Victor Wong Fellowship Showcase to Play at The Second City on Tuesdays in May
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2025
The Second City will celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Month with its third annual Victor Wong Showcase, Dynasty Babies. Learn more and see how to attend!
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2025
The Second City will celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Month with its third annual Victor Wong Showcase, Dynasty Babies. Learn more and see how to attend!
Lifeline Theatre Reveals New Members of its Board of Directors and Artistic Ensemble
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2025
Lifeline Theatre has revealed three new members of its Board of Directors and seven new members of its Artistic Ensemble. Learn more about the company here!
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2025
Lifeline Theatre has revealed three new members of its Board of Directors and seven new members of its Artistic Ensemble. Learn more about the company here!
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Extends At Paramount Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2025
Paramount Theatre's smash hit Million Dollar Quartet has just been extended an additional six months through January 4, 2026, by popular demand.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2025
Paramount Theatre's smash hit Million Dollar Quartet has just been extended an additional six months through January 4, 2026, by popular demand.
THE LION KING Is Now On Sale At Cadillac Palace Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced that individual tickets for Disney's The Lion King, are now on sale to the public. The Lion King has been touring North America for more than 23 years, and during that time has welcomed over 24 million theatergoers, making it North America's longest-running and most-attended Broadway tour.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced that individual tickets for Disney's The Lion King, are now on sale to the public. The Lion King has been touring North America for more than 23 years, and during that time has welcomed over 24 million theatergoers, making it North America's longest-running and most-attended Broadway tour.
Midsommer Flight To Present Free LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST In Six Chicago Parks
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2025
Midsommer Flight will present a fully staged production of LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST as its 2025 free Shakespeare production. Learn more and see how to attend performances.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2025
Midsommer Flight will present a fully staged production of LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST as its 2025 free Shakespeare production. Learn more and see how to attend performances.
Review: CATS at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - May 11, 2025
The newest production – and it is new in every way – at the Paramount Theatre in Aurora is Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats. Director Trent Stork and a cast of 31 will leave you breathless with this new interpretation.
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - May 11, 2025
The newest production – and it is new in every way – at the Paramount Theatre in Aurora is Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats. Director Trent Stork and a cast of 31 will leave you breathless with this new interpretation.
Photos: Circus-Themed CATS Soars At Chicago's Paramount Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2025
Step right up! The Jellicle Ball goes under the big top as Paramount Theatre presents a circus-themed revival of Cats, running through June 15, 2025. Check out photos of the high-flying production.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2025
Step right up! The Jellicle Ball goes under the big top as Paramount Theatre presents a circus-themed revival of Cats, running through June 15, 2025. Check out photos of the high-flying production.
Hell In A Handbag's QUEEN FOR A DAY Begins In July At Bramble Arts Loft
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2025
Hell in a Handbag Productions will conclude its 2024/25 Season with the world premiere of QUEEN FOR A DAY written by ensemble member Tyler Anthony Smith* and directed by Stephanie Shaw.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2025
Hell in a Handbag Productions will conclude its 2024/25 Season with the world premiere of QUEEN FOR A DAY written by ensemble member Tyler Anthony Smith* and directed by Stephanie Shaw.
CHICAGO Comes to Circa '21
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2025
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse will present one of the most-requested titles in its history, the legendary Kander & Ebb musical, CHICAGO! Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2025
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse will present one of the most-requested titles in its history, the legendary Kander & Ebb musical, CHICAGO! Learn more about the show here!
The Theatre School Hosts Climate Action Festival to Inspire Environmental Action
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2025
In continuation of the celebration of its Centennial year, The Theatre School at DePaul University has announced the launch of a Climate Action Festival, running Wednesday, May 14 through Sunday, May 18, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2025
In continuation of the celebration of its Centennial year, The Theatre School at DePaul University has announced the launch of a Climate Action Festival, running Wednesday, May 14 through Sunday, May 18, 2025.
DENNIS WATKINS' THE MAGIC PARLOUR Adds Performances At Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2025
Demand continues for The Magic Parlour as Dennis Watkins builds on his 500-performance success. A new block of tickets opens for performances this fall, in conjunction with the Goodman's 100th anniversary season.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2025
Demand continues for The Magic Parlour as Dennis Watkins builds on his 500-performance success. A new block of tickets opens for performances this fall, in conjunction with the Goodman's 100th anniversary season.
The 2025 Chicago Opera Festival Begins With THE LOVE OF THREE KINGS At Athenaeum Center
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2025
The Opera Festival of Chicago has released first look production photos of for The Love of Three Kings (L’Amore dei tre Re). Check out new images from the show below!
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2025
The Opera Festival of Chicago has released first look production photos of for The Love of Three Kings (L’Amore dei tre Re). Check out new images from the show below!
BATSU! Chicago Adds Permanent Weekly Thursday-Night Show, And Launches 'Thirsty Thursdays'
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2025
Due to popular demand, BATSU! Chicago is expanding its weekly schedule with the launch of a permanent Thursday-night show kicking off in May. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2025
Due to popular demand, BATSU! Chicago is expanding its weekly schedule with the launch of a permanent Thursday-night show kicking off in May. Learn more!
Review: HYMN at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Zac Thriffiley - May 07, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s all-Chicago production of Lolita Chakrabarti’s HYMN is beautifully performed, but the script never quite delivers on the thematic complexity promised by the play’s premise.
by Zac Thriffiley - May 07, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s all-Chicago production of Lolita Chakrabarti’s HYMN is beautifully performed, but the script never quite delivers on the thematic complexity promised by the play’s premise.
Ringo Starr And His All Starr Band Come To The Chicago Theatre In September
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) and Elite Entertainment has announced that musician Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band – featuring Steve Lukather, Colin Hay, Warren Ham, Hamish Stuart, Gregg Bissonette and Buck Johnson – will kick off their fall tour at The Chicago Theatre on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 7:30PM.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) and Elite Entertainment has announced that musician Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band – featuring Steve Lukather, Colin Hay, Warren Ham, Hamish Stuart, Gregg Bissonette and Buck Johnson – will kick off their fall tour at The Chicago Theatre on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 7:30PM.
Nine Actors Create Nearly 50 Characters In THE ANTIQUITIES By Jordan Harrison
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Next up at Goodman Theatre is Pulitzer Prize finalist playwright Jordan Harrison (Marjorie Prime, Maple and Vine)'s newest work, A Tour of the Permanent Collection in the Museum of Late Human Antiquities or, just The Antiquities—a startling and transcendent portrait of the present as seen from the future—is on stage now in preview performances.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Next up at Goodman Theatre is Pulitzer Prize finalist playwright Jordan Harrison (Marjorie Prime, Maple and Vine)'s newest work, A Tour of the Permanent Collection in the Museum of Late Human Antiquities or, just The Antiquities—a startling and transcendent portrait of the present as seen from the future—is on stage now in preview performances.
Video/Photos: PRIMARY TRUST at Alley Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 07, 2025
Alley Theatre has revealed new photos and video of Primary Trust. Directed by Niegel Smith, Eboni Booth’s journey explores the intimate moments where every choice matters and every connection holds the power to change lives.
by A.A. Cristi - May 07, 2025
Alley Theatre has revealed new photos and video of Primary Trust. Directed by Niegel Smith, Eboni Booth’s journey explores the intimate moments where every choice matters and every connection holds the power to change lives.
National Hellenic Museum to Host HADESTOWN & EXPLORING ITS GREEK ROOTS Panel Discussion
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
National Hellenic Museum will host HADESTOWN & EXPLORING ITS GREEK ROOTS panel discussion on Thursday, May 8. The event will feature HADESTOWN cast members: Jaylon C. Crump (Hermes), Katelyn Crall (Fate), Julia Schick (Swing/Assistant Dance Captain), and UIC Classics and Mediterranean Studies Senior Lecturer Krishni Burns, PhD.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
National Hellenic Museum will host HADESTOWN & EXPLORING ITS GREEK ROOTS panel discussion on Thursday, May 8. The event will feature HADESTOWN cast members: Jaylon C. Crump (Hermes), Katelyn Crall (Fate), Julia Schick (Swing/Assistant Dance Captain), and UIC Classics and Mediterranean Studies Senior Lecturer Krishni Burns, PhD.
Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band Coming to The Chicago Theatre in December
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Musician Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band will kick off their fall tour at The Chicago Theatre on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 7:30PM. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, May 9 at 9:00AM CT.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Musician Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band will kick off their fall tour at The Chicago Theatre on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 7:30PM. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, May 9 at 9:00AM CT.
Chicago Sinfonietta Reveals New President and CEO
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Chicago Sinfonietta announced the appointment of the internationally recognized orchestra’s new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Learn more about the new member of the team here!
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Chicago Sinfonietta announced the appointment of the internationally recognized orchestra’s new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Learn more about the new member of the team here!
Hell In A Handbag's SCARY TOWN Extends at The Clutch
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Due to popular demand, Hell in a Handbag Productions has announced additional performances of Artistic Director David Cerda's* hit world premiere of Scary Town.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Due to popular demand, Hell in a Handbag Productions has announced additional performances of Artistic Director David Cerda's* hit world premiere of Scary Town.
Tony Award-Winning HADESTOWN Is Now Playing At CIBC Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced that HADESTOWN, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, is now playing at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced that HADESTOWN, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, is now playing at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre.
Laura Dellis to Bring HALFWAY TO FIFTY...4 to The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
Comic Laura Dellis will bring her show HALFWAY TO FIFTY...4, to The Den Theatre. Watch her reflect on her last 28 years of life through stand-up comedy and music of all genres. Learn more.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
Comic Laura Dellis will bring her show HALFWAY TO FIFTY...4, to The Den Theatre. Watch her reflect on her last 28 years of life through stand-up comedy and music of all genres. Learn more.
BenDeLaCreme Joins Teatro ZinZanni's Summer Show in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
Award-winning comedian and RuPaul’s Drag Race superstar BenDeLaCreme has been announced as a special guest performer and creative consultant for Chicago's Teatro ZinZanni.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
Award-winning comedian and RuPaul’s Drag Race superstar BenDeLaCreme has been announced as a special guest performer and creative consultant for Chicago's Teatro ZinZanni.
YOU WILL GET SICK Chicago Premiere to be Presented at Steppenwolf
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will present Noah Diaz’s whimsical, wild, unpredictable and deeply moving Chicago premiere of You Will Get Sick, directed by Artistic Director Audrey Francis. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will present Noah Diaz’s whimsical, wild, unpredictable and deeply moving Chicago premiere of You Will Get Sick, directed by Artistic Director Audrey Francis. Learn more!
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