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Walkabout Theater Company presents the world premiere of THE RAVELING, co-created with Delhi-based theater Guild of the Goat and Toronto vocalist Fides Krucker, playing September 25 – October 13, 2019 at Victory Garden Theater's Prince Charitable Trust Hall, 2433 N.

The Family Crest, The Den Theatre and Jacaranda Collective announce casting for the Chicago premiere of ROMEO AND JULIET: A Spectacular Retelling of The World's Greatest Love Story, Shakespeare's timeless tale cinematically reimagined using live music performed by indie rock darlings and NPR music f

Music Theater Works will present LERNER AND LOEWE'S GREATEST HITS, honoring some of the most famous and beloved shows ever to grace a Broadway stage: BRIGADOON, MY FAIR LADY, GIGI, PAINT YOUR WAGON and CAMELOT.

The American Music Theatre Project (AMTP) at Northwestern University has announced the 2019-2020 workshop series of projects by award-winning music theater creators, which are directed by regional theater directors and performed by students in the AMTP program.

Teatro Vista opens its 2019-20 season with a grand exploration of Mexican American life in the '60s with the Midwest premiere of Hope: Part II of A Mexican Trilogy by Evelina Fernández.

The Passage Theatre (TPT) has announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARS ROVER by Preston Choi, directed by Alison Thvedt.

By popular demand, Mercury Theater Chicago's critically acclaimed production of Monty Python's SPAMALOT will be extended into the fall and winter, with performances now running through December 29.

16th Street Theater's world premiere of Loy A.

Casting is complete for the two a?oedevelopmental productionsa?? featured in Goodman Theatre's 16th annual New Stages Festivala?"a free celebration of new works by some of the country's finest established and emerging playwrights.

Direct from London and Feinstein's 54 New York, and for two nights only, one of Britain's greatest exports, West End musical theatre actor and international cabaret artist Tim McArthur will bring his one-man show to Drew's on Halsted.

On November 16, 2019, the Auditorium Theatre continues its 130th anniversary season with a salute to the living legend Stephen Sondheim in a one-night-only event, directed and produced by local cabaret star Joan Curto.

Named by Chicago Free Press as 'BEST MUSICIAN AND ENTERTAINER', Mark Farris combines his lush baritone, exquisite piano stylings, and good-natured humor to dazzle audiences in piano bars and cabaret lounges throughout the world.

A perfect night of theatre it ain't, but for Meghan Murphy's powerhouse diva and a communal bout of well-earned chuckles, SPAMALOT will leave you choosing wisely.

Sideshow Theatre Company opens its 2019-20 season with the U.

Hell in a Handbag Productions is pleased to bring back its steamy cabaret sensation a?" with a holiday twist! Handbag diva Caitlin Jackson* recreates Bette Midler's historic concert at New York's Continental Baths in BETTE: XMAS AT THE CONTINENTAL BATHS, playing December 6 a?" 31, 2019 at Mary's Att

Akvavit Theatre launches its 2019 season with FAMILY DRAMA: 2 Norwegian Plays, appearing in a double bill September 24 – October 13, 2019 at Rivendell Theatre, 5779 N.

A short film featuring the life of WWII ace fighter pilot Steve Pisanos will premiere at the National Hellenic Museum, Thursday, October 3rd at 6pm.

BroadwayWorld has a look at opening night of Drury Lane Theatre's production of the 2016 Tony Award-winning The Color Purple, with book by Marsha Norman and music and lyrics by Brenda Russel, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray.

Terri McMahon's performance and Theresa Rebeck's script demonstrate that Sarah Bernhardt was not one to back down from a challenge, either on the stage or in life.

The Marriott Theatre, Chicagoland's longest-running professional musical theater located at 10 Marriott Drive Lincolnshire, IL, is thrilled to announce its 2020 blockbuster season.

Greenhouse Theater Center and GLP Productions present the world premiere ofDavid Alex's political drama N, directed by TaRon Patton, playing October 24 a?" November 17, 2019 in The Greenhouse Theater Center's Upstairs Studio, 2257 N.

BroadwayWorld has a first look at Drury Lane Theatre's production of the 2016 Tony Award-winning The Color Purple, with book by Marsha Norman and music and lyrics by Brenda Russel, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray.

Random Acts presents SCARY STORIES: ARE YOU AFRAID?, featuring ten world premiere tales by some of the country's most exciting playwrights.

Ashley Wheater, The Mary B.

Chicago's Eclipse Theatre Company, the only theatre company in the Midwest to focus on a single playwright each season, has announced they will feature the innovative works of Caryl Churchill for the 2020 Season.