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Steppenwolf's LookOut Series launches into 2026 with a line-up featuring vital work from Chicago's dance, cabaret and music artists.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present a one-night-only benefit event: Suzy Eddie Izzard Talks Shakespeare N’Stuff [Forsooth] in January in The Yard.

Marriott Theatre's special event for New Year's Eve will be NEW YEAR'S ROCKABILLY EVE, FEATURING THE CAST OF MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET CHRISTMAS – a one-of-a-kind evening of classic rock ‘n' roll tunes from a bygone era.

Fans of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll won’t want to miss a night of Elvis Presley’s greatest hits when World Champion Elvis Tribute Artist Jimmy Holmes takes the stage with the legendary Change of Habit Tribute Band at Raue Center for the Arts.

ELF THE MUSICAL will be sprinkling jolly joy as it begins tomorrow at The Auditorium (50 E.

Trap Door Theatre will begin its mainstage work of their 32nd season with a production of Ukrainian Playwright Natalka Vorozhbyt's Green Corridors, directed by Kay Martinovich.

“The Beatles in Bloom: A Musical Journey Through the Seasons of Life,” a live concert event will be performed at Raue Center for the Arts, Wednesday, December 31 at 7 pm.

Pegasus Theatre Chicago has revealed the cast and for its 39th Annual Young Playwrights Festival.

The Gift Theatre is busy making plans for its 25th Anniversary season, including new ensemble members and a new home for TEN 25th, the company’s annual 10-minute performance festival.

New plays will ring in the new year at The Goodman when the popular annual New Stages Festival returns.

Don’t forget where you came from.

Sister Act is now playing at Drury Lane Theatre, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, book by Cheri Steinkellner and Bill Steinkellner.

The Beverly Theatre Guild will present Clue as part of its 63rd season, bringing the classic murder-mystery to the Baer Theater in Chicago.

Elton Rohn, led by Ron Camilleri, will perform at Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake on December 27, 2025, at 7 p.

Hell in a Handbag Productions is presenting the world premiere of The Real Housewives of The North Pole, a holiday parody written by Artistic Director David Cerda*, directed by Tommy Bullington.

An aptly titled song from one of the greatest songwriters of the 20th Century, Irving Berlin.

Paramount Theatre has released new video highlights showcasing highlights from its upcoming production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, including footage from the ensemble’s staging of “Snow,' 'The Best Things Happen When You're Dancing,' and the finale performance of “White Christmas.

 The Peppermint Patties are ringing in the holidays with two very different live performances this December in Chicago.

Santa Claus is coming to Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse in the children’s holiday musical SANTA CLAUS: THE MUSICAL next month.

A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS will begin performances tomorrow at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre for a strictly limited one-week engagement through November 30.

Goodman Theatre will present THEATER OF THE MIND as part of its Centennial 25/26 Season beginning March 11, 2026.

Lyric Opera of Chicago will continue performances of A NIGHT OF MELLON COLLIE AND INFINITE SADNESS, the new operatic and orchestral staging of The Smashing Pumpkins’ 1995 double album.

Asian Improv Arts Midwest will return to the MCA Chicago with TAIKO LEGACY 22, featuring performers from Tsukasa Taiko and collaborating artists from Chicago and San Francisco.

Oil Lamp Theater is presenting IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY, adapted by Joe Landry and directed by Lauren Katz, through December 28 at 1723 Glenview Road.

Hell in a Handbag Productions will hold its annual benefit, THE HANDBAG FOLLIES, on December 7, 2025 in Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood.