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Photos: CHICAGO SINGS 30 YEARS OF PORCHLIGHT Event

Photos: CHICAGO SINGS 30 YEARS OF PORCHLIGHT Event

by BWW News Desk — May 28, 2025
Chicago Sings 30 Years of Porchlight was held on Monday, May 12 at the House of Blues Chicago.
Sammy Obeid and More to Perform at The Den Theatre in July

Sammy Obeid and More to Perform at The Den Theatre in July

by BWW News Desk — May 28, 2025
​The Den Theatre has revealed upcoming July 2025 shows at the theatre's Wicker Park stages, including Sammy Obeid and more.
Overshadowed Will Reveal Its New Season With Special Reception

Overshadowed Will Reveal Its New Season With Special Reception

by BWW News Desk — May 28, 2025
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions invites audiences to a special season reveal presentation in June.
Trap Door Theatre Extends Acclaimed Production of Brecht’s GALILEO

Trap Door Theatre Extends Acclaimed Production of Brecht’s GALILEO

by BWW News Desk — May 27, 2025
Due to popular demand, Trap Door Theatre has announced an extension of its critically acclaimed production of Galileo, Bertolt Brecht’s powerful portrait of the legendary astronomer and his struggle with faith, truth, and authority.
Comic Robby Hoffman Comes To The Den Theatre In June

Comic Robby Hoffman Comes To The Den Theatre In June

by BWW News Desk — May 27, 2025
The Den Theatre has announced Robby Hoffman will be performing one-night-only on Friday, June 20 at 7:15 p.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Tour Comes To The Peoria Civic Center In June

THE ADDAMS FAMILY Tour Comes To The Peoria Civic Center In June

by BWW News Desk — May 27, 2025
The magnificently macabre hit musical that embraces the wackiness in every family, THE ADDAMS FAMILY will be presented as part of the 24–25 AMEREN ILLINOIS BROADWAY IN PEORIA Series and will take the stage at the Prairie Home Alliance Theater at Peoria Civic Center, June 17–18, 2025.
Cristela Alonzo to Perform at Comedy Works Larimer Square

Cristela Alonzo to Perform at Comedy Works Larimer Square

by BWW News Desk — May 27, 2025
Cristela Alonzo will perform Downtown at Larimer Square in May.
Tickets to MJ THE MUSICAL in Chicago on Sale Tomorrow

Tickets to MJ THE MUSICAL in Chicago on Sale Tomorrow

by BWW News Desk — May 27, 2025
Individual tickets for the highly anticipated return engagement of the musical MJ will go on sale tomorrow, Wednesday, May 28.
Photos: NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH World Premiere at Jackalope Theatre

Photos: NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH World Premiere at Jackalope Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 27, 2025
Jackalope Theatre Company’s 17th season continues with the world premiere of Rehana Lew Mirza’s latest play, Neighborhood Watch.
FOREVER PLAID Comes to Skokie Theatre

FOREVER PLAID Comes to Skokie Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 27, 2025
MadKap Productions will present a special presentation of eight live performances of the musical FOREVER PLAID at the Skokie Theatre.
Sandbox Theatre Collective Will Embark on Six-Month Residency With Green Shirt Studio

Sandbox Theatre Collective Will Embark on Six-Month Residency With Green Shirt Studio

by BWW News Desk — May 27, 2025
Sandbox Theatre Collective has announced the beginning of a six-month residency with Green Shirt Studio beginning in June.
STAR SPANGLED BANTER Hits the Stage At The Den Theatre in June

STAR SPANGLED BANTER Hits the Stage At The Den Theatre in June

by BWW News Desk — May 23, 2025
The Den Theatre has announced Star Spangled Banter, a high-energy stand-up comedy showcase featuring some of the funniest and fiercest progressive voices on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 7:15 p.
STAR SPANGLED BANTER is Coming to the Den Theatre in June

STAR SPANGLED BANTER is Coming to the Den Theatre in June

by BWW News Desk — May 23, 2025
The Den Theatre will present Star Spangled Banter, a high-energy stand-up comedy showcase featuring some of the funniest and fiercest progressive voices.
Collaboraction Theatre to Present The Belonging Bash: A Night of Art, Music, and Comm

Collaboraction Theatre to Present The Belonging Bash: A Night of Art, Music, and Community Impact

by BWW News Desk — May 23, 2025
Collaboraction Theatre Company will present The Belonging Bash in June.
Links Hall Will Host DUSK Closing Event

Links Hall Will Host DUSK Closing Event

by BWW News Desk — May 23, 2025
Links Hall has announced DUSK, a special all-day closing event to ritualize and celebrate the beloved organization's almost 50-year impact in the dance and performance community in Chicago and beyond.
Photos: EVANSTON SALT COSTS CLIMBING At First Floor Theater

Photos: EVANSTON SALT COSTS CLIMBING At First Floor Theater

by BWW News Desk — May 22, 2025
Chicago’s First Floor Theater has released production images of their Chicago Premiere production, EVANSTON SALT COSTS CLIMBING, written by Will Arbery and running May 22 - June 14, 2025 at The Den Theatre's Bookspan stage, 1331 N.
TOM & ELIZA And EVERY BRILLIANT THING Set for TUTA Theatre Summer Repertory

TOM & ELIZA And EVERY BRILLIANT THING Set for TUTA Theatre Summer Repertory

by BWW News Desk — May 22, 2025
TUTA Theatre, which began its post-pandemic production in 2024 with the Jeff award-winning ATTEMPTS ON HER LIFE, followed by the critically acclaimed THE LONG CHRISTMAS DINNER, has announced a two-play repertory of recent plays for summer 2025.
Celebrate Culture and Community at the Turkish Festival This Weekend

Celebrate Culture and Community at the Turkish Festival This Weekend

by BWW News Desk — May 22, 2025
Chicagoans can immerse themselves in the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of Türkiye.
EUREKA DAY And More Set for TimeLine Theatre Company 2025-26 Season

EUREKA DAY And More Set for TimeLine Theatre Company 2025-26 Season

by BWW News Desk — May 22, 2025
TimeLine Theatre Company has announced a landmark 29th season—culminating in a long-awaited inaugural production in its new theatre currently under construction at 5035 N.
News: Raven Theatre Reveals Titles for Season 43

News: Raven Theatre Reveals Titles for Season 43

by BWW News Desk — May 22, 2025
Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has announced its 43rd season, with productions appearing on its Edgewater stages at 6157 N.
Review: SWEET CHARITY at Blank Theatre Company

Review: SWEET CHARITY at Blank Theatre Company

by Zac Thriffiley — May 21, 2025
Despite a few growing pains and a rushed finale, SWEET CHARITY is a great vehicle for the cast’s charming female lead and further evidence that Blank attracts some of the best young musical talent in the city while pushing the envelope of what Chicago storefront theater can accomplish.
Lucid Theater To Stage Comedy BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY In August

Lucid Theater To Stage Comedy BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY In August

by BWW News Desk — May 21, 2025
Lucid Theater will present the world premiere of BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY by Chicago playwright Amy Crider, whose WELLS AND WELLES was a breakout hit of summer 2024.
ALWAYS SOMETHING THERE... World Premiere is Coming to Mariott Theatre

ALWAYS SOMETHING THERE... World Premiere is Coming to Mariott Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 21, 2025
For a dose of summer fun, theatergoers are invited to grab their Walkman, cue up their favorite 80s mix tape, and head to Marriott Theatre as it continues its unforgettable 50th anniversary season with the world premiere of Always Something There…
THE TENDER TRAP Comes to The Edge Off-Broadway Theater

THE TENDER TRAP Comes to The Edge Off-Broadway Theater

by BWW News Desk — May 21, 2025
After their 2024 debut Women Beware Women, Blue in the Right Way will present its second production, a reimagining of Max Shulman and Robert Paul Smith's THE TENDER TRAP, directed by Kevin V.

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