American Music Institute Will Present Student Recital at Clarendon Hills Campus
The American Music Institute (AMI) will present a student recital at its Clarendon Hills, IL campus, featuring performers of all ages and skill levels across a variety of music styles.
(X) Collective to Present MOSAIC SERIES: BLACK BRUNCH for Chicago Theatre Artists
(X) Collective will present Mosaic Series: Black Brunch,, a community gathering in Chicago for Black theatre artists to connect over a shared meal, conversation, and relationship-building across disciplines and career stages.
2026 Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards Winners Revealed
The award recipients of Broadway In Chicago’s 15th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards were presented in an award ceremony, celebrating outstanding achievement in high school musical theatre performances.
City Cruises Chicago to Feature Live Music, Firworks and More
City Cruises has revealed its Summer 2026 lineup, bringing together festive holiday cruises, immersive live entertainment, fireworks displays, and sightseeing experiences across Lake Michigan and the Chicago River.
Jeff Awards Pauses All Non-Equity Adjudication Following Industry Backlash
The Jeff Awards has paused Non-Equity awards consideration starting June 1, 2026, citing the need for more time to review policies after community backlash.
Magician John Westford Will Present One-Night-Only Show at Raue Center
Illusionist and actor John Westford will perform a one-night-only show at Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake, IL, featuring crowd interaction and improvised illusions.
LES MISÉRABLES Makes Final Chicago Run at Cadillac Palace Theatre
Cameron Mackintosh's production of LES MISÉRABLES makes its final Chicago engagement in a strictly limited two-week run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, with Nick Cartell leading the cast as Jean Valjean.
BLACK GIRL FROM A WHITE SUBURB World Premiere and More Set for American Blues Theater 2026-2027 Season
American Blues Theater announced its 2026-2027 Season, featuring world premieres of BLACK GIRL FROM A WHITE SUBURB and THE CONQUERED, the Chicago premiere of UHURU, and the 25th anniversary of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!
Photos: ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE At American Blues Theater
American Blues Theater has released production photos of ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE its final production of its 40th anniversary season.
CLUB SHUSH! SPEAK EASY. LAUGH HARD. To Play The Yellow Rose Theatre
The Yellow Rose Theatre will present CLUB SHUSH! SPEAK EASY.
SORDID LIVES To Open At Riverfront Playhouse
Riverfront Playhouse will present SORDID LIVES, the black comedy written by Del Shores and directed by Patrick Deering, featuring a cast led by 2025 Lou Award recipient Ann Keen.
Review: SCARAMOUCHE at City Lit Theater
French aristocrats, revolutionaries, traveling comedy troupes, swordsmen — Scaramouche packs it all in this world premiere musical that doesn’t stop moving and keeps you laughing.
Review: RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S SOUTH PACIFIC at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL
What did our critic think of RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S SOUTH PACIFIC at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL?
Photos: SOUTH PACIFIC Opens At Paramount Theatre
Set in a tropical paradise with warm sea breezes, breathless sunsets and B-29 Bombers, South Pacific is one of the most romantic musical of all time, and also an uplifting tale that reminds us all of the importance of celebrating cultural differences.
Review: OCTET at Raven Theatre
Though it’s a musical about a support group for internet addicts, Dave Molloy’s Octet is delightfully analog.
Video: Watch Songs From HEARTBREAK HOTEL at Marriott Theatre
The Marriott Theatre has released new videos of songs from Heartbreak Hotel.
Lori Dimun Named Driehaus Foundation Senior Program Director, Arts and Culture
Lori Dimun, current President & CEO of the Harris Theater for Music and Dance, will join the Richard H.
Review: LOKI – THE END OF THE WORLD TOUR at Lifeline Theatre
LOKI – THE END OF THE WORLD TOUR at Lifeline Theatre is the kind of ambitious storytelling that reminds audiences why Chicago theatre remains one of the most exciting and vibrant theater communities in the country.
THEATER OF THE MIND Extends Through Summer, Adds $99 Date Night Package
Goodman Theatre's THEATER OF THE MIND, the immersive experience created by David Byrne and Mala Gaonkar, extended its run after nearly 20,000 tickets sold, and announced a new $99 'Make it a Date Night' package.
EUREKA DAY, THE GLASS MENAGERIE & More Set for 2026-27 Season
Citadel Theatre has announced its 2026-27 mainstage season, featuring EUREKA DAY, IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY, THE GLASS MENAGERIE, and the musical ORDINARY DAYS.
UIS Performing Arts Center Director Bryan Rives to Retire, Sarah Brewer Named Interim
Bryan Rives, Director of the UIS Performing Arts Center at the University of Illinois Springfield, will retire after nine years of leadership.
THE LIGHTNING THIEF and More Set for Next Page Productions Inaugural TYA Season
Next Page Productions announced its inaugural Theatre for Young Audiences season at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, James and the Giant Peach, The Lightning Thief and more.
KING JOHN Will Come to Chicago This Summer
Circuit Theatre Company will stage Shakespeare's rarely produced KING JOHN at United Church of Rogers Park, directed by Korey Pimental, featuring a nine-member ensemble cast in a 90-minute production.
Photos: Dave Malloy's OCTET At Raven Theatre
Raven Theatre in Chicago has released production photos for OCTET, the a cappella musical by Dave Malloy.
Gary Gole to Star in CATCH AS CATCH CAN at Steppenwolf Theatre
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will conclude its 50th Anniversary Season with the Chicago premiere of Mia Chung’s theatrical tour-de-force Catch as Catch Can, starring Gary Cole.
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South Pacific Paramount Arts Centre (4/29-6/14) |
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Windfall Steppenwolf Theatre Company (4/09-5/31) |
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The Lifespan of a Fact Parker Players Theater (4/24-5/17) |
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Third Coast Symphony: Appalachian Spring & Carnival of the Animals First Congregational Baptist Church (6/14-6/14) |
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Disney's Newsies Theater Wit (7/11-8/02) |
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EWP presents Robbie Fulks & Griffin William Sherry Showcase Raue Center For The Arts (8/07-8/07) |
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Maybe Happy Ending CIBC Theatre (1/05-1/17) |
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Cabaret Night Rhapsody Theater (6/11-6/11) |
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Rick Ross Live OUTDOOR Concert at Basecamp BaseCamp Pub (8/01-8/01) |
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Bach Iben Organ Marathon Westminster Presbyterian Church (5/31-5/31) |
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