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Oil Lamp Theater Unveils Cast And Creative Team For Theresa Rebeck's POOR BEHAVIOR

Oil Lamp Theater Unveils Cast And Creative Team For Theresa Rebeck's POOR BEHAVIOR

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
Oil Lamp Theater will present POOR BEHAVIOR from April 10 to May 10, featuring a talented cast and creative team.
CONCENTRATION to be Presented at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts

CONCENTRATION to be Presented at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
Concentration, Arne Weingart's theatrical adaptation of his poetry written in the voice of a World War II death camp prisoner, runs April 11 and 12 in a new, reimagined production at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts.
Yang & Olivia Duo Named AMI Artists-in-Residence and Faculty Members

Yang & Olivia Duo Named AMI Artists-in-Residence and Faculty Members

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
American Music Institute will feature its partnership with the esteemed violin and piano duo, Yang and Olivia, as Artists-in-Residence & AMI College Faculty Members.
Photos: First Look at POT GIRLS at The Story Theatre

Photos: First Look at POT GIRLS at The Story Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
The Story Theatre will close out Season V with the world premiere production of Pot Girls by Governing Ensemble member Paul Michael Thomson and directed by Governing Ensemble member Ayanna Bria Bakari.
Debo Balogun, Ashli Rene Funches and More to Star in COVENANT at The Goodman

Debo Balogun, Ashli Rene Funches and More to Star in COVENANT at The Goodman

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
The Goodman’s Centennial 2025/2026 Season will continue with the Chicago premiere of Covenant.
American Music Institute to Offer Music Lessons to Children of All Ages

American Music Institute to Offer Music Lessons to Children of All Ages

by BWW News Desk — February 16, 2026
Exploring the best age to start music lessons, the American Music Institute highlights the cognitive and social benefits for children at various developmental stages.
Review: HAMNET at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Review: HAMNET at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

by Rachel Weinberg — February 14, 2026
Royal Shakespeare Company’s HAMNET is a dramatic and languid stage adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s 2020 buzzy novel of the same name.
Photos: First Look at Paramount's Chicago Regional Premiere of DEAR EVAN HANSEN

Photos: First Look at Paramount's Chicago Regional Premiere of DEAR EVAN HANSEN

by BWW News Desk — February 14, 2026
Check out production photos from the Chicago Regional Premiere of Dear Evan Hansen at Downtown Aurora’s Paramount Theatre, running through March 22, 2026.
Review: THE OUTSIDERS First National Tour Presented by Broadway in Chicago

Review: THE OUTSIDERS First National Tour Presented by Broadway in Chicago

by Rachel Weinberg — February 13, 2026
THE OUTSIDERS presents an original and vibrant stage adaptation of S.
Video: Jennifer Holloway Sings 'Ah! Ich habe deinen Mund geküsst' from Strauss's SAL

Video: Jennifer Holloway Sings 'Ah! Ich habe deinen Mund geküsst' from Strauss's SALOME

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
Soprano Jennifer Holloway takes on one of opera’s most demanding finales in “Ah! Ich habe deinen Mund geküsst” from Richard Strauss’s SALOME.
Open Space Arts Will Stage Chicago Premiere of A THIRD WAY

Open Space Arts Will Stage Chicago Premiere of A THIRD WAY

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
Open Space Arts has announced it will stage the Chicago premiere of A THIRD WAY, running April 3 through 19 at its intimate theatre at 1411 W.
Short Story Theatre Will Present an Evening of Six True Stories in Highland Park

Short Story Theatre Will Present an Evening of Six True Stories in Highland Park

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
Short Story Theatre will host a captivating evening featuring dramatic readings by local storytellers, enhancing the cultural landscape with powerful narratives.
Lifeline Theatre Premieres KITTY AND THE BEANSTALK This Winter

Lifeline Theatre Premieres KITTY AND THE BEANSTALK This Winter

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
Lifeline Theatre will present KITTY AND THE BEANSTALK from February 15 to March 22, 2026, offering a fresh take on the classic tale with a unique theatrical experience.
Black Ensemble Theater to Present ANOTHER NIGHT @ BET Event Series

Black Ensemble Theater to Present ANOTHER NIGHT @ BET Event Series

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
Black Ensemble Theater will launch a new event series, Another Night @ BET.
SET IN CHICAGO: Improvised Movie Sequels to Debut at Second City

SET IN CHICAGO: Improvised Movie Sequels to Debut at Second City

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
Set in Chicago will offer a unique theater experience with improvised sequels to beloved movies, playing at Second City.
American Music Institute to Offer 25% Off Guitar Lessons

American Music Institute to Offer 25% Off Guitar Lessons

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
In celebration of National Guitar Day, the American Music Institute is offering a 25% discount on trial guitar lessons.
Cast Set for Matthew C. Yee's WHITE ROOSTER at Lookingglass Theatre

Cast Set for Matthew C. Yee's WHITE ROOSTER at Lookingglass Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of White Rooster, written and directed by Ensemble Member Matthew C.
Review: ON YOUR FEET! at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Review: ON YOUR FEET! at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace, IL

by Tina St. Angelo — February 12, 2026
What did our critic think of ON YOUR FEET! at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace, IL?
Tickets for & JULIET in Chicago Go on Sale Tomorrow

Tickets for & JULIET in Chicago Go on Sale Tomorrow

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
Broadway In Chicago has announced that individual tickets for & Juliet will go on sale tomorrow, Friday, February 13, for the two-week limited engagement (July 22–August 2), at The Auditorium (50 E.
South Chicago Dance Theatre To Present Three World Premieres At The Harris Theater

South Chicago Dance Theatre To Present Three World Premieres At The Harris Theater

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
South Chicago Dance Theatre will present three world premieres by acclaimed choreographers Natasha Adorlee, David Dorfman, and Kia S.
Marriott Theatre to Present FEELIN' GROOVY: MICHAEL MAHLER SINGS PAUL SIMON

Marriott Theatre to Present FEELIN' GROOVY: MICHAEL MAHLER SINGS PAUL SIMON

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
Get into the good vibes as Broadway's Michael Mahler celebrates pop music's premier poet, Paul Simon, for two performances only, at Marriott Theatre, featuring the band's greatest hits.
Ghostlight Ensemble to Stage 3 STAGES OF LOVE: SIMPLE LOVE This Month

Ghostlight Ensemble to Stage 3 STAGES OF LOVE: SIMPLE LOVE This Month

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
Ghostlight Ensemble will present '3 STAGES OF LOVE: SIMPLE LOVE,' a cabaret blending Shakespeare and original music, starting this Friday at Mrs.
HOLIDAY Starring Wesley Taylor, Molly Griggs and More Extends at The Goodman

HOLIDAY Starring Wesley Taylor, Molly Griggs and More Extends at The Goodman

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
Holiday is extending its run at The Goodman with five additional performances.
Lyric Opera of Chicago to Hold Auditions for 2027/28 Ensemble Singers

Lyric Opera of Chicago to Hold Auditions for 2027/28 Ensemble Singers

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
Applications are now open for singers for The Patrick G.
Dennis Watkins Extends THE MAGIC PARLOUR Through Summer; Derek Hughes Joins as Guest

Dennis Watkins Extends THE MAGIC PARLOUR Through Summer; Derek Hughes Joins as Guest Artist

by BWW News Desk — February 11, 2026
Dennis Watkins has extended THE MAGIC PARLOUR in Chicago through summer, adding new tickets and guest performances by Derek Hughes.

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