The Chicago Ensemble's 45th Anniversary Begins With Two February Concerts
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2022
The Chicago Ensemble's 45th Anniversary season and return to live performances begins in February, featuring the works of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. at the Fourth Presbyterian Church, 126 E. Chestnut St. and Sunday, Feb. 20, 2022 at 3 p.m. at International House, 1414 E. 59th St.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2022
The Chicago Ensemble's 45th Anniversary season and return to live performances begins in February, featuring the works of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. at the Fourth Presbyterian Church, 126 E. Chestnut St. and Sunday, Feb. 20, 2022 at 3 p.m. at International House, 1414 E. 59th St.
Skokie Theatre to Present AN EVENING OF LOVE SONGS WITH PASCALE M. TROUILLOT
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2022
Chicagoland singer Pascale M. Trouillot will perform an eclectic blend of music ranging from familiar show tunes to Jazz and Pop standards at the Skokie Theatre in Love Songs From Broadway, Jazz and Pop: An Evening of Love Songs with Pascale M. Trouillot February 14, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2022
Chicagoland singer Pascale M. Trouillot will perform an eclectic blend of music ranging from familiar show tunes to Jazz and Pop standards at the Skokie Theatre in Love Songs From Broadway, Jazz and Pop: An Evening of Love Songs with Pascale M. Trouillot February 14, 2022.
The Impostors Theatre Co. Presents HERTHA NOVA Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2022
The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) 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.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2022
The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) 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.
BrightSide Theatre Presents DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2022
BrightSide Theatre, Naperville's only professional theatre performing in the historic downtown district, continues with their 10TH Anniversary Season – BrightSide is BACK - with the farce Don't Dress for Dinner!
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2022
BrightSide Theatre, Naperville's only professional theatre performing in the historic downtown district, continues with their 10TH Anniversary Season – BrightSide is BACK - with the farce Don't Dress for Dinner!
The Crystal Lake Strikers Return To Raue Center
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
Raue Center For The Arts will welcome the Crystal Lake Strikers for “An Evening of Percussion” at 7 p.m. on February 19, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
Raue Center For The Arts will welcome the Crystal Lake Strikers for “An Evening of Percussion” at 7 p.m. on February 19, 2022.
GRAY, Congo Square Theatre Company and Rebuild Foundation Present WHAT TO SEND UP WHEN IT GOES DOWN
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
GRAY, Congo Square Theatre Company, and Theaster Gates's Rebuild Foundation will jointly present the Chicago premiere of What to Send Up When It Goes Down, the critically acclaimed play by award-winning playwright, Aleshea B. Harris.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
GRAY, Congo Square Theatre Company, and Theaster Gates's Rebuild Foundation will jointly present the Chicago premiere of What to Send Up When It Goes Down, the critically acclaimed play by award-winning playwright, Aleshea B. Harris.
August Wilson's GEM OF THE OCEAN Begins January 22 at Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
Goodman Theatre kicks off the new year with a major revival of August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean—nearly two decades after the play premiered on the same stage.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
Goodman Theatre kicks off the new year with a major revival of August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean—nearly two decades after the play premiered on the same stage.
3Arts Expands Disability Culture Leadership Initiative
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
3Arts, the Chicago-based nonprofit organization, announced today the four dance and theater artists added to its Disability Culture Leadership Initiative, an online platform that elevates the work of Deaf and disabled artists and encourages the arts and culture sector to prioritize Disability Culture in programming and organizational efforts.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
3Arts, the Chicago-based nonprofit organization, announced today the four dance and theater artists added to its Disability Culture Leadership Initiative, an online platform that elevates the work of Deaf and disabled artists and encourages the arts and culture sector to prioritize Disability Culture in programming and organizational efforts.
Congo Square Theatre Company Premieres WHAT TO SEND UP WHEN IT GOES DOWN
by Marissa Tomeo - January 18, 2022
Congo Square Theatre Company, GRAY, and Theaster Gates’s Rebuild Foundation jointly present the Chicago premiere of What to Send Up When It Goes Down, the critically acclaimed play by award-winning playwright Aleshea B. Harris. The performance will be presented at GRAY Chicago (2044 West Carroll Ave) from March 31 through April 16 and Rebuild Foundation’s Stony Island Arts Bank from April 21 through May 1, 2022.
by Marissa Tomeo - January 18, 2022
Congo Square Theatre Company, GRAY, and Theaster Gates’s Rebuild Foundation jointly present the Chicago premiere of What to Send Up When It Goes Down, the critically acclaimed play by award-winning playwright Aleshea B. Harris. The performance will be presented at GRAY Chicago (2044 West Carroll Ave) from March 31 through April 16 and Rebuild Foundation’s Stony Island Arts Bank from April 21 through May 1, 2022.
Student Blog: Takeaways From My First Semester At College
by Student Blogger: Jake Aron - January 18, 2022
The biggest lesson I have learned from my first semester at college is that college is what you make of it. If you're going to college just to get a degree, spend all your time studying. If you want to get a degree plus some friends and lifelong memories, find a good work-life balance that works for you.
by Student Blogger: Jake Aron - January 18, 2022
The biggest lesson I have learned from my first semester at college is that college is what you make of it. If you're going to college just to get a degree, spend all your time studying. If you want to get a degree plus some friends and lifelong memories, find a good work-life balance that works for you.
On Our Team Launches New System for Establishing and Recognizing Pay Equity in Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
On Our Team has developed a first of its kind tool to help theater companies establish pay equity within their organization and serve as a public recognition for equitably paid theater.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
On Our Team has developed a first of its kind tool to help theater companies establish pay equity within their organization and serve as a public recognition for equitably paid theater.
CSO Spring Single Tickets Are Now On Sale
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2022
Special Offer - CSO Spring Single Tickets Now On Sale
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2022
Special Offer - CSO Spring Single Tickets Now On Sale
Blank Theatre Company Will Present LOVE BLANKS TOO: A VALENTINE'S DAY CABARET Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2022
Blank Theatre Company continues their reopening fundraising efforts with 'Love Blanks Too: a Valentine's Day Cabaret', a cabaret exploring the highs and lows of relationships. Love enthralls. Love stings. Love [BLANK]s! All proceeds from this event will go towards supporting Blank's upcoming spring production of 'She Loves Me'.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2022
Blank Theatre Company continues their reopening fundraising efforts with 'Love Blanks Too: a Valentine's Day Cabaret', a cabaret exploring the highs and lows of relationships. Love enthralls. Love stings. Love [BLANK]s! All proceeds from this event will go towards supporting Blank's upcoming spring production of 'She Loves Me'.
BWW Review: THE MOORS at A Red Orchid Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - January 16, 2022
A Red Orchid Theatre returns with Jen Silverman’s THE MOORS, which overturns the conventions of a Victorian era-style drama by infusing commentary on gender roles and elements of absurdism.
by Rachel Weinberg - January 16, 2022
A Red Orchid Theatre returns with Jen Silverman’s THE MOORS, which overturns the conventions of a Victorian era-style drama by infusing commentary on gender roles and elements of absurdism.
BWW Review: Reimagined OKLAHOMA! Replaces Feel-Good Energy for Macabre Spectacle at CIBC Theater
by Kathleen Anwar - January 15, 2022
Roger and Hammerstein's seminal work of musical theatre Oklahoma! has long been a favorite of those who grew up with the 1955 film starring Shirley Jones and Gordon MacRae with it's incredibly catchy company numbers and timeless message of following one's heart no matter the cost.
by Kathleen Anwar - January 15, 2022
Roger and Hammerstein's seminal work of musical theatre Oklahoma! has long been a favorite of those who grew up with the 1955 film starring Shirley Jones and Gordon MacRae with it's incredibly catchy company numbers and timeless message of following one's heart no matter the cost.
About Face Theatre Announces Cast For World Premiere Of LACED, March 17 - April 16
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2022
About Face Theatre begins its 27th season with the World Premiere of Samantha Mueller's drama LACED, running March 17 through April 16, 2022, at the Den Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2022
About Face Theatre begins its 27th season with the World Premiere of Samantha Mueller's drama LACED, running March 17 through April 16, 2022, at the Den Theatre.
Citadel Theatre Preents OUTSIDE MULLINGAR, February 11
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2022
Cast and crew have been announced for Citadel Theatre Company's OUTSIDE MULLINGAR, by John Patrick Shanley, who won an Oscar Award for MOONSTRUCK and a Tony Award as well as the Pulitzer Prize for DOUBT.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2022
Cast and crew have been announced for Citadel Theatre Company's OUTSIDE MULLINGAR, by John Patrick Shanley, who won an Oscar Award for MOONSTRUCK and a Tony Award as well as the Pulitzer Prize for DOUBT.
BTE Postpones NAPERVILLE Opening To April 28; ONE MAN, TWO GUV'NORS Canceled
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2022
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble, the professional Equity company in residence at the McAninch Arts Center, announced today that due to the surge in COVID-19 cases, they are postponing their production of “Naperville,” originally scheduled for Jan. 27-Feb. 27, to April 28-May 29. To accommodate this shift, “One Man, Two Guvnors” has been canceled.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2022
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble, the professional Equity company in residence at the McAninch Arts Center, announced today that due to the surge in COVID-19 cases, they are postponing their production of “Naperville,” originally scheduled for Jan. 27-Feb. 27, to April 28-May 29. To accommodate this shift, “One Man, Two Guvnors” has been canceled.
Photos: Compass Theatre's WELLESLEY GIRL Premieres At Theater Wit
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
Compass Theatre has announced its return to the stage with the production of Wellesley Girl, written by playwright Brendan Pelsue and directed by James Fleming, Friday, Jan. 7 - Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022, at Theater Wit, 1229 W Belmont Ave.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
Compass Theatre has announced its return to the stage with the production of Wellesley Girl, written by playwright Brendan Pelsue and directed by James Fleming, Friday, Jan. 7 - Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022, at Theater Wit, 1229 W Belmont Ave.
The Auditorium Theatre Presents Ballet Folklórico De México De Amalia Hernández
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
The Auditorium Theatre presents Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández, celebrating their 70th anniversary.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
The Auditorium Theatre presents Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández, celebrating their 70th anniversary.
Black Ensemble Theater Announces 2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
Black Ensemble Theater's Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announces its 2022 Season of Excellence: The Season of Healings.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
Black Ensemble Theater's Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announces its 2022 Season of Excellence: The Season of Healings.
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions to Present A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions will bring Caldecott and Newberry award winner Arnold Lobel’s classic children’s book series Frog and Toad to the stage in A Year with Frog and Toad.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions will bring Caldecott and Newberry award winner Arnold Lobel’s classic children’s book series Frog and Toad to the stage in A Year with Frog and Toad.
VIDEO: Sasha Hutchings Talks OKLAHOMA! Tour On ABC7
by Alan Henry - January 13, 2022
See Sasha Hutchings take on the role of Laurey during the Broadway In Chicago engagement of OKLAHOMA!, January 11 - January 23 at the CIBC Theatre.
by Alan Henry - January 13, 2022
See Sasha Hutchings take on the role of Laurey during the Broadway In Chicago engagement of OKLAHOMA!, January 11 - January 23 at the CIBC Theatre.
DuSable Museum & The Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival Present Toni Morrison's THE BLUEST EYE
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
The DuSable Museum of African American History is partnering with the 4th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival to present a remarkable production of The Bluest Eye, based on Toni Morrison's 1970 groundbreaking coming-of-age novel.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
The DuSable Museum of African American History is partnering with the 4th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival to present a remarkable production of The Bluest Eye, based on Toni Morrison's 1970 groundbreaking coming-of-age novel.
Collaboraction & DuSable Museum To Present TRIAL IN THE DELTA: THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
Collaboraction and The DuSable Museum of African American History are partnering to present a theatrical reading of Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till, a new adaption of the trial transcript of the State of Mississippi vs. Milam and Bryant, the men who were found not guilty of murdering Emmett Till.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
Collaboraction and The DuSable Museum of African American History are partnering to present a theatrical reading of Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till, a new adaption of the trial transcript of the State of Mississippi vs. Milam and Bryant, the men who were found not guilty of murdering Emmett Till.
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Rio: A Tribute to Duran Duran
Raue Center For The Arts (1/23 - 1/23) | |
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The Ultimate Cher Show Starring Annika
Raue Center For The Arts (2/7 - 2/7) | |
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Legally Blonde, The Musical Jr.
Yellow Box Theatre (2/20 - 2/28) | |
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Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
ECC Arts Center (1/31 - 1/31) | |
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Greenroom Improv
Raue Center For The Arts (2/21 - 2/21) | |
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Dances From the Heart
Dance Chicago (1/24 - 1/24) | |
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The Wiz at James M. Nederlander Theatre
Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts (3/31 - 3/5) | |
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Eureka Day
Broadway Playhouse At Water Tower Place (1/13 - 2/22) | |
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BEETLEJUICE
Prairie Home Alliance Theater (5/5 - 5/7) | |
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