Court Theatre Unveils the Summer 2025 Spotlight Reading Series
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2025
Court Theatre proudly will present Spotlight Reading Series, featuring works authored and inspired by Theodore Ward. Learn more about upcoming events and see how to attend!
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2025
Court Theatre proudly will present Spotlight Reading Series, featuring works authored and inspired by Theodore Ward. Learn more about upcoming events and see how to attend!
Avalanche Theatre to Present Fall 2025 Next Draft Series, Now In Residence At Rivendell Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2025
Avalanche Theatre has revealed the selections for the Fall 2025 Next Draft Series, which will be presented at Rivendell Theatre as part of a new residency at Rivendell. Learn more and see how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2025
Avalanche Theatre has revealed the selections for the Fall 2025 Next Draft Series, which will be presented at Rivendell Theatre as part of a new residency at Rivendell. Learn more and see how to attend.
OLIVER! and More Set for Music On Stage 69th Season
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2025
Music on Stage's 69th season takes you from the North Pole to Victorian London, with a stop mid-way through in Elwood City! See the full lineup, featuring Oliver! and more here.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2025
Music on Stage's 69th season takes you from the North Pole to Victorian London, with a stop mid-way through in Elwood City! See the full lineup, featuring Oliver! and more here.
ALIVE And KICKING: LAUGHTER NEVER GETS OLD Gets Its World Premiere in St. Charles
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2025
ALIVE and KICKING: LAUGHTER NEVER GETS OLD, about the joys and jokes of senior life in America, will have its world premiere at the Moonlight Theatre, July 11-20, in St. Charles, IL.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2025
ALIVE and KICKING: LAUGHTER NEVER GETS OLD, about the joys and jokes of senior life in America, will have its world premiere at the Moonlight Theatre, July 11-20, in St. Charles, IL.
Photos: Meet the Stars of Sam Shepard's TRUE WEST at Paramount Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
Sibling rivalry collides with the American dream in Sam Shepard’s American classic True West, the hot start to Paramount Theatre’s fourth BOLD Series. See photos from the production.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
Sibling rivalry collides with the American dream in Sam Shepard’s American classic True West, the hot start to Paramount Theatre’s fourth BOLD Series. See photos from the production.
A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM is Coming to Skokie Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
MadKap Productions will present the hilarious musical A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
MadKap Productions will present the hilarious musical A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre. Learn more!
Photos: THAT'S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR World Premiere at Black Ensemble Theater
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
Black Ensemble Theater is presenting That's What Friends Are For: Gladys, Dionne and Patti, a musical celebration of sisterhood, soul, and legendary voices written and directed by Producing Managing Director Daryl D. Brooks. See photos here!
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
Black Ensemble Theater is presenting That's What Friends Are For: Gladys, Dionne and Patti, a musical celebration of sisterhood, soul, and legendary voices written and directed by Producing Managing Director Daryl D. Brooks. See photos here!
TWISTED MELODIES to Close Northlight Theatre 2024-2025 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
Northlight Theatre will conclude its 2024–2025 season with the story of soul music icon Donny Hathaway in Twisted Melodies, written and performed by Kelvin Roston, Jr. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
Northlight Theatre will conclude its 2024–2025 season with the story of soul music icon Donny Hathaway in Twisted Melodies, written and performed by Kelvin Roston, Jr. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The 36th Annual Rhinoceros Theater Festival to Return in September
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
Curious Theatre Branch and Prop Thtr have revealed the dates for the 36th Annual Rhinoceros Theater Festival, Chicago’s longest running theatre festival. Learn more and see how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
Curious Theatre Branch and Prop Thtr have revealed the dates for the 36th Annual Rhinoceros Theater Festival, Chicago’s longest running theatre festival. Learn more and see how to attend.
Photos: PAGLIACCI Now Playing at Opera Festival of Chicago
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
XThe Opera Festival of Chicago final production in its fifth season is Pagliacci by Ruggero Leoncavallo, directed by Sasha Gerritson, conducted by Uff. See photos here!
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
XThe Opera Festival of Chicago final production in its fifth season is Pagliacci by Ruggero Leoncavallo, directed by Sasha Gerritson, conducted by Uff. See photos here!
Review: ALWAYS SOMETHING THERE... at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - June 26, 2025
This is the premise of the current production at the Marriott Lincolnshire Theatre. Chicago native Sandy Ruskin’s Always Something There…, a Peggy Got Sue Got Married/Back to the Future, etc. styled tribute to the 1980’s, is having its world premiere at the Marriott. It is about being able to go back, reliving your life and changing those horrible choices you made in your teen years.
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - June 26, 2025
This is the premise of the current production at the Marriott Lincolnshire Theatre. Chicago native Sandy Ruskin’s Always Something There…, a Peggy Got Sue Got Married/Back to the Future, etc. styled tribute to the 1980’s, is having its world premiere at the Marriott. It is about being able to go back, reliving your life and changing those horrible choices you made in your teen years.
Photos: THAT'S WEIRD, GRANDMA: SUMMER VACATION! at the Neo-Futurist Theater
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
PlayMakers Laboratory’s has released photos of its original sketch show That's Weird, Grandma: Summer Vacation! This family-friendly comedy extravaganza returns for six performances only from July 26 – August 10, 2025 at the Neo-Futurist Theater.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
PlayMakers Laboratory’s has released photos of its original sketch show That's Weird, Grandma: Summer Vacation! This family-friendly comedy extravaganza returns for six performances only from July 26 – August 10, 2025 at the Neo-Futurist Theater.
Cast and Creative Team Set for Sanaz Toossi's WISH YOU WERE HERE at Remy Bumppo Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company has revealed the cast, creative and production teams for the Chicago premiere and first production in its 30th anniversary season, Wish You Were Here. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company has revealed the cast, creative and production teams for the Chicago premiere and first production in its 30th anniversary season, Wish You Were Here. Learn more!
THE COLOR PURPLE Extends Through Early August at Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
The Color Purple will present a six-performance extension at Goodman Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets to the extended run here!
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
The Color Purple will present a six-performance extension at Goodman Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets to the extended run here!
DANCE FOR LIFE 2025 to Feature 10 Chicago Companies in One-Night-Only Performance at The Auditorium
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
The Chicago Dance Health Fund has announced the full program for Dance for Life 2025, the city’s annual benefit performance supporting preventive health care and critical medical needs for Chicago’s dance professionals.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
The Chicago Dance Health Fund has announced the full program for Dance for Life 2025, the city’s annual benefit performance supporting preventive health care and critical medical needs for Chicago’s dance professionals.
Mandala Arts to Present Free Dance In Chicago, Creates Mural In Naperville
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Mandala South Asian Performing Arts will continue its 10th anniversary season with free performances in Chicago in July and the creation of a community mural in Naperville in July and August.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Mandala South Asian Performing Arts will continue its 10th anniversary season with free performances in Chicago in July and the creation of a community mural in Naperville in July and August.
Photos/Video: CIRCUS ABYSSINIA: ETHIOPIAN DREAMS at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by A.A. Cristi - June 25, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present the world-famous Circus Abyssinia on Navy Pier this summer for a limited engagement beginning July 10. Check out photos and video highlights from the show!
by A.A. Cristi - June 25, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present the world-famous Circus Abyssinia on Navy Pier this summer for a limited engagement beginning July 10. Check out photos and video highlights from the show!
Ada Grey Joins Cast Of Lucid Theater's BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Ada Grey has joined the four-actor cast of BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY at Chicago's Lucid Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Ada Grey has joined the four-actor cast of BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY at Chicago's Lucid Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
Elijah Nevels, Michael Henry & Tim Murray and More Set for The Den Theatre August Comedy Shows
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
The Den Theatre has revealed upcoming August 2025 shows at the theatre's Wicker Park stages. Learn more about the August lineup here and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
The Den Theatre has revealed upcoming August 2025 shows at the theatre's Wicker Park stages. Learn more about the August lineup here and see how to purchase tickets.
Porchlight Music Theatre's TITANIQUE Now In Final Three Weeks
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Broadway In Chicago and Porchlight Music Theatre have announced that the Chicago engagement of TITANIQUE, the award-winning musical comedy inspired by Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, will conclude its 16-week run on Sunday, July 13, 2025 at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Broadway In Chicago and Porchlight Music Theatre have announced that the Chicago engagement of TITANIQUE, the award-winning musical comedy inspired by Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, will conclude its 16-week run on Sunday, July 13, 2025 at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place.
Steppenwolf Reveals Full Casting Announced For MR. WOLF Chicago Premiere
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will launch its 50th Anniversary Season with the Chicago premiere of ensemble member Rajiv Joseph's (King James, Guards at the Taj) unflinching family drama Mr. Wolf, directed by ensemble member K. Todd Freeman.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will launch its 50th Anniversary Season with the Chicago premiere of ensemble member Rajiv Joseph's (King James, Guards at the Taj) unflinching family drama Mr. Wolf, directed by ensemble member K. Todd Freeman.
A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM Begins at Skokie Theatre in July
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
MadKap Productions will open its 11th season at Skokie Theatre with the classic Tony Award-winning musical comedy A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM, running July 11 through August 3, 2025 for 13 performances at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave. in Downtown Skokie.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
MadKap Productions will open its 11th season at Skokie Theatre with the classic Tony Award-winning musical comedy A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM, running July 11 through August 3, 2025 for 13 performances at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave. in Downtown Skokie.
Yippie Fest Returns for Ninth Annual Celebration at Chopin Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
YIPPIE FEST will return for its ninth annual “happening” August 15–17, 2025, with more than 30 live, in-person performances across three days at Chopin Theatre, 1543 W Division St.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
YIPPIE FEST will return for its ninth annual “happening” August 15–17, 2025, with more than 30 live, in-person performances across three days at Chopin Theatre, 1543 W Division St.
Fleetwood- Jourdain Theatre Reveals Cast For Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu's PASS OVER
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre, Evanston's celebrated company devoted to presenting dynamic Black American and African Diaspora-centered storytelling, has announced the cast for PASS OVER, a play by Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu, which is a provocative riff on WAITING FOR GODOT and THE BOOK OF EXODUS.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre, Evanston's celebrated company devoted to presenting dynamic Black American and African Diaspora-centered storytelling, has announced the cast for PASS OVER, a play by Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu, which is a provocative riff on WAITING FOR GODOT and THE BOOK OF EXODUS.
Photos: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Summer Place Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Get a first look of Summer Place Theatre's production of 'Little Shop of Horrors', now playing until June 29th at Naperville Central High School Auditorium. Check out photos from the show.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Get a first look of Summer Place Theatre's production of 'Little Shop of Horrors', now playing until June 29th at Naperville Central High School Auditorium. Check out photos from the show.
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