Photos & Video: ELVIS WAS A BLACK MAN NAMED JOE at Black Ensemble Theater
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2025
Black Ensemble Theater is presenting the World Premiere of Elvis Was a Black Man Named Joe written and directed by Jackie Taylor. See photos and video here!
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2025
Black Ensemble Theater is presenting the World Premiere of Elvis Was a Black Man Named Joe written and directed by Jackie Taylor. See photos and video here!
Penn & Teller Coming to The Chicago Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2025
Penn & Teller, magic’s legendary duo, will bring their 50th Anniversary Tour to The Chicago Theatre on Friday, October 24, 2025 at 8:00PM. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, April 4 at 10:00AM CT.
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2025
Penn & Teller, magic’s legendary duo, will bring their 50th Anniversary Tour to The Chicago Theatre on Friday, October 24, 2025 at 8:00PM. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, April 4 at 10:00AM CT.
Porchlight Music Theatre's Education Department to Launch Two New Hobbyist Programs
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2025
Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre’s Education Department is launching new hobbyist programs beginning this spring and running through the fall. Learn more about the programs here!
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2025
Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre’s Education Department is launching new hobbyist programs beginning this spring and running through the fall. Learn more about the programs here!
Driehaus Museum and Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association Partner For Murphy Auditorium Concert Series
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2025
The Driehaus Museum and Chicago Symphony Orchestra has announced a partnership on a new three-part chamber concert series in the historic Murphy Auditorium. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2025
The Driehaus Museum and Chicago Symphony Orchestra has announced a partnership on a new three-part chamber concert series in the historic Murphy Auditorium. Learn more here!
Arts Judaica Announces Showcase Performance Of Youth-Oriented Holocaust Drama SURVIVORS
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
Arts Judaica, the live theater/music/education organization that was launched in 2024 with the Chicago premiere of the stage drama THE BERLIN DIARIES, has announced four showcase performances of Wendy Kout’s play SURVIVORS.
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
Arts Judaica, the live theater/music/education organization that was launched in 2024 with the Chicago premiere of the stage drama THE BERLIN DIARIES, has announced four showcase performances of Wendy Kout’s play SURVIVORS.
Paramount Theatre's Circus-Themed Revival Of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS Begins In April
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
The Jellicle Ball is about to begin under the big top when Paramount Theatre brings audience circus-themed revival of Cats, music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, directed by Trent Stork, April 30-June 15, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
The Jellicle Ball is about to begin under the big top when Paramount Theatre brings audience circus-themed revival of Cats, music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, directed by Trent Stork, April 30-June 15, 2025.
Chicago Opera Theater Reveals 2025/26 Season Featuring Chicago Premieres and More
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
Chicago Opera Theater has unveiled its 2025/26 Season. The season centers around three operas never before seen in Chicago and more. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
Chicago Opera Theater has unveiled its 2025/26 Season. The season centers around three operas never before seen in Chicago and more. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.
Videos: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Paramount’s Copley Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is pure F-U-N at Paramount’s Copley Theatre in downtown Aurora. Watch videos of 'My Friend, the Dictionary,' 'Magic Foot,' and more!
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is pure F-U-N at Paramount’s Copley Theatre in downtown Aurora. Watch videos of 'My Friend, the Dictionary,' 'Magic Foot,' and more!
Open Space Arts' IT'S BEEN TEN YEARS SINCE EVERYONE DIED - Extends
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
Open Space Arts will extend the run of its production of “it's been ten years since everyone died. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
Open Space Arts will extend the run of its production of “it's been ten years since everyone died. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Lyric Opera House to Present EXPLORE YOUR LYRIC Choose Your Own Opera Adventure
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
Audiences of all ages can step into the world of opera at Explore Your Lyric, an immersive, hands-on event where visitors choose their own adventure by navigating through a host of special opportunities and performances. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
Audiences of all ages can step into the world of opera at Explore Your Lyric, an immersive, hands-on event where visitors choose their own adventure by navigating through a host of special opportunities and performances. Learn more!
PASS OVER and More Set for Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre 2025 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre has revealed its 2025 season, including a world premiere, a play festival and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre has revealed its 2025 season, including a world premiere, a play festival and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Oil Lamp Theater's SPARK CENTER is Now Offering Summer Camps, Adult and Youth Classes and More
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater has opened the SPARK CENTER for the Performing Arts. The inaugural offerings of the SPARK CENTER include Summer Camps and Youth and Adult Education classes. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater has opened the SPARK CENTER for the Performing Arts. The inaugural offerings of the SPARK CENTER include Summer Camps and Youth and Adult Education classes. Learn more!
Review: SUNNY AFTERNOON at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Rachel Weinberg - March 30, 2025
If you enjoy the music of The Kinks, you’ll enjoy SUNNY AFTERNOON.
by Rachel Weinberg - March 30, 2025
If you enjoy the music of The Kinks, you’ll enjoy SUNNY AFTERNOON.
New Opera THE LISTENERS to Come to Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Emmy Rice - March 29, 2025
Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek’s The Listeners will the Lyric Opera of Chicago stage beginning Sunday, March 30 for a limited run of five performances.
by Emmy Rice - March 29, 2025
Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek’s The Listeners will the Lyric Opera of Chicago stage beginning Sunday, March 30 for a limited run of five performances.
AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEEN Begins In April by Story Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 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.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 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.
THE WHOLE SEAMUS THING Opens In April 11 At Bramble Arts Loft
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2025
THE WHOLE SEAMUS THING will run for six performances only, from April 11th through April 19th at Bramble Arts Loft, 5545 N Clark St, Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2025
THE WHOLE SEAMUS THING will run for six performances only, from April 11th through April 19th at Bramble Arts Loft, 5545 N Clark St, Chicago.
Music Institute Will Spotlight Composer Florence Price
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2025
The Music Institute of Chicago's “One Composer, One Community,” which focuses on the life and music of a single, under-represented composer during the course of an academic year, is featuring the late composer Florence Price.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2025
The Music Institute of Chicago's “One Composer, One Community,” which focuses on the life and music of a single, under-represented composer during the course of an academic year, is featuring the late composer Florence Price.
Review: IT'S BEEN TEN YEARS SINCE EVERYBODY DIED at Open Space Arts
by Zac Thriffiley - March 27, 2025
IT’S BEEN TEN YEARS SINCE EVERYBODY DIED misses the mark on both scares and astute social commentary, but through no fault of its talented and refreshingly diverse cast.
by Zac Thriffiley - March 27, 2025
IT’S BEEN TEN YEARS SINCE EVERYBODY DIED misses the mark on both scares and astute social commentary, but through no fault of its talented and refreshingly diverse cast.
THE BOOK OF GRACE & More Lead Chicago's April 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - March 27, 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 April 2025 include Steppenwolf's The Book of Grace and more!
by Team BWW - March 27, 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 April 2025 include Steppenwolf's The Book of Grace and more!
Conductor James Gaffigan to Return to the Chicago Symphony and More
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2025
American conductor James Gaffigan will embark on three upcoming U.S. engagements, leading performances with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2025
American conductor James Gaffigan will embark on three upcoming U.S. engagements, leading performances with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Chiké Johnson and James Vincent Meredith to Star in HYMN at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast of Hymn. Legendary Chicago director Ron OJ Parson leads a Chicago cast and creative team. See who is starring and learn more about the production!
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast of Hymn. Legendary Chicago director Ron OJ Parson leads a Chicago cast and creative team. See who is starring and learn more about the production!
DREAM HOU$E & More Set for Refracted Theatre Company 2025 - 2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2025
Refracted Theatre Company has shared its 2025 season, including Dream Hou$e, written by Eliana Pipes and directed by Laura Alcalá Baker, and Role Call, Refracted’s series of free, community reading series.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2025
Refracted Theatre Company has shared its 2025 season, including Dream Hou$e, written by Eliana Pipes and directed by Laura Alcalá Baker, and Role Call, Refracted’s series of free, community reading series.
Video: Watch the Trailer For SUNNY AFTERNOON at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has released a trailer for its highly anticipated North American Premiere musical event Sunny Afternoon. Watch the video now!
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has released a trailer for its highly anticipated North American Premiere musical event Sunny Afternoon. Watch the video now!
South Chicago Dance Theatre To Perform At The Auditorium In May
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
The Auditorium will welcome back the eclectic energy of hometown favorite South Chicago Dance Theatre (SCDT) with IN/WITHIN, a mixed repertory program in one performance only Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 PM.
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
The Auditorium will welcome back the eclectic energy of hometown favorite South Chicago Dance Theatre (SCDT) with IN/WITHIN, a mixed repertory program in one performance only Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 PM.
The Den Theatre Welcomes Paula Poundstone, Tim Meadows and More for May Comedy Shows
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
The Den Theatre has announced upcoming May 2025 shows at the theatre’s Wicker Park stages including Juno Birch: The Probed Tour on May 1; Fern Brady: I Gave You Milk To Drink on May 3; Guy Branum: Be Fruitful on May 6; Kurt Braunohler on May 8; Daphnique Springs on May 9; And Then We… Podcast on May 11; Love Isn’t Blind on May 15; Paula Poundstone on May 17; Orny Adams on May 24; Caroline Baniewicz on May 29; and Tim Meadows on May 30 - 31.
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
The Den Theatre has announced upcoming May 2025 shows at the theatre’s Wicker Park stages including Juno Birch: The Probed Tour on May 1; Fern Brady: I Gave You Milk To Drink on May 3; Guy Branum: Be Fruitful on May 6; Kurt Braunohler on May 8; Daphnique Springs on May 9; And Then We… Podcast on May 11; Love Isn’t Blind on May 15; Paula Poundstone on May 17; Orny Adams on May 24; Caroline Baniewicz on May 29; and Tim Meadows on May 30 - 31.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
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American English
Raue Center For The Arts (12/31 - 12/31) | |
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Hanukkah Shmanukkah
Greenhouse Theater (12/18 - 12/21) | |
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Amadeus
Steppenwolf Theatre Company (11/6 - 1/4) | |
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Elton Rohn
Raue Center For The Arts (12/27 - 12/27) | |
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HADESTOWN
Prairie Home Alliance Theater (1/6 - 1/7) | |
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& Juliet
Auditorium Theater (7/22 - 8/2) | |
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South Pacific
Paramount Theatre (4/29 - 6/14) | |
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The Saturday Social Club W/ The Allman Brothers and Stevie Ray
BaseCamp Pub (2/7 - 2/7) | |
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SUFFS
CIBC Theatre (7/7 - 7/19) | |
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