Details Unveiled For The 38th ANNUAL YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2024
Discover the lineup for the 38th ANNUAL YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL by Pegasus Theatre Chicago at Chicago Dramatists, showcasing emerging playwrights. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2024
Discover the lineup for the 38th ANNUAL YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL by Pegasus Theatre Chicago at Chicago Dramatists, showcasing emerging playwrights. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Shakespeare Project Of Chicago to Open 30th Anniversary With MEASURE FOR MEASURE
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2024
The Shakespeare Project of Chicago will celebrate its 30th anniversary with free performances of MEASURE FOR MEASURE, exploring themes of power and corruption in four Chicagoland venues.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2024
The Shakespeare Project of Chicago will celebrate its 30th anniversary with free performances of MEASURE FOR MEASURE, exploring themes of power and corruption in four Chicagoland venues.
LITTLE WOMEN Comes to Northlight Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2024
Northlight Theatre will continue its 2024–2025 season with Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women adapted by Lauren Gunderson from the novel by Louisa May Alcott, directed by Associate Artistic Director Georgette Verdin.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2024
Northlight Theatre will continue its 2024–2025 season with Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women adapted by Lauren Gunderson from the novel by Louisa May Alcott, directed by Associate Artistic Director Georgette Verdin.
WHO'S HOLIDAY Comes to Theater Wit
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2024
Cindy-Lou Who, now 40, returns to Chicago’s Theater Wit for her fourth season in Who’s Holiday!, a comedy with a twist of rhyme, opening this month and running this holiday season.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2024
Cindy-Lou Who, now 40, returns to Chicago’s Theater Wit for her fourth season in Who’s Holiday!, a comedy with a twist of rhyme, opening this month and running this holiday season.
JEKYLL AND HYDE IN CONCERT to be Presented at BrightSide Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
BrightSide Theatre will perform the Broadway musical JEKYLL AND HYDE in a concert presentation at North Central College’s Madden Hall, for two weekends in January. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
BrightSide Theatre will perform the Broadway musical JEKYLL AND HYDE in a concert presentation at North Central College’s Madden Hall, for two weekends in January. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Redtwist Theatre Reveals Headliner & Plays In Inaugural New Work Incubator - TWISTED PLAYFEST
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
Redtwist Theatre has revealed the roster of plays for its inaugural Twisted Playfest and the cast and creative team for the headlining production in Twisted Playfest, The Totality of Things. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
Redtwist Theatre has revealed the roster of plays for its inaugural Twisted Playfest and the cast and creative team for the headlining production in Twisted Playfest, The Totality of Things. Learn more!
Video: Clips From IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at the Mariott Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
All new clips have been released from Irving Berlin's White Christmas at the Marriott Theatre. The production runs through December 29. Check out all of the clips in the videos here.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
All new clips have been released from Irving Berlin's White Christmas at the Marriott Theatre. The production runs through December 29. Check out all of the clips in the videos here.
Chicago Cabaret Professionals Will Host MERRY MEASURES 2024 Benefitting Gilda’s Club Chicago
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
Chicago Cabaret Professionals has announced the return of its holiday event: Merry Measures, to be held at Davenport’s Piano Bar and Cabaret this December.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
Chicago Cabaret Professionals has announced the return of its holiday event: Merry Measures, to be held at Davenport’s Piano Bar and Cabaret this December.
Art Institute of Chicago Reveals Eric Lefkofsky as New Chair of the Board of Trustees
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
The Art Institute of Chicago announced the election of Eric Lefkofsky as the organization’s new chair of the Board of Trustees. Lefkofsky will succeed Denise Gardner as the leader of the board.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
The Art Institute of Chicago announced the election of Eric Lefkofsky as the organization’s new chair of the Board of Trustees. Lefkofsky will succeed Denise Gardner as the leader of the board.
DEBATE: BALDWIN VS. BUCKLEY Comes to DePaul's Cortelyou Commons
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
Next winter, on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of their legendary duel, TimeLine Theatre Company will present the Chicago premiere of the american vicarious’ Debate: Baldwin vs. Buckley.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
Next winter, on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of their legendary duel, TimeLine Theatre Company will present the Chicago premiere of the american vicarious’ Debate: Baldwin vs. Buckley.
PlayMakers Laboratory's THAT’S WEIRD, GRANDMA: A HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR! Comes to the Neo-Futurist Theater
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
PlayMakers Laboratory will welcome back its original sketch show That's Weird, Grandma: A Holiday Spectacular! This family-friendly comedy extravaganza returns for one weekend only.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
PlayMakers Laboratory will welcome back its original sketch show That's Weird, Grandma: A Holiday Spectacular! This family-friendly comedy extravaganza returns for one weekend only.
Cast Set For FOOL FOR LOVE at Steppenwolf
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has announced full casting for its revival of Sam Shepard’s dark and beautiful masterpiece Fool for Love, directed by Jeremy Herrin.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has announced full casting for its revival of Sam Shepard’s dark and beautiful masterpiece Fool for Love, directed by Jeremy Herrin.
WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? Comes to the UIS Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? will present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?, appearing live on Wednesday, March 26.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2024
The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? will present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?, appearing live on Wednesday, March 26.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL CABARET Announced At Hey Nonny Live Music + Kitchen
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
Experience a festive evening with The Peppermint Patties in Arlington Heights as they present A CHRISTMAS CAROL CABARET. Enjoy close vocal harmonies and holiday classics inspired by Charles Dickens' tale.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
Experience a festive evening with The Peppermint Patties in Arlington Heights as they present A CHRISTMAS CAROL CABARET. Enjoy close vocal harmonies and holiday classics inspired by Charles Dickens' tale.
THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is Now Playing at the Cadillac Palace Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, is now playing at the Cadillac Palace Theatre for a limited engagement through late November. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, is now playing at the Cadillac Palace Theatre for a limited engagement through late November. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast And Creative Team Set For LEGALLY BLONDE at Music Theater Works
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for LEGALLY BLONDE, running in December at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for LEGALLY BLONDE, running in December at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie. Learn how to purchase tickets.
RUDOLPH THE RED-HOSED REINDEER to Return to Hell in a Handbag This December
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
Hell in a Handbag Productions will open its 2024/25 Season with the 25th anniversary edition of Artistic Director David Cerda's holiday classic Rudolph the Red-Hosed Reindeer (An Unauthorized Musical Parody). Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
Hell in a Handbag Productions will open its 2024/25 Season with the 25th anniversary edition of Artistic Director David Cerda's holiday classic Rudolph the Red-Hosed Reindeer (An Unauthorized Musical Parody). Learn how to purchase tickets.
Blue Man Group Adds Expanded Performance Schedule in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
This holiday season, Blue Man Group will deck the halls with an expanded performance schedule at Chicago's Briar Street Theatre. Learn how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
This holiday season, Blue Man Group will deck the halls with an expanded performance schedule at Chicago's Briar Street Theatre. Learn how to get tickets here!
Voting Open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards
by BWW Awards - November 12, 2024
Voting is now open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW Awards - November 12, 2024
Voting is now open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Collaboraction's 28th Utopian Ball Raises 200k To Support New Home At Kimball Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
Collaboraction Theatre Company brought people together to cultivate knowledge, empathy, dialogue, and action at its sold out 28th Utopian Ball gala benefit, Saturday, November 2 at Venue One in West Town.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2024
Collaboraction Theatre Company brought people together to cultivate knowledge, empathy, dialogue, and action at its sold out 28th Utopian Ball gala benefit, Saturday, November 2 at Venue One in West Town.
Photos: Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS Opens At Marriott Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2024
Enjoy one of America’s most cherished silver screen classics, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, on stage at Marriott Theatre this holiday season. Check out photos from opening night.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2024
Enjoy one of America’s most cherished silver screen classics, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, on stage at Marriott Theatre this holiday season. Check out photos from opening night.
ELTON ROHN Tribute Performance Comes To Raue Center In December
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2024
Experience the music of Elton John as tribute band ELTON ROHN performs at Raue Center on December 31, 2024, at 7 pm.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2024
Experience the music of Elton John as tribute band ELTON ROHN performs at Raue Center on December 31, 2024, at 7 pm.
Cast Set For DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS at the Young People's Theatre of Chicago
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2024
The company's 2024-2025 season will launch with the return of the all-ages musical that sold-out every performance in YPT's inaugural season. Learn more about the show!
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2024
The company's 2024-2025 season will launch with the return of the all-ages musical that sold-out every performance in YPT's inaugural season. Learn more about the show!
Student Blog: The TikTokification of Musical Theatre Songs
by Student Blogger: Theron Abel - November 10, 2024
Over the past several years, TikTok has become one of the most used apps globally. Personally, the app has become my main hub for doom-scrolling: I am able to consume hours of media and retain virtually zero information. While I am not proud of this “talent,” I have come to understand that it is a shared tendency among many of my peers.
by Student Blogger: Theron Abel - November 10, 2024
Over the past several years, TikTok has become one of the most used apps globally. Personally, the app has become my main hub for doom-scrolling: I am able to consume hours of media and retain virtually zero information. While I am not proud of this “talent,” I have come to understand that it is a shared tendency among many of my peers.
Student Blog: What Is This Feeling? Midterms, My Life, and Moving Forward
by Student Blogger: Theron Abel - November 10, 2024
October, the month of change, is upon us. The leaves turn from a tranquil green to a crunchy burnt orange, the morning air becomes less balmy and gains a biting crispiness, and my grades always decline. Curse you, midterms. Alas, some things never change; I still find time to dance with my friends, watch The Office, and act a fool on campus.
by Student Blogger: Theron Abel - November 10, 2024
October, the month of change, is upon us. The leaves turn from a tranquil green to a crunchy burnt orange, the morning air becomes less balmy and gains a biting crispiness, and my grades always decline. Curse you, midterms. Alas, some things never change; I still find time to dance with my friends, watch The Office, and act a fool on campus.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
Paramount Theatre (11/12 - 1/11) | |
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Elton Rohn
Raue Center For The Arts (12/27 - 12/27) | |
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Amadeus
Steppenwolf Theatre Company (11/6 - 1/4) | |
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American English
Raue Center For The Arts (12/31 - 12/31) | |
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Eureka Day
Broadway Playhouse At Water Tower Place (1/13 - 2/22) | |
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You Win Some, You Dim Sum: a comedy show at the Lincoln Lodge | January 3, 2026
The Lincoln Lodge (1/3 - 1/3) | |
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Sister Act
Drury Lane Theatre (11/12 - 1/11) | |
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Elton Rohn
Raue Center For The Arts (12/27 - 12/27) | |
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Mondo Burlesco
Stars & Garters (9/10 - 12/31) | |
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