Eddie Izzard Comes to the Chicago Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2023
Actor, comedian, multi-marathon runner, and political activist Eddie Izzard will perform at The Chicago Theatre on Monday, October 2, 2023 at 8:00PM, as part of the Eddie Izzard –The Remix: The First 35 Years tour.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2023
Actor, comedian, multi-marathon runner, and political activist Eddie Izzard will perform at The Chicago Theatre on Monday, October 2, 2023 at 8:00PM, as part of the Eddie Izzard –The Remix: The First 35 Years tour.
The UIS Performing Arts Center Hosts Writing for the Stage: A Three-Session Course on Writing Short Plays"
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2023
The UIS Performing Arts Center will offer 'Writing for the Stage: A Three-Session Course on Writing Short Plays' through the Our Stage / Our Voices program.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2023
The UIS Performing Arts Center will offer 'Writing for the Stage: A Three-Session Course on Writing Short Plays' through the Our Stage / Our Voices program.
Photos: First Look At BEING SEEN At The Den Theatre, Now Playing Through July 2
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2023
Voted “Fan Favorite” (one of 12 out of 180+ productions so honored) at the New York International Fringe Festival, Being Seen, written and directed by Richard Gustin and starring WTTW’s former “Wild Chicago” host Will Clinger and Jeff Award Winner Kelly Anne Clark is making its Chicago premiere through July 2, in the Crosby Theatre at The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. See photos from the production.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2023
Voted “Fan Favorite” (one of 12 out of 180+ productions so honored) at the New York International Fringe Festival, Being Seen, written and directed by Richard Gustin and starring WTTW’s former “Wild Chicago” host Will Clinger and Jeff Award Winner Kelly Anne Clark is making its Chicago premiere through July 2, in the Crosby Theatre at The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. See photos from the production.
Photos: First Look At LANE CALL: A NIGHT OF CLOSING At The Factory Theater Now Playing Through July 22
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2023
The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St., has released first look photos of the final production in its 28th season, Lane Call: A Night of Closing, June 9 - July 22, written by Len Foote and Scott OKen and directed by Scott OKen.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2023
The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St., has released first look photos of the final production in its 28th season, Lane Call: A Night of Closing, June 9 - July 22, written by Len Foote and Scott OKen and directed by Scott OKen.
Definition Theatre Reveals 2023 Amplify Festival Finalists
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2023
Definition Theatre has revealed the finalists of the Amplify Series Three New Play Commissioning Program.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2023
Definition Theatre has revealed the finalists of the Amplify Series Three New Play Commissioning Program.
DOUBT Charity Reading To Take Place At The Center for Visual and Performing Arts This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2023
'Doubt - A Parable' by playwright John Patrick Shanley is being presented as a special one-performance event as 'a staged play reading with scenes' at 3 p.m. June 25, 2023 in Munster, Ind.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2023
'Doubt - A Parable' by playwright John Patrick Shanley is being presented as a special one-performance event as 'a staged play reading with scenes' at 3 p.m. June 25, 2023 in Munster, Ind.
Podcast STRAIGHTIOLAB Holds Live Taping at The Den Theatre in August
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced a live taping of podcast StraightioLab, one performance only on Sunday August 27, 2023 at 7:15 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced a live taping of podcast StraightioLab, one performance only on Sunday August 27, 2023 at 7:15 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood.
Rate Center to Host 5th Annual 6X6 PROJECT Art Auction and Reception This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2023
Raue Center For The Arts will host its fifth annual 6x6 Project Art Auction and Reception June 24, 2023 from 5:30 to 8 pm.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2023
Raue Center For The Arts will host its fifth annual 6x6 Project Art Auction and Reception June 24, 2023 from 5:30 to 8 pm.
Jackalope Theatre's World Premiere of PRETTY SHAHID Has Been Canceled
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2023
Jackalope Theatre Company has announced it has canceled their world premiere production of Pretty Shahid, scheduled for June 16 - July 23, written by company member Omer Abbas Salem, directed by Sophiyaa Nayar, with associate direction by company member Nadya Naumaan. Ticket holders for Pretty Shahid will be contacted with refund options.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2023
Jackalope Theatre Company has announced it has canceled their world premiere production of Pretty Shahid, scheduled for June 16 - July 23, written by company member Omer Abbas Salem, directed by Sophiyaa Nayar, with associate direction by company member Nadya Naumaan. Ticket holders for Pretty Shahid will be contacted with refund options.
Review: LUCY AND CHARLIE'S HONEYMOON at Lookingglass Theatre Company
by Rachel Weinberg - June 18, 2023
Lucy and Charlie are Asian American newlyweds on that “Vigilante Sh*t” (to borrow from Taylor Swift) in Matthew C. Yee’s premiere musical LUCY AND CHARLIE’S HONEYMOON.
by Rachel Weinberg - June 18, 2023
Lucy and Charlie are Asian American newlyweds on that “Vigilante Sh*t” (to borrow from Taylor Swift) in Matthew C. Yee’s premiere musical LUCY AND CHARLIE’S HONEYMOON.
Raue Center's 3rd Annual Outdoor Series Arts On The Green Returns With David Sarkis And Friends
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2023
Raue Center's 3rd Annual Arts On The Green kicks off its 2023 summer outdoor season with David Sarkis & Friends with special guest Katherine Hines Saturday, July 8 @ 7pm
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2023
Raue Center's 3rd Annual Arts On The Green kicks off its 2023 summer outdoor season with David Sarkis & Friends with special guest Katherine Hines Saturday, July 8 @ 7pm
Charlie Berens: GOOD OLD FASHIONED TOUR Comes To The Den Theatre, September 9
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour, featuring two stand-up performances on Saturday September 9, 2023 at 7:15 and 9:30 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour, featuring two stand-up performances on Saturday September 9, 2023 at 7:15 and 9:30 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage.
SKUNK AND BADGER World Premiere & More Set for Lifeline Theatre 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2023
Lifeline Theatre has revealed its 2023-24 season of Big Stories, Up Close. It’s an exciting year of unforgettable stories brought to life, from beloved classics to modern titles.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2023
Lifeline Theatre has revealed its 2023-24 season of Big Stories, Up Close. It’s an exciting year of unforgettable stories brought to life, from beloved classics to modern titles.
Collaboraction's The Light & Theatre Y to Present SUMMER IS HERE, Free Food, Open Mic and Dance Competition
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2023
Collaboraction Theatre Company and Theatre Y have united to invite Chicago youth to Summer is Here, a Celebration for Chicago Youth produced by The Light, Thursday, June 22, noon-5 p.m. at Theatre Y.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2023
Collaboraction Theatre Company and Theatre Y have united to invite Chicago youth to Summer is Here, a Celebration for Chicago Youth produced by The Light, Thursday, June 22, noon-5 p.m. at Theatre Y.
The Den Theatre Hosts STAND UP FOR PRIDE Show
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced Stand-Up for Pride, featuring Gwen La Roka (she/her), Krystal Ball (she/he/they), Jayleigh (he/him), Princess Gwen Rose (she/her), Beckett Kenny (he/him), Sonal Aggarwal (she/her), and Matt Brown (he/him) on Friday, June 23, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced Stand-Up for Pride, featuring Gwen La Roka (she/her), Krystal Ball (she/he/they), Jayleigh (he/him), Princess Gwen Rose (she/her), Beckett Kenny (he/him), Sonal Aggarwal (she/her), and Matt Brown (he/him) on Friday, June 23, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage.
ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S 'WE ARE IN A PLAY!' Comes to the Marriott Theatre For Young Audiences
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2023
Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences continues its 2023 children’s theatre season with their summer production, ELEPHANT & PIGGIE’S “WE ARE IN A PLAY!” Families are invited to enjoy this musical take on the award-winning Mo Willems books that will leave them singing and dancing through a rollicking adventure, running July 14 through August 13, with a press opening on Saturday, July 22.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2023
Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences continues its 2023 children’s theatre season with their summer production, ELEPHANT & PIGGIE’S “WE ARE IN A PLAY!” Families are invited to enjoy this musical take on the award-winning Mo Willems books that will leave them singing and dancing through a rollicking adventure, running July 14 through August 13, with a press opening on Saturday, July 22.
Single Tickets for Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2023/24 Season on Sale Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2023
Single tickets go on sale tomorrow — Thursday, June 15 at 10 a.m. CT — for Lyric Opera of Chicago’s compelling 2023/24 Season.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2023
Single tickets go on sale tomorrow — Thursday, June 15 at 10 a.m. CT — for Lyric Opera of Chicago’s compelling 2023/24 Season.
THE WRITER Makes U.S. Premiere at Steep Theatre in August
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2023
Steep Theatre will be back in action this summer with the U.S. Premiere of Ella Hickson’s The Writer, directed by Georgette Verdin.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2023
Steep Theatre will be back in action this summer with the U.S. Premiere of Ella Hickson’s The Writer, directed by Georgette Verdin.
Comedian Louis Katz Comes To The Den Theatre, September 17
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced Louis Katz, featuring one stand-up performance on Sunday September 17, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2023
The Den Theatre has announced Louis Katz, featuring one stand-up performance on Sunday September 17, 2023.
See Chicago Dance Announces 2023 Community Celebration Honoring Homer Hans Bryant And Ginger Farley
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2023
See Chicago Dance, the dance industry's nonprofit service organization currently hosting the 11th Chicago Dance Month with more than 60 events around Chicago celebrating the myriad talents that make Chicago's dance scene so strong, has announced its 2023 Community Celebration & Awards Presentation.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2023
See Chicago Dance, the dance industry's nonprofit service organization currently hosting the 11th Chicago Dance Month with more than 60 events around Chicago celebrating the myriad talents that make Chicago's dance scene so strong, has announced its 2023 Community Celebration & Awards Presentation.
Austin Pendleton, Jeff Perry & More to Star in NO MAN'S LAND at Steppenwolf Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2023
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will conclude its 47th season with Harold Pinter’s celebrated masterwork No Man’s Land directed by Les Waters. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2023
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will conclude its 47th season with Harold Pinter’s celebrated masterwork No Man’s Land directed by Les Waters. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Photos: Otherworld Theatre Company Presents PUFFS, OR, SEVEN INCREASINGLY EVENTFUL YEARS AT A CERTAIN SCHOOL OF MAGIC AND MAGIC
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Otherworld Theatre Company, the premier science fiction and fantasy production company in North America, has released new photographs of their production of Matt Cox’s unauthorized, unsanctioned, unlicensed PUFFS, OR, SEVEN INCREASINGLY EVENTFUL YEARS AT A CERTAIN SCHOOL OF MAGIC AND MAGIC, running June 15 - July 23, 2023 on the Ray Bradbury stage at 3914 N. Clark St.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Otherworld Theatre Company, the premier science fiction and fantasy production company in North America, has released new photographs of their production of Matt Cox’s unauthorized, unsanctioned, unlicensed PUFFS, OR, SEVEN INCREASINGLY EVENTFUL YEARS AT A CERTAIN SCHOOL OF MAGIC AND MAGIC, running June 15 - July 23, 2023 on the Ray Bradbury stage at 3914 N. Clark St.
Pippin's Tavern Unveils New Patio Just In Time For Patio Season In Chicago
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Known for carrying the legacy of good beer and good cheer since 1974, Pippin's Tavern, 39 E. Chicago, has announced the debut of its new patio.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Known for carrying the legacy of good beer and good cheer since 1974, Pippin's Tavern, 39 E. Chicago, has announced the debut of its new patio.
Irene Tu is Coming to The Den Theatre in September
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
The Den Theatre will present comedian Irene Tu, performing on Thursday September 28, 2023 at 7 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
The Den Theatre will present comedian Irene Tu, performing on Thursday September 28, 2023 at 7 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage.
FANCY MEETING ME HERE to Play Den Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2023
Fancy Meeting Me Here will be presented on June 22 – 24, 2023 at the Den Theatre in Chicago, IL.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2023
Fancy Meeting Me Here will be presented on June 22 – 24, 2023 at the Den Theatre in Chicago, IL.
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