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Music Institute Of Chicago Celebrates Trailblazing Women In Classical Music At Annual Gala Benefit, May 15
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2023
Honoring trailblazing women in classical music who inspire the next generation, the Music Institute of Chicago hosts its Annual Gala Benefit on Monday, May 15 at 5:30 p.m. at The Peninsula Chicago, 108 E. Superior Street, Chicago. Event highlights include the presentation of the prestigious Dushkin Award to Maestra Marin Alsop, the Cultural Visionary Award for Chicago to Karen Gray-Krehbiel and John Krehbiel, Jr., and the Richard D. Colburn Award for Teaching Excellence to Barbara Ann Martin.
Theatre Above The Law Presents NEW PARENTS, NEW FACES This March
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2023
New Parents, New Faces at Theatre Above The Law, running March 10-April 2, 2023, takes an honest look at the absurdities of being home with a baby, the power of female friendship, the dilemma of going back to work, and the effect class has on parenthood in America.
Chicago Chart-Topper Sarantos Blends Classic 60s Pop With Psychedelic Sounds On Latest Single And Video
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2023
Released on February 3rd, 'We Failed Until We Didn't' is the latest in a historic line of monthly single and video releases from Chicago-based singer-songwriter and musician, Sarantos.
IS GOD IS Chicago Premiere to Open at A Red Orchid Theatre This Spring
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2023
A Red Orchid Theatre will present the Chicago Premiere of Is God Is by Aleshea Harris, directed by Marti Gobel. Is God Is runs April 6 – May 28, 2023.
SHARK TANK THE MUSICAL & More Lead Chicago's February's Top Picks
by BWW Staff - February 14, 2023
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. This month's picks inc
MATILDA THE MUSICAL is The Highest Grossing Dolphin Show in the Organization's 80-Year History
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2023
February, 14, 2023 - The Dolphin Show at Northwestern University is proud to announce the five-performance engagement of Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical broke the gross ticket sales record, grossing over $61,000. MATILDA also sold out the 1000-seat Cahn Auditorium for its closing performance.
THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW Comes to Chicago's Children's Theatre in April
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2023
Spring is right around the corner, and so is The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, a bright, bold, super fun live stage version of Eric Carle’s timeless children’s book, emerging April 15-June 4, 2023 at Chicago Children’s Theatre, 100 S. Racine St. in Chicago’s West Loop. 
Porchlight Music Theatre Welcomes New Members To Its Board Of Directors
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre, currently presenting Cabaret, now extended through March 19 at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts, has announced the election of four new members to its Board of Directors, Joshua R. Goderis, Joseph Higgins, Kenny Ingram and Amy Jaine Wielunski. 
The Impostors Theatre Company Presents World Premiere Musical MIRANDA: A WAR-TORN FABLE
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) continues their fourth season with the world premiere of the musical Miranda: A War-Torn Fable, written and composed by ITC ensemble member Dominick Vincent Alesia. Miranda: A War-Torn Fable runs February 17 – March 4, 2023 in the Upstairs Mainstage at The Den Theatre, 1331 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622.
Video: First Look at Natalie Weiss and More in INTO THE WOODS at Paramount Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
Paramount Theatre has released a video preview for Into the Woods, Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's brilliant reimagining of the Grimm Brothers fairy tales, which runs through March 19, 2023.
Cast Announced for DYING FOR IT Presented by The Artistic Home at The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
The Artistic Home will present Moira Buffini’s comedy Dying For It, directed by Monica Payne, playing March 18 – April 23 at The Den’s Bookspan Theatre.
Art 4 Announces Cast of GODSPELL
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2023
Complete casting has been announced as rehearsals begin for the new production of Art 4's Godspell starring Laurisa LeSure and Zachary Wilkeson, directed and choreographed by Mark Albin and music direction by Dr. Aaron Albin, with music and new lyrics by four-time Grammy winner, and Golden Globe winner Stephen Schwartz, and book by John-Michael Tebelak.
Review: INTO THE WOODS at Paramount Theatre
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - February 12, 2023
What did our critic think of INTO THE WOODS at Paramount Theatre?
Student Blog: Back to School at UE!
by Student Blogger: Alyssa Meadows - February 11, 2023
Hello, BroadwayWorld readers! My name is Alyssa Meadows and I am honored and excited to be a student blogger for this season! I am a first year theatre performance major at the University of Evansville in Evansville, Indiana! I am originally from Louisville, Kentucky, where I grew up with my mom, dad, younger brother, and pet rabbit named Tootsie Roll! I have been involved in theatre since the seventh grade, particularly musical theatre! I am thrilled to share pieces of my life with the BWW community this season!
Photos: First Look at Collaboraction Theatre Company's TRIAL IN THE DELTA: THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2023
Collaboraction Theatre has released production photos for Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till, a live, fully-produced stage production during Black History Month, running February 9-19, 2023 at and co-presented with The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center. Check out the photos here!
Photos: First Look at Natalie Weiss and More in INTO THE WOODS at Paramount Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2023
Paramount Theatre has release production photos for Into the Woods, Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's brilliant reimagining of the Grimm Brothers fairy tales, which runs through March 19, 2023. Check out the photos here!
Photos: Get a Sneak Peek at the Cast of YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN at Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2023
Get a first look at YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN at Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences!
'Salvador Dalí: The Image Disappears' Exhibition to Open at The Art Institute Of Chicago This Month
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2023
The Art Institute will present Salvador Dalí: The Image Disappears, which explores the pivotal decade of the 1930s, when Salvador Dalí emerged as the inventor of his own personal brand of Surrealism.
UIS Performing Arts Center To Present AND THEN THEY CAME FOR ME: REMEMBERING THE WORLD OF ANNE FRANK
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2023
The UIS Performing Arts Center will present the first ever produced show with paid local actors, And Then They Came For Me: Remembering the World of Anne Frank by James Still.
Celebrate Valentine's Day With The Peppermint Patties At Borelli's Restaurant
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2023
Join The Peppermint Patties for dinner and a show as they perform 'Won't You Be My Galentine? An Evening of Love Songs at Borelli's Restaurant.
American Blues Theater Names Kristoffer Diaz The Recipient Of The 2023 Blue Ink Award For His Play THINGS WITH FRIENDS
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2023
American Blues Theater, under the continued leadership of Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside, announces the recipient of the 2023 Blue Ink Award is Kristoffer Diaz for his play Things With Friends. As part of the award, Diaz receives a $2,500 cash prize, a staged reading at American Blues Theater, and the opportunity to further develop his script with American Blues Theater.
Will Clinger and Kelly Anne Clark Star in BEING SEEN at the Den Theatre This Summer
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 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 Will Clinger and Kelly Anne Clark makes its Chicago premiere, June 14 - July 2, in the Crosby Theatre at The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. 
Porchlight Announces Final Extension For CABARET
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2023
Porchlight Music Theatre has announced that the Tony Award-winning landmark musical Cabaret, at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn St. Cabaret has been extended for a second time, now through Sunday, March 19.
Idle Muse Theatre Company Announces Cast And Creative Team For The World Premiere Of THE LAST QUEEN OF CAMELOT, March 23 - April 23
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
Idle Muse Theatre Company has announced the cast for its world premiere production of The Last Queen of Camelot, adapted and directed by Artistic Director Evan Jackson, March 23 - April 23 at The Edge Off-Broadway Theater.
Comedy Podcast TWO DYKES AND A MIC is Coming to The Den Theatre in May
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
The Den Theatre will present the comedy podcast and live touring show “Two Dykes and a Mic”, playing Friday, May 19 at 7:15 pm on The Heath Mainstage.

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