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Cast Set For ENDGAME at Facility Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2025
Chicago’s Facility Theatre has announced the cast of its upcoming production of Samuel Beckett’s ENDGAME, directed by Yasen Peyankov. Performances begin in May.
Review: CIRCUS QUIXOTE at Lookingglass Theatre
by Zac Thriffiley - February 12, 2025
Lookingglass Theatre’s CIRCUS QUIXOTE provides Chicago audiences with a stunning dramatic adaptation of Don Quixote that is every bit as impactful and imaginative as its source material.
Raven Theatre To Present Chicago Children's Theatre's BEATRIX POTTER TEA PARTY
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2025
Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has announced the cast and production team for the limited run of Chicago Children’s Theatre’s THE BEATRIX POTTER TEA PARTY.
Chicago Shakespeare Theater Announces Cast Of SUNNY AFTERNOON North American Premiere
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced the cast and creative team of its highly anticipated North American Premiere musical event Sunny Afternoon.
Video: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Marriott Theatre
by Michael Major - February 11, 2025
Watch a video from Marriott Theatre's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s score is packed with musical theatre classics, including “Any Dream Will Do,” “Close Every Door,” and “Go, Go, Go Joseph.”
The Jazz Ambassadors of The US Army Field Band Return to Raue Center
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2025
 Raue Center For The Arts has announced a free ticketed concert performed by the Jazz Ambassadors of the United States Army Field Band, on April 16, 2025, at 7 pm. 
MEDEAMEDEAMEDEA Comes to Theatre EVOLVE
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2025
Theatre EVOLVE has announced the cast and crew of their upcoming world premier production of 'MEDEAMEDEAMEDEA' by Olivia Buntaine, directed by Anna Rachel Troy.
Photos: Lookingglass Theatre Company's CIRCUS QUIXOTE
by Blair Ingenthron - February 08, 2025
Lookingglass Theatre’s Circus Quixote is now playing through March 30 at The Joan and Paul Theatre at Water Tower Water Works. Check out photos and learn how to get tickets here!
TRANSLATIONS by Brian Friel to be Presented at Writers Theatre This Spring
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2025
Writers Theatre will continue its 2024/25 Season with Brian Friel’s touching Irish drama Translations directed by Braden Abraham. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
THE PILLOWMAN to be Presented at Astonrep Productions This Spring
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2025
Astonrep Productions will return with the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, THE PILLOWMAN by Martin McDonagh, directed by Derek Bertelsen, this spring. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: FOOL FOR LOVE Now on Stage At Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is presenting Sam Shepard’s Fool for Love, directed by Jeremy Herrin, in Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater. Get a first look at photos here! 
The Second City to Honor 65 Year Anniversary With $19.59 Tickets
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2025
The Second City is hosting a yearlong celebration with specially priced $19.59 tickets to select shows in Chicago, Toronto, and New York. This offer pays tribute to its founding year while inviting audiences—old and new—to join in the laughter. Learn more!
Cast And Creative Team Set For THE SCHOOL OF SCANDAL at Idle Muse Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2025
Idle Muse Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for its production of Richard Brinsley Sheridan's The School for Scandal, directed by Evan Jackson. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
FAT HAM & BETRAYAL Extend at Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2025
Goodman Theatre will present additional performances for both of its current productions: James Ijames' Fat Ham and Susan V. Booth’s major revival of Betrayal. Learn more!
The Jeff Awards Reveal 51st Anniversary Non-Equiy Theater Awards Nominations
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2025
Celebrating its 51st anniversary awarding recognition for Non-Equity theater, the Joseph Jefferson Awards revealed its nominations for theater excellence among Non-Equity theater during the 2024 season. Learn more about the nominations.
League of Chicago Theatres Celebrates Black History Month
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2025
 The League of Chicago Theatres shines a spotlight on Black History Month in conjunction with Chicago Theatre Week, February 6-16, 2025, and Chicago Theatre Week Continued, February 17-23, 2025. 
Photos & Video: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Drury Lane Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2025
Drury Lane Theatre is presenting Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, a heartwarming journey through Carole King's inspirational life story, where her music shines as a beacon of hope and personal growth. Get a first look at photos and video here! 
ELVIS PRESLEY WAS A BLACK MAN NAMED JOE Comes to Black Ensemble Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2025
Black Ensemble Theater has announced Elvis Presley was a Black Man Named Joe, written and directed by Black Ensemble Theater’s Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor. 
Open Space Arts Chicago Premiere of MR. PARKER Extends Run Two Weeks
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2025
Open Space Arts announced that it will extend its Chicago premiere of MR. PARKER, by two weeks, based on its strong sales. Learn more about the show and how to catch it here!
MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN Comes to Trap Door Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 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. Learn more here!
Cast and Creative Team Set For GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theater Works
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2025
Music Theater Works has announced the cast and creative team for the first production of its 2025 season, Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.
GRAND ILLUSION: A TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF STYX Brings Classic Rock To Crystal Lake
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2025
Get ready for a night of music as Anthem's Grand Illusion takes the stage on Friday, March 21, 2025, at 8:00 PM at the Raue Center For The Arts in Crystal Lake, IL.
Cast and Creative Team Set for GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theatre Works
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2025
Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for the first production of its 2025 season, Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
A RAISIN IN THE SUN Extended at Court Theatre Through Early March
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2025
Court Theatre has extended Lorraine Hansberry’s masterpiece, A Raisin in the Sun, due to overwhelming demand. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: MR. PARKER at Open Space Arts
by Zac Thriffiley - February 04, 2025
Open Space Arts in Uptown is quickly establishing itself as the go-to “storefront” theater for plays and films that consider the many nuances of queer experiences, and their latest offering—MR. PARKER—is no exception. Elevated by the sophisticated performance of its leading actor, MR. PARKER presents a compelling portrait of grief and middle-age too often missing from gay narratives these days.

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