Steppenwolf Theatre Unveils LookOut's Fall 2025 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2025
As Steppenwolf Theatre Company proudly launches its 50th Anniversary Season, the LookOut Series is returning with quintessentially-Chicago stories.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2025
As Steppenwolf Theatre Company proudly launches its 50th Anniversary Season, the LookOut Series is returning with quintessentially-Chicago stories.
Review: THE TWENTY-SIDED TAVERN Presented by Broadway in Chicago
by Zac Thriffiley - August 18, 2025
This hilarious show should entertain nerds and newcomers alike, though its rules may occasionally test the patience of less familiar viewers.
by Zac Thriffiley - August 18, 2025
This hilarious show should entertain nerds and newcomers alike, though its rules may occasionally test the patience of less familiar viewers.
Tony-Winner Beth Leavel To Receive Sarah Siddons Society Award At Annual Benefit
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2025
The Sarah Siddons Society will honor Tony Award-winning actress Beth Leavel with its 2025 Award at the annual Benefit on Monday, November 17, 2025 at The Arts Club of Chicago, 201 E. Ontario St. The evening will begin with a 6 p.m. reception, followed by a 7 p.m. program.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2025
The Sarah Siddons Society will honor Tony Award-winning actress Beth Leavel with its 2025 Award at the annual Benefit on Monday, November 17, 2025 at The Arts Club of Chicago, 201 E. Ontario St. The evening will begin with a 6 p.m. reception, followed by a 7 p.m. program.
HELL'S KITCHEN To Play Limited Engagement In Chicago This November
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2025
Tickets are now on sale for HELL’S KITCHEN, Alicia Keys’ hit Broadway musical, coming to Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre November 11–30, 2025. The North American Tour will star Maya Drake as Ali, with Kennedy Caughell and Roz White featured in principal roles.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2025
Tickets are now on sale for HELL’S KITCHEN, Alicia Keys’ hit Broadway musical, coming to Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre November 11–30, 2025. The North American Tour will star Maya Drake as Ali, with Kennedy Caughell and Roz White featured in principal roles.
JOFFREY AT THE HARRIS: MATTERS OF THE HEART to Premiere at Harris Theater
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2025
The Joan W. and Irving B. Harris Theater for Music and Dance will present Joffrey at the Harris: Matters of the Heart this November as part of its 2025–26 Harris Theater Presents season.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2025
The Joan W. and Irving B. Harris Theater for Music and Dance will present Joffrey at the Harris: Matters of the Heart this November as part of its 2025–26 Harris Theater Presents season.
MR. WOLF Chicago Premiere to Launch Steppenwolf Theatre Company 50th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will launch its 50th Anniversary Season with the Chicago premiere of ensemble member Rajiv Joseph’s unflinching family drama Mr. Wolf. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will launch its 50th Anniversary Season with the Chicago premiere of ensemble member Rajiv Joseph’s unflinching family drama Mr. Wolf. Learn more!
Cast and Production Team Set for OAK at Raven Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2025
Chicago's Raven Theatre Company revealed the cast and production team for the opening show of Season 43, playwright Terry Guest's Southern gothic OAK. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2025
Chicago's Raven Theatre Company revealed the cast and production team for the opening show of Season 43, playwright Terry Guest's Southern gothic OAK. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM at Oil Lamp Theater
by Tina St. Angelo - August 17, 2025
What did our critic think of SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM at Oil Lamp Theater? I’m Still Here. In a career spanning 69 years and countless songs, it is safe to say that 4 years after the passing of one of the greatest songwriters of the 20th Century, Sondheim is still here. The current production at Oil Lamp Theatre in Glenview is the musical revue Side By Side By Sondheim.
by Tina St. Angelo - August 17, 2025
What did our critic think of SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM at Oil Lamp Theater? I’m Still Here. In a career spanning 69 years and countless songs, it is safe to say that 4 years after the passing of one of the greatest songwriters of the 20th Century, Sondheim is still here. The current production at Oil Lamp Theatre in Glenview is the musical revue Side By Side By Sondheim.
HALF AN HOUR IN HEAVEN Will Play Chicago's Gaelic Park Irish Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2025
Half an Hour in Heaven, a new play by internationally acclaimed award-winning playwright Cinzi Lavin, will be featured at Chicago's Gaelic Park Irish Festival on August 23rd and 24th.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2025
Half an Hour in Heaven, a new play by internationally acclaimed award-winning playwright Cinzi Lavin, will be featured at Chicago's Gaelic Park Irish Festival on August 23rd and 24th.
DUNGEONS & DRAGONS THE TWENTY-SIDED TAVERN Opens North American Tour In Chicago
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2025
The North American tour of Dungeons & Dragons: The Twenty-Sided Tavern opened in Chicago on September 12, 2025, at Broadway In Chicago’s Broadway Playhouse. Running through September 28, the immersive, audience-driven show blends comedy, improv, and the spirit of the iconic role-playing game.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2025
The North American tour of Dungeons & Dragons: The Twenty-Sided Tavern opened in Chicago on September 12, 2025, at Broadway In Chicago’s Broadway Playhouse. Running through September 28, the immersive, audience-driven show blends comedy, improv, and the spirit of the iconic role-playing game.
Photos: SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM at Oil Lamp Theater
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater is presenting Side by Side by Sondheim, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and music by Leonard Bernstein, Mary Rodgers, Richard Rodgers and Jule Styne with continuity by Ned Sherrin. Get a first look at photos here!
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater is presenting Side by Side by Sondheim, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and music by Leonard Bernstein, Mary Rodgers, Richard Rodgers and Jule Styne with continuity by Ned Sherrin. Get a first look at photos here!
The League of Chicago Theatres & Arts Alliance Illinois Continue Non-Profit Theatre Production Tax Credit
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2025
The League of Chicago Theatres and Arts Alliance Illinois have revealed the continuation of the Non-Profit Theatre Production Tax Credit. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2025
The League of Chicago Theatres and Arts Alliance Illinois have revealed the continuation of the Non-Profit Theatre Production Tax Credit. Learn more here!
Tickets to THE BOOK OF MORMON in Chicago On Sale Now
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2025
Tickets for THE BOOK OF MORMON in Chicago are on sale now! THE BOOK OF MORMON will play Broadway In Chicago's CIBC Theatre. Learn more about the engagement here!
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2025
Tickets for THE BOOK OF MORMON in Chicago are on sale now! THE BOOK OF MORMON will play Broadway In Chicago's CIBC Theatre. Learn more about the engagement here!
South Chicago Dance Theatre To Open The Center At Govstate’s 30th Anniversary Legacy Season In September
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2025
The Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University will open its 30th Anniversary Legacy Season with a performance by South Chicago Dance Theatre (SCDT) on Saturday, September 27 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2025
The Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University will open its 30th Anniversary Legacy Season with a performance by South Chicago Dance Theatre (SCDT) on Saturday, September 27 at 7:30 p.m.
BLUE BAYOU: A TRIBUTE TO LINDA RONSTADT Comes to Raue Center in October
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2025
Raue Center For The Arts will present Blue Bayou: Chicagoland’s Tribute to Linda Ronstadt on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Starring Tamara Woodruff as “Linda,” the show delivers an emotional, high-energy journey through Ronstadt’s groundbreaking career, spanning rock, country, folk, and Latin.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2025
Raue Center For The Arts will present Blue Bayou: Chicagoland’s Tribute to Linda Ronstadt on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Starring Tamara Woodruff as “Linda,” the show delivers an emotional, high-energy journey through Ronstadt’s groundbreaking career, spanning rock, country, folk, and Latin.
Overshadowed And The Village Of Itasca Present SHAKESPEARE ON THE GRASS
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2025
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions and the Village of Itasca are partnering for Shakespeare on the Grass. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2025
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions and the Village of Itasca are partnering for Shakespeare on the Grass. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
TWIHARD! A TWILIGHT MUSICAL PARODY To Continue At Apollo Theater Chicago Through September
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2025
TWIHARD! A Twilight Musical Parody will now run at Chicago’s Apollo Theater through September 28, with original cast members Maxwell Peters and Trey Plutnicki returning.
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2025
TWIHARD! A Twilight Musical Parody will now run at Chicago’s Apollo Theater through September 28, with original cast members Maxwell Peters and Trey Plutnicki returning.
UNCLE CARLOS EXPLAINS to be Presented by Subtext Theater Company
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2025
This September Subtext Theater Company will stage a new work by Leigh Johnson, Uncle Carlos Explains. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2025
This September Subtext Theater Company will stage a new work by Leigh Johnson, Uncle Carlos Explains. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
Videos: SOUND OF MUSIC & More Tours Perform at Broadway in Chicago Concert
by Michael Major - August 12, 2025
Broadway in Chicago hosted a summer concert to showcase upcoming musical tours coming to the city. Watch videos of The Sound of Music, The Outsiders, Hell's Kitchen, Suffs, Parade, The Phantom of the Opera, The Great Gatsby, and Stereophonic.
by Michael Major - August 12, 2025
Broadway in Chicago hosted a summer concert to showcase upcoming musical tours coming to the city. Watch videos of The Sound of Music, The Outsiders, Hell's Kitchen, Suffs, Parade, The Phantom of the Opera, The Great Gatsby, and Stereophonic.
Music of the Baroque to Host Citywide Singalong as Part of THE CHICAGO WATER MUSIC
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
As part of The Chicago Water Music, an extraordinary outdoor performance staged on the Chicago River, Music of the Baroque is introducing a brand-new element: 'Hallelujah, Chicago!' Learn how to attend!
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
As part of The Chicago Water Music, an extraordinary outdoor performance staged on the Chicago River, Music of the Baroque is introducing a brand-new element: 'Hallelujah, Chicago!' Learn how to attend!
Sarah Daniels, Heath Saunders and More to Star in GLÜ at Timber Lake Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
The TIMBER LAKE PLAYHOUSE will host the world premiere of the brand new, original musical, GLÜ. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
The TIMBER LAKE PLAYHOUSE will host the world premiere of the brand new, original musical, GLÜ. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
MadKap to Present PIPPIN At Skokie Theatre in September
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
MadKap Productions will present the musical PIPPIN for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre in September. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
MadKap Productions will present the musical PIPPIN for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre in September. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Cast and Creative Team Set for GASLIGHT (ANGEL STREET) at Oil Lamp Theater
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for its next production, Gaslight (Angel Street). See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for its next production, Gaslight (Angel Street). See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
Cast Set for MURDER ON THE LINKS at Two River Theater
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
Two River Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the world-premiere of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Links. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
Two River Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the world-premiere of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Links. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Jenna Fischer-Led ASHLAND AVENUE Opens Goodman's Centennial Season Next Month
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
When Goodman Theatre opened its doors in fall of 1925, its first audiences were treated to ground-breaking new plays; now, one hundred years later, Chicago audiences are first to experience two world-premiere productions that launch the theater’s milestone Centennial 2025/2026 Season.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
When Goodman Theatre opened its doors in fall of 1925, its first audiences were treated to ground-breaking new plays; now, one hundred years later, Chicago audiences are first to experience two world-premiere productions that launch the theater’s milestone Centennial 2025/2026 Season.
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Anthony Rapp: Home for the Holidays
Lookingglass Theatre Company (12/17 - 12/20) | |
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Hanukkah Shmanukkah
Greenhouse Theater (12/18 - 12/21) | |
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Elton Rohn
Raue Center For The Arts (12/27 - 12/27) | |
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American English
Raue Center For The Arts (12/31 - 12/31) | |
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Amadeus
Steppenwolf Theatre Company (11/6 - 1/4) | |
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Dorian
Open Space Arts (11/28 - 12/21) | |
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Lucy's Comedy
Raue Center For The Arts (1/16 - 1/16) | |
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Smokefall
Wild Door Theater (11/10 - 12/21) | |
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Confederates
Redtwist Theatre (12/29 - 3/8) | |
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Desert Rock
Raue Center For The Arts (2/6 - 2/6) | |
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