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Jackie Beat to Bring BIG DICKENS ENERGY! To Chicago
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2024
It's the most wonderful time of the year and everyone's favorite drag legend, JACKIE BEAT, is serving up a heapin' helpin' of holiday hijinx that yule just love in Chicago! Learn how to watch and see how to purchase tickets.
Hell in Handbag Hosts Benefit Performances of RUDOLPH THE RED-HOSED REINDEER
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2024
Hell in Handbag will host a special weekend of benefit performances during its upcoming 25th anniversary edition of Rudolph the Red-Hosed Reindeer (An Unauthorized Musical Parody).
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association Receives $50 Million Gift From The Zell Family Foundation
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2024
At a meeting of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association (CSOA) Board of Trustees and members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) it was announced that the CSOA is the recipient of a $50 million gift from Helen and Sam Zell on behalf of the Zell Family Foundation (ZFF).
DICKENS' CHRISTMAS CAROL DINNER SHOW Returns At Center For Visual And Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2024
Chicago Tribune Media Newspaper Columnist Philip Potempa and quick-change artist Cara Schmitt are joined by broadcast personality Tony Panek on the Theatre at the Center stage in December 2024 for the return of a fresh and entertaining spin on Charles Dickens' holiday tale classic.
Tickets Now on Sale for Music Theater Works' 2025 Producers Gala LUCK BE A LADY
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2024
Music Theater Works will present its annual gala, the Producers Gala, Luck Be A Lady, at the Michigan Shores Club. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Watch a Scene From A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Goodman Theatre
by Michael Major - December 10, 2024
'Together friends let's have a toast!' Watch a video clip from the Goodman Theatre's production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, a Chicago holiday tradition that is 'stunning, moving, engaging and better than ever' (WGNRadio.com).
IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE to be Presented at Improv Playhouse Radio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2024
Improv Playhouse Theatre will return to bring audiences an immersive live-staged radio play of Frank Capra's timeless classic, 'It's a Wonderful Life.' Learn how to watch!
& JULIET National Tour To Return To Chicago in July 2026
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2024
JULIET —Broadway's nine-time 2023 Tony Award nominee, including Best Musical—will return to Chicago at the Auditorium Theatre in summer 2025.
ROYKO: THE TOUGHEST MAN IN CHICAGO Enters Final Weeks of Performances
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2024
The world premiere of Royko: The Toughest Man is in its final weeks of performances in Chicago at Chopin Theatre. Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago tells the story of cantankerous Chicago columnist Mike Royko. Learn more!
Johanna McKenzie Miller Will Direct SWEET CHARITY at Blank Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2024
Blank Theatre Company has announced that its production of 'Sweet Charity' will be directed by Johanna McKenzie Miller. Learn more about the production here!
 Illinois Conservatory for the Arts Hosts A NIGHT OF BROADWAY
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2024
 Illinois Conservatory for the Arts will host its 3rd annual A Night of Broadway benefit Gala & Concert featuring its greatest all-star lineup of Broadway stars to date.
AN EVENING WITH DAVID SEDARIS Announced At Aurora's Paramount Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2024
David Sedaris will be appearing for one night only at Aurora's Paramount Theatre on Saturday, April 12 at 8 p.m., following the release of his newest books, Happy Go Lucky and Pretty Ugly. 
Photos: A BRIGHT ROOM CALLED DAY At Blank Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2024
Blank Theatre Company has released new production photos for the final show of their 2024 season, A BRIGHT ROOM CALLED DAY by Tony Kushner.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Chicago Awards
by BWW Awards - December 09, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Highland Park Players Perform FINDING NEMO KIDS in February
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2024
Highland Park Players will present the newly released musical, Disney’s FINDING NEMO Kids this coming February. Learn more about the upcoming production and find out how to get tickets here!
Photos: Redtwist Theatre's THE TOTALITY OF ALL THINGS
by Blair Ingenthron - December 07, 2024
Redtwist Theatre is presenting the world premiere of The Totality of All Things, written by Eric Gernand and directed by Enrico Spada. See photos from the production here!
Nicholas Tremulis & The Prodigals Will Perform Benefit Concert for Collaboraction Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2024
Chicago rocker Nicholas Tremulis will celebrate his 65th birthday and a 40-year friendship and history with Metro owner Joe Shanahan in January with a special live concert, Boneyard Rhapsody #65.
The Gazellies, Jourdain Fisher, And Alex Moffat Come To The Den Theatre In January
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2024
The Den Theatre has announced that on January 9, The Gazellies: 2024 Comedy Gazelle Awards, the annual Chicago comedy awards show, will be returning to the theatre’s Wicker Park stages at 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave.; plus, Jourdain Fisher will be on stage January 17 and Alex Moffat on January 18.
Saint Sebastian Players Presents Presents THE MAN WHO CAME TO DINNER
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2024
The Saint Sebastian Players keeps the joy and craziness of the holidays going as its 43rd season continues with The Man Who Came to Dinner by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman. Performances take place January 24–February 16, 2025.
The Revival Brothers Pay Tribute To The Allman Brothers Band At Raue Center
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2024
Get ready for an unforgettable night as The Revival Brothers Band brings their tribute to the legendary Allman Brothers Band to the Raue Center For The Arts.
& JULIET National Tour Presented by Broadway In Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - December 05, 2024
& JULIET is an unserious jukebox musical that’s deeply serious about its commitment to fun.
EVERY BRILLIANT THING Starring Jessie Fisher Extends at Writers Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2024
Writers Theatre has added a week of performances to the hilarious and compassionate production of Every Brilliant Thing, written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe, directed by Kimberly Senior, and starring Jessie Fisher. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set for Sam Shepard's A LIE OF THE MIND at Raven Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2024
Chicago's Raven Theatre Company has revealed the cast and production team for Sam Shepard's A LIE OF THE MIND, directed by Azar Kazemi. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Student Blog: My Experience with Loyola University Chicago's Theatre Program
by Student Blogger: Theron Abel - December 04, 2024
Before coming to Loyola University Chicago, I knew essentially nothing about the school’s theatre program. So, I present to you a glimpse into the world of theatre at Loyola University Chicago and things I wish I knew when applying!
Student Blog: Rest and Responsibility
by Student Blogger: Theron Abel - December 04, 2024
As I roll into the final weeks of school before finals, the world seems to be sending me different challenges from every direction all at once. Can I survive the home stretch of class on top of the bleak Chicago weather? Let's find out!

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