Alliance Theatre Artistic Director Susan V. Booth to Depart for Chicago's Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2022
After 21 years as the Alliance Theatre’s Jennings Hertz Artistic Director, Susan V. Booth will leave her role at the Alliance to join Chicago’s Goodman Theatre as Artistic Director. Booth will finish her tenure by co-directing the regional premiere of the acclaimed play, Everybody, which begins previews September 2.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2022
After 21 years as the Alliance Theatre’s Jennings Hertz Artistic Director, Susan V. Booth will leave her role at the Alliance to join Chicago’s Goodman Theatre as Artistic Director. Booth will finish her tenure by co-directing the regional premiere of the acclaimed play, Everybody, which begins previews September 2.
Hell in a Handbag's A FINE FEATHERED MURDER: A MISS MARBLED MYSTERY Extends Through Mid-August
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2022
Due to popular demand, Hell in a Handbag Productions’ hit parody A Fine Feathered Murder: A Miss Marbled Mystery has added five additional performances, extending through Saturday, August 13, 2022 at The Chopin Upstairs Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2022
Due to popular demand, Hell in a Handbag Productions’ hit parody A Fine Feathered Murder: A Miss Marbled Mystery has added five additional performances, extending through Saturday, August 13, 2022 at The Chopin Upstairs Theatre.
Porchlight Music Theatre Presents The Cast of NEW FACES SING BROADWAY
by Grace Cutler - July 23, 2022
Porchlight Music Theatre is proud to announce the cast of New Faces for the final performances of the sixth season of the popular New Faces Sing Broadway series and the conclusion of its 27th season with New Faces Sing Broadway 1971.
by Grace Cutler - July 23, 2022
Porchlight Music Theatre is proud to announce the cast of New Faces for the final performances of the sixth season of the popular New Faces Sing Broadway series and the conclusion of its 27th season with New Faces Sing Broadway 1971.
Citadel Theatre Releases Four-Show 2022-23 Season
by Grace Cutler - July 23, 2022
Citadel Theatre Company recently announced its 2022/2023 season, featuring an Obie Award winner and three comedies –one of them a beloved musical.
by Grace Cutler - July 23, 2022
Citadel Theatre Company recently announced its 2022/2023 season, featuring an Obie Award winner and three comedies –one of them a beloved musical.
Metropolis Arts Presents FLEETWOOD MAC MANIA
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2022
Fleetwood Mac Mania (formerly known as Fleetwood Mix) is a stunning visual and musical tribute to Fleetwood Mac, performing at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre September 2, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2022
Fleetwood Mac Mania (formerly known as Fleetwood Mix) is a stunning visual and musical tribute to Fleetwood Mac, performing at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre September 2, 2022.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre to Present EXCEPTIONAL BLACK MUSES: A MUSICAL JOURNEY With an All-Black-Women String Quintet
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2022
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and the Jazz Institute of Chicago will present a two-night concert on August 20 and 21 that will celebrate the amazing artistic accomplishments and contributions of Black female musicians, composers, and bandleaders from the early 20th century to present day.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2022
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and the Jazz Institute of Chicago will present a two-night concert on August 20 and 21 that will celebrate the amazing artistic accomplishments and contributions of Black female musicians, composers, and bandleaders from the early 20th century to present day.
Photos & Video: First Look at PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT at Mercury Theater Chicago
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2022
Priscilla opened last night at Mercury Theater Chicago and plays through September 11, 2022. Get a first look at photos and video below!
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2022
Priscilla opened last night at Mercury Theater Chicago and plays through September 11, 2022. Get a first look at photos and video below!
Grippo Stage Company Presents CHAGALL IN SCHOOL By James Sherman
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Grippo Stage Company presents Chagall In School, a world premiere comedy by James Sherman (Beau Jest, The God of Isaac, The Ben Hecht Show) and directed by Georgette Verdin.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Grippo Stage Company presents Chagall In School, a world premiere comedy by James Sherman (Beau Jest, The God of Isaac, The Ben Hecht Show) and directed by Georgette Verdin.
Roy Cockrum Foundation to Fund Plays in the Goodman's 2022/2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Goodman Theatre announced that The Roy Cockrum Foundation will support productions in the 2022/2023 Season—the final slate of plays planned by its outgoing Artistic Director, Robert Falls—including Swing State by Rebecca Gilman and The Cherry Orchard by Anton Chekhov.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Goodman Theatre announced that The Roy Cockrum Foundation will support productions in the 2022/2023 Season—the final slate of plays planned by its outgoing Artistic Director, Robert Falls—including Swing State by Rebecca Gilman and The Cherry Orchard by Anton Chekhov.
Curious Theatre Branch to Present BACK AT THE HOUSE... WITH OR WITHOUT ROOMMATES at Jimmy Beans Cabaret
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Curious Theatre Branch will present Back at the House... With or Without Roommates, three two-person plays written by Jenny Magnus, Myle Yan Tay and Beau O’Reilly, playing Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm from August 12 – 20, 2022 at Jimmy Beans Cabaret.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Curious Theatre Branch will present Back at the House... With or Without Roommates, three two-person plays written by Jenny Magnus, Myle Yan Tay and Beau O’Reilly, playing Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm from August 12 – 20, 2022 at Jimmy Beans Cabaret.
Interview: Megan Masako Haley of THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Pre-Broadway Tryout
by Rachel Weinberg - July 21, 2022
Andy Sachs, Emily Charlton, and of course, the infamous Miranda Priestly from THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA are back following Lauren Weisberger’s 2003 novel and the cult-classic 2006 film...but this time, these iconic characters are taking to the stage in a brand-new musical with music from Elton John, lyrics from Shaina Taub, book by Kate Wetherhead, and direction from Anna Shapiro (who many Chicago audiences will know from her tenure at Steppenwolf Theatre Company). Megan Masako Haley takes on the role of Emily. I interviewed Megan early in the preview period for the show’s pre-Broadway Chicago tryout about her experience bringing the character to life and the creative process for this new musical.
by Rachel Weinberg - July 21, 2022
Andy Sachs, Emily Charlton, and of course, the infamous Miranda Priestly from THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA are back following Lauren Weisberger’s 2003 novel and the cult-classic 2006 film...but this time, these iconic characters are taking to the stage in a brand-new musical with music from Elton John, lyrics from Shaina Taub, book by Kate Wetherhead, and direction from Anna Shapiro (who many Chicago audiences will know from her tenure at Steppenwolf Theatre Company). Megan Masako Haley takes on the role of Emily. I interviewed Megan early in the preview period for the show’s pre-Broadway Chicago tryout about her experience bringing the character to life and the creative process for this new musical.
Comedian Michael Ian Black to Perform at The Den Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
The Den Theatre has announced comedian Michael Ian Black for three stand-up performances October 21 – 22, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
The Den Theatre has announced comedian Michael Ian Black for three stand-up performances October 21 – 22, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage.
1776, JAGGED LITTLE PILL, and More Set For Broadway in Chicago's 2022-23 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Broadway In Chicago has announced its next season, which will feature 1776, TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL, A SOLDIER'S PLAY, JAGGED LITTLE PILL, and MJ. Learn more about the upcoming shows here!
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Broadway In Chicago has announced its next season, which will feature 1776, TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL, A SOLDIER'S PLAY, JAGGED LITTLE PILL, and MJ. Learn more about the upcoming shows here!
Photos: Meet the Cast of Paramount Theatre's FUN HOME
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora presents the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Fun Home – book and lyrics by Lisa Kron, music by Jeanine Tesori, based on the popular graphic novel by Alison Bechdel – as the third production in its inaugural BOLD Series. Check out photos of the cast here!
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora presents the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Fun Home – book and lyrics by Lisa Kron, music by Jeanine Tesori, based on the popular graphic novel by Alison Bechdel – as the third production in its inaugural BOLD Series. Check out photos of the cast here!
Lookingglass Theatre Company 2022-23 Season Memberships On Sale Now
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Lookingglass Theatre Company, now celebrating 35 years of timeless and timely productions, announces 2022-23 Season memberships are on sale! A partnership with one of this city's leading Black theatre companies.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Lookingglass Theatre Company, now celebrating 35 years of timeless and timely productions, announces 2022-23 Season memberships are on sale! A partnership with one of this city's leading Black theatre companies.
Wendy And DB Release INTO THE BLUE HOUSE Out August 19
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
A Chicago homestyle tribute to the blues, Wendy and DB's fifth album, Into the Little Blue House, is set for release on August 22, 2022. Though rooted in a blues vocabulary, Into the Little Blue House employs an up-to-date expansion to touch the soul of our time.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
A Chicago homestyle tribute to the blues, Wendy and DB's fifth album, Into the Little Blue House, is set for release on August 22, 2022. Though rooted in a blues vocabulary, Into the Little Blue House employs an up-to-date expansion to touch the soul of our time.
Photos: Get a First Look at the Cast of TimeLine Theatre Company's World Premiere of CAMPAIGNS, INC.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
TimeLine Theatre Company is presenting the world premiere of Campaigns, Inc. Campaigns, Inc. begins previews August 3, 2022. Press Night is Wednesday, August 10 at 7:30 p.m. Opening Night is August 11. Performances run through September 18 at TimeLine Theatre. Get a first look at the cast here!
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
TimeLine Theatre Company is presenting the world premiere of Campaigns, Inc. Campaigns, Inc. begins previews August 3, 2022. Press Night is Wednesday, August 10 at 7:30 p.m. Opening Night is August 11. Performances run through September 18 at TimeLine Theatre. Get a first look at the cast here!
JO KOY AND FRIENDS is Coming To Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana in September
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
Due to overwhelming demand, comedian Jo Koy and Friends will be coming to Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana's Hard Rock Live Venue on September 30. Pre-sale will begin July 12 at 10 a.m., and tickets are on sale now.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
Due to overwhelming demand, comedian Jo Koy and Friends will be coming to Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana's Hard Rock Live Venue on September 30. Pre-sale will begin July 12 at 10 a.m., and tickets are on sale now.
Details Announced for Lyric Opera of Chicago's Season Opener ERNANI
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
Lyric Opera of Chicago will kick off the cultural season with a bang as Verdi’s Ernani takes the stage, with performances from September 9 to October 1, 2022. Written as Verdi was coming into his power as a composer, Ernani is a must-see operatic thrill ride full of grand-scale arias, explosive choral numbers, and unforgettable performances.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
Lyric Opera of Chicago will kick off the cultural season with a bang as Verdi’s Ernani takes the stage, with performances from September 9 to October 1, 2022. Written as Verdi was coming into his power as a composer, Ernani is a must-see operatic thrill ride full of grand-scale arias, explosive choral numbers, and unforgettable performances.
Single Tickets Are on Sale Next Month For MAC's 2022-2023 Season and Warhol 2023
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
McAninch Arts Center (MAC), located at 425 Fawell Blvd., hosts a festive Tickets On Sale Party, Saturday, Aug. 6 in the MAC lobby, beginning at 11 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
McAninch Arts Center (MAC), located at 425 Fawell Blvd., hosts a festive Tickets On Sale Party, Saturday, Aug. 6 in the MAC lobby, beginning at 11 a.m.
Tickets Now on Sale For SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL at Actors Training Center
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2022
Actors Training Center, located in Wilmette, IL, will present Seussical the Musical this summer.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2022
Actors Training Center, located in Wilmette, IL, will present Seussical the Musical this summer.
DANCE FOR LIFE Returns To Auditorium, August 13
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2022
Chicago Dancers United (CDU), which supports the health and wellness of Chicago's professional dance community, presents seven companies and a world premiere finale for its 31st annual fundraiser, Dance for Life 2022.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2022
Chicago Dancers United (CDU), which supports the health and wellness of Chicago's professional dance community, presents seven companies and a world premiere finale for its 31st annual fundraiser, Dance for Life 2022.
DREAMGIRLS Opens Paramount Theatre's 11th Broadway Series Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2022
Paramount Theatre wants all of Chicago to meet Effie, Lorrell and Deena, three talented young Black singers in the turbulent 1960s whose rise to the top will test their friendships to the very limit.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2022
Paramount Theatre wants all of Chicago to meet Effie, Lorrell and Deena, three talented young Black singers in the turbulent 1960s whose rise to the top will test their friendships to the very limit.
HURRICANE DIANE Extends Through August 14 at Chicago's Theater Wit
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2022
Hurricane Diane made landfall at Chicago’s Theater Wit on June 17 to strong reviews and audience acclaim, and has been picking up strength ever since, wreaking havoc and hilarity on the stage of one of Chicago’s favorite storefront theaters.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2022
Hurricane Diane made landfall at Chicago’s Theater Wit on June 17 to strong reviews and audience acclaim, and has been picking up strength ever since, wreaking havoc and hilarity on the stage of one of Chicago’s favorite storefront theaters.
Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project Announces FREE Concert - Reclamation: The Spirit of Black Dance in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2022
As part of the City of Chicago’s Year of Chicago Dance, the Logan Center for the Arts at the University of Chicago and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) present the Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project in Reclamation: The Spirit of Black Dance in Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2022
As part of the City of Chicago’s Year of Chicago Dance, the Logan Center for the Arts at the University of Chicago and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) present the Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project in Reclamation: The Spirit of Black Dance in Chicago.
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