Downstage Arts Will Host 5th Annual Teen Cohort Showcase
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
Join in for the 5th Annual Teen Cohort Showcase and Fundraiser. The event will be hosted by Downstage Arts alumni and feature the company's current Teen Cohort members.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
Join in for the 5th Annual Teen Cohort Showcase and Fundraiser. The event will be hosted by Downstage Arts alumni and feature the company's current Teen Cohort members.
Photos: THE AVES At Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
Check out brand-new production photos from the world premiere of Jiehae Park's the aves, performing at Berkeley Repertory Theatre now through Sunday, June 8, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
Check out brand-new production photos from the world premiere of Jiehae Park's the aves, performing at Berkeley Repertory Theatre now through Sunday, June 8, 2025.
Mix and Mingle at Raue Center's 7th Annual 6X6 PROJECT In June
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
Join Raue Center For The Arts as they host the 7th Annual 6x6 Project Art Auction & Exhibition on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Raue Center For The Arts, 26 N. Williams Street, Crystal Lake.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
Join Raue Center For The Arts as they host the 7th Annual 6x6 Project Art Auction & Exhibition on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Raue Center For The Arts, 26 N. Williams Street, Crystal Lake.
PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Extends Again At Northlight Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
Northlight Theatre has announced an additional week of performances of Joshua Harmon's celebrated play Prayer for the French Republic, directed by Jeremy Wechsler in a co-production with Theater Wit.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
Northlight Theatre has announced an additional week of performances of Joshua Harmon's celebrated play Prayer for the French Republic, directed by Jeremy Wechsler in a co-production with Theater Wit.
BLACK BONE World Premiere to be Presented at Definition Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
Definition Theatre will present the world premiere of Black Bone, a bold new satire by Chicago playwright Tina Fakhrid-Deen and the first full production to emerge from the company’s Amplify Series. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
Definition Theatre will present the world premiere of Black Bone, a bold new satire by Chicago playwright Tina Fakhrid-Deen and the first full production to emerge from the company’s Amplify Series. Learn more!
Video: HYMN At Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater just released video highlights for their upcoming production of Hymn, running through May 25, 2025. Watch the cast in action!
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater just released video highlights for their upcoming production of Hymn, running through May 25, 2025. Watch the cast in action!
Photos: First Look At HYMN Playing Now At Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2025
Shakespeare Theater just released production photos for their upcoming production of Hymn, running through May 25, 2025. Watch the cast in action!
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2025
Shakespeare Theater just released production photos for their upcoming production of Hymn, running through May 25, 2025. Watch the cast in action!
The Story Theatre's AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEN Announces Second Extension
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
Due to high demand, The Story Theatre has announced a second week of additional performances for its new production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen, now extended through Sunday, May 25, 2025 on Raven Theatre's Schwartz Stage.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
Due to high demand, The Story Theatre has announced a second week of additional performances for its new production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen, now extended through Sunday, May 25, 2025 on Raven Theatre's Schwartz Stage.
Chicago Dance Health Fund Reveals Lineup for DANCE LIFE 2025
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
Chicago Dance Health Fund, which provides financial relief for preventative health care and critical medical needs for Chicago dance industry professionals, revealed the companies participating in Dance for Life 2025. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
Chicago Dance Health Fund, which provides financial relief for preventative health care and critical medical needs for Chicago dance industry professionals, revealed the companies participating in Dance for Life 2025. Learn more!
Samuel Roberson Fellowship Recipients Bring ALEX IN WINDYLAND To The Stage
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2025
The 2024 Samuel G. Roberson Jr. Resident Fellowship, awarded to artivist Abby Thompson and Filament Theatre, was awarded for the development of the play Alex in Windyland, now slated for production at Filament Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2025
The 2024 Samuel G. Roberson Jr. Resident Fellowship, awarded to artivist Abby Thompson and Filament Theatre, was awarded for the development of the play Alex in Windyland, now slated for production at Filament Theatre.
Jennifer Lynn & The Groove Revival Ignite the Stage with RETROGRADE: THE SPIRIT OF 70S ROCK RETURNS
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2025
Jennifer Lynn & The Groove Revival bring their critically acclaimed live show, 'Retrograde: The Spirit of 70s Rock Returns,' to the Raue Center For The Arts on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 7:30 pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2025
Jennifer Lynn & The Groove Revival bring their critically acclaimed live show, 'Retrograde: The Spirit of 70s Rock Returns,' to the Raue Center For The Arts on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 7:30 pm.
Lyric Opera Of Chicago WIll Open New York Auditions For Regular Chorus Position
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago — one of the world's leading opera companies — has announced a rare audition opportunity for soprano singers to join its prestigious Regular Chorus, for the 2025/26 season.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago — one of the world's leading opera companies — has announced a rare audition opportunity for soprano singers to join its prestigious Regular Chorus, for the 2025/26 season.
SHE WHO DARED Comes to Chicago Opera Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2025
Chicago Opera Theater (COT), Chicago's foremost producer of new and rarely staged operas, proudly presents the world premiere of She Who Dared by acclaimed composer/librettist duo Jasmine Arielle Barnes and Deborah D.E.E.P. Mouton.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2025
Chicago Opera Theater (COT), Chicago's foremost producer of new and rarely staged operas, proudly presents the world premiere of She Who Dared by acclaimed composer/librettist duo Jasmine Arielle Barnes and Deborah D.E.E.P. Mouton.
LATE NITE CATECHISM Celebrates 32nd Anniversary and New Location
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2025
Late Nite Catechism is part catechism class, part stand-up routine. Written by Vicki Quade & Maripat Donovan, it's an interactive comedy, one of the longest-running shows in Chicago and U.S. theater history.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2025
Late Nite Catechism is part catechism class, part stand-up routine. Written by Vicki Quade & Maripat Donovan, it's an interactive comedy, one of the longest-running shows in Chicago and U.S. theater history.
Circus Themed CATS & More Lead Chicago's May 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - April 30, 2025
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. Selections for May 2025 include Paramount Aurora's CATS and more.
by Team BWW - April 30, 2025
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. Selections for May 2025 include Paramount Aurora's CATS and more.
BWW Q&A: Namir Smallwood Talks THE BOOK OF GRACE at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - April 30, 2025
As Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues its landmark 49th season, ensemble member Namir Smallwood steps into another powerful role in the Chicago premiere of The Book of Grace by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks.
by Joshua Wright - April 30, 2025
As Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues its landmark 49th season, ensemble member Namir Smallwood steps into another powerful role in the Chicago premiere of The Book of Grace by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks.
Photos: THE LOVE OF THREE KINGS In Rehearsal At Opera Festival Of Chicago
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
The Opera Festival of Chicago shares rehearsal photos from their April 28 rehearsal of The Love of Three Kings (L’Amore dei tre Re) at Roosevelt University.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
The Opera Festival of Chicago shares rehearsal photos from their April 28 rehearsal of The Love of Three Kings (L’Amore dei tre Re) at Roosevelt University.
Open Space Arts To Co-Produce GANGSTA BABY U.S. Premiere
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
Open Space Arts, in association with Emmy-winning Chicago producer G. Riley Mills and Kate Garassino (GB Productions), will co-produce the American premiere of GANGSTA BABY.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
Open Space Arts, in association with Emmy-winning Chicago producer G. Riley Mills and Kate Garassino (GB Productions), will co-produce the American premiere of GANGSTA BABY.
JUKEBOX FOR THE ALGONQUIN Extended At Citadel Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
Citadel Theatre has announced a one-week extension of Chicago premiere of A JUKEBOX FOR THE ALGONQUIN, by Chicago/Skokie-based actor and playwright Paul Stroili.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
Citadel Theatre has announced a one-week extension of Chicago premiere of A JUKEBOX FOR THE ALGONQUIN, by Chicago/Skokie-based actor and playwright Paul Stroili.
Collaboraction to Screen TRIAL IN THE DELTA: THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL at Judicial Conference
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
Chicago's Collaboraction Theatre Company will present a private film screening of its live theatrical performance, Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till, on Friday, May 9 for the Judicial Conference held by the Municipal Court of Philadelphia of the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
Chicago's Collaboraction Theatre Company will present a private film screening of its live theatrical performance, Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till, on Friday, May 9 for the Judicial Conference held by the Municipal Court of Philadelphia of the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania.
Ryan Plunkett’s OLD FASHIONED MAGIC is Coming to Chicago Magic Lounge
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
Chicago Magic Lounge will welcome Ryan Plunkett as its next Artist-In-Residence with his show Old Fashioned Magic.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
Chicago Magic Lounge will welcome Ryan Plunkett as its next Artist-In-Residence with his show Old Fashioned Magic.
Review: BUST at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - April 29, 2025
Zora Howard’s BUST: AN AFROCURRENTIST PLAY opens with a mystery. In Huntsville, Alabama, Retta (Caroline Stefanie Clay) and Reggie (Ray Anthony Thomas) witness an all too familiar interaction between their friend Randy (Keith Randolph Smith) and two police officers — Tomlin (Mark Bedard) and Ramirez (Jorge Luna). But in the wake of Randy’s rage at the officers, something mysterious and surprising happens...keeping him safe from harm. It’s tough to write about the specifics of BUST because to reveal some of the play's secrets is to ruin the mystery for audiences. But Howard’s set-up essentially asks the question: What happens when Black rage is repackaged into a magical force and potentially one to keep the person experiencing it safe?
by Rachel Weinberg - April 29, 2025
Zora Howard’s BUST: AN AFROCURRENTIST PLAY opens with a mystery. In Huntsville, Alabama, Retta (Caroline Stefanie Clay) and Reggie (Ray Anthony Thomas) witness an all too familiar interaction between their friend Randy (Keith Randolph Smith) and two police officers — Tomlin (Mark Bedard) and Ramirez (Jorge Luna). But in the wake of Randy’s rage at the officers, something mysterious and surprising happens...keeping him safe from harm. It’s tough to write about the specifics of BUST because to reveal some of the play's secrets is to ruin the mystery for audiences. But Howard’s set-up essentially asks the question: What happens when Black rage is repackaged into a magical force and potentially one to keep the person experiencing it safe?
Photos: AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEN At Story Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
The Story Theatre is over the moon to kick off Season V with a reimagined production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen by Governing Ensemble member and Joseph Jefferson Award-winning playwright Terry Guest, directed by Joseph Jefferson Award-winning director Mikael Burke. See photos of the production.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
The Story Theatre is over the moon to kick off Season V with a reimagined production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen by Governing Ensemble member and Joseph Jefferson Award-winning playwright Terry Guest, directed by Joseph Jefferson Award-winning director Mikael Burke. See photos of the production.
Cast And Production Team Revealed For BrightSide Theatre Season Closer PIPPIN
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
BrightSide Theatre has announced the cast for the final show of its 13th season – the Stephen Schwartz/Roger O. Hirson musical PIPPIN. A Broadway-sized cast of 17 and an orchestra of seven will bring PIPPIN to life for BrightSide in a fully staged production.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
BrightSide Theatre has announced the cast for the final show of its 13th season – the Stephen Schwartz/Roger O. Hirson musical PIPPIN. A Broadway-sized cast of 17 and an orchestra of seven will bring PIPPIN to life for BrightSide in a fully staged production.
BERLIN Extends at Court Theatre Through Late May
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
Court Theatre has extended Berlin, the world premiere adaptation by Mickle Maher, based on the graphic novel by Jason Lutes, and directed by Charles Newell. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
Court Theatre has extended Berlin, the world premiere adaptation by Mickle Maher, based on the graphic novel by Jason Lutes, and directed by Charles Newell. Learn how to purchase tickets.
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