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New Annoyance Play BULL Reimagines A '90s Basketball Dynasty

New Annoyance Play BULL Reimagines A '90s Basketball Dynasty

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
Starting August 7, the original comedic play BULL takes over the mainstage at The Annoyance Theatre every Thursday night through September 11.
ARTEMIS BOOKS & THE WELL-MEANING MAN World Premiere is Coming to The Village Theater

ARTEMIS BOOKS & THE WELL-MEANING MAN World Premiere is Coming to The Village Theater

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
The Village Theater of Chicago is staging their first production: Artemis Books & The Well Meaning Man, written by Paul Michael Thomson and directed by Clara Zucker.
Subscriptions On Sale To The Public For The MAC's 25-26 Season

Subscriptions On Sale To The Public For The MAC's 25-26 Season

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
Subscriptions to the McAninch Arts Center 2025-2026 season are are now available to the public.
Cast And Creative Team Set for A NEW BRAIN at PrideArts

Cast And Creative Team Set for A NEW BRAIN at PrideArts

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
PrideArts has revealed the full cast and production team for A NEW BRAIN, the opening production of its 2025-26 season.
Tony Kushner and Tracy Baim Will Appear in ANGELS IN AMERICA Post-show Talkbacks at I

Tony Kushner and Tracy Baim Will Appear in ANGELS IN AMERICA Post-show Talkbacks at Invictus Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — July 9, 2025
Tony Kushner and Tracy Baim will appear in separate ANGELS IN AMERICA post-show talkbacks following two Sunday matinee performances of PART TWO: PERESTROIKA.
Raue Center Celebrates THE WOODSTOCK ERA at Live Concert Event

Raue Center Celebrates THE WOODSTOCK ERA at Live Concert Event

by BWW News Desk — July 8, 2025
​​​​​​​Raue Center For The Arts invites music lovers and peace seekers alike to relive the magic of the 1969 Woodstock Festival with 'The Woodstock Era,' a live concert experience taking place on Saturday, August 16 at 7 p.
Trap Door Theatre Unveils 2025–2026 Season Featuring U.S. Premiere of GREEN CORRIDO

Trap Door Theatre Unveils 2025–2026 Season Featuring U.S. Premiere of GREEN CORRIDORS and More

by BWW News Desk — July 8, 2025
Trap Door Theatre has announced its 2025–2026 season, featuring Green Corridors by Natalka Vorozhbyt, a new adaptation of Le Bal, a Sławomir Mrozek play festival, and three Trap Open works by emerging voices.
Photos: BIG TIME TOPPERS at Redtwist Theatre

Photos: BIG TIME TOPPERS at Redtwist Theatre

by BWW News Desk — July 8, 2025
Chicago’s Theatre L’Acadie has released production images of Patrick Vermillion’s Big Time Toppers, directed by Brandii Champagne.
Sasha Velour's THE BIG REVEAL LIVE SHOW is Coming to Steppenwolf Theatre

Sasha Velour's THE BIG REVEAL LIVE SHOW is Coming to Steppenwolf Theatre

by BWW News Desk — July 8, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre will present global drag icon Sasha Velour in her latest theatrical spectacular, The Big Reveal Live Show.
SING, SING, SING! CHICAGOLAND! With The Peppermint Patties to be Presented at Hey Non

SING, SING, SING! CHICAGOLAND! With The Peppermint Patties to be Presented at Hey Nonny

by BWW News Desk — July 8, 2025
One night only The Peppermint Patties will return to Hey Nonny for a Chicago themed cabaret featuring local talent.
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS and More Set for Lazy Susan Theatre Co. 2025/2026 Season

DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS and More Set for Lazy Susan Theatre Co. 2025/2026 Season

by BWW News Desk — July 8, 2025
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Chicago's Bach In The City Reveals 2025–2026 Debut Season

Chicago's Bach In The City Reveals 2025–2026 Debut Season

by BWW News Desk — July 8, 2025
Chicago's Bach in the City, led by music director Richard Webster, has announced its 2025-2026 debut concert season, comprising three Baroque music programs featuring period instruments, a focus that will continue into the future.
Kristoffer Diaz' THINGS WITH FRIENDS World Premiere to be Presented at American Blues

Kristoffer Diaz' THINGS WITH FRIENDS World Premiere to be Presented at American Blues Theater

by BWW News Desk — July 7, 2025
American Blues Theater will open its 40th anniversary season with a world premiere by Artistic Affiliate Kristoffer Diaz, Things With Friends.
BEST FRIEND'S GIRL: The Ultimate Cars Experience is Coming to Raue Center

BEST FRIEND'S GIRL: The Ultimate Cars Experience is Coming to Raue Center

by BWW News Desk — July 7, 2025
Prepare for a night of nostalgia and rock ‘n' roll as Best Friends Girl, the premier tribute band to the legendary band The Cars, takes the stage at Raue Center For The Arts in Crystal Lake, IL.
Jeff Awards Call for Nominations to Honor Equity Theater Stage Managers

Jeff Awards Call for Nominations to Honor Equity Theater Stage Managers

by BWW News Desk — July 7, 2025
The Jeff Impresario Award, the newest annual award presented by the Joseph Jefferson Awards, is still accepting nominations for outstanding Chicago Equity theater stage managers.
Cast and Creative Team Set for SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM at Oil Lamp Theater

Cast and Creative Team Set for SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM at Oil Lamp Theater

by BWW News Desk — July 7, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for its next production, Side by Side by Sondheim, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.
Paramount Theatre's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Celebrates One-Year Anniversary

Paramount Theatre's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Celebrates One-Year Anniversary

by BWW News Desk — July 7, 2025
This Thursday, July 10, marks the one-year anniversary of Paramount Theatre's smash hit, immersive production of Million Dollar Quartet.
SUMMER WIND: A TRIBUTE TO FRANK SINATRA is Coming to Raue Center

SUMMER WIND: A TRIBUTE TO FRANK SINATRA is Coming to Raue Center

by BWW News Desk — July 3, 2025
Raue Center For The Arts will present Summer Wind: A Tribute to Frank Sinatra starring Bill Pantle in August.
TUTA Theatre Reveals Schedule of Actors for WHITE RABBIT, RED RABBIT

TUTA Theatre Reveals Schedule of Actors for WHITE RABBIT, RED RABBIT

by BWW News Desk — July 3, 2025
The highly experimental play WHITE RABBIT, RED RABBIT by Iranian German playwright Nassim Soleimanpour, is coming to TUTA.
Three of Cups Theatre Company Reveals MACBETH as Inaugural Production

Three of Cups Theatre Company Reveals MACBETH as Inaugural Production

by BWW News Desk — July 3, 2025
Three of of Cups Theatre Company has announced the beginning of their inaugural season with the production of Macbeth.
Video: THE COLOR PURPLE at Goodman Theatre, Now Extended Through August 3

Video: THE COLOR PURPLE at Goodman Theatre, Now Extended Through August 3

by BWW News Desk — July 2, 2025
A new production of THE COLOR PURPLE brings Alice Walker's dynamic work to the Goodman stage, now through August 3! Watch a video montage from the production! 
Raue Center For the Arts to Present the Return of Teachers' Lounge Comedy

Raue Center For the Arts to Present the Return of Teachers' Lounge Comedy

by BWW News Desk — July 2, 2025
Raue Center For the Arts will present the return of Teachers’ Lounge Comedy in September.
Photos: TWELFTH NIGHT at Oak Park Festival Theatre

Photos: TWELFTH NIGHT at Oak Park Festival Theatre

by BWW News Desk — July 2, 2025
The Oak Park Festival Theatre is presenting its 50th Anniversary production of one of William Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies, TWELFTH NIGHT.
MAC Announces 2025-2026 Performance Series With Paul Riser, Soweto Gospel Choir, Aile

MAC Announces 2025-2026 Performance Series With Paul Riser, Soweto Gospel Choir, Ailey II And More

by BWW News Desk — July 1, 2025
The McAninch Arts Center has announced its 2025-2026 Performance Series.
Collaborative Arts Institute of Chicago Rebrands as Art Song Chicago, Launches 15th A

Collaborative Arts Institute of Chicago Rebrands as Art Song Chicago, Launches 15th Anniversary Season

by BWW News Desk — July 1, 2025
As it marks its milestone 15th anniversary, Collaborative Arts Institute of Chicago has officially rebranded as Art Song Chicago.

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