THE GOSPEL TRUTH: SECOND EDITION Celebrates Black History Month
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2025
The Beautiful City Project has announced the cast of THE GOSPEL TRUTH: SECOND EDITION, a Black History Month celebration. Back by popular demand from 2023, the show will feature an All-Black cast and band.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2025
The Beautiful City Project has announced the cast of THE GOSPEL TRUTH: SECOND EDITION, a Black History Month celebration. Back by popular demand from 2023, the show will feature an All-Black cast and band.
AN IRISH HEARTBEAT Pays Tribute to Van Morrison
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2025
Raue Center For The Arts will welcome Billboard-topping artist Derrick Procell for a tribute to Van Morrison, “An Irish Heartbeat: A Musical Tribute to Van Morrison”.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2025
Raue Center For The Arts will welcome Billboard-topping artist Derrick Procell for a tribute to Van Morrison, “An Irish Heartbeat: A Musical Tribute to Van Morrison”.
Video: FOOL FOR LOVE at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Blair Ingenthron - February 01, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company's revival of Sam Shepard's dark and beautiful masterpiece Fool for Love, directed by Jeremy Herrin, is now playing. Watch a trailer in the video here!
by Blair Ingenthron - February 01, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company's revival of Sam Shepard's dark and beautiful masterpiece Fool for Love, directed by Jeremy Herrin, is now playing. Watch a trailer in the video here!
Student Blog: Take Yourself on a Date to the Theatre
by Student Blogger: Theron Abel - February 01, 2025
Are you single? Or taken? Do you yearn for the greatest night (or afternoon) of your life? Look no further than your local theatre. Thank me later.
by Student Blogger: Theron Abel - February 01, 2025
Are you single? Or taken? Do you yearn for the greatest night (or afternoon) of your life? Look no further than your local theatre. Thank me later.
Student Blog: Academic Integrity: Business vs. Theatre
by Student Blogger: Theron Abel - February 01, 2025
Academic integrity is something I strive to maintain across my studies. With the rise of generative AI ominously impending upon us, I can’t help but wonder what the future of education will look like.
by Student Blogger: Theron Abel - February 01, 2025
Academic integrity is something I strive to maintain across my studies. With the rise of generative AI ominously impending upon us, I can’t help but wonder what the future of education will look like.
Paramount Theatre Reveals 2025-26 Broadway and BOLD Series
by Blair Ingenthron - February 01, 2025
Paramount has revealed the lineup for their 2025-26 Broadway and BOLD series, including the Chicago premieres of Come From Away and Dear Evan Hansen. Learn more here!
by Blair Ingenthron - February 01, 2025
Paramount has revealed the lineup for their 2025-26 Broadway and BOLD series, including the Chicago premieres of Come From Away and Dear Evan Hansen. Learn more here!
Photos: TimeLine Theatre Company Presents DEBATE: BALDWIN VS. BUCKLEY
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2025
This winter, on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of their legendary duel, TimeLine Theatre Company will present the Chicago premiere of the american vicarious’ Debate: Baldwin vs. Buckley, adapted and directed by Christopher McElroen, January 29 - March 2, 2025. See photos from the production.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2025
This winter, on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of their legendary duel, TimeLine Theatre Company will present the Chicago premiere of the american vicarious’ Debate: Baldwin vs. Buckley, adapted and directed by Christopher McElroen, January 29 - March 2, 2025. See photos from the production.
REIMAGINING CABARET: The Journey Continues is Coming to Logan Center for the Arts
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2025
Join in as 'Reimagining Cabaret: The Journey Continues'*, the acclaimed series created, produced, and directed by Lynn Colbert-Jones, returns to the Logan Center for the Arts. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2025
Join in as 'Reimagining Cabaret: The Journey Continues'*, the acclaimed series created, produced, and directed by Lynn Colbert-Jones, returns to the Logan Center for the Arts. Learn more!
Tickets to go on sale Tomorrow for Porchlight Young Professionals Fundraiser BROADWAY OPEN MIC
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2025
Porchlight Music Theatre’s Porchlight Young Professionals will present the return of its popular fundraiser, Broadway Open Mic. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2025
Porchlight Music Theatre’s Porchlight Young Professionals will present the return of its popular fundraiser, Broadway Open Mic. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: FUN HOME at Porchlight Music Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - January 31, 2025
Jeanine Tesori and Lisa Kron’s FUN HOME is a musical journey in sketches through the memories of Alison Bechdel. Based on the graphic memoir of the same name — and so called because the Bechdel family business was a funeral home — Porchlight director Stephen Schellhardt’s production brings each scene sharply to life.
by Rachel Weinberg - January 31, 2025
Jeanine Tesori and Lisa Kron’s FUN HOME is a musical journey in sketches through the memories of Alison Bechdel. Based on the graphic memoir of the same name — and so called because the Bechdel family business was a funeral home — Porchlight director Stephen Schellhardt’s production brings each scene sharply to life.
BILL W. AND DR. BOB Comes to North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2025
“Bill W. and Dr. Bob,” produced by Theatre 68 and directed by and starring Ronnie Marmo, is returning to the Chicago area in May. Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2025
“Bill W. and Dr. Bob,” produced by Theatre 68 and directed by and starring Ronnie Marmo, is returning to the Chicago area in May. Learn more about the show here!
BILL W. AND DR. BOB is Coming to the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2025
“Bill W. and Dr. Bob,” produced by Theatre 68 and directed by and starring Ronnie Marmo, is returning to the Chicago area in May. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2025
“Bill W. and Dr. Bob,” produced by Theatre 68 and directed by and starring Ronnie Marmo, is returning to the Chicago area in May. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Cast and Creative Team Set for THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT at Oil Lamp Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2025
Oil Lamp Theate has revealed the cast and creative team for its next production, The Lifespan of a Fact. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the production.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2025
Oil Lamp Theate has revealed the cast and creative team for its next production, The Lifespan of a Fact. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the production.
BWW Q&A: Director Katie Spelman on WAITRESS at Paramount Theatre
by Joshua Wright - January 30, 2025
What is more American than apple pie? A small-town waitress with a dream and the ingredients for success! Sugar, butter, flour. These aren’t the only ingredients Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker, uses to make her famous pies. Stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage, Jenna unexpectedly becomes pregnant, and then finds acceptance and love in the most unexpected place.
by Joshua Wright - January 30, 2025
What is more American than apple pie? A small-town waitress with a dream and the ingredients for success! Sugar, butter, flour. These aren’t the only ingredients Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker, uses to make her famous pies. Stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage, Jenna unexpectedly becomes pregnant, and then finds acceptance and love in the most unexpected place.
The Beverly Theatre Guild Presents TWELVE ANGRY JURORS
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
The Beverly Theatre Guild will present the timeless courtroom drama Twelve Angry Jurors on February 14-16, 2025. This well-known theatrical work is set to captivate audiences with its compelling portrayal of the judicial process.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
The Beverly Theatre Guild will present the timeless courtroom drama Twelve Angry Jurors on February 14-16, 2025. This well-known theatrical work is set to captivate audiences with its compelling portrayal of the judicial process.
CHICAGO SINGS 30 YEARS OF PORCHLIGHT On Sale At Porchlight Music Theatre Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
Porchlight Music Theatre has announced its annual fundraising concert celebrating Porchlight's 30th anniversary with Chicago Sings 30 Years of Porchlight, Monday, May 12 at 7 p.m., with a 5:30 p.m. reception, at the House of Blues Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
Porchlight Music Theatre has announced its annual fundraising concert celebrating Porchlight's 30th anniversary with Chicago Sings 30 Years of Porchlight, Monday, May 12 at 7 p.m., with a 5:30 p.m. reception, at the House of Blues Chicago.
Disney's MARY POPPINS Staged Concert Announced At Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
Experience the magic of Disney & Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins - A Staged Concert at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre from February 20 to March 9, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
Experience the magic of Disney & Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins - A Staged Concert at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre from February 20 to March 9, 2025.
ROMEO AND BERNADETTE to be Presented at Skokie Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
MadKap Productions will present ROMEO AND BERNADETTE for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre. Shakespeare meets the modern-world in this delightful musical rom-com with songs based on traditional Italian melodies. Learn more.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
MadKap Productions will present ROMEO AND BERNADETTE for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre. Shakespeare meets the modern-world in this delightful musical rom-com with songs based on traditional Italian melodies. Learn more.
Jeff Ross & More to Perform at The Den Theatre in March
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
The Den Theatre has revealed upcoming March 2025 shows at the theatre’s Wicker Park stages, including Jeff Ross and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
The Den Theatre has revealed upcoming March 2025 shows at the theatre’s Wicker Park stages, including Jeff Ross and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Lookingglass Theatre Company Unveils Expanded Lobby and Dedicates The Joan and Paul Mainstage Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
Chicago’s Tony Award-winning Lookingglass Theatre Company held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Water Tower Water Works earlier this month. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
Chicago’s Tony Award-winning Lookingglass Theatre Company held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Water Tower Water Works earlier this month. Learn more here!
LOVE LETTERS Plays Valentine's Day 2025 Weekend Performances At Center for Visual and Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2025
'Love Letters,' the timeless play by A.R. Gurney, will be presented for two dinner performances for Valentine's Day Weekend 2025, at 7:30 p.m. on Friday Feb. 14 and a matinee performance at 3 p.m. Sunday Feb. 16 on the Theatre at the Center stage at The Center for Visual and Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road in Munster, Ind.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2025
'Love Letters,' the timeless play by A.R. Gurney, will be presented for two dinner performances for Valentine's Day Weekend 2025, at 7:30 p.m. on Friday Feb. 14 and a matinee performance at 3 p.m. Sunday Feb. 16 on the Theatre at the Center stage at The Center for Visual and Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road in Munster, Ind.
Michael Ryczek To Retire After 20 Years With Season Of Concern
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2025
Season of Concern Managing Director Michael Ryczek and the Board of Directors have announced that Ryczek will step down from his position, effective April 1, 2025. Ryczek joined the Board in 1994, served as Board President from 2004-2010 and has served as Managing Director since 2018.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2025
Season of Concern Managing Director Michael Ryczek and the Board of Directors have announced that Ryczek will step down from his position, effective April 1, 2025. Ryczek joined the Board in 1994, served as Board President from 2004-2010 and has served as Managing Director since 2018.
Leslie Odom, Jr. to Headline Goodman Theatre Centennial Gala
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2025
Tony and Grammy Award-winning performer Leslie Odom, Jr., known for his portrayal of Aaron Burr in the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Hamilton, will headline the Goodman Theatre Centennial Gala. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2025
Tony and Grammy Award-winning performer Leslie Odom, Jr., known for his portrayal of Aaron Burr in the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Hamilton, will headline the Goodman Theatre Centennial Gala. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Story Theatre to Present AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEN at Raven Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
The Story Theatre will kick off Season V with a reimagined production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen by Governing Ensemble member and Joseph Jefferson Award-winning playwright Terry Guest. Learn more.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
The Story Theatre will kick off Season V with a reimagined production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen by Governing Ensemble member and Joseph Jefferson Award-winning playwright Terry Guest. Learn more.
4th Annual International Women’s Day Concert to Take Place in Oak Park
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
On Saturday, March 8, 2025, beginning at 7:30 PM, award-winning female singers are centerstage for the 2025 International Women’s Day concert. Learn how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
On Saturday, March 8, 2025, beginning at 7:30 PM, award-winning female singers are centerstage for the 2025 International Women’s Day concert. Learn how to attend.
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