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.
Red Theater Announces Cast Of KAIROS By Lisa Sanaye Dring
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
Red Theater has announcef the cast and creative team for our premiere of Lisa Sanaye Dring's Kairos, directed by Artistic Director Clare Brennan, running April 23 - May 18, 2025 at The Edge Off Broadway.
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
Red Theater has announcef the cast and creative team for our premiere of Lisa Sanaye Dring's Kairos, directed by Artistic Director Clare Brennan, running April 23 - May 18, 2025 at The Edge Off Broadway.
Liz Callaway to Set to Perform at at The Studebaker Theater in June
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
Tony nominee and Emmy winner Liz Callaway will return to her hometown with her Grammy-nominated tribute to Stephen Sondheim, To Steve With Love: Liz Callaway Celebrates Sondheim. Learn how to see Callaway in Chicago!
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
Tony nominee and Emmy winner Liz Callaway will return to her hometown with her Grammy-nominated tribute to Stephen Sondheim, To Steve With Love: Liz Callaway Celebrates Sondheim. Learn how to see Callaway in Chicago!
Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino To Return To NYC For 50th Anniversary Tour
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
Southern Italy's legendary maranta roots band Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino will return to NYC to celebrate their 50th Anniversary with a special show at East Village music venue Drom.
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
Southern Italy's legendary maranta roots band Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino will return to NYC to celebrate their 50th Anniversary with a special show at East Village music venue Drom.
THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT Now Extended at Oil Lamp Theater
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater’s The Lifespan of a Fact, written by Jeremy Kareken, David Murrell and Gordon Farrell, is now extended. Learn more about the run of the show and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater’s The Lifespan of a Fact, written by Jeremy Kareken, David Murrell and Gordon Farrell, is now extended. Learn more about the run of the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Lyric Opera of Chicago Receives Historic Gift From Penelope Steiner
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
The leadership of Lyric Opera of Chicago has received a transformational gift from longtime supporter and Vice Chair of its Board of Directors Penelope Steiner. Learn more.
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025
The leadership of Lyric Opera of Chicago has received a transformational gift from longtime supporter and Vice Chair of its Board of Directors Penelope Steiner. Learn more.
Porchlight Music Theatre's TITANIQUE Extended By Popular Demand
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2025
Broadway In Chicago and Porchlight Music Theatre have announced that the 2023 Lortel Award-winning musical comedy TITANIQUE, featuring an all-Chicago cast, is now playing and has been extended by popular demand.
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2025
Broadway In Chicago and Porchlight Music Theatre have announced that the 2023 Lortel Award-winning musical comedy TITANIQUE, featuring an all-Chicago cast, is now playing and has been extended by popular demand.
Paula Poundstone To Headline At The Den Theatre This May
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2025
The Den Theatre has announced that comedy icon Paula Poundstone is set to headline two shows, one night only on Saturday May 17, 2025 at 7:15 and 9:30 p.m. on the Wicker Park theatre's Heath Mainstage at 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave.
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2025
The Den Theatre has announced that comedy icon Paula Poundstone is set to headline two shows, one night only on Saturday May 17, 2025 at 7:15 and 9:30 p.m. on the Wicker Park theatre's Heath Mainstage at 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Cast and Creative Team Set for GARY: A SEQUEL TO TITUS ANDRONICUS at Redtwist Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2025
Redtwist Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for Taylor Mac’s Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2025
Redtwist Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for Taylor Mac’s Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
INTO THE WOODS, CORONATION, and More Nomination For Non-Equity Jeff Awards
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2025
The Joseph Jefferson Awards has announced the recipients for theater excellence among Non-Equity theater during the 2024 season. Check out the full list of winners here!
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2025
The Joseph Jefferson Awards has announced the recipients for theater excellence among Non-Equity theater during the 2024 season. Check out the full list of winners here!
Photos: HOW I BECAME A PIRATE At Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2025
Rock Island's Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse is presenting the eagerly awaited return of the family comedy HOW I BECAME A PIRATE. Running March 25 through April 19. Check out photos of the production.
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2025
Rock Island's Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse is presenting the eagerly awaited return of the family comedy HOW I BECAME A PIRATE. Running March 25 through April 19. Check out photos of the production.
Hell In A Handbag's SCARY TOWN World Premiere Begins In April At The Clutch
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2025
Hell in a Handbag Productions will continue its 2024/25 Season with the world premiere of Scary Town, Artistic Director David Cerda's semi-autobiographical tale about growing up, seeing things differently and questioning your very existence – as told through the lens of a little brown bunny.
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2025
Hell in a Handbag Productions will continue its 2024/25 Season with the world premiere of Scary Town, Artistic Director David Cerda's semi-autobiographical tale about growing up, seeing things differently and questioning your very existence – as told through the lens of a little brown bunny.
GUENTHER STEINER: UNFILTERED LIVE Comes To Chicago For One Night Only
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2025
Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts as former Haas F1 team principal and star of Netflix's smash hit docuseries Drive to Survive, Guenther Steiner, comes to Broadway In Chicago for one night only on November 15, 2025 at the CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.) for a hugely entertaining all-areas-access conversation spanning a decade inside Formula 1.
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2025
Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts as former Haas F1 team principal and star of Netflix's smash hit docuseries Drive to Survive, Guenther Steiner, comes to Broadway In Chicago for one night only on November 15, 2025 at the CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.) for a hugely entertaining all-areas-access conversation spanning a decade inside Formula 1.
Jeff Parker to Lead the Cast of the THE DA VINCI CODE Regional Premiere at Drury Lane Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2025
Drury Lane Theatre has revealed the cast for its thrilling Chicago Premiere of The Da Vinci Code, based on the novel by Dan Brown, adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel, and directed by Elizabeth Margolius. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2025
Drury Lane Theatre has revealed the cast for its thrilling Chicago Premiere of The Da Vinci Code, based on the novel by Dan Brown, adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel, and directed by Elizabeth Margolius. Learn more!
PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC to Open at Northlight Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2025
Northlight Theatre will continue its 2024–2025 season with Joshua Harmon’s celebrated play Prayer for the French Republic, directed by Jeremy Wechsler. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2025
Northlight Theatre will continue its 2024–2025 season with Joshua Harmon’s celebrated play Prayer for the French Republic, directed by Jeremy Wechsler. Learn more!
Cast Set for The Second City e.t.c.'s 49th Revue, Celebrating 65 Years
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2025
The Second City has revealed the cast and crew of The Second City e.t.c.’s 49th Revue. Second City Mainstage and e.t.c. alum Anthony LeBlanc will direct this production. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2025
The Second City has revealed the cast and crew of The Second City e.t.c.’s 49th Revue. Second City Mainstage and e.t.c. alum Anthony LeBlanc will direct this production. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Special Offer: BETRAYAL at Goodman Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - March 21, 2025
Special Offer for 'Betrayal' at Goodman Theatre -- must close March 30. Stage and screen stars Helen Hunt (Oscar, Emmy, Golden Globe Awards), Robert Sean Leonard (Tony Award) and Ian Barford (Tony Award nominee) form the “eternal triangle” in Susan V. Booth’s major revival of Pinter’s famed masterwork.
by BWW Special Offer - March 21, 2025
Special Offer for 'Betrayal' at Goodman Theatre -- must close March 30. Stage and screen stars Helen Hunt (Oscar, Emmy, Golden Globe Awards), Robert Sean Leonard (Tony Award) and Ian Barford (Tony Award nominee) form the “eternal triangle” in Susan V. Booth’s major revival of Pinter’s famed masterwork.
XAVIER MORTIMER: MASTER OF MAGIC Is Now Playing Through Sunday Only
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2025
Broadway In Chicago and Starvox Touring has announced XAVIER MORTIMER: MASTER OF MAGIC is now playing at Broadway In Chicago's CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.).
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2025
Broadway In Chicago and Starvox Touring has announced XAVIER MORTIMER: MASTER OF MAGIC is now playing at Broadway In Chicago's CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.).
American Blues Reveals Winner of 2025 Blue Ink Award for Playwriting
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2025
American Blues Theater has revealed the recipient of the 2025 Blue Ink Award is Alyssa Haddad-Chin for her play You Should Be So Lucky. Learn more about Haddad-Chin and about the award.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2025
American Blues Theater has revealed the recipient of the 2025 Blue Ink Award is Alyssa Haddad-Chin for her play You Should Be So Lucky. Learn more about Haddad-Chin and about the award.
Review: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BE at Paramount Theatre
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - March 20, 2025
The newest production at the Copley Theatre in Aurora is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. It’s the story of “12” year olds competing in a spelling bee. Under the direction of Jeff Award-winning Stephen Schellhardt and a set designed by Lauren M. Nichols showcasing a gymnasium, this group of actors brings forth the anxieties, awkwardness, innocence, doubt, fear and ultimately joy of this age group.
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - March 20, 2025
The newest production at the Copley Theatre in Aurora is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. It’s the story of “12” year olds competing in a spelling bee. Under the direction of Jeff Award-winning Stephen Schellhardt and a set designed by Lauren M. Nichols showcasing a gymnasium, this group of actors brings forth the anxieties, awkwardness, innocence, doubt, fear and ultimately joy of this age group.
A Short Leap Theatre Co. To Produce Beth Hyland's Dark Comedy CLEARING
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2025
Beth Hyland's 'Clearing,' a dark comedy that explores feminism through the distorted eyes of perfectionism, will be produced by A Short Leap Theatre Co. April 4-27 at Portage Arts Lofts in Portage Park, 4041 N. Milwaukee Ave.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2025
Beth Hyland's 'Clearing,' a dark comedy that explores feminism through the distorted eyes of perfectionism, will be produced by A Short Leap Theatre Co. April 4-27 at Portage Arts Lofts in Portage Park, 4041 N. Milwaukee Ave.
SWEET CHARITY Full Cast & Creative Team Unveiled At Blank Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2025
Blank Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first show of their 2025 season, SWEET CHARITY, music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Dorothy Fields, and a book by Neil Simon.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2025
Blank Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first show of their 2025 season, SWEET CHARITY, music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Dorothy Fields, and a book by Neil Simon.
Brittney Mack, Aeriel Williams and More to Star in THE COLOR PURPLE at Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2025
The Color Purple is set to take the stage of the Goodman’s Albert Theatre this summer. Lili-Anne Brown 21-member company is led by Chicago talent—including Brittney Mack and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2025
The Color Purple is set to take the stage of the Goodman’s Albert Theatre this summer. Lili-Anne Brown 21-member company is led by Chicago talent—including Brittney Mack and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Porchlight Reveals Dancers and Young Performers for CHICAGO SINGS 30 YEARS OF PORCHLIGHT
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2025
Porchlight Music Theatre has revealed the young performers and dancers who will be joining its previously unveiled slate of Porchlight favorites and special guests at its annual fundraising concert. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2025
Porchlight Music Theatre has revealed the young performers and dancers who will be joining its previously unveiled slate of Porchlight favorites and special guests at its annual fundraising concert. Learn more!
Latina Comedy Festival to Team Up With The Lincoln Lodge For 2025 Return
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2025
The Latina Comedy Festival is back and bigger than ever, set to launch its 4th annual festival with a new partnership with The Lincoln Lodge, Chicago's premier independent, non-profit comedy club. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2025
The Latina Comedy Festival is back and bigger than ever, set to launch its 4th annual festival with a new partnership with The Lincoln Lodge, Chicago's premier independent, non-profit comedy club. Learn more!
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