Review: LE COMTE ORY at Lyric Opera House Chicago
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - November 14, 2022
What did our critic think of LE COMTE ORY at Lyric Opera House Chicago?
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - November 14, 2022
What did our critic think of LE COMTE ORY at Lyric Opera House Chicago?
HEARTACHE TONIGHT: A TRIBUTE TO THE EAGLES Returns To Raue Center
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2022
Raue Center For The Arts has announced the midwest's favorite Eagle tribute band, Heartache Tonight will be rocking the Raue in 2022!
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2022
Raue Center For The Arts has announced the midwest's favorite Eagle tribute band, Heartache Tonight will be rocking the Raue in 2022!
PERSONALITY: THE LLOYD PRICE MUSICAL to Play Chicago's Studebaker Theatre in Summer 2023
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2022
Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical is coming to Chicago! The new musical celebrating the life, career, and unforgettable songs of trailblazing Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legend Lloyd Price will play the beautifully renovated Studebaker Theatre at the historic Fine Arts Building Performances will begin on May 31, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2022
Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical is coming to Chicago! The new musical celebrating the life, career, and unforgettable songs of trailblazing Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legend Lloyd Price will play the beautifully renovated Studebaker Theatre at the historic Fine Arts Building Performances will begin on May 31, 2023.
Chicago Jazz Orchestra Presents A Musical Tribute To A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS at The Studebaker
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2022
In a special holiday musical tribute to 'A Charlie Brown Christmas,' 17-year-old piano prodigy Brandon Goldberg will perform live with the Chicago Jazz Orchestra on Sunday afternoon, December 4 at 4:30 p.m., at Chicago's Studebaker Theater.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2022
In a special holiday musical tribute to 'A Charlie Brown Christmas,' 17-year-old piano prodigy Brandon Goldberg will perform live with the Chicago Jazz Orchestra on Sunday afternoon, December 4 at 4:30 p.m., at Chicago's Studebaker Theater.
Collaboraction and DuSable Museum To Present TRIAL IN THE DELTA Next Year
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2022
Collaboraction Theatre's Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till will return as a live, fully-produced stage production during Black History Month, co-presented with The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, 740 E. 56th Pl., Chicago, February 9-19, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2022
Collaboraction Theatre's Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till will return as a live, fully-produced stage production during Black History Month, co-presented with The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, 740 E. 56th Pl., Chicago, February 9-19, 2023.
The 80th Annual Dolphin Show Releases Tickets For MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2022
This year, the Northwestern Dolphin Show will be presenting Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical, a musical about a young child gifted with telekinesis, a love of reading, and the strength to overcome obstacles thrown at her and her peers. Produced by Arella Flur, Daniel Maton, and Rachel Schmaier, directed by Lucy Harrington, choreographed by Kristen Waagner, and music directed by Kevin Park.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2022
This year, the Northwestern Dolphin Show will be presenting Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical, a musical about a young child gifted with telekinesis, a love of reading, and the strength to overcome obstacles thrown at her and her peers. Produced by Arella Flur, Daniel Maton, and Rachel Schmaier, directed by Lucy Harrington, choreographed by Kristen Waagner, and music directed by Kevin Park.
LE COMTE ORY Opens This Week at the Lyric
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2022
Comedy takes center stage at Lyric Opera of Chicago, as Rossini's uproarious opera Le Comte Ory makes its Lyric premiere for five performances only, November 13–26, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2022
Comedy takes center stage at Lyric Opera of Chicago, as Rossini's uproarious opera Le Comte Ory makes its Lyric premiere for five performances only, November 13–26, 2022.
Cast and Creative Team Announced For Porchlight Music Theatre's THE APPLE TREE
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2022
Porchlight Music Theatre begins its ninth season of Chicago's “lost” musicals series with Porchlight Revisits The Apple Tree, book and lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, book and music by Jerry Bock with additional material by James Coopersmith.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2022
Porchlight Music Theatre begins its ninth season of Chicago's “lost” musicals series with Porchlight Revisits The Apple Tree, book and lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, book and music by Jerry Bock with additional material by James Coopersmith.
Photos: First Look at the World Premiere of The Artistic Home's MALAPERT LOVE
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2022
See photos of the Artistic Home's world premiere of Siah Berlatsky’s Shakespeare-inspired, gender-bending romantic comedy Malapert Love, developed as part of the company’s Summer on the Patio series.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2022
See photos of the Artistic Home's world premiere of Siah Berlatsky’s Shakespeare-inspired, gender-bending romantic comedy Malapert Love, developed as part of the company’s Summer on the Patio series.
Review: TROUBLE IN MIND at TimeLine Theatre Company
by Rachel Weinberg - November 11, 2022
What did our critic think of TROUBLE IN MIND at TimeLine Theatre Company? TROUBLE IN MIND is a blistering portrait of racial and gender politics on Broadway.
by Rachel Weinberg - November 11, 2022
What did our critic think of TROUBLE IN MIND at TimeLine Theatre Company? TROUBLE IN MIND is a blistering portrait of racial and gender politics on Broadway.
Review: A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - November 11, 2022
What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL?
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - November 11, 2022
What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL?
Porchlight Music Theatre's Spring 2023 Youth Classes Open For Registration November 14
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2022
Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre's Education Department has announced the return of its Youth Classes this spring, February 12 - May 7, 2023 with classes going on sale Monday, Nov. 14 at 10 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2022
Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre's Education Department has announced the return of its Youth Classes this spring, February 12 - May 7, 2023 with classes going on sale Monday, Nov. 14 at 10 a.m.
Refracted Theatre Co. Presents REFRACTION LAB SHOWCASE This December
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2022
Refracted Theatre Company will present its 2022 RefrAction Lab Showcase, featuring excerpts from five new works developed during its eight-month playwriting lab for emerging Chicago playwrights.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2022
Refracted Theatre Company will present its 2022 RefrAction Lab Showcase, featuring excerpts from five new works developed during its eight-month playwriting lab for emerging Chicago playwrights.
Filament Theatre's Hit Immersive Fort-Building Experience Is Back For Kids And Adults, November 19- January 8
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2022
Chicago's Filament Theatre (4041 N. Milwaukee Avenue in Portage Park) returns with its hit immersive play experience for families FORTS: Build Your Own Adventure, in which Filament transforms into a play space for children and parents to build new worlds using cardboard boxes, sheets, clothespins and more, November 19, 2022 – January 8, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2022
Chicago's Filament Theatre (4041 N. Milwaukee Avenue in Portage Park) returns with its hit immersive play experience for families FORTS: Build Your Own Adventure, in which Filament transforms into a play space for children and parents to build new worlds using cardboard boxes, sheets, clothespins and more, November 19, 2022 – January 8, 2023.
Teatro Vista Welcomes Five New Board Members
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2022
Teatro Vista has announced the appointment of five new board members, expanding support, oversight and important new visibility for Chicago’s only Equity-affiliated Latine theater company.
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2022
Teatro Vista has announced the appointment of five new board members, expanding support, oversight and important new visibility for Chicago’s only Equity-affiliated Latine theater company.
Comedian Shuler King to Perform at The Den Theatre in February 2023
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2022
The Den Theatre will present comedian Shuler King for four stand-up performances on February 10 & 11, 2023 on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2022
The Den Theatre will present comedian Shuler King for four stand-up performances on February 10 & 11, 2023 on The Heath Mainstage.
Chicago Shakespeare Theater to Present 'L is for Libertad: Exploring Cuba's San Isidro Movement'
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2022
Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present a post-show panel conversation titled 'L is for Libertad: Exploring Cuba’s San Isidrio Movement alongside Measure for Measure,' following the projected Spanish translation performance of Measure for Measure on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2022
Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present a post-show panel conversation titled 'L is for Libertad: Exploring Cuba’s San Isidrio Movement alongside Measure for Measure,' following the projected Spanish translation performance of Measure for Measure on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 7:30 p.m.
Uptown Music Theater Announces Cast For RESILIENCE Cabaret
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2022
Uptown Music Theater of Highland Park has announced the cast for its fourth annual cabaret, Resilience. This special performance of Broadway songs celebrates the strength, character, and perseverance of the Highland Park community.
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2022
Uptown Music Theater of Highland Park has announced the cast for its fourth annual cabaret, Resilience. This special performance of Broadway songs celebrates the strength, character, and perseverance of the Highland Park community.
Photos: Inside Opening nIght of JEEVES INTERVENES at First Folio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2022
All new photos have been released from the Opening Night of the Equity production of JEEVES INTERVENES at First Folio Theatre in Oakbrook, IL directed by Michael Goldberg.
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2022
All new photos have been released from the Opening Night of the Equity production of JEEVES INTERVENES at First Folio Theatre in Oakbrook, IL directed by Michael Goldberg.
3Arts Awards Announces Grantees Of $150K Next Level/Spare Room Awards
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
3Arts, the Chicago-based nonprofit grantmaking organization, announced the recipients of the third annual 3Arts Next Level/Spare Room Award—a $50,000 unrestricted cash award given to three women visual artists who are past 3Arts awardees—during its 15th annual 3Arts Awards Celebration hosted virtually on November 7, live on YouTube.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
3Arts, the Chicago-based nonprofit grantmaking organization, announced the recipients of the third annual 3Arts Next Level/Spare Room Award—a $50,000 unrestricted cash award given to three women visual artists who are past 3Arts awardees—during its 15th annual 3Arts Awards Celebration hosted virtually on November 7, live on YouTube.
Chicago Tap Theatre Announces 20th Anniversary Season Featuring National Performances & More
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
Chicago Tap Theatre has announced its 20th Anniversary Season including two productions of new and classic works, its 20th Anniversary Gala, national performances, a celebration of National Tap Dance Day and more.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
Chicago Tap Theatre has announced its 20th Anniversary Season including two productions of new and classic works, its 20th Anniversary Gala, national performances, a celebration of National Tap Dance Day and more.
The Factory Theater Launches GoFundMe to Recover From Fire That Caused Major Financial Loss
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
A GoFundMe has been created to help The Factory Theater recover from financial losses due to a building fire at their location in Rogers Park. The fire, which started – and thankfully ended – in their storage room happened in September, just prior to the first preview performance of The HOA.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
A GoFundMe has been created to help The Factory Theater recover from financial losses due to a building fire at their location in Rogers Park. The fire, which started – and thankfully ended – in their storage room happened in September, just prior to the first preview performance of The HOA.
Sarah Slight Named Raven Theatre's Interim Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
The Board of Directors of Raven Theatre has announced that Sarah Slight will serve as the theater’s Interim Artistic Director beginning December 1, 2022, as the theater conducts a search to replace Cody Estle, who is departing to serve as the Artistic Director of Next Act Theatre in Milwaukee.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
The Board of Directors of Raven Theatre has announced that Sarah Slight will serve as the theater’s Interim Artistic Director beginning December 1, 2022, as the theater conducts a search to replace Cody Estle, who is departing to serve as the Artistic Director of Next Act Theatre in Milwaukee.
MANUEL CINEMA'S A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Play at Writers Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
Writers Theatre will continue its 2022/23 Season with Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol, a Manual Cinema production adapted from the novel by Charles Dickens, devised by Manual Cinema with additional writing by Nate Marshall. Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol will be presented November 29 – December 24, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
Writers Theatre will continue its 2022/23 Season with Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol, a Manual Cinema production adapted from the novel by Charles Dickens, devised by Manual Cinema with additional writing by Nate Marshall. Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol will be presented November 29 – December 24, 2022.
Comedian Olan Rogers to Perform at The Den Theatre in December
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
he Den Theatre will welcome back comedian Olan Rogers for an evening of stand-up on Thursday, December 8 at 7 pm on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
he Den Theatre will welcome back comedian Olan Rogers for an evening of stand-up on Thursday, December 8 at 7 pm on The Heath Mainstage.
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