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THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS Extends for Additional Week at Court Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2023
Court Theatre has announced the extension of the critically acclaimed hit The Gospel at Colonus due to overwhelming demand.
BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY Comes to the Raue Center in July
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2023
Raue Center For The Arts presents the return of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy to downtown Crystal Lake. Join Big Bad Voodoo Daddy for a swinging good time at 8 p.m. on July 1, 2023.
Naperville's Summer Place Theatre Reveals NEWSIES Cast
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2023
Tickets are now on sale for 'NEWSIES' at Summer Place Theatre in Naperville. 'NEWSIES' opens July 21 and runs 3 weekends in Naperville Central High School's Auditorium. Season, VIP, and Individual tickets can be purchased now
Photos: First Look at Tyler Anthony Smith's I KNOW YOU NEED MY VERVE
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2023
This summer, Curious Theatre Branch's annual Rhinoceros Theater Festival is back and presenting the premiere of Tyler Anthony Smith's new solo show I KNOW YOU NEED MY VERVE, directed by Stephanie Shaw and stage-managed by Jenna Raithel.
Metropolis School Of Performing Arts to Present URINETOWN; 2023/2024 Programming Announced
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2023
Metropolis has announced its 2023 School of the Performing Arts high school production, in addition to SOPA 2023 summer programming and 2023/2024 programming.
The Factory Theater to Present WISE GUYS: THE FIRST CHRISTMAS STORY and More In 2023-2024 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2023
The Factory Theater, presenting Lane Call: A NIght of Closing, June 16 - July 22, has announced its 29th anniversary season of world premieres including Chase Wheaton-Werle's Wise Guys: The First Christmas Story, November 3 - December 16; Michael Jones's Party At The Pantheon: A Modern Greek Stoner Comedy, February 9 - March 23, 2024 and Kirk Pynchon and Mike Beyer's Die Hard 4 Your Luv, May 31 - July 13, 2024.
Surging's CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Announces Cast and Creative Team
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2023
The full cast and creative team has been announced for Surging Films & Theatrics 2023 production of Catch Me If You Can at The Edge Theater in Chicago July 8th - 23rd. Only 10 performances!
TONY N' TINA'S WEDDING is Back in Chicago for One Weekend
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2023
Corella Productions Dinner Theatre is proud to announce the return of Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding, for one weekend only, Friday, June 23 and Saturday, June 24  from 5:30 - 10:30 p.m. at iO Theatre, 1501 N. Kingsbury St.
STANZI POTENZA: HOT GIRL ACTIVISM Comes to the Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2023
 The Den Theatre has announced Stanzi Potenza: Hot Girl Activism, featuring one stand-up performance on Thursday October 5 at 7:30 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood.
Second City Sets Summer 2023 Programming Featuring New Productions & More
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2023
The Second City, world-renowned comedy theater and training center, has announced its incredible lineup of shows for its Summer programming. With a blend of classic favorites and brand-new productions, this season's lineup of shows is set to be an unmissable experience.
Chicago Children's Theatre Reveals 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2023
 Chicago Children’s Theatre, Chicago’s largest professional theater devoted to children and young families, announced its 19th season today, launching in the fall with a world premiere play about Ben Franklin, filled with history and science, followed by two CCT “forever family favorites.”
Chicago Puppet Artists Will Present a Mini-Festival Next Month
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2023
Ten incredible Chicago artists who have spent the past eight months creating new, original puppet theater shows while in residence at the Chicago Puppet Lab, will present a mini-festival of their works in progress, June 1-11 in the Chopin Theatre Basement, 1543 W. Division St. in Wicker Park. 
Author Blake Gopnik To Discuss Biography ANDY WARHOL: WHAT MAKES HIM A GREAT ARTIST At The McAninch Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2023
The Cleve Carney Museum of Art (CCMA) at the McAninch Arts Center (MAC) on the College of DuPage (COD) campus presents an engaging selection of thought-provoking programming to align with the upcoming WARHOL exhibition opening June 3 and continuing through Sept. 10.
9 TO 5 Comes to Buffalo Grove Community Arts Center in August
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2023
Golden Ticket Productions will bring the beloved Broadway hit '9 to 5, The Musical' to its local stage. Inspired by the 1980 hit movie, this production combines sharp wit, infectious music, and a powerful message of female empowerment.
The Chicago Latino Theater Alliance Reveals Plays For Inicios: Chicago Latine Playwright Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2023
The Chicago Latino Theater Alliance (CLATA) has announced the three new plays selected for the first-ever, Inicios: Chicago Latine Playwright Festival, to be held June 2-4 at UrbanTheater Company, Aguijón Theater and Teatro Tariakuri.
WHEEL OF FORTUNE LIVE! Comes To The UIS Performing Arts Center, October 14
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
'Wheel of Fortune LIVE!,' a theatrical experience, will be coming to UIS Performing Arts Center in Springfield on Saturday, October 14, 2023. 
Nat Zegree to Perform THE HISTORY OF ROCK 'N' ROLL at Marriott Theatre in July
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
Nat Zegree will perform at Marriott Theatre on Monday, July 17 at 7:30 pm and Tuesday, July 18 at 1 pm.
BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY Comes to the Marriott Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
The smash hit musical celebration of the life of Buddy Holly, BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY, arrives at the Marriott Theatre this summer, previewing Wednesday, June 21, opening June 28 at 7:30 p.m. and closing August 13, 2023. 
Highland Park Players Announces Cast And Production Team For KINKY BOOTS
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2023
The Highland Park Players theater company has announced the cast and production team for the upcoming production of the Tony Award-winning musical 'Kinky Boots.' This exhilarating show, filled with toe-tapping music and a heartwarming story, will captivate audiences at the brand new McGrath Family Performing Arts Center, 1100 Laramie Ave, Wilmette, IL. Performances are August 18, 19, 25, 26 at 7:30 pm and August 20, 26, 27 at 2:00 pm.
Dave Matthews Tribute Band Returns To Rock Raue Center For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2023
​​​​​​​Raue Center For The Arts in historic Crystal Lake, IL wants audiences to relive their glory days with Dave Matthews Tribute Band, August 12, 2023 at 8 pm. 
U.S. Premiere of LONDON ROAD Adds Week of Performances at Theater Wit
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2023
Due to popular demand, Shattered Globe Theatre has announce one added week of performances for its hit U.S. premiere musical London Road, extending through Sunday, June 11, 2023.
Cast Set For THE LINCOLNS OF SPRINGFIELD at Hoogland Center for the Arts
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2023
MATTHEW PATRICK DAVIS, DEBORAH ROBIN, ROSEMARY BLANKSON, and MICHAL DAWSON CONNOR will bring Terrence L. Cranert's stirring new musical love story to life at Hoogland Center for the Arts.
Photos: First Look Inside Rehearsals for PERSONALITY: THE LLOYD PRICE MUSICAL in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2023
Get a first look at photos of Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical in Chicago!
Free Production of Shakespeare's CYMBELINE to be Presented in Six Chicago Parks This Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2023
For its tenth annual summer production of free Shakespeare in Chicago’s parks (one each year since 2012, except for the pandemic years of 2020-2021), Midsommer Flight will perform the romantic and fantastical adventure CYMBELINE.
2nd Chicago Latino Arts & Culture Summit Connects Latino Arts Leaders With Top Foundations
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2023
“One-third of Chicago is Latino. Does your funding portfolio reflect that?”  That question spurred frank conversation and new paths to solutions at the 2nd Chicago Latino Arts and Culture Summit, held Monday, May 15 at the Omni Hotel on Michigan Avenue.

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