EUREKA DAY Takes the Stage at TimeLine Theatre:
by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2026
TimeLine Theatre's EUREKA DAY is captivating audiences with its timely exploration of societal issues. The play, now showing, delves into the complexities of community and dialogue.
by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2026
TimeLine Theatre's EUREKA DAY is captivating audiences with its timely exploration of societal issues. The play, now showing, delves into the complexities of community and dialogue.
Black Arts & Culture Alliance Of Chicago To Host Town Hall On Supporting Black Arts Organizations
by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2026
The Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago will host a pivotal forum discussing the future and potential strategies for Chicago's Black arts organizations. Set for January 2026, this event aims to foster collaboration and growth within the community.
by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2026
The Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago will host a pivotal forum discussing the future and potential strategies for Chicago's Black arts organizations. Set for January 2026, this event aims to foster collaboration and growth within the community.
AYCO to Offer Band & Orchestra Clinics in Chicago for Student Musicians
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 13, 2026
The American Youth Chamber Orchestra will present specialized Band & Orchestra Clinics in Chicago, aimed at enhancing skills for school bands, youth orchestras, and touring groups.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 13, 2026
The American Youth Chamber Orchestra will present specialized Band & Orchestra Clinics in Chicago, aimed at enhancing skills for school bands, youth orchestras, and touring groups.
Raue Center For The Arts Calls for Artists for 8th Annual 6x6 PROJECT Art Auction & Fundraiser
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
Raue Center For The Arts has announced a Call for Artists for the 8th Annual 6x6 PROJECT Art Auction & Fundraiser. Artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to participate.
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
Raue Center For The Arts has announced a Call for Artists for the 8th Annual 6x6 PROJECT Art Auction & Fundraiser. Artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to participate.
LES MISERABLES Comes to Peoria in February
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
The American Theatre Guild will welcome Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES.
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
The American Theatre Guild will welcome Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES.
COME BACK, LITTLE SHEBA Comes to American Blues Theater
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
American Blues Theater will continue its 40th anniversary season with the reimagined classic Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge and directed by Associate Artistic Director Elyse Dolan.
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
American Blues Theater will continue its 40th anniversary season with the reimagined classic Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge and directed by Associate Artistic Director Elyse Dolan.
Photos: THE DANCE OF DEATH In Rehearsal at Steppenwolf Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2026
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 50th Anniversary Season with August Strindberg’s master class in marital warfare The Dance of Death, adapted by Conor McPherson. See rehearsal photos here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2026
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 50th Anniversary Season with August Strindberg’s master class in marital warfare The Dance of Death, adapted by Conor McPherson. See rehearsal photos here.
Cast and Creative Team Set for CONFEDERATES at Redtwist Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2026
Redtwist Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for Confederates by Dominique Morisseau and directed by Aaron Reese Boseman, at Redtwist Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2026
Redtwist Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for Confederates by Dominique Morisseau and directed by Aaron Reese Boseman, at Redtwist Theatre.
Crafting Character: The Costumes of Paul Tazewell Exhibit Comes to Chicago
by Stephi Wild - January 12, 2026
Crafting Character: The Costumes of Paul Tazewell is coming to Chicago's Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, located at 5700 South DuSable Lake Shore Drive this month. The exhibition opens on January 19, 2026.
by Stephi Wild - January 12, 2026
Crafting Character: The Costumes of Paul Tazewell is coming to Chicago's Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, located at 5700 South DuSable Lake Shore Drive this month. The exhibition opens on January 19, 2026.
Review: YESTON & KOPIT'S PHANTOM IN CONCERT at BrightSide Theatre
by Tina St. Angelo - January 11, 2026
What did our critic think of YESTON & KOPIT'S PHANTOM IN CONCERT at BrightSide Theatre?
by Tina St. Angelo - January 11, 2026
What did our critic think of YESTON & KOPIT'S PHANTOM IN CONCERT at BrightSide Theatre?
Dance Chicago’s DANCES FROM THE HEART Returns To The Athenaeum Center In January 2026
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2026
Dance Chicago is set to showcase DANCES FROM THE HEART, a celebration of love through dance, on January 24 at the Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture.
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2026
Dance Chicago is set to showcase DANCES FROM THE HEART, a celebration of love through dance, on January 24 at the Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture.
Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre Continues INSIDE/OUT Series And Unveils Columbia College Chicago Residency
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2026
Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre will continue its Inside/Out performance series in early 2026 and will serve as company-in-residence at Columbia College Chicago’s Dance Center for its Spring Concert Series.
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2026
Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre will continue its Inside/Out performance series in early 2026 and will serve as company-in-residence at Columbia College Chicago’s Dance Center for its Spring Concert Series.
Photos: Roald Dahl’s THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE at the Studebaker Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2026
The Roald Dahl Story Company is presenting Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile. Following the all-ages, smash-hit productions in the UK, Minneapolis and Los Angeles, the production runs at the historic Studebaker Theater. See photos!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2026
The Roald Dahl Story Company is presenting Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile. Following the all-ages, smash-hit productions in the UK, Minneapolis and Los Angeles, the production runs at the historic Studebaker Theater. See photos!
Concerts Celebrating Neil Diamond And Garth Brooks Are Coming To Drury Lane Stage In 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2026
Drury Lane Theatre is partnering with Artists Lounge Live to bring to the stage two incredible concert series in 2026. Kicking off the series is Hello Again: Eric Gutman Sings Neil Diamond.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2026
Drury Lane Theatre is partnering with Artists Lounge Live to bring to the stage two incredible concert series in 2026. Kicking off the series is Hello Again: Eric Gutman Sings Neil Diamond.
Cast Set for MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2026
Ma Rainey and her band return to The Goodman this spring in a major revival—and a reunion of two Chicago theater legends. Goodman Family Resident Director Chuck Smith directs August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom with Associate/Music Director Harry J. Lennix.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2026
Ma Rainey and her band return to The Goodman this spring in a major revival—and a reunion of two Chicago theater legends. Goodman Family Resident Director Chuck Smith directs August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom with Associate/Music Director Harry J. Lennix.
Lyric Opera Circle to Present Annual Lyric Opera Ball Spring 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2026
The 2026 Lyric Opera Ball: A Modern Masquerade will take place at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown in spring 2026. The event raises money to enhance the visibility and support of Lyric Opera of Kansas City and its mission.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2026
The 2026 Lyric Opera Ball: A Modern Masquerade will take place at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown in spring 2026. The event raises money to enhance the visibility and support of Lyric Opera of Kansas City and its mission.
Broadway's Sean Doherty Joins Elgin Symphony Orchestra Ensemble for Valentine’s Dinner Event
by A.A. Cristi - January 08, 2026
Sean Doherty will perform with an ensemble from the Elgin Symphony Orchestra at a Valentine’s-themed dinner event in Wayne, Illinois. The evening will combine live music with a prix fixe dinner at Dunham Woods Riding Club.
by A.A. Cristi - January 08, 2026
Sean Doherty will perform with an ensemble from the Elgin Symphony Orchestra at a Valentine’s-themed dinner event in Wayne, Illinois. The evening will combine live music with a prix fixe dinner at Dunham Woods Riding Club.
Saint Sebastian Players to Continue 44th Season With Classic Comedy HARVEY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2026
The Saint Sebastian Players will continue their 44th 'supernatural' season with the classic, Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Harvey by Mary Chase. Directing Harvey is Lisa M. Ramos.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2026
The Saint Sebastian Players will continue their 44th 'supernatural' season with the classic, Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Harvey by Mary Chase. Directing Harvey is Lisa M. Ramos.
Kayla Boye's SHAKE IT AWAY: THE ANN MILLER STORY is Coming to Porchlight Music Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2026
Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre will present Shake It Away: The Ann Miller Story, written by and starring Kayla Boye, directed by Porchlight Artistic Director Michael Weber, choreographed by Tammy Mader and music directed by Linda Madonia.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2026
Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre will present Shake It Away: The Ann Miller Story, written by and starring Kayla Boye, directed by Porchlight Artistic Director Michael Weber, choreographed by Tammy Mader and music directed by Linda Madonia.
The Second City Expands Fellowship Programs to Support Underrepresented Voices in Comedy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2026
The Second City has expanded 2026 Fellowship Programming slate, a yearlong commitment to developing, celebrating, and amplifying diverse comedic talent.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2026
The Second City has expanded 2026 Fellowship Programming slate, a yearlong commitment to developing, celebrating, and amplifying diverse comedic talent.
Photos: Wesley Taylor, Molly Griggs and More in Rehearsals for HOLIDAY at Goodman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2026
Get a glimpse inside rehearsals of Holiday—a brand-new work by Richard Greenberg, the late Tony Award winner and Pulitzer Prize finalist playwright at Goodman Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2026
Get a glimpse inside rehearsals of Holiday—a brand-new work by Richard Greenberg, the late Tony Award winner and Pulitzer Prize finalist playwright at Goodman Theatre.
American Music Institute Marks 20 Years With Music Lessons, Masterclasses and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2026
As the new year begins, the American Music Institute is marking 20 years of music excellence, inviting students, families, educators, and music lovers to set inspiring musical goals for 2026.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2026
As the new year begins, the American Music Institute is marking 20 years of music excellence, inviting students, families, educators, and music lovers to set inspiring musical goals for 2026.
TOM SAWYER To Open At Overshadowed Theatrical Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2026
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions will present The Adventures of Tom Saywer. This musical adaptation follows mischievous Tom Sawyer who unexpectedly stumbles into a mystery with hidden treasure, new friends, and a deadly foe.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2026
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions will present The Adventures of Tom Saywer. This musical adaptation follows mischievous Tom Sawyer who unexpectedly stumbles into a mystery with hidden treasure, new friends, and a deadly foe.
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble Opens 2026 With Paul Slade Smith's UNNECESSARY FARCE
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2026
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble will present Paul Slade Smith's “Unnecessary Farce” directed by BTE Ensemble Member Kurt Naebig, Thursday, Jan. 29 – Sunday, March 1. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2026
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble will present Paul Slade Smith's “Unnecessary Farce” directed by BTE Ensemble Member Kurt Naebig, Thursday, Jan. 29 – Sunday, March 1. Learn more here!
POT GIRLS Comes to The Story Theatre in February
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2026
The Story Theatre will close its Season V with the world premiere production of Pot Girls by Governing Ensemble member Paul Michael Thomson and directed by Governing Ensemble member Ayanna Bria Bakari.
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2026
The Story Theatre will close its Season V with the world premiere production of Pot Girls by Governing Ensemble member Paul Michael Thomson and directed by Governing Ensemble member Ayanna Bria Bakari.
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