Chicago Theatre Week to Honor Black History Month
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2022
Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW22), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets, returns for its 10th year and will take place February 17-27, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2022
Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW22), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets, returns for its 10th year and will take place February 17-27, 2022.
BWW Review: WOMEN OF SOUL at Mercury Theater Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - February 04, 2022
WOMEN OF SOUL delivers the kind of high-energy tribute that makes up the best kind of revue, and the songs are irresistible.
by Rachel Weinberg - February 04, 2022
WOMEN OF SOUL delivers the kind of high-energy tribute that makes up the best kind of revue, and the songs are irresistible.
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble Will Perform SPAY Next Month
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2022
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble (RTE), Chicago’s only Equity theatre dedicated to producing new work with women at the core, presents the world premiere of SPAY by Madison Fiedler, directed by RTE member Hallie Gordon. SPAY runs March 12 - April 17, 2022 at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, 5779 N. Ridge Avenue in Chicago. The press opening is Wednesday, March 23 at 7:00pm
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2022
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble (RTE), Chicago’s only Equity theatre dedicated to producing new work with women at the core, presents the world premiere of SPAY by Madison Fiedler, directed by RTE member Hallie Gordon. SPAY runs March 12 - April 17, 2022 at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, 5779 N. Ridge Avenue in Chicago. The press opening is Wednesday, March 23 at 7:00pm
Reflections - A Kathak Dance Show Comes to Metropolis in March
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2022
REFLECTIONS – A Kathak Dance Show celebrates the ancient story-telling Indian Classical dance form at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre March 20, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2022
REFLECTIONS – A Kathak Dance Show celebrates the ancient story-telling Indian Classical dance form at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre March 20, 2022.
Last Nerve Productions Premieres Hilarious Farce CREATING ARTHUR
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2022
After nearly two years with multiple delays caused by Covid-19, Last Nerve Live launches its first production, Creating ARThur, by Emmy Award-winning writer Bill Ball.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2022
After nearly two years with multiple delays caused by Covid-19, Last Nerve Live launches its first production, Creating ARThur, by Emmy Award-winning writer Bill Ball.
High Concept Labs Announces 2022 Artists
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
High Concept Labs announces 2022 Resident Artists: Corey Smith, Juliann Wang, Maggie Bridger, Meredith Haines, and Shalaka Kulkarni. These multidisciplinary artmakers exemplify HCL's commitment to deepening the creative process and practice through artistic and cultural collaboration.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
High Concept Labs announces 2022 Resident Artists: Corey Smith, Juliann Wang, Maggie Bridger, Meredith Haines, and Shalaka Kulkarni. These multidisciplinary artmakers exemplify HCL's commitment to deepening the creative process and practice through artistic and cultural collaboration.
The Impostors Theatre Co. HERTHA NOVA Opens In One Week
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
The Impostors Theatre Company continues their third season with the Chicago premiere of Hertha Nova, by ITC Executive Director Rachel Borgo and directed by ITC Artistic Director Stefan Roseen. Hertha Nova runs February 11 – 26, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
The Impostors Theatre Company continues their third season with the Chicago premiere of Hertha Nova, by ITC Executive Director Rachel Borgo and directed by ITC Artistic Director Stefan Roseen. Hertha Nova runs February 11 – 26, 2022.
Kelcey Anyá Named Managing Director Of Artemisia Theatre, Chicago's Home For Feminist Work
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
Artemisia Theater announced today the appointment of Kelcey Anyá as the company's first managing director, marking a key moment of growth and renewed commitment to elevating women's voices.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
Artemisia Theater announced today the appointment of Kelcey Anyá as the company's first managing director, marking a key moment of growth and renewed commitment to elevating women's voices.
Therme Supports Serpentine Pavilion For 4th Consecutive Year
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
Following the release of design plans for the 2022 Serpentine Pavilion by artist Theaster Gates, Therme Group announced today that it will be supporting the realization of the Pavilion, sponsored by Goldman Sacks. Marking the fourth consecutive year of partnership between Serpentine and Therme, the collaboration reflects the partners' shared commitment to exploring how art, architecture and design can encourage mental and physical wellbeing in innovative ways, such as their co-curated Wellbeing Culture Forum Talks program, launched in 2020.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
Following the release of design plans for the 2022 Serpentine Pavilion by artist Theaster Gates, Therme Group announced today that it will be supporting the realization of the Pavilion, sponsored by Goldman Sacks. Marking the fourth consecutive year of partnership between Serpentine and Therme, the collaboration reflects the partners' shared commitment to exploring how art, architecture and design can encourage mental and physical wellbeing in innovative ways, such as their co-curated Wellbeing Culture Forum Talks program, launched in 2020.
Factory Theaater to Remount LAST NIGHT IN KARAOKE TOWN
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., has announced the LIVE return of its hit production, Last Night in Karaoke Town, March 25-April 30.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., has announced the LIVE return of its hit production, Last Night in Karaoke Town, March 25-April 30.
Sigman Brothers' to Re-Release RIP VAN WINKLE This February
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
The Sigman Brothers is re-releasing the recently-adjudged Best Musical of the 2021 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards, Rip van Winkle, An Original Musical.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
The Sigman Brothers is re-releasing the recently-adjudged Best Musical of the 2021 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards, Rip van Winkle, An Original Musical.
The Den Theatre Announces Comedian Beth Stelling On The Heath Mainstage
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
The Den Theatre will welcome back Chicago-bred comedian Beth Stelling on Saturday, March 19 at 8 pm on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
The Den Theatre will welcome back Chicago-bred comedian Beth Stelling on Saturday, March 19 at 8 pm on The Heath Mainstage.
THE CHEVALIER Brings Life & Music Of 18th Century Black Composer To The Stage February 18-20
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
In partnership with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts and Concert Theater Works, Music of the Baroque presents the Midwest premiere of “The Chevalier,” a new concert theater work written and directed by Bill Barclay.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
In partnership with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts and Concert Theater Works, Music of the Baroque presents the Midwest premiere of “The Chevalier,” a new concert theater work written and directed by Bill Barclay.
Metropolis School Of The Performing Arts Cabaret Presents IT'S TIME TO DANCE
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
SOPA Cabaret returns to Metropolis School of the Performing arts with It's Time to Dance: A Celebration! March 13, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
SOPA Cabaret returns to Metropolis School of the Performing arts with It's Time to Dance: A Celebration! March 13, 2022.
Steep Theatre Plans to Establish New Theatre Venue in Edgewater
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
Steep Theatre has announced its plans to purchase the former Christian Science Reading Room at the northwest corner of Berwyn and Kenmore in the Edgewater neighborhood of Chicago to serve as the ensemble's new home and performance space.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
Steep Theatre has announced its plans to purchase the former Christian Science Reading Room at the northwest corner of Berwyn and Kenmore in the Edgewater neighborhood of Chicago to serve as the ensemble's new home and performance space.
Downstage Arts Will Launch A One-of A Kind Performing Arts Trade School
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
This fall, Downstage Arts will launch a one-of-a-kind performing arts training program at The Miracle Center in the heart of The Belmont Cragin community. Designed to bring the performing arts back to how they were meant to be taught-not from textbooks, but with more direct, personal experiences.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
This fall, Downstage Arts will launch a one-of-a-kind performing arts training program at The Miracle Center in the heart of The Belmont Cragin community. Designed to bring the performing arts back to how they were meant to be taught-not from textbooks, but with more direct, personal experiences.
Otherworld Theatre Presents PORTAL-PROV! Improv Show
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
Otherworld Theatre, North America's premier fantasy and genre live theatre production company, presents PORTAL-PROV!, a sci-fi themed improv show opening on March 13 and running every Sunday at 7:00 p.m. at the storefront theatre's venue at 3914 N. Clark St.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
Otherworld Theatre, North America's premier fantasy and genre live theatre production company, presents PORTAL-PROV!, a sci-fi themed improv show opening on March 13 and running every Sunday at 7:00 p.m. at the storefront theatre's venue at 3914 N. Clark St.
HIDDEN GEMS: A CELEBRATION OF AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTISTS & ART Comes to the Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
In celebration of Black History Month, Goodman Theatre presents its first-ever on-site art expo—Hidden Gems: A Celebration of African American Artists & Art—in conjunction with the major revival of Gem of the Ocean by August Wilson, directed by Chuck Smith.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
In celebration of Black History Month, Goodman Theatre presents its first-ever on-site art expo—Hidden Gems: A Celebration of African American Artists & Art—in conjunction with the major revival of Gem of the Ocean by August Wilson, directed by Chuck Smith.
Raue Center Launches Photography Fellowship With Photographer Todd Heintz
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
Todd Heintz, of Todd Heintz Photography, joins the Raue Center team for the inaugural Photography Fellowship program.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
Todd Heintz, of Todd Heintz Photography, joins the Raue Center team for the inaugural Photography Fellowship program.
Music Theater Works Announces Cast & Creative Team For LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2022
Music Theater Works is proud to announce the cast for its spring production of the Tony-Award winning La Cage Aux Folles, music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, book by Harvey Fierstein, directed by Producing Artistic Director Kyle Dougan and music directed by Kyra Leigh with choreography by Christopher Chase Carter.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2022
Music Theater Works is proud to announce the cast for its spring production of the Tony-Award winning La Cage Aux Folles, music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, book by Harvey Fierstein, directed by Producing Artistic Director Kyle Dougan and music directed by Kyra Leigh with choreography by Christopher Chase Carter.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Return to the Auditorium Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2022
The Auditorium Theatre (50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive) will present the return of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, America’s beloved cultural ambassador to the world, for six performances only, March 2-6, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2022
The Auditorium Theatre (50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive) will present the return of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, America’s beloved cultural ambassador to the world, for six performances only, March 2-6, 2022.
Lyric Opera of Chicago Announces 2022/23 Season Featuring Two World Premieres
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2022
Lyric Opera of Chicago today announced the company’s 2022/23 Season, featuring productions of classic operas, a continuing long-term focus on developing and presenting new work, plus the return of Lyric’s annual spring musical.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2022
Lyric Opera of Chicago today announced the company’s 2022/23 Season, featuring productions of classic operas, a continuing long-term focus on developing and presenting new work, plus the return of Lyric’s annual spring musical.
The Gift Theatre Announces VALENTINE'S DAY GiftLIT.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2022
The Gift Theatre will present Valentine's Day giftLIT., an evening of live literature featuring a line-up of The Gift's favorite writers and musicians, hosted by the company's new Co-Artistic Directors Brittany Burch, Emjoy Gavino and Jennifer Glasse.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2022
The Gift Theatre will present Valentine's Day giftLIT., an evening of live literature featuring a line-up of The Gift's favorite writers and musicians, hosted by the company's new Co-Artistic Directors Brittany Burch, Emjoy Gavino and Jennifer Glasse.
The Den Theatre Announces Comedian Olan Rogers On The Heath Mainstage
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2022
The Den Theatre has announced comedian Olan Rogers (Final Space) will perform an evening of stand-up on Friday, March 25 2022 at 7 pm on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2022
The Den Theatre has announced comedian Olan Rogers (Final Space) will perform an evening of stand-up on Friday, March 25 2022 at 7 pm on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood.
AstonRep Theatret to Present 13th Annual WRITER'S SERIES
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2022
AstonRep Theatre Company will present its 13th annual Writer's Series, featuring free virtual readings of A Lovely Day for a Boating Trip, a triptych of one-act plays by Lindsey Brown.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2022
AstonRep Theatre Company will present its 13th annual Writer's Series, featuring free virtual readings of A Lovely Day for a Boating Trip, a triptych of one-act plays by Lindsey Brown.
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