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Goodman Theatre and DCASE to Present PRODUCE 100 FREE ACTS OF THEATER

Goodman Theatre and DCASE to Present PRODUCE 100 FREE ACTS OF THEATER

by BWW News Desk — July 14, 2025
Goodman Theatre is teamig up with Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) to generate an unprecedented celebration of the artistic fabric of Chicago, offered entirely FREE of charge.
Ana Gasteyer To Headline The Auditorium Gala in October

Ana Gasteyer To Headline The Auditorium Gala in October

by BWW News Desk — July 14, 2025
Broadway, film & TV star and former Saturday Night Live cast member Ana Gasteyer will headline The Auditorium's 2025 Annual Gala at the Palmer House.
Photos: Blank Theatre Company Presents PASSION

Photos: Blank Theatre Company Presents PASSION

by BWW News Desk — July 14, 2025
PASSION is Blank's twelfth full-length production, and is now running.
Photos: QUEEN FOR A DAY at Hell in a Handbag Productions

Photos: QUEEN FOR A DAY at Hell in a Handbag Productions

by Emmy Rice — July 13, 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.
Video: The Cast of BILLIE JEAN at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre

Video: The Cast of BILLIE JEAN at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre

by Emmy Rice — July 12, 2025
The comapny of Billie Jean at the Chicago Theatre shares their thoughts and excitement for the upcoming production from the rehearsal room! The production runs July 18–August 10, 2025, in The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Steppenwolf Associates to Host FÊTE FOR 50 at Povos Gallery

Steppenwolf Associates to Host FÊTE FOR 50 at Povos Gallery

by BWW News Desk — July 11, 2025
Join Steppenwolf’s Associates Board and other young professionals from across Chicagoland for the group’s signature fundraising event, FÊTE FOR 50.
Cast Set for THE MARK World Premiere at Babes With Blades

Cast Set for THE MARK World Premiere at Babes With Blades

by BWW News Desk — July 11, 2025
Babes with Blades has revealed the cast and creative team today for The Mark, written by BWBTC Ensemble Member Jillian Leff.
The Orion Ensemble Reveals 33rd Season Concert Lineup

The Orion Ensemble Reveals 33rd Season Concert Lineup

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
The Orion Ensemble has announced its 33rd season, a four-concert series filled with beloved classics, new discoveries, forgotten gems and a world premiere.
Broadway In Chicago and Metra Announce Free Train Travel With Tickets to Disney’s B

Broadway In Chicago and Metra Announce Free Train Travel With Tickets to Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
Broadway In Chicago and Metra are partnering to offer theatergoers free round-trip train travel to Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, now playing at the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W.
North American Tour of Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Opens Tonight in Chicago

North American Tour of Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Opens Tonight in Chicago

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
The highly anticipated North American tour of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast officially opens tonight, July 10, at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W.
Cast Set for DIAL M FOR MURDER at Drury Lane Theatre

Cast Set for DIAL M FOR MURDER at Drury Lane Theatre

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
Drury Lane Theatre is continuing its 2025/26 season with the modern thriller Dial M for Murder, in a new adaptation by Jeffrey Hatcher from the original by Frederick Knott.
League of Chicago Theatres to Host 2025 Spotlight Gala in August

League of Chicago Theatres to Host 2025 Spotlight Gala in August

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
The League of Chicago Theatres will present the 2025 Spotlight Gala, A Night Under the Big Top – A Whimsical Affair for the Theatre Kid in You.
PUPPY SONGS: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Annoyance Theatre

PUPPY SONGS: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Annoyance Theatre

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
Viral internet sensation Puppy Songs is coming to Chicago and bringing his Musical Journey to the Annoyance Theatre! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
Celebrate The Music Of Billy Joel With SIMPLY BILLY Live At Raue Center

Celebrate The Music Of Billy Joel With SIMPLY BILLY Live At Raue Center

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
Fans of the Piano Man, get ready! Raue Center For The Arts will present Simply Billy: A Tribute to Billy Joel in August.
Tickets to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Chicago on Sale This Week

Tickets to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Chicago on Sale This Week

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
Tickets to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will go on sale this week for its engagement at Broadway In Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre.
Photos: MARY POPPINS at Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse

Photos: MARY POPPINS at Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
Boasting warmth, humor, magic and unforgettable songs including 'A Spoonful of Sugar,' 'Chim Chim Cher-ee,' 'Let's Go Fly a Kite' and 'Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,' an Oscar-winning family classic becomes a Tony-winning stage musical in the Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse's debut of MARY POPPINS.
Collaboraction Introduces 2025 Youth Ensemble: The Light

Collaboraction Introduces 2025 Youth Ensemble: The Light

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
Collaboraction Theatre has announced the 2025 youth ensemble of The Light, its groundbreaking training program for Chicago teens.
New Annoyance Play BULL Reimagines A '90s Basketball Dynasty

New Annoyance Play BULL Reimagines A '90s Basketball Dynasty

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
Starting August 7, the original comedic play BULL takes over the mainstage at The Annoyance Theatre every Thursday night through September 11.
ARTEMIS BOOKS & THE WELL-MEANING MAN World Premiere is Coming to The Village Theater

ARTEMIS BOOKS & THE WELL-MEANING MAN World Premiere is Coming to The Village Theater

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
The Village Theater of Chicago is staging their first production: Artemis Books & The Well Meaning Man, written by Paul Michael Thomson and directed by Clara Zucker.
Subscriptions On Sale To The Public For The MAC's 25-26 Season

Subscriptions On Sale To The Public For The MAC's 25-26 Season

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
Subscriptions to the McAninch Arts Center 2025-2026 season are are now available to the public.
Cast And Creative Team Set for A NEW BRAIN at PrideArts

Cast And Creative Team Set for A NEW BRAIN at PrideArts

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
PrideArts has revealed the full cast and production team for A NEW BRAIN, the opening production of its 2025-26 season.
Tony Kushner and Tracy Baim Will Appear in ANGELS IN AMERICA Post-show Talkbacks at I

Tony Kushner and Tracy Baim Will Appear in ANGELS IN AMERICA Post-show Talkbacks at Invictus Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
Tony Kushner and Tracy Baim will appear in separate ANGELS IN AMERICA post-show talkbacks following two Sunday matinee performances of PART TWO: PERESTROIKA.
Raue Center Celebrates THE WOODSTOCK ERA at Live Concert Event

Raue Center Celebrates THE WOODSTOCK ERA at Live Concert Event

by BWW News Desk — July 8, 2025
​​​​​​​Raue Center For The Arts invites music lovers and peace seekers alike to relive the magic of the 1969 Woodstock Festival with 'The Woodstock Era,' a live concert experience taking place on Saturday, August 16 at 7 p.
Trap Door Theatre Unveils 2025–2026 Season Featuring U.S. Premiere of GREEN CORRIDO

Trap Door Theatre Unveils 2025–2026 Season Featuring U.S. Premiere of GREEN CORRIDORS and More

by BWW News Desk — July 8, 2025
Trap Door Theatre has announced its 2025–2026 season, featuring Green Corridors by Natalka Vorozhbyt, a new adaptation of Le Bal, a Sławomir Mrozek play festival, and three Trap Open works by emerging voices.
Photos: BIG TIME TOPPERS at Redtwist Theatre

Photos: BIG TIME TOPPERS at Redtwist Theatre

by BWW News Desk — July 8, 2025
Chicago’s Theatre L’Acadie has released production images of Patrick Vermillion’s Big Time Toppers, directed by Brandii Champagne.

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