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Photos: Circus-Themed CATS Soars At Chicago's Paramount Theatre

Photos: Circus-Themed CATS Soars At Chicago's Paramount Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 9, 2025
Step right up! The Jellicle Ball goes under the big top as Paramount Theatre presents a circus-themed revival of Cats, running through June 15, 2025.
Hell In A Handbag's QUEEN FOR A DAY Begins In July At Bramble Arts Loft

Hell In A Handbag's QUEEN FOR A DAY Begins In July At Bramble Arts Loft

by BWW News Desk — May 9, 2025
Hell in a Handbag Productions will conclude its 2024/25 Season with the world premiere of QUEEN FOR A DAY written by ensemble member Tyler Anthony Smith* and directed by Stephanie Shaw.
CHICAGO Comes to Circa '21

CHICAGO Comes to Circa '21

by BWW News Desk — May 9, 2025
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse will present one of the most-requested titles in its history, the legendary Kander & Ebb musical, CHICAGO! Learn more about the show here!
The Theatre School Hosts Climate Action Festival to Inspire Environmental Action

The Theatre School Hosts Climate Action Festival to Inspire Environmental Action

by BWW News Desk — May 8, 2025
In continuation of the celebration of its Centennial year, The Theatre School at DePaul University has announced the launch of a Climate Action Festival, running Wednesday, May 14 through Sunday, May 18, 2025.
DENNIS WATKINS' THE MAGIC PARLOUR Adds Performances At Goodman Theatre

DENNIS WATKINS' THE MAGIC PARLOUR Adds Performances At Goodman Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 8, 2025
Demand continues for The Magic Parlour as Dennis Watkins builds on his 500-performance success.
The 2025 Chicago Opera Festival Begins With THE LOVE OF THREE KINGS At Athenaeum Cent

The 2025 Chicago Opera Festival Begins With THE LOVE OF THREE KINGS At Athenaeum Center

by BWW News Desk — May 8, 2025
The Opera Festival of Chicago has released first look production photos of for The Love of Three Kings (L’Amore dei tre Re).
BATSU! Chicago Adds Permanent Weekly Thursday-Night Show, And Launches 'Thirsty Thurs

BATSU! Chicago Adds Permanent Weekly Thursday-Night Show, And Launches 'Thirsty Thursdays'

by BWW News Desk — May 8, 2025
Due to popular demand, BATSU! Chicago is expanding its weekly schedule with the launch of a permanent Thursday-night show kicking off in May.
Ringo Starr And His All Starr Band Come To The Chicago Theatre In September

Ringo Starr And His All Starr Band Come To The Chicago Theatre In September

by BWW News Desk — May 7, 2025
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Nine Actors Create Nearly 50 Characters In THE ANTIQUITIES By Jordan Harrison

Nine Actors Create Nearly 50 Characters In THE ANTIQUITIES By Jordan Harrison

by BWW News Desk — May 7, 2025
Next up at Goodman Theatre is Pulitzer Prize finalist playwright Jordan Harrison (Marjorie Prime, Maple and Vine)'s newest work, A Tour of the Permanent Collection in the Museum of Late Human Antiquities or, just The Antiquities—a startling and transcendent portrait of the present as seen from the
Video/Photos: PRIMARY TRUST at Alley Theatre

Video/Photos: PRIMARY TRUST at Alley Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — May 7, 2025
Alley Theatre has revealed new photos and video of Primary Trust.
National Hellenic Museum to Host HADESTOWN & EXPLORING ITS GREEK ROOTS Panel Discussi

National Hellenic Museum to Host HADESTOWN & EXPLORING ITS GREEK ROOTS Panel Discussion

by BWW News Desk — May 7, 2025
National Hellenic Museum will host HADESTOWN & EXPLORING ITS GREEK ROOTS panel discussion on Thursday, May 8.
Review: HYMN at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Review: HYMN at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

by Zac Thriffiley — May 7, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s all-Chicago production of Lolita Chakrabarti’s HYMN is beautifully performed, but the script never quite delivers on the thematic complexity promised by the play’s premise.
Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band Coming to The Chicago Theatre in December

Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band Coming to The Chicago Theatre in December

by BWW News Desk — May 7, 2025
Musician Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band will kick off their fall tour at The Chicago Theatre on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 7:30PM.
Chicago Sinfonietta Reveals New President and CEO

Chicago Sinfonietta Reveals New President and CEO

by BWW News Desk — May 7, 2025
Chicago Sinfonietta announced the appointment of the internationally recognized orchestra’s new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Hell In A Handbag's SCARY TOWN Extends at The Clutch

Hell In A Handbag's SCARY TOWN Extends at The Clutch

by BWW News Desk — May 7, 2025
Due to popular demand, Hell in a Handbag Productions has announced additional performances of Artistic Director David Cerda's* hit world premiere of Scary Town.
Tony Award-Winning HADESTOWN Is Now Playing At CIBC Theatre

Tony Award-Winning HADESTOWN Is Now Playing At CIBC Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 6, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced that HADESTOWN, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, is now playing at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre.
Laura Dellis to Bring HALFWAY TO FIFTY...4 to The Den Theatre

Laura Dellis to Bring HALFWAY TO FIFTY...4 to The Den Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 6, 2025
Comic Laura Dellis will bring her show HALFWAY TO FIFTY.

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