LIGHTS, CAMERA, DISTRACTION! Sketch Show is Coming to Second City's Donny's Skybox Theater
Lights, Camera, Distraction! is an hour-long sketch show that spoofs, subverts, and satirizes the silver screen moments that defined us.
Chicago Theater Newsroom — Page 38
Rivendell Theatre to Host Benefit Screening of GHOSTLIGHT With Cast and Filmmakers
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble is kicking off its 30th Anniversary Season Campaign with a special benefit screening event with the filmmakers and cast of the critically acclaimed, award winning, independent film Ghostlight by Kelly O’Sullivan and Alex Thompson.
Paramount Theatre to Present IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS
Paramount Theatre in Aurora will stage Irving Berlin’s White Christmas from November 12, 2025, to January 11, 2026, with opening night on Friday, November 21 at 7 p.
BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA Full Cast Announced at A Red Orchid Theatre
A Red Orchid Theatre will continue its 33rd season with the Chicago premiere of Anna Ouyang Moench’s Birds of North America, directed by Artistic Director Kirsten Fitzgerald, running January 15 – February 22, 2026.
Christopher Donahue and More to Star in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Goodman
Holiday cheer will return to The Goodman for the 48th consecutive year with the Centennial Season production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.
CHICKA CHICKA BOOM BOOM National Tour To Play Chicago This November
After a world premiere at Seattle Children's Theatre, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical is gearing up to take its joy-filled, family-favorite production on the road.
THANKSGIVING LEFTOVERS Will Play Second City’s Judy’s Beat Lounge In November
Thanksgiving Leftovers, a new sketch comedy revue from Don’t Quit Productions, will play a three-week engagement at Judy’s Beat Lounge at The Second City on November 6, 13, and 20 at 8:30 p.
Music Institute to Spotlight the Joy Of Music in Concert in November
The Music Institute of Chicago will present a joyful afternoon of performances by members of its world-class faculty, as well as selected students and alumni from its Community Music School and Academy.
Music Institute to Present Pianist Matt Hagle in JESTERS AND GARGOYLES
The Music Institute of Chicago will welcome faculty pianist Matthew Hagle for 'Jesters and Gargoyles: Humor, Imagination, and Virtuosity in the Piano Repertoire'.
Veronica Garza to Bring R-rated Cindy-Lou Who Back To Theater Wit in November
Remember little Cindy-Lou Who, who was not more than two? What became of that tot, after that Grinch and what-not? Find out when Cindy-Lou Who returns to Chicago's Theater Wit for her fifth season of bawdy holiday hilarity in Who's Holiday!
Lyric Opera Of Chicago Reveals New Board Leadership
Lyric Opera of Chicago has announced that Sylvia Neil, Chair of its Board of Directors, will step down in May 2026.
Skokie Theatre Will Present THE HEART AND SOUL OF THE BEATLES In November
Skokie Theatre will present The Heart and Soul of The Beatles on November 29, 2025, at 7:30 p.
Skokie Theatre Will Present HAMMERSTEIN TIME In November
The Skokie Theatre will present Hammerstein Time on November 30, celebrating the 130th birthday of Oscar Hammerstein II.
Photos: AMADEUS In Rehearsal At Steppenwolf Theatre
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has released rehearsal photos for its upcoming production of Peter Shaffer’s Amadeus, directed by Tony Award winner Robert Falls in his Steppenwolf debut.
Cast Set for Marti Lyons' THE TAMING OF THE SHREW at Court Theatre
Court Theatre will present William Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, adapted and directed by Marti Lyons.
Cast and Creative Team Set For Remy Bumppo's HEDDA GABLER at Theater Wit
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company's 30th anniversary season will continue with Hedda Gabler, adapted by Christopher Shinn, based on the literal translation by Anne-Charlotte Hanes Harvey and directed by Artistic Director Marti Lyons.
VEAL World Premiere Extended At A Red Orchid Theatre
A Red Orchid Theatre’s world premiere of Jojo Jones’ Veal, directed by dado, extends through November 9, 2025.
Tony Award-Winner Beth Leavel To Receive Sarah Siddons Society's 2025 Award
Tony Award winner Beth Leavel will receive the 2025 Sarah Siddons Society Award at the organization’s annual benefit on November 17, 2025, at The Arts Club of Chicago.
The Goodman to Mark 100 Years With Upcoming 100 FREE ACTS OF THEATER Events
As part of its anniversary season celebration, The Goodman revealed fall/winter offerings of its 100 Free Acts of Theater initiative.
PIVOT World Premiere and More Set for Rivendell 30th Anniversary Season
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble has unveiled its 30th Anniversary Season of new plays written by women, and its annual new play festival.
Photos: Redtwist Theatre's CHICAGO: QUEERLY ADAPTED FROM THE PLAY YOU'VE NEVER HEARD OF THAT INSPIRED THE MUSICAL YOU CAN'T GET AWAY FROM
CHICAGO: QUEERLY ADAPTED FROM THE PLAY YOU'VE NEVER HEARD OF THAT INSPIRED THE MUSICAL YOU CAN'T GET AWAY FROM at Redtwist Theatre released production photos of its world premiere.
THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF GEORGE MICHAEL Returns To The McAninch Arts Center In November
Following a sold-out performance in February 2024, the McAninch Arts Center (MAC) will welcome back The Life and Music of George Michael on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 7 p.
Photos: JEKYLL & HYDE At The Chopin Theatre
Kokandy Productions has released photos of its new production of Jekyll & Hyde — the first Chicago staging of the gothic musical in more than 15 years.
Wild Door Theater to Make Chicago Debut with SMOKEFALL at Theater Wit
A new voice joins Chicago’s vibrant theater scene this fall as Wild Door Theater launches its inaugural production, Smokefall.
Musical Comedian Plucky Rosenthal to Bring New Live Game Show To Chicago's Newport Theater
Chicago cabaret darling Plucky Rosenthal will produce and hosts a new live game show at the Newport Theater.
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EWP presents Robbie Fulks & Griffin William Sherry Showcase Raue Center For The Arts (8/07-8/07) |
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Hedwig and the Angry Inch Catalyst Ranch (7/09-7/26) |
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Elgin Symphony Orchestra Raue Center For The Arts (12/11-12/11) |
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Annie The Little Theatre On The Square (7/16-7/26) |
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Shreya Ghoshal NOW Arena (9/11-9/11) |
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Rhythm World 36 Grand Finale - PLATFORM Premieres Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago (8/08-8/08) |
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Paula Poundstone Raue Center For The Arts (9/12-9/12) VIDEOS |
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Chicago Cabaret Artists Performing with The Brass Tracks Jazz Orchestra North & Maple Kitchen (7/01-9/02) |
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The Dave Matthews Tribute Band Raue Center For The Arts (9/25-9/25) |