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.
Photos: THE LAST FIVE YEARS In Rehearsal At Kalliope & Co.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
Kalliope & Co. has released photos from inside rehearsal for Jason Robert Brown's The Last Five Years, directed by Brent Ervin-Eickhoff, with music direction by Harper Caruso and Kyle Anne Grendys as associate director.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
Kalliope & Co. has released photos from inside rehearsal for Jason Robert Brown's The Last Five Years, directed by Brent Ervin-Eickhoff, with music direction by Harper Caruso and Kyle Anne Grendys as associate director.
Single Tickets for Music Theater Works' 2025 Season to go on Sale This Week
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
Music Theater Works has revealed that single tickets for its 2025 season of productions at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts will go on sale Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 12 p.m. Learn more about this season's productions.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
Music Theater Works has revealed that single tickets for its 2025 season of productions at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts will go on sale Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 12 p.m. Learn more about this season's productions.
DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS to be Presented at Big Noise Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
Big Noise Theatre will continue their 2024-2025 season with DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS this February and March in Des Plaines, IL., right outside of Chicago. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
Big Noise Theatre will continue their 2024-2025 season with DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS this February and March in Des Plaines, IL., right outside of Chicago. Learn how to purchase tickets.
THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES Comes to PrideArts in February
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
PrideArts has announced its first performances in the company's new home of the Hoover-Leppen Theatre in Center on Halsted. Learn more about The Vagina Monologues here!
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
PrideArts has announced its first performances in the company's new home of the Hoover-Leppen Theatre in Center on Halsted. Learn more about The Vagina Monologues here!
HAND FOOT HAND Comes to the Trap Door Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2025
Trap Door Theatre will continue its Trap Open Series with, Hand Foot Hand, written and performed by Deborah Kent, and directed by Kate Hendrickson.
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2025
Trap Door Theatre will continue its Trap Open Series with, Hand Foot Hand, written and performed by Deborah Kent, and directed by Kate Hendrickson.
Photos: Oil Lamp Theater Presents THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED)
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater will launch its 2025 season with The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged), written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield with new revisions by Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield and directed by JT Nagle. See photos from tge production now playing through February 16, at Oil Lamp Theater,.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater will launch its 2025 season with The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged), written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield with new revisions by Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield and directed by JT Nagle. See photos from tge production now playing through February 16, at Oil Lamp Theater,.
Get Tickets To All The Comedy Shows Coming To Chicago in February 2025
by Joshua Wright - January 24, 2025
Get tickets for the top comedy events coming to Chicago in February 2025! Find stand-up shows, improv performances, and more from the biggest names in comedy.
by Joshua Wright - January 24, 2025
Get tickets for the top comedy events coming to Chicago in February 2025! Find stand-up shows, improv performances, and more from the biggest names in comedy.
2025 Winter Circus: LITTLE RED to be Presented at The Actors Gymnasium
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
The Actors Gymnasium will present their 2025 Winter Circus: LITTLE RED. LITTLE RED, will run for a limited engagement of thirteen performances. Learn more and see how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
The Actors Gymnasium will present their 2025 Winter Circus: LITTLE RED. LITTLE RED, will run for a limited engagement of thirteen performances. Learn more and see how to attend.
Cast and Creative Team Set for TITUS ANDRONICUS at Redtwist Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
Redtwist Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for William Shakespeare's Titus Andronicus. This world premiere adaptation is by Artistic Director of Development Dusty Brown and Jordan Gleaves. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
Redtwist Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for William Shakespeare's Titus Andronicus. This world premiere adaptation is by Artistic Director of Development Dusty Brown and Jordan Gleaves. Learn more!
Review: FAT HAM Presented by Goodman Theatre and Definition Theatre
by Zac Thriffiley - January 24, 2025
The Goodman’s FAT HAM is an intelligent, uproarious adaptation that explores and celebrates Black joy and resilience. The co-production with Definition Theatre has already been extended through March 2.
by Zac Thriffiley - January 24, 2025
The Goodman’s FAT HAM is an intelligent, uproarious adaptation that explores and celebrates Black joy and resilience. The co-production with Definition Theatre has already been extended through March 2.
Chicago Theatre Week Kick-Off Event Set For February
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
The League of Chicago Theatres has announced the Chicago Theatre Week Kick-off this February at Black Ensemble Theater. Learn more about the upcoming event here!
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
The League of Chicago Theatres has announced the Chicago Theatre Week Kick-off this February at Black Ensemble Theater. Learn more about the upcoming event here!
Lookingglass Theatre Company Shares 2025 Performances, Post-show Discussion, Events, and More
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
Chicago’s Tony-Award winning Lookingglass Theatre Company has announced its current 2025 season including two mainstage productions, events, and more.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
Chicago’s Tony-Award winning Lookingglass Theatre Company has announced its current 2025 season including two mainstage productions, events, and more.
Ballet Folklorico de Mexico de Amalia Hernandez Returns to The Auditorium in March
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
The Auditorium has announced the return of Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández, last seen on The Auditorium stage in 2022, in a one-weekend-only engagement celebrating the dynamic history and diverse culture of Mexico through dance.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
The Auditorium has announced the return of Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández, last seen on The Auditorium stage in 2022, in a one-weekend-only engagement celebrating the dynamic history and diverse culture of Mexico through dance.
Free concert at the Studebaker Theater Celebrates Performers Music Founder Lee Newcomer
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
Performers Music has announced a special memorial concert in honor of its late founder. The concert is free and open to the public this February. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
Performers Music has announced a special memorial concert in honor of its late founder. The concert is free and open to the public this February. Learn more here!
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Enters Final Weeks of Performances in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD has entered its final weeks in Chicago, set to play its final performance on Saturday, February 1 after a 21-week run. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD has entered its final weeks in Chicago, set to play its final performance on Saturday, February 1 after a 21-week run. Learn how to purchase tickets.
BWW Q&A: Caroline Neff on FOOL FOR LOVE at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - January 23, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the nation’s premier ensemble theater company, is pleased to present a searing revival of Sam Shepard’s dark and beautiful masterpiece Fool for Love, directed by Jeremy Herrin, playing January 30 – March 16, 2025 in Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater, 1650 N. Halsted St. in Chicago.
by Joshua Wright - January 23, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the nation’s premier ensemble theater company, is pleased to present a searing revival of Sam Shepard’s dark and beautiful masterpiece Fool for Love, directed by Jeremy Herrin, playing January 30 – March 16, 2025 in Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater, 1650 N. Halsted St. in Chicago.
FUNNY, LIKE AN ABORTION Will Be Performed By Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble and Fat Theatre Project
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
Written by Rachel Bublitz and directed by Eileen Tull, Funny, Like an Abortion, a Chicago premiere, takes place Fridays through Sundays at 7:30 p.m. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
Written by Rachel Bublitz and directed by Eileen Tull, Funny, Like an Abortion, a Chicago premiere, takes place Fridays through Sundays at 7:30 p.m. Learn more here!
Photos: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Opens at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare hosted its opening night for Jaja’s African Hair Braiding Friday. In attendance were LaChanze, a producer on the show, and Producer Gigi Pritzker of Madison Wells Live and Chicago’s First Lady Stacie Johnson. Check out photos!
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare hosted its opening night for Jaja’s African Hair Braiding Friday. In attendance were LaChanze, a producer on the show, and Producer Gigi Pritzker of Madison Wells Live and Chicago’s First Lady Stacie Johnson. Check out photos!
DUMMY IN DIASPORA Comes to The Broadway Armory Park
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
Jackalope Theatre Company has announced its next production after the return of the one-man thriller in rhyme, The Smuggler, now playing through January 25.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
Jackalope Theatre Company has announced its next production after the return of the one-man thriller in rhyme, The Smuggler, now playing through January 25.
The Impostors Announce New Musical HELENA & HERMIA
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2025
Following the critically acclaimed and Jeff Recommended season opener, The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) will return with the highly anticipated world premiere of Helena & Hermia in The Enamored Odyssey.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2025
Following the critically acclaimed and Jeff Recommended season opener, The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) will return with the highly anticipated world premiere of Helena & Hermia in The Enamored Odyssey.
Jackalope to Present the US Premiere of Esho Rasho's DUMMY IN DIASPORA
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2025
Jackalope’s 17th season will continue with the United States premiere of one of the hits of the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Dummy in Diaspora. Learn more and see
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2025
Jackalope’s 17th season will continue with the United States premiere of one of the hits of the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Dummy in Diaspora. Learn more and see
Roberta Duchak, Cory Goodrich & More to Host Musical Theater Retreat for Women
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2025
She Inspires Productions is hosting The Broadway Diva Experience, an immersive three-day curated retreat for women to live out their Broadway fantasy. Learn how to join.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2025
She Inspires Productions is hosting The Broadway Diva Experience, an immersive three-day curated retreat for women to live out their Broadway fantasy. Learn how to join.
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre to Present TELL ME ON A SUNDAY and DIANA
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2025
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the companies of both Tell Me On a Sunday and the season closer, Diana. Learn who is starring and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2025
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the companies of both Tell Me On a Sunday and the season closer, Diana. Learn who is starring and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: FUN HOME Opens at Porchlight Music Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2025
Porchlight Music Theatre is presenting Tony Award-winning and Pulitzer Prize-nominated musical Fun Home at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts. Check out opening night photos here!
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2025
Porchlight Music Theatre is presenting Tony Award-winning and Pulitzer Prize-nominated musical Fun Home at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts. Check out opening night photos here!
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