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Lifeline Theatre To Present LOKI - THE END OF THE WORLD TOUR Rock Musical World Premi

Lifeline Theatre To Present LOKI - THE END OF THE WORLD TOUR Rock Musical World Premiere

by BWW News Desk — February 19, 2026
Lifeline Theatre has announced the cast and crew of its upcoming rock musical world premiere, LOKI - THE END OF THE WORLD TOUR, with music and lyrics by George Howe, book by ensemble member Christina Calvit, developed with and directed by ensemble member Heather Currie, running May 3 - June 14, 2026
Chicago Children’s Theatre to Celebrate 20th Birthday with A PIECE OF CAKE! and Fre

Chicago Children’s Theatre to Celebrate 20th Birthday with A PIECE OF CAKE! and Free Birthday Bash

by BWW News Desk — February 19, 2026
Chicago Children’s Theatre will celebrate its 20th birthday with performances of A PIECE OF CAKE! and a free Birthday Bash at its West Loop location.
POT GIRLS Extended at Raven Theatre Through March 2026

POT GIRLS Extended at Raven Theatre Through March 2026

by BWW News Desk — February 19, 2026
Due to popular demand, The Story Theatre's world premiere of Pot Girls has added one additional week of performances, extending through Sunday, March 8, 2026 at Raven Theatre's Schwartz Stage, 6157 N.
CHICAGO THE MUSICAL Tickets to Go on Sale Through Broadway In Chicago

CHICAGO THE MUSICAL Tickets to Go on Sale Through Broadway In Chicago

by BWW News Desk — February 19, 2026
Broadway In Chicago has announced that tickets for CHICAGO THE MUSICAL will go on sale for its upcoming tour engagement.
Review: THE DANCE OF DEATH at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

Review: THE DANCE OF DEATH at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

by Rachel Weinberg — February 19, 2026
When I think of Steppenwolf, I often think of family members crying, screaming at one another, or some combination of the two.
Fat Theatre Project to Present KASSANDRA AT THE TOP OF THE WORLD

Fat Theatre Project to Present KASSANDRA AT THE TOP OF THE WORLD

by BWW News Desk — February 19, 2026
The Terror Cottas & Chicago Park District (in collaboration with Fat Theatre Project) will present Kassandra at the Top of the World this spring, written and directed by Eileen Tull.
Redtwist Theatre Unveils Cast And Creative Team For ‘NIGHT, MOTHER

Redtwist Theatre Unveils Cast And Creative Team For ‘NIGHT, MOTHER

by BWW News Desk — February 18, 2026
Redtwist Theatre will present Marsha Norman’s Pulitzer Prize-winning drama ‘NIGHT, MOTHER from April 2–May 10 in Chicago.
Strawdog Theatre Company to Stage 12 OPHELIAS in Chicago This Spring

Strawdog Theatre Company to Stage 12 OPHELIAS in Chicago This Spring

by BWW News Desk — February 18, 2026
Strawdog Theatre Company has announced the cast for the final production of its 38th season, 12 Ophelias, written by Caridad Svich and directed by Strawdog co-artistic director, Kamille Dawkins*.
Photos: TOP GIRLS At Raven Theatre

Photos: TOP GIRLS At Raven Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 18, 2026
Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has released production photos of its newest show, TOP GIRLS, Caryl Churchill’s most famous work and regarded as one of the best British plays of the 20th century, directed by Lucky Stiff.
Free Metra Rides Offered for HAMILTON Attendees in Chicago

Free Metra Rides Offered for HAMILTON Attendees in Chicago

by BWW News Desk — February 18, 2026
In an exciting update for theater enthusiasts, Broadway In Chicago has announced a special promotion offering free Metra rides to attendees of the HAMILTON show.
Video/Photos: Pulitzer Prize-Winner ENGLISH At Alley Theatre

Video/Photos: Pulitzer Prize-Winner ENGLISH At Alley Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — February 18, 2026
Photos and video highlights have been released for the Pulitzer Prize-winning play ENGLISH at Neuhaus Theatre.
Roald Dahl's THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE Enters Final Performances in Chicago

Roald Dahl's THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE Enters Final Performances in Chicago

by BWW News Desk — February 18, 2026
The Roald Dahl Story Company has entered its final performances for the funny family musical based on Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile.
BWW Q&A: Kathryn Erbe Talks THE DANCE OF DEATH at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

BWW Q&A: Kathryn Erbe Talks THE DANCE OF DEATH at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

by Joshua Wright — February 18, 2026
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the nation’s premier ensemble theater company, is pleased to continue its 50th Anniversary Season with August Strindberg’s master class in marital warfare The Dance of Death, adapted by Conor McPherson, directed by ensemble member Yasen Peyankov and featurin
Jeff Awards Seeking Nominations For Special Award Ahead Of 52nd Anniversary Non-Equit

Jeff Awards Seeking Nominations For Special Award Ahead Of 52nd Anniversary Non-Equity Ceremony

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
The Jeff Awards has announced a call for nominations for a special award in the upcoming Non-Equity segment.
Her Story Theatre To Present THE OFFICIAL BIOGRAPHY World Premiere This March

Her Story Theatre To Present THE OFFICIAL BIOGRAPHY World Premiere This March

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
Her Story Theatre will present the world premiere of THE OFFICIAL BIOGRAPHY at The Den Theatre in Chicago.
Oil Lamp Theater Unveils Cast And Creative Team For Theresa Rebeck's POOR BEHAVIOR

Oil Lamp Theater Unveils Cast And Creative Team For Theresa Rebeck's POOR BEHAVIOR

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
Oil Lamp Theater will present POOR BEHAVIOR from April 10 to May 10, featuring a talented cast and creative team.
Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Paramount Theatre

Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Paramount Theatre

by Tina St. Angelo — February 17, 2026
What did our critic think of DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Paramount Theatre Aurora IL?
CONCENTRATION to be Presented at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts

CONCENTRATION to be Presented at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
Concentration, Arne Weingart's theatrical adaptation of his poetry written in the voice of a World War II death camp prisoner, runs April 11 and 12 in a new, reimagined production at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts.
Yang & Olivia Duo Named AMI Artists-in-Residence and Faculty Members

Yang & Olivia Duo Named AMI Artists-in-Residence and Faculty Members

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
American Music Institute will feature its partnership with the esteemed violin and piano duo, Yang and Olivia, as Artists-in-Residence & AMI College Faculty Members.
Photos: First Look at POT GIRLS at The Story Theatre

Photos: First Look at POT GIRLS at The Story Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
The Story Theatre will close out Season V with the world premiere production of Pot Girls by Governing Ensemble member Paul Michael Thomson and directed by Governing Ensemble member Ayanna Bria Bakari.
Debo Balogun, Ashli Rene Funches and More to Star in COVENANT at The Goodman

Debo Balogun, Ashli Rene Funches and More to Star in COVENANT at The Goodman

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
The Goodman’s Centennial 2025/2026 Season will continue with the Chicago premiere of Covenant.
American Music Institute to Offer Music Lessons to Children of All Ages

American Music Institute to Offer Music Lessons to Children of All Ages

by BWW News Desk — February 16, 2026
Exploring the best age to start music lessons, the American Music Institute highlights the cognitive and social benefits for children at various developmental stages.
Photos: First Look at Paramount's Chicago Regional Premiere of DEAR EVAN HANSEN

Photos: First Look at Paramount's Chicago Regional Premiere of DEAR EVAN HANSEN

by BWW News Desk — February 14, 2026
Check out production photos from the Chicago Regional Premiere of Dear Evan Hansen at Downtown Aurora’s Paramount Theatre, running through March 22, 2026.
Review: HAMNET at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Review: HAMNET at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

by Rachel Weinberg — February 14, 2026
Royal Shakespeare Company’s HAMNET is a dramatic and languid stage adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s 2020 buzzy novel of the same name.
Video: Jennifer Holloway Sings 'Ah! Ich habe deinen Mund geküsst' from Strauss's SAL

Video: Jennifer Holloway Sings 'Ah! Ich habe deinen Mund geküsst' from Strauss's SALOME

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
Soprano Jennifer Holloway takes on one of opera’s most demanding finales in “Ah! Ich habe deinen Mund geküsst” from Richard Strauss’s SALOME.

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