ANNIE, NUNSENSE and More Set for Drury Lane Theatre 2026/27 Season
Drury Lane will kick off the 2026/27 season with the wedding of the season in Father of the Bride, written by Caroline Francke, plus more.
Leo Lionni's FREDERICK to Kick Off Chicago Children's Theatre's 20th Anniversary Season
Chicago Children’s Theatre, the city’s first and largest professional theater devoted to young audiences, will kick off its 2025-26, 20th anniversary season with Leo Lionni’s Frederick.
Manual Cinema’s CHRISTMAS CAROL Will Return to Chicago’s Studebaker Theater
Chicago’s historic Fine Arts Building and Studebaker Theater just announced the return of Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol to the Studebaker for a limited run this holiday season, December 12–28, 2025.
THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE to Open Saint Sebastian Players' 44th Season
The Saint Sebastian Players will open their 44th 'supernatural' season with the spooky drama The Haunting of Hill House, adapted by F.
ASHLAND AVENUE Extends at The Goodman Theatre in October
Lee Kirk’s new Chicago-set drama Ashland Avenue has added eight performances, extending one week at The Goodman Theatre.
Steppenwolf Theatre to Present John C. Reilly in MISTER ROMANTIC
Steppenwolf Theatre will present John C.
Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN THE MUSICAL at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
A young Frank Abagnale, Jr.
Two River Theater Reveals Curated Events and Expanded Accessiblity Services for MURDER ON THE LINKS
Two River Theater has revealed curated events and expanded accessibility services in conjunction with the world-premiere of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Links.
ComEd & League of Chicago Theatres Award $230,000 in Grants
ComEd and the League of Chicago Theatres awarded $230,000 in Powering the Arts grants to 21 nonprofit organizations across northern Illinois, supporting projects that expand access to cultural programming.
LIVERPOOL LEGENDS "THE COMPLETE BEATLES EXPERIENCE!" Comes to Batavia Fine Arts Centre
Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends are bringing their unforgettable Beatles tribute show to Batavia for one night only! Learn more here.
Kokandy Productions' Sell-Out Chicago Premiere of AMÉLIE Extends
Vive le théâtre! Following a complete sell-out of its original run, Kokandy Productions is pleased to announce three added weeks of performances of its hit summer musical Amélie!
The Joffrey Ballet Celebrates the 10th Anniversary of Christopher Wheeldon's THE NUTCRACKER
This holiday season, The Joffrey Ballet celebrates the 10th anniversary of two-time Tony Award®-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon’s The Nutcracker.
World's Only Trilogy of Theatre Novels Launches September 15
Polarity Ensemble Books will release the third in a series of novels by Richard Engling celebrating the Chicago storefront theatre scene.
Cast Announced for Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago
The production features Peter Hargrave (Scar), David D’Lancy Wilson (Mufasa), Mukelisiwe Goba (Rafiki), Robert Creighton (Timon), Nick LaMedica (Zazu), Danny Grumich (Pumbaa), Gilbert Domally (Simba), and more.
Cast Set for PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Paranormal Activity, an original story based on Paramount Pictures’ terrifying film franchise—now live on stage.
Video: JJ Neimann in CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Marriott Theatre
Get a first look at Marriott Theatre's Catch Me If You Can, the delightfully entertaining musical comedy based on the true story about chasing your dreams and not getting caught.
Video: JJ Niemann in CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Marriott Theatre
Marriott Theatre is presenting Catch Me If You Can.
Cameron Esposito's FEAT World Premiere to be Presented at Steppenwolf Theatre
Steppenwolf Theatre will present award-winning Chicago standup artist Cameron Esposito in FEAT – an all new hour of comedy and storytelling.
MONSTROUS Opens The Impostors Theatre Co.'s Upcoming Season
Following their critically acclaimed and Jeff Nominated season, The Impostors Theatre Co.
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre Reveals Tiffany Gates as its New Executive Director
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, currently celebrating its 26th season, has announced the appointment of Tiffany Gates as its new executive director, effective immediately.
3arts Awards Grants Over $1M to Chicago Artists
The nonprofit organization 3Arts announces the date for its annual 3Arts Awards Celebration, a festive evening of dynamic performances by Chicago artists and the announcement of the recipients of unrestricted grants to artists working in the performing, teaching, and visual arts.
Video: COME FROM AWAY at Paramount Theatre First Look
Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora, the largest subscription house in the U.
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre Names Tiffany Gates as New Executive Director
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre has appointed Tiffany Gates as its new executive director, effective immediately.
2026 IHSMTA School Applications Available Tomorrow
Broadway In Chicago is inviting high schools across the State of Illinois to participate in the 15th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards.
Cast Set for STRANGE CARGO: THE DOOM OF THE DEMETER at City Lit
City Lit’s 45th season will continue in October with the world premiere of Timothy Griffin’s STRANGE CARGO: THE DOOM OF THE DEMETER.
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Windfall Steppenwolf Theatre Company (4/09-5/31) |
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South Pacific Paramount Arts Centre (4/29-6/14) |
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Loki: End of the World Tour LifeLine Theatre Company (4/24-6/14) |
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Friends and Rivals: A Baroque Chamber Concert Westminster Presbyterian Church (6/02-6/02) |
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Bach and the Organ: A Lecture/Demonstration Recital Westminster Presbyterian Church (6/05-6/05) |
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Fiddler On The Roof Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse (4/29-6/27) |
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Adriana Lecouvreur Opera Festival of Chicago (6/28-7/03) |
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Very Verismo! Opera Festival of Chicago (6/13-6/13) |
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Always...Patsy Cline American Blues Theater (5/01-6/07) |
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The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical North Shore Center for the Performing Arts - North Theatre (6/01-8/31) PHOTOS |
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