.
Cast and Crew Set for for GODSPELL at Music Theater Works
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for the third production of its 2025 season, Godspell. See who is starring and learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for the third production of its 2025 season, Godspell. See who is starring and learn more here!
ANNIE, NUNSENSE and More Set for Drury Lane Theatre 2026/27 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Drury Lane will kick off the 2026/27 season with the wedding of the season in Father of the Bride, written by Caroline Francke, plus more. See the full season here!
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Drury Lane will kick off the 2026/27 season with the wedding of the season in Father of the Bride, written by Caroline Francke, plus more. See the full season here!
Leo Lionni's FREDERICK to Kick Off Chicago Children's Theatre's 20th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Chicago Children’s Theatre, the city’s first and largest professional theater devoted to young audiences, will kick off its 2025-26, 20th anniversary season with Leo Lionni’s Frederick.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Chicago Children’s Theatre, the city’s first and largest professional theater devoted to young audiences, will kick off its 2025-26, 20th anniversary season with Leo Lionni’s Frederick.
Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN THE MUSICAL at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
by Tina St. Angelo - September 04, 2025
A young Frank Abagnale, Jr. (JJ Niemann in his bravura Marriott debut) wants to live a more colorful life. Thus begins his criminal career. The current production at Marriott Lincolnshire is the musical Catch Me If You Can which is based upon the movie and book of the same name.
by Tina St. Angelo - September 04, 2025
A young Frank Abagnale, Jr. (JJ Niemann in his bravura Marriott debut) wants to live a more colorful life. Thus begins his criminal career. The current production at Marriott Lincolnshire is the musical Catch Me If You Can which is based upon the movie and book of the same name.
ComEd & League of Chicago Theatres Award $230,000 in Grants
by Joshua Wright - September 04, 2025
ComEd and the League of Chicago Theatres awarded $230,000 in Powering the Arts grants to 21 nonprofit organizations across northern Illinois, supporting projects that expand access to cultural programming.
by Joshua Wright - September 04, 2025
ComEd and the League of Chicago Theatres awarded $230,000 in Powering the Arts grants to 21 nonprofit organizations across northern Illinois, supporting projects that expand access to cultural programming.
Manual Cinema’s CHRISTMAS CAROL Will Return to Chicago’s Studebaker Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Chicago’s historic Fine Arts Building and Studebaker Theater just announced the return of Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol to the Studebaker for a limited run this holiday season, December 12–28, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Chicago’s historic Fine Arts Building and Studebaker Theater just announced the return of Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol to the Studebaker for a limited run this holiday season, December 12–28, 2025.
THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE to Open Saint Sebastian Players' 44th Season
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
The Saint Sebastian Players will open their 44th 'supernatural' season with the spooky drama The Haunting of Hill House, adapted by F. Andrew Leslie from the novel by Shirley Jackson. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
The Saint Sebastian Players will open their 44th 'supernatural' season with the spooky drama The Haunting of Hill House, adapted by F. Andrew Leslie from the novel by Shirley Jackson. Learn more!
ASHLAND AVENUE Extends at The Goodman Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Lee Kirk’s new Chicago-set drama Ashland Avenue has added eight performances, extending one week at The Goodman Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Lee Kirk’s new Chicago-set drama Ashland Avenue has added eight performances, extending one week at The Goodman Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Steppenwolf Theatre to Present John C. Reilly in MISTER ROMANTIC
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre will present John C. Reilly in Mister Romantic, an experience of love, laughter and longing as the acclaimed performer sings sweet melodies from the Great American Songbook and beyond. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre will present John C. Reilly in Mister Romantic, an experience of love, laughter and longing as the acclaimed performer sings sweet melodies from the Great American Songbook and beyond. Learn more!
Two River Theater Reveals Curated Events and Expanded Accessiblity Services for MURDER ON THE LINKS
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Two River Theater has revealed curated events and expanded accessibility services in conjunction with the world-premiere of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Links. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Two River Theater has revealed curated events and expanded accessibility services in conjunction with the world-premiere of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Links. Learn more!
LIVERPOOL LEGENDS "THE COMPLETE BEATLES EXPERIENCE!" Comes to Batavia Fine Arts Centre
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends are bringing their unforgettable Beatles tribute show to Batavia for one night only! Learn more here.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends are bringing their unforgettable Beatles tribute show to Batavia for one night only! Learn more here.
Kokandy Productions' Sell-Out Chicago Premiere of AMÉLIE Extends
by Michael Major - September 03, 2025
Vive le théâtre! Following a complete sell-out of its original run, Kokandy Productions is pleased to announce three added weeks of performances of its hit summer musical Amélie!
by Michael Major - September 03, 2025
Vive le théâtre! Following a complete sell-out of its original run, Kokandy Productions is pleased to announce three added weeks of performances of its hit summer musical Amélie!
The Joffrey Ballet Celebrates the 10th Anniversary of Christopher Wheeldon's THE NUTCRACKER
by Michael Major - September 03, 2025
This holiday season, The Joffrey Ballet celebrates the 10th anniversary of two-time Tony Award®-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon’s The Nutcracker. Learn more about when to see it how to get tickets!
by Michael Major - September 03, 2025
This holiday season, The Joffrey Ballet celebrates the 10th anniversary of two-time Tony Award®-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon’s The Nutcracker. Learn more about when to see it how to get tickets!
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
Paramount Theatre (11/12 - 1/11) | |
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Anthony Rapp: Home for the Holidays
Lookingglass Theatre Company (12/17 - 12/20) | |
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Elton Rohn
Raue Center For The Arts (12/27 - 12/27) | |
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Hanukkah Shmanukkah
Greenhouse Theater (12/18 - 12/21) | |
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Amadeus
Steppenwolf Theatre Company (11/6 - 1/4) | |
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American English
Raue Center For The Arts (12/31 - 12/31) | |
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My Life as a Cowboy
Open Space Arts (1/23 - 2/8) | |
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Sister Act
Drury Lane Theatre (11/12 - 1/11) | |
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The Rat Pack in Concert
The Center at Governors State University (2/15 - 2/15) | |
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Theater of the Mind
The Goodman Theatre (3/11 - 5/31)
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Mrs. Claus! A Holiday Musical at the Beverly Arts Center
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