Arts Judaica Will Stage SURVIVORS
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2025
Arts Judaica will stage Wendy Kout’s play SURVIVORS as its next production. The touring production will be especially appropriate for schools, synagogues, churches, and community groups.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2025
Arts Judaica will stage Wendy Kout’s play SURVIVORS as its next production. The touring production will be especially appropriate for schools, synagogues, churches, and community groups.
THE CAVE Extended at A Red Orchid Theatre Through Late March
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2025
A Red Orchid Theatre is extending the World Premiere of Ensemble Member Sadieh Rifai’s THE CAVE, directed by Alex Mallory. Learn more and see how to attend performances.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2025
A Red Orchid Theatre is extending the World Premiere of Ensemble Member Sadieh Rifai’s THE CAVE, directed by Alex Mallory. Learn more and see how to attend performances.
Review: CLUE: LIVE ON STAGE! Presented By Broadway In Chicago
by Zac Thriffiley - February 24, 2025
While the play may be meager fare compared to other recent professional offerings, CLUE is undeniably a well-polished evening of hijinks and hilarity—if audiences know what they’re getting themselves into.
by Zac Thriffiley - February 24, 2025
While the play may be meager fare compared to other recent professional offerings, CLUE is undeniably a well-polished evening of hijinks and hilarity—if audiences know what they’re getting themselves into.
Photos: TITUS ANDRONICUS at Redtwist Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2025
Award-winning Redtwist Theatre’s William Shakespeare's Titus Andronicus, is now playing through March 30. Check out all new production photos here and learn more about the show!
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2025
Award-winning Redtwist Theatre’s William Shakespeare's Titus Andronicus, is now playing through March 30. Check out all new production photos here and learn more about the show!
Review: WAITRESS at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - February 23, 2025
The current production at the Paramount Theatre is the musical Waitress based upon the motion picture. When it opened, it was the first all-female production team on Broadway. Director and choreographer Katie Spelman gives the audience an evening of laughter, some tears and love. Sarah Bareilles’ music played by the Paramount Orchestra under the direction of Celia Villacres, fills the theater with the beauty of the different styles.
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - February 23, 2025
The current production at the Paramount Theatre is the musical Waitress based upon the motion picture. When it opened, it was the first all-female production team on Broadway. Director and choreographer Katie Spelman gives the audience an evening of laughter, some tears and love. Sarah Bareilles’ music played by the Paramount Orchestra under the direction of Celia Villacres, fills the theater with the beauty of the different styles.
Paul Stroili's MY MOTHER AND THE MICHIGAN/OHIO WAR to Begin in April The Purple Rose Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2025
Paul Stroili's latest play, My Mother and The Michigan/Ohio War will begins preview at The Purple Rose Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2025
Paul Stroili's latest play, My Mother and The Michigan/Ohio War will begins preview at The Purple Rose Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Josh Strickland Returns to Direct TARZAN For Olney Central College Theater's 50th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2025
Josh Strickland, who first soared above the Broadway stage in 2006 in Disney's Tarzan, is returning to the jungle, but now as the guest director for Olney Central College Theater's 50th-anniversary production of Tarzan.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2025
Josh Strickland, who first soared above the Broadway stage in 2006 in Disney's Tarzan, is returning to the jungle, but now as the guest director for Olney Central College Theater's 50th-anniversary production of Tarzan.
Shakespeare Project Of Chicago Presents Free Performances Of THE WINTER'S TALE
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
The Shakespeare Project of Chicago continues its 30th Anniversary Theatrical Reading Season with free performances of Shakespeare's comedy of jealousy and redemption, THE WINTER'S TALE, running Feb. 21, 22, 25 and 25 at four Chicagoland venues.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
The Shakespeare Project of Chicago continues its 30th Anniversary Theatrical Reading Season with free performances of Shakespeare's comedy of jealousy and redemption, THE WINTER'S TALE, running Feb. 21, 22, 25 and 25 at four Chicagoland venues.
Cast Set For SPLASH HATCH ON THE E GOING DOWN
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Definition Theatre has announced the cast of its next show, the Chicago premiere of Kia Corthron’s powerful drama Splash Hatch on the E Going Down. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Definition Theatre has announced the cast of its next show, the Chicago premiere of Kia Corthron’s powerful drama Splash Hatch on the E Going Down. Learn more here!
Special Offer: DEBATE: BALDWIN VS. BUCKLEY at Cortelyou Commons at DePaul University
by BWW Special Offer - February 20, 2025
Following critically acclaimed runs in New York City and London, TimeLine Theatre presents a site-specific, immersive Chicago premiere of the american vicarious’ imagining of the historic debate between James Baldwin and William F. Buckley Jr., on the occasion of the event’s 60th anniversary.
by BWW Special Offer - February 20, 2025
Following critically acclaimed runs in New York City and London, TimeLine Theatre presents a site-specific, immersive Chicago premiere of the american vicarious’ imagining of the historic debate between James Baldwin and William F. Buckley Jr., on the occasion of the event’s 60th anniversary.
Second City Training Center Classes Begin Next Month
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Class offerings include workshops in improv, stand-up, comedy writing and more. Offering both in-person and virtual classes, The Second City Training Center has something for everyone.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Class offerings include workshops in improv, stand-up, comedy writing and more. Offering both in-person and virtual classes, The Second City Training Center has something for everyone.
Photos: ONE PARTY CONSENT is Now Playing at First Floor Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Chicago’s First Floor Theater has released production photos of the World Premiere production of ONE PARTY CONSENT, written by Omer Abbas Salem. Check out photos here!
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Chicago’s First Floor Theater has released production photos of the World Premiere production of ONE PARTY CONSENT, written by Omer Abbas Salem. Check out photos here!
Liverpool Legends 'The Complete Beatles Experience' Comes to Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends will be at Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts in March. Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends will be at Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts in March. Learn more about the show here!
AN EVENING WITH ITZHAK PERLMAN Comes to the Chicago Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
No violinist more beautifully captures and conveys the joy of music than Itzhak Perlman, the undeniable reigning virtuoso of violin. Learn more about the legendary “man behind the music” at An Evening with Itzhak Perlman.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
No violinist more beautifully captures and conveys the joy of music than Itzhak Perlman, the undeniable reigning virtuoso of violin. Learn more about the legendary “man behind the music” at An Evening with Itzhak Perlman.
RIVERDANCE 30 – THE NEW GENERATION Comes to the Cadillac Palace Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced that individual tickets for RIVERDANCE 30 – THE NEW GENERATION will go on sale this week. Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced that individual tickets for RIVERDANCE 30 – THE NEW GENERATION will go on sale this week. Learn more about the show here!
Still Point Theatre to Present Social Change Theater Festival in March
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Still Point Theatre Collective will present the first annual Social Change Theater Festival in March. This festival will provide a space for artists, activists, and audiences to engage with performance as a tool for social change. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Still Point Theatre Collective will present the first annual Social Change Theater Festival in March. This festival will provide a space for artists, activists, and audiences to engage with performance as a tool for social change. Learn more!
NO SUCH THING World Premiere to Launch Rivendell Theatre 30th Season
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble will usher in its 30th Anniversary Season with the world premiere of No Such Thing by Rivendell Ensemble Member Lisa Dillman and directed by Malkia Stampley. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble will usher in its 30th Anniversary Season with the world premiere of No Such Thing by Rivendell Ensemble Member Lisa Dillman and directed by Malkia Stampley. Learn more!
Liverpool Legends 'The Complete Beatles Experience' is Coming to Egyptian Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Liverpool Legends will be at Egyptian Theatre in March. Liverpool Legends are four talented musicians handpicked by Louise Harrison - sister of George Harrison, to honor her brother's legacy. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Liverpool Legends will be at Egyptian Theatre in March. Liverpool Legends are four talented musicians handpicked by Louise Harrison - sister of George Harrison, to honor her brother's legacy. Learn more!
Cast and Creative Team Set for ART at Remy Bumppo Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company has revealed the cast, creative and production teams for ‘ART,’ the final production in its 2024 - 2025 season, written by Yasmina Reza. Learn more and see how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company has revealed the cast, creative and production teams for ‘ART,’ the final production in its 2024 - 2025 season, written by Yasmina Reza. Learn more and see how to attend.
Full Cast Set for THE BOOK OF GRACE Chicago Premiere at Steppenwolf Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has revealed the full cast for the Chicago premiere of The Book of Grace, an incendiary family portrait by Pulitzer Prize winner Suzan-Lori Parks, directed by Steve H. Broadnax III. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has revealed the full cast for the Chicago premiere of The Book of Grace, an incendiary family portrait by Pulitzer Prize winner Suzan-Lori Parks, directed by Steve H. Broadnax III. Learn more!
Review: BETRAYAL at Goodman Theatre
by Zac Thriffiley - February 19, 2025
Under the direction of artistic director Susan V. Booth and bolstered by actors at the heights of their craft, the Goodman’s BETRAYAL provides audiences with a sincere and sympathetic take on a modern classic.
by Zac Thriffiley - February 19, 2025
Under the direction of artistic director Susan V. Booth and bolstered by actors at the heights of their craft, the Goodman’s BETRAYAL provides audiences with a sincere and sympathetic take on a modern classic.
MEMORABILIA Comes to Teatro Vista in May
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2025
Teatro Vista has announced the cast and production team of the Midwest premiere of MEMORABILIA, created by Jean Claudio and directed by co-creator Raquel Torre.
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2025
Teatro Vista has announced the cast and production team of the Midwest premiere of MEMORABILIA, created by Jean Claudio and directed by co-creator Raquel Torre.
CLUE Playing Now At CIBC Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2025
CLUE, the murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the fan-favorite film, is now playing at the CIBC Theatre for a limited two—week engagement through March 2 only.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2025
CLUE, the murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the fan-favorite film, is now playing at the CIBC Theatre for a limited two—week engagement through March 2 only.
LOBBY HERO Extended At Shattered Globe Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2025
Shattered Globe Theatre has added a one-week extension for its current hit production of Kenneth Lonergan's Lobby Hero. Originally scheduled to close March 1, Lobby Hero will now run through Sunday, March 8. Shattered Globe has also added a 2 p.m. matinee this Saturday, February 22.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2025
Shattered Globe Theatre has added a one-week extension for its current hit production of Kenneth Lonergan's Lobby Hero. Originally scheduled to close March 1, Lobby Hero will now run through Sunday, March 8. Shattered Globe has also added a 2 p.m. matinee this Saturday, February 22.
Avalanche Theatre to Present TIME IS A COLOR AND THE COLOR IS BLUE
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2025
Avalanche Theatre will make its Chicago debut with the world premiere of Time is a Color and the Color is Blue by Chicago playwright Melanie Coffey. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2025
Avalanche Theatre will make its Chicago debut with the world premiere of Time is a Color and the Color is Blue by Chicago playwright Melanie Coffey. Learn more!
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