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Video: First Look at The Marriott Theatre's TITANIC
by Joshua Wright - April 22, 2025
Marriott Theatre continues its 50th Anniversary Season celebration with the epic production of Titanic The Musical, directed and choreographed by Connor Gallagher with Musical Direction by Jeff Award winner Ryan T. Nelson. Watch extended clips from the production.
RIVERDANCE 30 – THE NEW GENERATION Now Playing At Cadillac Palace Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
RIVERDANCE 30 – THE NEW GENERATION is now playing at Broadway In Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W. Randolph St.). RIVERDANCE 30 – THE NEW GENERATION is playing for a limited one-week engagement through April 27 only.
ENDGAME Production Team Announced At Facility Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Chicago's Facility Theatre has announced the crew of its upcoming production of Samuel Beckett's ENDGAME, directed by Yasen Peyankov. The production runs May 24 - June 29, 2025.
ROCK OF AGES to be Presented at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Rock of Ages will be presented at Metropolis Performing Arts Center in May. Rock of Ages will take you back to the decade of decadence when everything was larger than life, including the hairstyles. Learn more about the production!
Steppenwolf Theatre Company to Host Steppenwolf Gala 2025 in May
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will host Steppenwolf Gala 2025, an evening kicking off the theater’s 50th Anniversary celebration. Learn more and see how to attend!
Chicago Premiere Of Nick Payne's INCOGNITO is Coming to Tin Drum Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Tin Drum Theatre Company will present the Chicago Premiere of Incognito, the provocative play by award-winning British playwright Nick Payne. Learn more!
Northlight Adds Week To PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Northlight Theatre has announced an extension of Joshua Harmon's celebrated play Prayer for the French Republic, directed by Jeremy Wechsler in a co-production with Theater Wit.
BWW Q&A: Sylvia Hernandez-DiStasi & Amanda Crockett of CATS at Paramount Theatre
by Joshua Wright - April 21, 2025
Paramount Theatre is presenting a circus-themed revival of Cats, music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, directed by Trent Stork, April 30-June 15, 2025. We spoke to Sylvia Hernandez-DiStasi and Amanda Crockett about the upcoming production.
Open Space Arts and Playwright Power to Present 100 DAYS Featuring 10-MInute Plays
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Open Space Arts and Playwright Power will present 100 DAYS, a powerful evening of new ten-minute plays featuring characters navigating the realities of today’s political landscape. Learn more!
44 - THE OBAMA MUSICAL to Return to LA and Chicago
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
44 -THE OBAMA MUSICAL will return for second terms, first returning to the Kirk Douglas Theatre and then The Sutdebaker Theater in Chicago. Learn more and see how to attend.
Cast Set for ANGELS IN AMERICA, PARTS ONE AND TWO at Invictus Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
 Full cast and production team have been revealed for Invictus Theatre’s production of Tony Kushner’s monumental two-part play, ANGELS IN AMERICA. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Songbird Theatre Announces Cast for RED AND THE WOLF, A New Folk Opera
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2025
Newly formed Songbird Theatre has announced its inaugural production, Red and the Wolf, an original folk opera by Glen Ellyn native Aaron Zimmerman. Check here for more details!
Review: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Co-Produced by Northlight Theatre and Theater Wit
by Rachel Weinberg - April 18, 2025
Now in its Chicago-area premiere, Joshua Harmon’s Tony-nominated sprawling and ambitious PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC is a searing and inquisitive look at contemporary Judaism and anti-Semitism.
Nominees Announced for The 14th Annual Broadway In Chicago Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced the 24 student nominees for Best Performer in an Actor and Actress role, nominees for Best Ensemble, Best Direction, and Best Production, and this year's show sponsor for the 14th Annual Broadway In Chicago Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards.
LEGALLY BLONDE Begins At The Edge Theater Next Week
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
LEGALLY BLONDE begins performances at The Edge Theater next week. Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams.
Mandala South Asian Performing Arts to Continue 10th Season With ANANTA (ENDLESS)
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
Mandala South Asian Performing Arts will continue its 10th anniversary season with Ananta (Endless), a performance combining original choreography by artist-in-residence Amber Mehta. Learn more!
THE FIRST LADY OF TELEVISION World Premiere and More Set for Northlight 50th Season
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
Northlight Theatre has revealed the 2025-2026 season. The season opens with James Sherman’s new play The First Lady of Television. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
GASLIGHT, MARY JANE, and More Set For Northlight Theatre's 2025-26 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
Northlight Theatre has announced its 50th Anniversary Season. Northlight is celebrating 50 seasons with another year of powerful live theatre that broadens perspectives, deepens compassion, and keeps you entertained throughout the journey.
Full Cast Set For Hell In A Handbag's QUEEN FOR A DAY
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 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.
Links Hall Will Sunset After 47 Years in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
Links Hall in Chicago, IL announced plans to sunset the organization at the end of its current season, June 30th, 2025 with a heartfelt public letter. Read the full letter here.
The Second City Announces 2025 Victor Wong Fellowship Recipients
by A.A. Cristi - April 17, 2025
Legendary comedy institution The Second City has announced the recipients of the third annual Victor Wong Fellowship, a program to train and mentor rising Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) comedic talent.
Photos: Music Theater Works 2025 Producers Gala: LUCK BE A LADY Sets New Fundraising Record
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
Music Theater Works’ annual gala, the Producers Gala, Luck Be a Lady was held Saturday, April 5, at the Michigan Shores Club, 911 Michigan Ave. See photos from the event.
The Jeff Awards Honor 2024 Class Of Jeff Impact Fellows
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
The Jeff Awards has announced the newest recipients of its Jeff Impact Fellowships. The Fellowships, which began in 2023, come with a financial award of $10,000 each to help inspire two early career artists of color in the Greater Chicagoland area.
THE OSTRICH World Premiere Cast And Creative Team Revealed
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
The Terror Cottas and Chicago Park District have announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of The Ostrich, written by Wendy A. Schmidt and directed by Eileen Tull.
The Artistic Home to Present CUT TO THE CHASE Festival at The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
The Artistic Home Studio will present the 2025 edition of its annual CUT TO THE CHASE festival of new one act plays. Learn more about the festival and see how to attend.

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