Pat McGann Comes to The Chicago Theatre in April 2023
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2022
Comedian Pat McGann will make his debut at The Chicago Theatre – his hometown theater – with Pat McGann: Live at The Chicago Theatre on Saturday, April 22, 2023. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, December 9 at 10:00AM CT.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2022
Comedian Pat McGann will make his debut at The Chicago Theatre – his hometown theater – with Pat McGann: Live at The Chicago Theatre on Saturday, April 22, 2023. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, December 9 at 10:00AM CT.
The Saint Sebastian Players Presents Lauren Gunderson's THE BOOK OF WILL
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
The Saint Sebastian Players'(SSP) 41st season continues with Lauren Gunderson's comedy/drama The Book of Will. Performances take place February 17–March 12, 2023 in the lower level of St. Bonaventure, 1625 W. Diversey, Chicago (enter on Marshfield).
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
The Saint Sebastian Players'(SSP) 41st season continues with Lauren Gunderson's comedy/drama The Book of Will. Performances take place February 17–March 12, 2023 in the lower level of St. Bonaventure, 1625 W. Diversey, Chicago (enter on Marshfield).
Lakeview East Presents Chicago's Largest Holiday Pop-up District With The Return Of WRIGLEYVILLE WONDERLAND
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of one of Chicago's favorite holiday celebrations, Wrigleyville Wonderland, running now at select venues through the Holiday season.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of one of Chicago's favorite holiday celebrations, Wrigleyville Wonderland, running now at select venues through the Holiday season.
SARAH SILVERMAN: GROW SOME LIPS Announced At The Chicago Theatre, February 11
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
Sarah Silverman will return to The Chicago Theatre with her Grow Some Lips tour on Saturday, February 11, 2023. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, December 9 at 10:00AM CT.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
Sarah Silverman will return to The Chicago Theatre with her Grow Some Lips tour on Saturday, February 11, 2023. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, December 9 at 10:00AM CT.
Oak Park Festival Theatre Announces New Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
The Oak Park Festival Theatre, Oak Park's premiere Equity theatre and the oldest professional classical theatre in the Midwest, has announced that Peter G. Andersen will be joining the company as its new Artistic Director in January 2023. Andersen takes the artistic helm after a nationwide search and will set the stage for the thousands of annual attendees who look to Oak Park Festival Theatre not just for summer Shakespeare in the park but also for new interpretations of classic works year-round.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
The Oak Park Festival Theatre, Oak Park's premiere Equity theatre and the oldest professional classical theatre in the Midwest, has announced that Peter G. Andersen will be joining the company as its new Artistic Director in January 2023. Andersen takes the artistic helm after a nationwide search and will set the stage for the thousands of annual attendees who look to Oak Park Festival Theatre not just for summer Shakespeare in the park but also for new interpretations of classic works year-round.
Lifeline Theatre To Present FILLET OF SOLO, January 13- 22
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
Lifeline Theatre ensemble member Dorothy Milne and former Live Bait Theater Artistic Director Sharon Evans have announced the 26th Annual Fillet of Solo Festival, presented by Lifeline Theatre and running in-person January 13–22, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
Lifeline Theatre ensemble member Dorothy Milne and former Live Bait Theater Artistic Director Sharon Evans have announced the 26th Annual Fillet of Solo Festival, presented by Lifeline Theatre and running in-person January 13–22, 2023.
Tickets Still Available For WHEN YOU BELIEVE Featuring Chicago Cast Of Disney's THE LION KING
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
An intimate event musical theatre lovers won't want to miss is coming to The Fairlie, 339 Bell Ave., Chicago, Monday, Dec. 12. When You Believe is a special benefit performance by a dozen members of the Chicago cast of Disney's The Lion King, including artists in lead roles such as Simba, Nala, Shenzi and Young Nala, and music direction by Karl Shymanovitz, who has conducted for the production since 2017.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
An intimate event musical theatre lovers won't want to miss is coming to The Fairlie, 339 Bell Ave., Chicago, Monday, Dec. 12. When You Believe is a special benefit performance by a dozen members of the Chicago cast of Disney's The Lion King, including artists in lead roles such as Simba, Nala, Shenzi and Young Nala, and music direction by Karl Shymanovitz, who has conducted for the production since 2017.
Ghostlight Ensemble Theatre Company Welcomes Three New Ensemble Members
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
Chicago actors Nick Conrad, Courtney Marie and Reid Henry have joined Ghostlight Ensemble Theatre Company. All three were seen in Ghostlight productions this past season.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
Chicago actors Nick Conrad, Courtney Marie and Reid Henry have joined Ghostlight Ensemble Theatre Company. All three were seen in Ghostlight productions this past season.
Ghostlight Ensemble's Annual HOLIDAY CABERNET to Return As An In-Person Event This Month
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
The Holiday Cabernet will return to in-person performances, as Ghostlight Ensemble celebrates the fourth year of this holiday event on Sunday, December 11!
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
The Holiday Cabernet will return to in-person performances, as Ghostlight Ensemble celebrates the fourth year of this holiday event on Sunday, December 11!
Video: First Look at Northlight Theatre's GEORGIANA & KITTY: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
All new video footage has been released for Northlight Theatre's new production of Georgiana & Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley, running now through Christmas Eve.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2022
All new video footage has been released for Northlight Theatre's new production of Georgiana & Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley, running now through Christmas Eve.
Marriott Theatre Launches 2023 Season With BIG FISH, The Musical
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
The Marriott Theatre's 2023 season launches with the family-friendly musical adventure, BIG FISH, previewing Wednesday, January 25, opening Wednesday, February 1 at 7:30pm and closing March 19, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
The Marriott Theatre's 2023 season launches with the family-friendly musical adventure, BIG FISH, previewing Wednesday, January 25, opening Wednesday, February 1 at 7:30pm and closing March 19, 2023.
JAY SHETTY: LOVE RULES Announced At The Chicago Theatre, March 14, 2023
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
Global bestselling author and award-winning podcast host Jay Shetty will perform at The Chicago Theatre as part of his first-ever world tour on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, December 9 at 10:00AM CT.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
Global bestselling author and award-winning podcast host Jay Shetty will perform at The Chicago Theatre as part of his first-ever world tour on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, December 9 at 10:00AM CT.
Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; The Little Theatre On The Square Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - December 05, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW - December 05, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
League of Chicago Theatres Calls for Entries for Samuel G. Roberson Resident Fellowship
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
The League of Chicago Theatres has announced the 2023 Samuel G. Roberson Jr. Resident Fellowship, an annual grant awarded to a Black Theatre Artist to fund a residency or collaboration with a Chicago area non-profit organization. This year the award will go to an Artivist – an individual who combines art with activism.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
The League of Chicago Theatres has announced the 2023 Samuel G. Roberson Jr. Resident Fellowship, an annual grant awarded to a Black Theatre Artist to fund a residency or collaboration with a Chicago area non-profit organization. This year the award will go to an Artivist – an individual who combines art with activism.
Photos: THE BUTTCRACKER: A NUTCRACKER BURLESQUE Now Playing At The Greenhouse Theater Center
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
See photos of The Buttcracker: A Nutcracker Burlesque, returning this holiday season with the sixth edition of Chicago’s favorite alternative holiday show, a twist on the original story and a live event not to be missed, directed by Miguel Long and choreographed by Dylan Kerr, now playing through December 31 at the Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
See photos of The Buttcracker: A Nutcracker Burlesque, returning this holiday season with the sixth edition of Chicago’s favorite alternative holiday show, a twist on the original story and a live event not to be missed, directed by Miguel Long and choreographed by Dylan Kerr, now playing through December 31 at the Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave.
Steep Theatre Awarded Largest Grant In Company History
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
Steep Theatre has been awarded a $2.988 million Community Development Grant from the City of Chicago to transform its newly acquired building in Edgewater into a state-of-the-art performance venue and permanent artistic home.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
Steep Theatre has been awarded a $2.988 million Community Development Grant from the City of Chicago to transform its newly acquired building in Edgewater into a state-of-the-art performance venue and permanent artistic home.
TEASE THE SEASON: A Holiday Burlesque Extravaganza is Coming to the Newport Theater This Month
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
'We're here, we're queer, and we're spreading holiday cheer!' 'Tis time for Tease the Season: A Holiday Burlesque Extravaganza at the Newport Theater!
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
'We're here, we're queer, and we're spreading holiday cheer!' 'Tis time for Tease the Season: A Holiday Burlesque Extravaganza at the Newport Theater!
THE BOOK OF MORMON Is Coming to the UIS Performing Arts Center for the First Time in April
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
Single tickets for the national tour of THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, will go on sale to the general public on Monday, December 5th at 10 am.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
Single tickets for the national tour of THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, will go on sale to the general public on Monday, December 5th at 10 am.
Cast Announced for INTO THE WOODS at Paramount Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
Up next in Paramount Theatre’s 2022-23 Broadway Series is Into the Woods, Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s brilliant reimagining of the Grimm Brothers fairy tales, February 1-March 19, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
Up next in Paramount Theatre’s 2022-23 Broadway Series is Into the Woods, Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s brilliant reimagining of the Grimm Brothers fairy tales, February 1-March 19, 2023.
Chicago Shakespeare's CHRISTMAS CAROL: THE REMIX Will Be Broadcast On WTTW This Month
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced two ways to get into the holiday spirit this season with the broadcast premiere of Christmas Carol: The Remix and the return of the Holiday Artisan Market benefiting local theatermakers and community artists.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2022
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced two ways to get into the holiday spirit this season with the broadcast premiere of Christmas Carol: The Remix and the return of the Holiday Artisan Market benefiting local theatermakers and community artists.
SongShop Live Presents THINGS CHANGE, December 11
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
SongShop Live presents Things Change,. exploring in song the many ways change can be good or bad, naughty or nice. When 'Everything Must Change' in this 'Crazy World', we offer Rodgers & Hart wit, Kurt Weill character, queens and pirates, elves and jingle bells (but not the carol), jazzy possibilities and endings, shifting seasons, soul-searching songs from our own Valentino, wishful thinking and resolve.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
SongShop Live presents Things Change,. exploring in song the many ways change can be good or bad, naughty or nice. When 'Everything Must Change' in this 'Crazy World', we offer Rodgers & Hart wit, Kurt Weill character, queens and pirates, elves and jingle bells (but not the carol), jazzy possibilities and endings, shifting seasons, soul-searching songs from our own Valentino, wishful thinking and resolve.
Comedian Ashley Gavin to Perform at The Den Theatre in February
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
The Den Theatre will present comedian Ashley Gavin for four stand-up performances on February 24 & 25, 2023 on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
The Den Theatre will present comedian Ashley Gavin for four stand-up performances on February 24 & 25, 2023 on The Heath Mainstage.
Photos: Hell in a Handbag Productions Presents THE GOLDEN GIRLS: THE LOST EPISODES – THE OBLIGATORY HOLIDAY SPECIAL
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
Hell in a Handbag Productions will ring in the holiday season with the return of its favorite seniors in The Golden Girls: The Lost Episodes – The Obligatory Holiday Special, playing November 26 – December 30, 2022 at The Hoover-Leppen Theatre at The Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St. in Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
Hell in a Handbag Productions will ring in the holiday season with the return of its favorite seniors in The Golden Girls: The Lost Episodes – The Obligatory Holiday Special, playing November 26 – December 30, 2022 at The Hoover-Leppen Theatre at The Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St. in Chicago.
Raue Center For The Arts Partners With Kids In Need In Mchenry County
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
Raue Center School For The Arts has announced its partnership with Kids In Need this holiday season to collect often overlooked necessities as a part of its On Stage production of 'A GHOST TALE FOR MR. DICKENS Jr.'
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
Raue Center School For The Arts has announced its partnership with Kids In Need this holiday season to collect often overlooked necessities as a part of its On Stage production of 'A GHOST TALE FOR MR. DICKENS Jr.'
Comedian Cameron Esposito to Perform at The Den Theatre in December
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
The Den Theatre will welcome back comedian Cameron Esposito, performing two stand-up shows December 30 & 31, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
The Den Theatre will welcome back comedian Cameron Esposito, performing two stand-up shows December 30 & 31, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage.
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