BWW Review: Timeline Theatre Company's RELENTLESS at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - April 12, 2022
Although the play takes place in 1919, Tyla Abercrumbie’s RELENTLESS probes prescient themes of family secrets, inherited trauma, and the enduring legacy of racism for two affluent Black sisters living in the northern part of the United States. Director Ron OJ Parson remounts TimeLine Theatre Company’s production at the Goodman’s Owen Theatre after a sold-out initial run.
by Rachel Weinberg - April 12, 2022
Although the play takes place in 1919, Tyla Abercrumbie’s RELENTLESS probes prescient themes of family secrets, inherited trauma, and the enduring legacy of racism for two affluent Black sisters living in the northern part of the United States. Director Ron OJ Parson remounts TimeLine Theatre Company’s production at the Goodman’s Owen Theatre after a sold-out initial run.
Chicago Shakespeare Theater Celebrates Shakespeare's 458th Birthday On April 23
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
As literary events converge with National Poetry Month in April and World Book Day and William Shakespeare's Birthday on April 23, Chicago Shakespeare Theater is celebrating with productions and programs onstage, online, and in classrooms across the country.
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
As literary events converge with National Poetry Month in April and World Book Day and William Shakespeare's Birthday on April 23, Chicago Shakespeare Theater is celebrating with productions and programs onstage, online, and in classrooms across the country.
Northeastern Illinois University And Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater Will Host The Cardinal Bartolucci Foundation Choir
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
Northeastern Illinois University and Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater will host the Cardinal Bartolucci Foundation Choir from Rome at Northeastern Illinois University's Auditorium, 3701 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., at 11:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 22.
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
Northeastern Illinois University and Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater will host the Cardinal Bartolucci Foundation Choir from Rome at Northeastern Illinois University's Auditorium, 3701 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., at 11:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 22.
Remy Bumppo Announces Casting And Design Team For The Year Of Magical Thinking
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2022
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company has announced the casting and design team for the final show in its 2022 Season, THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING by Joan Didion and directed by Gabrielle Randle-Bent. The show will run from April 27 through June 5, 2022 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Avenue in Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2022
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company has announced the casting and design team for the final show in its 2022 Season, THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING by Joan Didion and directed by Gabrielle Randle-Bent. The show will run from April 27 through June 5, 2022 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Avenue in Chicago.
TimeLine Theatre Company's RELENTLESS Extended at the Goodman
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2022
As the TimeLine Theatre Company production of Relentless by Tyla Abercrumbie, directed by Ron OJ Parson opens tonight at the Goodman, strong demand for tickets have spurred a six-performance extension.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2022
As the TimeLine Theatre Company production of Relentless by Tyla Abercrumbie, directed by Ron OJ Parson opens tonight at the Goodman, strong demand for tickets have spurred a six-performance extension.
The Aznavoorian Duo Releases Debut Album, "Gems From Armenia"
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2022
Today, celebrated Armenian American sisters Ani (cello) and Marta (piano) Aznavoorian release their debut duo album, Gems from Armenia, on Cedille Records. The Chicago-based Aznavoorian Duo celebrates the sounds of their ancestral homeland through a panoramic survey of Armenian classical music, including works by composers Komitas Vartabed, Aram Khachaturian, Arno Babajanian, and Avet Terterian; contemporary Armenian composers Serouj Kradjian, Alexander Arutiunian, and Vache Sharafyan; and the world premiere recording of a new piece by Peter Boyer. The duo will perform a recital featuring works from the album on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at 3:00pm at Nichols Hall at the Music Institute of Chicago in Evanston.
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2022
Today, celebrated Armenian American sisters Ani (cello) and Marta (piano) Aznavoorian release their debut duo album, Gems from Armenia, on Cedille Records. The Chicago-based Aznavoorian Duo celebrates the sounds of their ancestral homeland through a panoramic survey of Armenian classical music, including works by composers Komitas Vartabed, Aram Khachaturian, Arno Babajanian, and Avet Terterian; contemporary Armenian composers Serouj Kradjian, Alexander Arutiunian, and Vache Sharafyan; and the world premiere recording of a new piece by Peter Boyer. The duo will perform a recital featuring works from the album on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at 3:00pm at Nichols Hall at the Music Institute of Chicago in Evanston.
BWW Review: IN EVERY GENERATION at Victory Gardens Theater
by Rachel Weinberg - April 10, 2022
IN EVERY GENERATION explores the duality of the cyclical nature of humanity - specifically, in this play, the Jewish experience. As playwright Ali Viterbi's text reveals, sometimes cycles can be sources of comfort and tradition - as is the case with the Levi-Katz's family annual Passover Seder and many other Jewish holidays. In this case, the cycle of ritual is a powerful moment of family gathering and remembrance. But in other ways, the cycles that humans perpetuate can be damaging - for grandparents Paola and Davide, the trauma from their experiences as Holocaust survivors lives on many years later as the family gathers for Passover 2019 in the play's first scene. The play asks if not just the Jewish people, but American society on the whole will uphold the phrase 'Never Again' - are we now truly moving towards a world in which hatred - and specifically anti-Semitism - might someday be eliminated? Or are we doomed to repeat this cycle of trauma and xenophobia because human memory is simultaneously long and short?
by Rachel Weinberg - April 10, 2022
IN EVERY GENERATION explores the duality of the cyclical nature of humanity - specifically, in this play, the Jewish experience. As playwright Ali Viterbi's text reveals, sometimes cycles can be sources of comfort and tradition - as is the case with the Levi-Katz's family annual Passover Seder and many other Jewish holidays. In this case, the cycle of ritual is a powerful moment of family gathering and remembrance. But in other ways, the cycles that humans perpetuate can be damaging - for grandparents Paola and Davide, the trauma from their experiences as Holocaust survivors lives on many years later as the family gathers for Passover 2019 in the play's first scene. The play asks if not just the Jewish people, but American society on the whole will uphold the phrase 'Never Again' - are we now truly moving towards a world in which hatred - and specifically anti-Semitism - might someday be eliminated? Or are we doomed to repeat this cycle of trauma and xenophobia because human memory is simultaneously long and short?
THE PRINCESS STRIKES BACK to Play at The Chicago Circus And Performing Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2022
Writer/Performer Victoria Montalbano presents her solo show, The Princess Strikes Back: One Woman's Search for the Space Cowboy of her Dreams for two performances at The Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival. The show will run at The Den Theatre, 1331 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, April 21 at 7:30 PM and April 22 at 5:30 PM. In 1997, 13-year-old Victoria Montalbano was introduced to her perfect man, Han Solo, and she's been looking for him ever since. Watch her grow from awkward theatre kid to professional out of work actress while swiping her way through a galaxy far, far away!
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2022
Writer/Performer Victoria Montalbano presents her solo show, The Princess Strikes Back: One Woman's Search for the Space Cowboy of her Dreams for two performances at The Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival. The show will run at The Den Theatre, 1331 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, April 21 at 7:30 PM and April 22 at 5:30 PM. In 1997, 13-year-old Victoria Montalbano was introduced to her perfect man, Han Solo, and she's been looking for him ever since. Watch her grow from awkward theatre kid to professional out of work actress while swiping her way through a galaxy far, far away!
All Things Comedy to Present Joe Bartnick's Special Taping with Host Bill Burr
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
Be part of the studio audience as All Things Comedy proudly presents comedian “Joe Bartnick’s Special Taping” hosted by Bill Burr on Monday, April 25 at 7 pm & 9 pm on The Den Theatre’s Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood. Tickets ($20 general admission) are currently available at thedentheatre.com or by calling (773) 697-3830. Doors open 30 minutes prior to curtain.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
Be part of the studio audience as All Things Comedy proudly presents comedian “Joe Bartnick’s Special Taping” hosted by Bill Burr on Monday, April 25 at 7 pm & 9 pm on The Den Theatre’s Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood. Tickets ($20 general admission) are currently available at thedentheatre.com or by calling (773) 697-3830. Doors open 30 minutes prior to curtain.
Writers Theatre to Produce ATHENA by Gracie Gardner
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
Writers Theatre, under the leadership of Executive Director Kathryn M. Lipuma and Interim Artistic Director Bobby Kennedy, continues its 2021/22 Season with Athena, by Gracie Gardner, directed by Jessica Fisch in the Gillian Theatre at 325 Tudor Court, Glencoe.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
Writers Theatre, under the leadership of Executive Director Kathryn M. Lipuma and Interim Artistic Director Bobby Kennedy, continues its 2021/22 Season with Athena, by Gracie Gardner, directed by Jessica Fisch in the Gillian Theatre at 325 Tudor Court, Glencoe.
University of Illisnois Springfield Performing Arts Center Creates OUR STAGE / OUR VOICES Program
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
The UIS Performing Arts Center is announcing the creation of Our Stage / Our Voices, a new on-going program to address the many barriers to full participation faced by members of historically underrepresented groups within the regional performing arts community. These groups include, but are not limited to, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC); people identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ); people who face economic disadvantages, and persons with disabilities (both visible and invisible). Barriers include lack of representation, stereotyping, inequity of opportunities to participate or lead, and cost.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
The UIS Performing Arts Center is announcing the creation of Our Stage / Our Voices, a new on-going program to address the many barriers to full participation faced by members of historically underrepresented groups within the regional performing arts community. These groups include, but are not limited to, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC); people identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ); people who face economic disadvantages, and persons with disabilities (both visible and invisible). Barriers include lack of representation, stereotyping, inequity of opportunities to participate or lead, and cost.
BWW Review: THE KING AND I at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - April 09, 2022
This production is simply exquisite!The current production at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace, IL is Rodgers and Hammerstein's timeless story of the puzzled King of Siam and the British schoolteacher who educates more than just his children. Of course, it's The King and I. Read our critic's review!
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - April 09, 2022
This production is simply exquisite!The current production at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace, IL is Rodgers and Hammerstein's timeless story of the puzzled King of Siam and the British schoolteacher who educates more than just his children. Of course, it's The King and I. Read our critic's review!
See Chicago Dance Announces Chicago Dance Month Events For June 2022
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
See Chicago Dance, the dance industry's nonprofit service organization, is proud to announce that this June will see the return of its popular annual offering, Chicago Dance Month.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
See Chicago Dance, the dance industry's nonprofit service organization, is proud to announce that this June will see the return of its popular annual offering, Chicago Dance Month.
Photos: Porchlight Music Theatre Presents NEW FACES SING BROADWAY 1947
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Porchlight Music Theatre’s first New Faces Sing Broadway concert of 2022, New Faces Sing Broadway 1947 with host Robin DaSilva, directed by Adrian Abel Azevedo, music directed by Linda Madonia and featuring ten new up and coming talents performing songs from the 1947 Broadway season begins streaming Friday, April 8.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Porchlight Music Theatre’s first New Faces Sing Broadway concert of 2022, New Faces Sing Broadway 1947 with host Robin DaSilva, directed by Adrian Abel Azevedo, music directed by Linda Madonia and featuring ten new up and coming talents performing songs from the 1947 Broadway season begins streaming Friday, April 8.
All Things Comedy Presents Comedian Todd Barry at The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Be part of the studio audience as All Things Comedy presents comedian “Todd Barry's Special Taping” on Sunday, April 24 at 7 pm & 9 pm on The Den Theatre's Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Be part of the studio audience as All Things Comedy presents comedian “Todd Barry's Special Taping” on Sunday, April 24 at 7 pm & 9 pm on The Den Theatre's Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood.
GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR, MOULIN ROUGE, SIX, KING JAMES & More Lead Chicago's April Theater Top 10
by BWW Staff - April 08, 2022
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Coming up in April, we've got a ton of major Broadway hits, starry new works starring Sean Hayes, great shows for children, and more!
by BWW Staff - April 08, 2022
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Coming up in April, we've got a ton of major Broadway hits, starry new works starring Sean Hayes, great shows for children, and more!
Shattered Globe Theatre and Chicago Dramatists to Host REMEMBERING JOEL DRAKE JOHNSON
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Shattered Globe Theatre and Chicago Dramatists will celebrate the life and legacy of longtime Chicago playwright Joel Drake Johnson at a public memorial on Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 4 pm – 6 pm at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Johnson died of cancer in January 2020 at the age of 70. Mandatory reservations can be made by visiting bit.ly/rememberingjoel
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Shattered Globe Theatre and Chicago Dramatists will celebrate the life and legacy of longtime Chicago playwright Joel Drake Johnson at a public memorial on Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 4 pm – 6 pm at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Johnson died of cancer in January 2020 at the age of 70. Mandatory reservations can be made by visiting bit.ly/rememberingjoel
About Face Theatre to Stage THE MAGNOLIA BALLET
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
About Face Theatre continues its 27th season with the Chicago premiere of Terry Guest’s haunting new drama THE MAGNOLIA BALLET, running May 12 through June 11, 2022, at the Den Theatre. Following the story of a young Black man in Georgia who finds a shocking discovery among his grandfather's letters, THE MAGNOLIA BALLET explores the need to tear down the rules that are killing us in order to finally live. Associate Artistic Director Mikael Burke premiered this new work in March 2022 at Phoenix Theatre in Indianapolis and now brings the play to Chicago with playwright Terry Guest in the lead role.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
About Face Theatre continues its 27th season with the Chicago premiere of Terry Guest’s haunting new drama THE MAGNOLIA BALLET, running May 12 through June 11, 2022, at the Den Theatre. Following the story of a young Black man in Georgia who finds a shocking discovery among his grandfather's letters, THE MAGNOLIA BALLET explores the need to tear down the rules that are killing us in order to finally live. Associate Artistic Director Mikael Burke premiered this new work in March 2022 at Phoenix Theatre in Indianapolis and now brings the play to Chicago with playwright Terry Guest in the lead role.
Invictus Theatre Company Announces Full Casting for WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Invictus Theatre Founding Artistic Director Charles Askenaizer today announced full casting for the company’s season closing production of Edward Albee’s WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?. In this four-character drama that is often as wickedly funny as it is heartbreaking, two married couples battle with their spouses and each other over an alcohol-fueled night in a small, overstuffed living room. The tension the characters feel in these close quarters will be conveyed to the audience in Askenaizer’s storefront production in the 40-seat Reginald Vaughn Theatre at 1106 W. Thorndale, Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Invictus Theatre Founding Artistic Director Charles Askenaizer today announced full casting for the company’s season closing production of Edward Albee’s WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?. In this four-character drama that is often as wickedly funny as it is heartbreaking, two married couples battle with their spouses and each other over an alcohol-fueled night in a small, overstuffed living room. The tension the characters feel in these close quarters will be conveyed to the audience in Askenaizer’s storefront production in the 40-seat Reginald Vaughn Theatre at 1106 W. Thorndale, Chicago.
Dragonfly Theatre Company to Present TAKE FLIGHT New Plays Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Dragonfly Theatre Company announces the “Take Flight” New Plays Festival featuring three scripts by playwrights from around the country. Each script will receive one staged reading at Madison Street Theatre, 1010 Madison St., Oak Park, IL. The festival is Dragonfly’s first in-person event, wrapping up their first season.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Dragonfly Theatre Company announces the “Take Flight” New Plays Festival featuring three scripts by playwrights from around the country. Each script will receive one staged reading at Madison Street Theatre, 1010 Madison St., Oak Park, IL. The festival is Dragonfly’s first in-person event, wrapping up their first season.
Saint Sebastian Players to Present World Premiere of THE SHADY LADY
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
The Saint Sebastian Players (SSP) conclude the company’s 40th anniversary season with the world premiere of the corporate satire The Shady Lady by Kara Poe Atnip and SSP company member Lisa Dellagiarino Feriend. Performances take place May 5–22, 2022 in the lower level of St. Bonaventure, 1625 W. Diversey, Chicago (enter on Marshfield).
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
The Saint Sebastian Players (SSP) conclude the company’s 40th anniversary season with the world premiere of the corporate satire The Shady Lady by Kara Poe Atnip and SSP company member Lisa Dellagiarino Feriend. Performances take place May 5–22, 2022 in the lower level of St. Bonaventure, 1625 W. Diversey, Chicago (enter on Marshfield).
M.A.D.D. Rhythms and Chicago Tap Theatre to Hold Weekend of Classes and Performances
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier Tap collective, and Chicago Tap Theatre,Chicago’s vibrant dance company preserving and celebrating Tap, as Chicago Tap All-Stars, a production collaboration to bring unity and connection across the entire Tap community, present events, a performance and a V.I.P. screening of “Bojangles” celebrating National Tap Dance Day and the Year of Chicago Dance, May 21 - 25. Tickets for events vary from free to $120 for a multi-event participation. Information, registration and tickets may be found at https://bit.ly/chicagotapallstars.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier Tap collective, and Chicago Tap Theatre,Chicago’s vibrant dance company preserving and celebrating Tap, as Chicago Tap All-Stars, a production collaboration to bring unity and connection across the entire Tap community, present events, a performance and a V.I.P. screening of “Bojangles” celebrating National Tap Dance Day and the Year of Chicago Dance, May 21 - 25. Tickets for events vary from free to $120 for a multi-event participation. Information, registration and tickets may be found at https://bit.ly/chicagotapallstars.
Mandala Arts Returns To Naper Settlement for ARTS & MEET, April 30
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
After the success of its Diwali-themed performance The Story of Ram in fall 2021, Mandala returns to the Naper Settlement to share news about its performance and education activities during the coming months. Guests will sip tea, watch performances, and converse with Mandala's creative team.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
After the success of its Diwali-themed performance The Story of Ram in fall 2021, Mandala returns to the Naper Settlement to share news about its performance and education activities during the coming months. Guests will sip tea, watch performances, and converse with Mandala's creative team.
Photos: On The Spot Theatre Presents ONE STEP AT A TIME Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
On The Spot Theatre Company returns to the stage with a Spring Fest of comedy, drama and dance, sure to engage and entertain!
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
On The Spot Theatre Company returns to the stage with a Spring Fest of comedy, drama and dance, sure to engage and entertain!
Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater Returns To The North Shore Center With FLAMENCO PASSION, June 17-19
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater, in residence at Northeastern Illinois University, brings their popular “Flamenco Passion” performances to the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd., 7:30 p.m., Friday, June 17 and Saturday, June 18, and 3 p.m. Sunday, June 19.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater, in residence at Northeastern Illinois University, brings their popular “Flamenco Passion” performances to the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd., 7:30 p.m., Friday, June 17 and Saturday, June 18, and 3 p.m. Sunday, June 19.
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