Chicago Dancemakers Forum Announces The 2023 Lab Artists
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2022
These Chicago-based dancemakers will each receive a grant of $25,000 along with a year of tailored support during an extended period of creative research, development, and potential presentation of new dance work.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2022
These Chicago-based dancemakers will each receive a grant of $25,000 along with a year of tailored support during an extended period of creative research, development, and potential presentation of new dance work.
World Premiere Science-Themed Musical PEABODY Launches Young People's Theatre Of Chicago 2022-23 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2022
The Young People's Theatre of Chicago's (YPT) inaugural 3-Play 2022-23 season launches with the highly anticipated world premiere production of the science-themed musical, Peabody - A Musical Comedy for Intrepid Young Scientists. With a book by Emmy Award-winning Glen Berger (PBS' Arthur; FETCH! with Ruff Ruffman) and music and lyrics by Grammy-nominated Morgan Taylor (Gustafer Yellowgold), Peabody runs Oct 29 - Nov 20 at the Greenhouse Theater Center.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2022
The Young People's Theatre of Chicago's (YPT) inaugural 3-Play 2022-23 season launches with the highly anticipated world premiere production of the science-themed musical, Peabody - A Musical Comedy for Intrepid Young Scientists. With a book by Emmy Award-winning Glen Berger (PBS' Arthur; FETCH! with Ruff Ruffman) and music and lyrics by Grammy-nominated Morgan Taylor (Gustafer Yellowgold), Peabody runs Oct 29 - Nov 20 at the Greenhouse Theater Center.
Navy Pier Announces Free Halloween Programming Through the Month of October
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2022
Navy Pier has announced a full slate of free programs and events to celebrate the Halloween season starting on Oct. 1- 31.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2022
Navy Pier has announced a full slate of free programs and events to celebrate the Halloween season starting on Oct. 1- 31.
39 Chicago-Area Media Outlets To Host Joint Fundraiser, October 3-17
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
Nearly 40 independent Chicago-area media outlets, members of the Chicago Independent Media Alliance (CIMA), are joining forces for their third annual fundraising campaign kicking off next week.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
Nearly 40 independent Chicago-area media outlets, members of the Chicago Independent Media Alliance (CIMA), are joining forces for their third annual fundraising campaign kicking off next week.
Jerry Seinfeld Returns To The UIS Performing Arts Center, February 17, 2023
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
UIS Performing Arts Center and JS Touring has announced that America's premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will perform on the Sangamon Auditorium stage on February 17, 2023, at 7pm.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
UIS Performing Arts Center and JS Touring has announced that America's premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will perform on the Sangamon Auditorium stage on February 17, 2023, at 7pm.
World Premiere of MOSQUE4MOSQUE to be Presented by About Face Theatre in November
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
About Face Theatre will open its 2022-2023 season with the world premiere of Omer Abbas Salem’s new play Mosque4Mosque, directed by Sophiyaa Nayar. Mosque4Mosque will be presented November 17 – December 17, 2022 at The Den Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
About Face Theatre will open its 2022-2023 season with the world premiere of Omer Abbas Salem’s new play Mosque4Mosque, directed by Sophiyaa Nayar. Mosque4Mosque will be presented November 17 – December 17, 2022 at The Den Theatre.
Review: WICKED at Nederlander Theatre
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - September 30, 2022
Wicked is back in Chicago. The first time it played here, it ran for more than three and a half years. Directed by Joe Mantello, musical staging (choreography) by Wayne Cilento and a stunning set by Eugene Lee along with the lighting by Kenneth Posner once again transports the audience back to Oz and the audience still loves it. Before entering the Nederlander Theatre, someone within the organization was handing out green I've Seen Wicked (fill in the blank) Times! The numbers I saw ranged from 0 to 21.
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - September 30, 2022
Wicked is back in Chicago. The first time it played here, it ran for more than three and a half years. Directed by Joe Mantello, musical staging (choreography) by Wayne Cilento and a stunning set by Eugene Lee along with the lighting by Kenneth Posner once again transports the audience back to Oz and the audience still loves it. Before entering the Nederlander Theatre, someone within the organization was handing out green I've Seen Wicked (fill in the blank) Times! The numbers I saw ranged from 0 to 21.
Alice Childress' TROUBLE IN MIND to be Presented at TimeLine Theatre Company in November
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
TimeLine Theatre Company’s 2022-23 season will continue this fall with the landmark classic Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress, directed by TimeLine Company Member Ron OJ Parson, running November 2 – December 18, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
TimeLine Theatre Company’s 2022-23 season will continue this fall with the landmark classic Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress, directed by TimeLine Company Member Ron OJ Parson, running November 2 – December 18, 2022.
Review: SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Chopin Theatre
by Misha Davenport - September 30, 2022
What did our critic think of SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Chopin Theatre?
by Misha Davenport - September 30, 2022
What did our critic think of SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Chopin Theatre?
Stage Left Theatre Presents MAN OF THE PEOPLE
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
Stage Left Theatre has announced their upcoming production of MAN OF THE PEOPLE - a new play by Dolores Díaz and directed by Anna Bahow. The show is Díaz's anticipated new work since ZULEMA, produced by Goodman Theatre in 2021.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
Stage Left Theatre has announced their upcoming production of MAN OF THE PEOPLE - a new play by Dolores Díaz and directed by Anna Bahow. The show is Díaz's anticipated new work since ZULEMA, produced by Goodman Theatre in 2021.
BLUE MAN GROUP Celebrates 25 Years in Chicago With Special Birthday Performance Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
Blue Man Group, the critically hailed theatrical phenomenon with an open run at Chicago's Briar Street Theatre, will celebrate 25 years in Chicago with a variety of special offers available throughout the month of October including a celebratory birthday performance Thursday, Oct. 20 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
Blue Man Group, the critically hailed theatrical phenomenon with an open run at Chicago's Briar Street Theatre, will celebrate 25 years in Chicago with a variety of special offers available throughout the month of October including a celebratory birthday performance Thursday, Oct. 20 at 8 p.m.
THE ONE OF A KIND HOLIDAY SHOW Returns To The Mart December 1-4
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
Shop Til' You Drop! The One of a Kind Show and Sale , Chicago's not-to-miss annual shopping extravaganza, will return to THE MART, 222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza, Thursday, December 1 through Sunday, December 4, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
Shop Til' You Drop! The One of a Kind Show and Sale , Chicago's not-to-miss annual shopping extravaganza, will return to THE MART, 222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza, Thursday, December 1 through Sunday, December 4, 2022.
Comedian Mo Amer to Perform at The Den Theatre in December
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
The Den Theatre will present comedian Mo Amer, playing four stand-up performances December 2 & 3, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
The Den Theatre will present comedian Mo Amer, playing four stand-up performances December 2 & 3, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage.
WHO'S HOLIDAY! to Return to Theater Wit in November
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
Christmas Day is in our grasp. Why the vodka? Glad you asked! Theater Wit has announced the return of Who’s Holiday!, a hilarious night out with a booze-guzzling, cigarette-smoking, 40-year-old Cindy Lou Who as she recalls the fateful night she met The Grinch, and the sordid events that happened after, November 25-December 30, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
Christmas Day is in our grasp. Why the vodka? Glad you asked! Theater Wit has announced the return of Who’s Holiday!, a hilarious night out with a booze-guzzling, cigarette-smoking, 40-year-old Cindy Lou Who as she recalls the fateful night she met The Grinch, and the sordid events that happened after, November 25-December 30, 2022.
Cast Announced For ALMA at American Blues Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
American Blues Theater, under the continued leadership of Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside, announces the World Premiere production of Alma, in cooperation with Center Theatre Group. The production will run at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, 5779 Ridge Avenue in Chicago, September 22 – October 22, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
American Blues Theater, under the continued leadership of Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside, announces the World Premiere production of Alma, in cooperation with Center Theatre Group. The production will run at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, 5779 Ridge Avenue in Chicago, September 22 – October 22, 2022.
The Neo-Futurist Theater Announces 34th Season
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
The Neo-Futurists have announced their 34th Season, rocketing past 12,000 new plays with a schedule mainstage Neo-Lab commissions, and flagship late-night production The Infinite Wrench—all featuring the company’s signature theatrical style fusing sport, poetry and living newspaper.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
The Neo-Futurists have announced their 34th Season, rocketing past 12,000 new plays with a schedule mainstage Neo-Lab commissions, and flagship late-night production The Infinite Wrench—all featuring the company’s signature theatrical style fusing sport, poetry and living newspaper.
Cast and Creative Team Announced for PLAID AS HELL World Premiere at Babes With Blades Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Babes With BladesTheatre Company, currently presenting Richard III through October 15 at The Edge Theatre, will continue its season with Plaid as Hell, written by Cat McKay and directed by Christina Casano, October 29 - November 19 at The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St. Previews are Saturday, Oct. 29 at 8 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 30 at 3 p.m. and Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Babes With BladesTheatre Company, currently presenting Richard III through October 15 at The Edge Theatre, will continue its season with Plaid as Hell, written by Cat McKay and directed by Christina Casano, October 29 - November 19 at The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St. Previews are Saturday, Oct. 29 at 8 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 30 at 3 p.m. and Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 8 p.m.
The Jeff Awards to Honor Chuck Smith With Lifetime Achievement Award
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Recognizing a lifetime of theater excellence, the Joseph Jefferson Awards will honor director Chuck Smith at the organization’s 54th Anniversary Equity Awards ceremony Monday, October 17th at Drury Lane Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Recognizing a lifetime of theater excellence, the Joseph Jefferson Awards will honor director Chuck Smith at the organization’s 54th Anniversary Equity Awards ceremony Monday, October 17th at Drury Lane Theatre.
Cast Announced for A MURDER IN THE COURT OF XANADU at A Theater in the Dark
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
A Theater in the Dark has announced its launch date and casting for the second production of its 2022-23 season – the original drama A MURDER IN THE COURT OF XANADU, written & directed by Corey Bradberry and featuring an original musical score by Paul Sottnik.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
A Theater in the Dark has announced its launch date and casting for the second production of its 2022-23 season – the original drama A MURDER IN THE COURT OF XANADU, written & directed by Corey Bradberry and featuring an original musical score by Paul Sottnik.
Jessie Mueller to Perform With Seth Rudetsky at Steppenwolf Theatre in January 2023
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Tony Award-winner Jessie Mueller (Beautiful, Waitress, Carousel and The Minutes) will present a hometown concert, hosted and music directed by Sirius XM radio star Seth Rudetsky at Steppenwolf. The concert on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 8 pm in Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Tony Award-winner Jessie Mueller (Beautiful, Waitress, Carousel and The Minutes) will present a hometown concert, hosted and music directed by Sirius XM radio star Seth Rudetsky at Steppenwolf. The concert on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 8 pm in Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater.
Shattered Globe Theatre Announces 2022-23 Season Featuring a World Premiere, US Premiere & Chicago Premiere
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Shattered Globe Theatre has announced its 2022-23 Season, currently underway with the Chicago premiere of STEW, Zora Howard’s Pulitzer Prize Finalist for Drama, directed by Malkia Stampley, playing through October 22, 2022 at Theater Wit.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Shattered Globe Theatre has announced its 2022-23 Season, currently underway with the Chicago premiere of STEW, Zora Howard’s Pulitzer Prize Finalist for Drama, directed by Malkia Stampley, playing through October 22, 2022 at Theater Wit.
Playwright Aline Lathrop Retells The Odyssey in QUEEN OF ITHACA
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Chicago playwright Aline Lathrop's play 'Queen of Ithaca' will be presented as a free, online Write Collective reading on Friday, October 7, 2022, at 7 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Chicago playwright Aline Lathrop's play 'Queen of Ithaca' will be presented as a free, online Write Collective reading on Friday, October 7, 2022, at 7 p.m.
Howard Brown Health Partners With Chicago Dancers United
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Howard Brown Health and Chicago Dancers United (CDU) have announced a partnership to improve healthcare outcomes for local dance community members. Through the partnership, Howard Brown will be the go-to referral source for dance industry professionals looking for quality healthcare services at little to no cost.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Howard Brown Health and Chicago Dancers United (CDU) have announced a partnership to improve healthcare outcomes for local dance community members. Through the partnership, Howard Brown will be the go-to referral source for dance industry professionals looking for quality healthcare services at little to no cost.
Comedian Pete Holmes to Perform at The Den Theatre in November
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2022
The Den Theatre will present Pete Holmes Live: Where Were We, featuring three evenings of stand-up comedy November 10 – 12, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2022
The Den Theatre will present Pete Holmes Live: Where Were We, featuring three evenings of stand-up comedy November 10 – 12, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage.
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for the Chicago Premiere of 1919 at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2022
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is presenting the Steppenwolf for Young Adults’ world premiere of 1919, adapted by J. Nicole Brooks from Eve L. Ewing’s collection of luminous and searing poems about the killing of Black teenager Eugene Williams in 1919 off the segregated Chicago lakeshore – and how this tragedy reverberates today. See rehearsal photos!
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2022
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is presenting the Steppenwolf for Young Adults’ world premiere of 1919, adapted by J. Nicole Brooks from Eve L. Ewing’s collection of luminous and searing poems about the killing of Black teenager Eugene Williams in 1919 off the segregated Chicago lakeshore – and how this tragedy reverberates today. See rehearsal photos!
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