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Cast and Creative Team Set for BLOOD COUNTESS at Idle Muse

Cast and Creative Team Set for BLOOD COUNTESS at Idle Muse

by BWW News Desk — July 17, 2025
Idle Muse Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for the launch of its 2025 - 2026 season, the world premiere of The Blood Countess.
BIG WHITE FOG to be Presented at Court Theatre in September

BIG WHITE FOG to be Presented at Court Theatre in September

by BWW News Desk — July 16, 2025
Court Theatre will present Theodore Ward’s Big White Fog, directed by Resident Artist Ron OJ Parson.
Review: QUEEN FOR A DAY at Hell In A Handbag Productions

Review: QUEEN FOR A DAY at Hell In A Handbag Productions

by Zac Thriffiley — July 16, 2025
The anarchic world premiere of Tyler Anthony Smith’s QUEEN FOR A DAY is as delightfully wild as it is deeply heartfelt.
Video: Watch Brittney Mack Perform 'The Color Purple' at the Goodman Theatre

Video: Watch Brittney Mack Perform 'The Color Purple' at the Goodman Theatre

by BWW News Desk — July 16, 2025
Watch Brittney Mack and the cast of The Color Purple perform the reprise of the title song in The Goodman Theatre's production.
THE GREAT GATSBY, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Announced for Broadway In Chicago 2026 Subscr

THE GREAT GATSBY, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Announced for Broadway In Chicago 2026 Subscription Season

by BWW News Desk — July 15, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced four new productions set to take the stage in 2026: THE GREAT GATSBY, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, SUFFS, and SPAMALOT.
Interview: Kathy Voytko Takes On Mrs. Potts in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST National Tour

Interview: Kathy Voytko Takes On Mrs. Potts in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST National Tour

by Rachel Weinberg — July 15, 2025
Kathy Voytko takes on the iconic role of Mrs.
See Chicago Dance to Celebrate 20th Anniversary With 2025 BOLD IMPACT GALA

See Chicago Dance to Celebrate 20th Anniversary With 2025 BOLD IMPACT GALA

by BWW News Desk — July 15, 2025
See Chicago Dance will present its 20th Anniversary Bold Impact Gala Community Celebration & Awards Presentation.
Broadway In Chicago 2025 Holiday Lineup to Include ELF, Mannheim Steamroller, and Mo

Broadway In Chicago 2025 Holiday Lineup to Include ELF, Mannheim Steamroller, and More

by BWW News Desk — July 14, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced five holiday productions set to bring cheer to the Windy City this winter.
Goodman Theatre and DCASE to Present PRODUCE 100 FREE ACTS OF THEATER

Goodman Theatre and DCASE to Present PRODUCE 100 FREE ACTS OF THEATER

by BWW News Desk — July 14, 2025
Goodman Theatre is teamig up with Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) to generate an unprecedented celebration of the artistic fabric of Chicago, offered entirely FREE of charge.
Ana Gasteyer To Headline The Auditorium Gala in October

Ana Gasteyer To Headline The Auditorium Gala in October

by BWW News Desk — July 14, 2025
Broadway, film & TV star and former Saturday Night Live cast member Ana Gasteyer will headline The Auditorium's 2025 Annual Gala at the Palmer House.
Photos: Blank Theatre Company Presents PASSION

Photos: Blank Theatre Company Presents PASSION

by BWW News Desk — July 14, 2025
PASSION is Blank's twelfth full-length production, and is now running.
Photos: QUEEN FOR A DAY at Hell in a Handbag Productions

Photos: QUEEN FOR A DAY at Hell in a Handbag Productions

by Emmy Rice — July 13, 2025
Hell in a Handbag Productions will conclude its 2024/25 Season with the world premiere of Queen for a Day written by ensemble member Tyler Anthony Smith* and directed by Stephanie Shaw.
Video: The Cast of BILLIE JEAN at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre

Video: The Cast of BILLIE JEAN at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre

by Emmy Rice — July 12, 2025
The comapny of Billie Jean at the Chicago Theatre shares their thoughts and excitement for the upcoming production from the rehearsal room! The production runs July 18–August 10, 2025, in The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Steppenwolf Associates to Host FÊTE FOR 50 at Povos Gallery

Steppenwolf Associates to Host FÊTE FOR 50 at Povos Gallery

by BWW News Desk — July 11, 2025
Join Steppenwolf’s Associates Board and other young professionals from across Chicagoland for the group’s signature fundraising event, FÊTE FOR 50.
Cast Set for THE MARK World Premiere at Babes With Blades

Cast Set for THE MARK World Premiere at Babes With Blades

by BWW News Desk — July 11, 2025
Babes with Blades has revealed the cast and creative team today for The Mark, written by BWBTC Ensemble Member Jillian Leff.
Broadway In Chicago and Metra Announce Free Train Travel With Tickets to Disney’s B

Broadway In Chicago and Metra Announce Free Train Travel With Tickets to Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
Broadway In Chicago and Metra are partnering to offer theatergoers free round-trip train travel to Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, now playing at the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W.
The Orion Ensemble Reveals 33rd Season Concert Lineup

The Orion Ensemble Reveals 33rd Season Concert Lineup

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
The Orion Ensemble has announced its 33rd season, a four-concert series filled with beloved classics, new discoveries, forgotten gems and a world premiere.
North American Tour of Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Opens Tonight in Chicago

North American Tour of Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Opens Tonight in Chicago

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
The highly anticipated North American tour of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast officially opens tonight, July 10, at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W.
Cast Set for DIAL M FOR MURDER at Drury Lane Theatre

Cast Set for DIAL M FOR MURDER at Drury Lane Theatre

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
Drury Lane Theatre is continuing its 2025/26 season with the modern thriller Dial M for Murder, in a new adaptation by Jeffrey Hatcher from the original by Frederick Knott.
PUPPY SONGS: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Annoyance Theatre

PUPPY SONGS: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Annoyance Theatre

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
Viral internet sensation Puppy Songs is coming to Chicago and bringing his Musical Journey to the Annoyance Theatre! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
League of Chicago Theatres to Host 2025 Spotlight Gala in August

League of Chicago Theatres to Host 2025 Spotlight Gala in August

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
The League of Chicago Theatres will present the 2025 Spotlight Gala, A Night Under the Big Top – A Whimsical Affair for the Theatre Kid in You.
Celebrate The Music Of Billy Joel With SIMPLY BILLY Live At Raue Center

Celebrate The Music Of Billy Joel With SIMPLY BILLY Live At Raue Center

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
Fans of the Piano Man, get ready! Raue Center For The Arts will present Simply Billy: A Tribute to Billy Joel in August.
Tickets to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Chicago on Sale This Week

Tickets to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Chicago on Sale This Week

by BWW News Desk — July 10, 2025
Tickets to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will go on sale this week for its engagement at Broadway In Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre.
Photos: MARY POPPINS at Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse

Photos: MARY POPPINS at Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
Boasting warmth, humor, magic and unforgettable songs including 'A Spoonful of Sugar,' 'Chim Chim Cher-ee,' 'Let's Go Fly a Kite' and 'Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,' an Oscar-winning family classic becomes a Tony-winning stage musical in the Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse's debut of MARY POPPINS.
Collaboraction Introduces 2025 Youth Ensemble: The Light

Collaboraction Introduces 2025 Youth Ensemble: The Light

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
Collaboraction Theatre has announced the 2025 youth ensemble of The Light, its groundbreaking training program for Chicago teens.

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