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Glass Apple Theatre Announces Cast And Designers For DRACULA, Opening in August
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2022
Chicago based storefront theatre Glass Apple Theatre, Ltd. has announced the actors and designers for their upcoming production of Orson Welles' Dracula, in performance on the Schwartz Stage at Raven Theatre.
Cast Announced for SWEENEY TODD at The Chopin Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2022
Kokandy Productions has announced casting for its revival of Stephen Sondheim’s macabre masterpiece Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, playing September 8–November 6, 2022 at The Chopin Theatre.
Anne Burnell & Mark Burnell to Celebrate TWO FOR THE ROAD Album With Concert At The Epiphany Center For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2022
Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell are releasing their eagerly awaited, long overdue duo CD in twenty-two years entitled TWO FOR THE ROAD. To celebrate the event, they will be performing a CD release concert at the Epiphany Center for the Arts, 201 South Ashland, Chicago, Wednesday, August 17, at 7:30pm.
The Den Theatre to Present Comedian Jourdain Fisher in August
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2022
The Den Theatre will present comedian Jourdain Fisher for an evening of stand-up on Saturday, August 6 at 7:15 pm on The Heath Mainstage.
Photos: Get a First Look at Open Space Arts' Inaugural Production of THE KRAMER PROJECT
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2022
Open Space Arts is presenting their inaugural production of THE KRAMER PROJECT directed and adapted by David Zak from Larry Kramer’s (THE NORMAL HEART) watershed speech “The Tragedy of Today’s Gays”. The production runs July 22 - July 31 at Center on Halsted, 3656 N Halsted. Press Opening Friday, July 22 at 7PM.  Get a first look at photos here!
Acclaimed Duo ANNE BURNELL & MARK BURNELL Release First Single And Video TWO FOR THE ROAD
by Grace Cutler - July 17, 2022
Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell are releasing their first and long overdue, eagerly awaited recording in over twenty years: the title track from their forthcoming album TWO FOR THE ROAD, on July 17.
Photos: First Look At Walkabout Theater Company's U.S. Premiere of STILL A QUIET AFTERNOON
by Grace Cutler - July 16, 2022
Walkabout Theater Company and Steppenwolf’s Look Out Series will present the U.S. premiere of Still a Quiet Afternoon – a mythic, musical tragicomedy about two people observing a multitude of apocalyptic events through their single window.
Navigating The After: Exploring Recovery After Sexual Assault
by Grace Cutler - July 16, 2022
In 'Navigating the After' Eastman explores the multifaceted recovery process after sexual assault using live dance and anonymous interviews from survivors.
Porchlight Music Theatre Adds Performances of BROADWAY IN YOUR BACKYARD At Ambassador Chicago
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2022
Porchlight Music Theatre has announced a second date added to its Broadway in your Backyard special performance at Ambassador Chicago, a JDV by Hyatt Hotel, 1301 N. State Pkwy, Wednesday, Aug. 10.
Video: Casey Hoekstra and Sarah Price Star In Ken Ludwig's DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE At Northlight Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2022
See first look video from Ken Ludwig’s Dear Jack, Dear Louise, directed by Jessica Fisch at Northlight Theatre.
Photos: First Look At Ken Ludwig's DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE At Northlight Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2022
See first look photos from Ken Ludwig’s Dear Jack, Dear Louise, directed by Jessica Fisch at Northlight Theatre.
Photos: THE UNAUTHORIZED PETER JOHNSON PARODY Opens In Chicago!
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2022
Back and better than ever: the reimagined, and unauthorized, “Peter Johnson” Parody splashes back onto the stage after a stellar online debut. “Perseus” has recently arrived at “CAMP!”, after discovering that his father is one of the Greek gods- not just any Greek god either. See first look photos from the production!
Torrington Parks & Recreation Department to Present NORTHWEST VOCAL SHOWCASE in August
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2022
The Torrington Parks & Recreation Department will present the NORTHWEST VOCAL SHOWCASE FINALS on the Warner Theatre’s Main Stage on Sunday, August 15 at 7:30 pm. 
The Artistic Home to Present the SUMMER ON THE PATIO Series in August
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2022
The Artistic Home will present the return of its Summer on the Patio Series, featuring three free workshop productions playing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from August 5 – 28, 2022.
Steppenwolf Theatre Company's SEAGULL Raises Funds for Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2022
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, in partnership with the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America – Illinois Division, has raised more than $12,600 to support the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.
Review: GET OUT ALIVE at Haven Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - July 14, 2022
What did our critic think of GET OUT ALIVE at Haven Chicago? Lynette is not afraid to share the vivid, traumatic details of her life with the audience, including her suicide attempt. While I don’t usually provide content warnings for any theater, the way Lynette recounts some of her past experiences is so raw and so detailed that it feels dangerous. I’m all for theater that presents audiences with the opportunity to become uncomfortable and ask questions, but Lynette pushes the limit. Ultimately, it’s clear that the process of writing and performing GET OUT ALIVE was an invigorating experience for Lynette.
Photos: First Look At THE WIZARD OF OZ At Marriott Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
The Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences returns this summer with THE WIZARD OF OZ! Families will relive this beloved tale of four unlikely friends on the adventure of a lifetime at the Marriott Theatre. See first look photos of the production!
Photos: First Look at Haven's GET OUT ALIVE at The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
See first look photos of Nikki Lynette’s multidisciplinary afrogoth musical Get Out Alive, co-directed by Roger Ellis and Lucky Stiff, which features the writer and her personal journey with mental health.
BATSU! Chicago to Premiere Newly Renovated Venue Inside Iconic Japanese Restaurant, Kamehachi at Grand Reopening
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
BATSU! Chicago premieres their newly renovated venue in renowned Japanese restaurant, Kamehachi, as they welcome audiences back on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 7pm CT.
Random Acts Celebrates Christmas in July With DIE HARD
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
Random Acts has announced the upcoming premiere of 'Home Movies: Die Hard,' set for July 25 at 7:00pm. 'Home Movies' is an ongoing series featuring professional actors recreating a Hollywood film from home in one take.
BALL NIGHT, Featuring Cubs Anthem Singer John Vincent and More, Will Raise Funds And Awareness For Special Olympics Illinois
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
The Beautiful City Project announces the cast of its August fundraising cabaret BALL NIGHT, with proceeds to benefit Special Olympics Illinois, an organization that provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.
The Story Theatre's MARIE ANTOINETTE AND THE MAGICAL NEGROES Extends at Raven Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
Due to popular demand, The Story Theatre's Chicago premiere of  Marie Antoinette and the Magical Negroes is pleased to add one additional week of performances, extending through Sunday, July 24, 2022 on Raven Theatre's Schwartz Stage, 6157 N. Clark St. (at Granville) in Chicago.
The Den Theatre Presents Comedian Cristela Alonzo on the Heath Mainstage in September
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
The Den Theatre has announced comedian Cristela Alonzo for three stand-up performances September 29 – 30, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood.
Destinos, 5th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival, Announces Full Line-up
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
Mark your calendar! Destinos, 5th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival, will return with a big splash, live and in-person, September 14-October 16, 2022.
VIDEO: First Look at CRUEL INTENTIONS at the Chopin Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
Due to popular demand Kokandy Productions’ hit Chicago storefront premiere of Cruel Intentions: The ’90 Musical has added two additional weeks of performances, extending through Sunday, August 21, 2022 at The Chopin Theatre (Studio), 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood. Check out clips from the production here.

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