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THE LENNON PROJECT Comes to the Raue Center in May
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2025
 SoundTracks Of A Generation will present 'The Lennon Project', a 100-minute retrospective of the songs and life of John Lennon, at Raue Center For The Arts.
Writers Theatre Presents Irish Drama TRANSLATIONS, Directed By Artistic Director Braden Abraham
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2025
Writers Theatre will continue its 2024/25 Season with Brian Friel’s touching Irish drama Translations directed by Braden Abraham. Translations will run April 3 – May 4, 2025 in the Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols Theatre at 325 Tudor Court, Glencoe. 
Chicago Theaters Centering Women's Stories This Women's History Month
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2025
Choices abound for audiences looking to celebrate the stories of women this Women’s History Month on stages all throughout Chicagoland.
Saint Sebastian Players To Stage FIVE WOMEN WEARING THE SAME DRESS In April
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2025
The Saint Sebastian Players will conclude its 43rd season with a humorous and emotional look at the complexities of friendship in Five Women Wearing the Same Dress by Academy Award winner Alan Ball.
MEDEA, SALOME and More Set for Lyric Opera of Chicago 2025/26 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago has revealed the company’s 2025/26 Season, its first complete season featuring Medea, Salome and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set For Citadel Theatre's JUKEBOX FOR THE ALGONQUIN
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2025
Citadel Theatre will close its 2024-25 season with the Chicago premiere of A JUKEBOX FOR THE ALGONQUIN, by Chicago/Skokie-based actor and playwright Paul Stroili.
The Dixon Theatre Reopens After $1.2 Million Renovation
by Joshua Wright - March 10, 2025
The Dixon Theatre reopened on March 2, 2025, after a $1.2 million renovation. Originally opened in 1922, the historic venue has undergone extensive restoration and will host 70 shows in the coming year.
Stand Up Together Fundraiser For California Wildfire Victims Hosted By Katie Rich
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
Stand Up Together, a comedy benefit in support of artists impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires, hosted by Second City and SNL Alum Katie Rich, is planned for Thursday, March 27 at 7:30pm at Laugh Factory Chicago.
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre Names Johanna McKenzie Miller As Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre's Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Johanna McKenzie Miller as Artistic Director, ushering in a new era for its 25th season and beyond.
Hit Production Of OBLITERATION Returns In April
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
Obliteration, LLC & The Revival Theater has announced a limited engagement of Obliteration, written by Andrew Hinderaker, directed by Jonathan Berry, featuring Michael Patrick Thornton and Cyd Blakewell. 
MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN Opens This Month At Trap Door Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
Trap Door Theatre will continue its 31st season of repertory and mainstage combined work with a remount of the Trap Door's hit Mother Courage and her Children.
LIE OF THE MIND Extended At Raven Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has announced the extension of its hit production of Sam Shepard’s A LIE OF THE MIND, now running through March 29, 2025.
12th Estill World Voice Symposium is Coming To Chicago In 2025
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
​​​​​​​The 12th Estill World Voice Symposium at the InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile, bringing together voice professionals, educators, performers, and researchers from around the world.
STEREOPHONIC Will Make Its Chicago Premiere in 2026
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
STEREOPHONIC , the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play, will make its Chicago premiere at the CIBC Theatre in 2026. Learn more about the play and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theater Works
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - March 09, 2025
Guys and Dolls is a show to be seen and enjoyed. Vibrant, energetic and just fun. Sometimes an old fashioned Broadway show is needed. Guys and Dolls is that show.
Get Tickets To All The Comedy Shows Coming To Chicago in March 2025
by Joshua Wright - March 07, 2025
Comedy fans, get ready to laugh out loud! Chicago is gearing up for an exciting lineup of comedy events in March 2025, featuring some of the biggest names in stand-up, improv, and sketch comedy. Whether you're a fan of sharp one-liners, hilarious storytelling, or outrageous characters, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Music At Emory To Present The Music Of Philip Glass This Month
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Pianist Vladimir Milošević and cellist Nemanja Stanković perform a concert of  music of Philip Glass on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 8:00PM at Emory University's Performing Arts Studio. 
HANNAH AND HALMONI SAVE THE WORLD and HEART STRINGS Set for Filament Theatre Spring Season
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Chicago’s Filament Theatre has announced their Spring season, featuring the Midwest Premiere of the interactive HEART STRINGS running March 22 - April 19, 2025; and the World Premiere of HANNAH AND HALMONI SAVE THE WORLD.
Photo: GUYS AND DOLLS At Music Theater Works
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Music Theater Works kicks off its 2025 season with Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, March 6 - 30, 2025. See photos from the production.
Victory Gardens Theater Will Reopen With David Mamet's HENRY JOHNSON
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
The Biograph Theatre, home to the Victory Gardens Theater is set to reopen next month with the midwest premiere of David Mamet's Henry Johnson. The company has been dormant since 2022.
Chicago Opera Theater Will Perform Concert Premiere of REMEDIOS VARIOS PARA LAS AFLICCIONES DEL CUERPO Y EL ESPIRITU
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Chicago Opera Theater will continue its 2024-25 season with the concert premiere of the sixth full-length opera produced through COT's industry leading Vanguard Initiative.
Vaudeville Chicago Receives Grant From National Endowment for the Arts
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
Vaudeville Chicago has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Challenge America award of $10,000. This grant will support a pediatric clown doctor residency at Comer Children's Hospital, University of Chicago Medicine.
Steppenwolf Theatre Company to Present Steppenwolf Gala 2025 in May
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will host Steppenwolf Gala 2025, an unforgettable evening kicking off the theater’s 50th anniversary celebration. Learn more and see how to attend.
Joffrey Ballet to Present Wheeldon's ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
The Joffrey Ballet will close its 69th season with two-time Tony Award-winner Christopher Wheeldon’s family-friendly Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Learn how to attend!
Tickets to HADESTOWN in Chicago on Sale Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2025
Individual tickets for HADESTOWN in Chicago will go on sale on Friday, March 7. Learn more about the upcoming engagement and see how to purchase tickets.

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