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BWW Q&A: Sylvia Hernandez-DiStasi & Amanda Crockett of CATS at Paramount Theatre

BWW Q&A: Sylvia Hernandez-DiStasi & Amanda Crockett of CATS at Paramount Theatre

by Joshua Wright — April 21, 2025
Paramount Theatre is presenting a circus-themed revival of Cats, music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, directed by Trent Stork, April 30-June 15, 2025.
44 - THE OBAMA MUSICAL to Return to LA and Chicago

44 - THE OBAMA MUSICAL to Return to LA and Chicago

by BWW News Desk — April 21, 2025
44 -THE OBAMA MUSICAL will return for second terms, first returning to the Kirk Douglas Theatre and then The Sutdebaker Theater in Chicago.
Cast Set for ANGELS IN AMERICA, PARTS ONE AND TWO at Invictus Theatre

Cast Set for ANGELS IN AMERICA, PARTS ONE AND TWO at Invictus Theatre

by BWW News Desk — April 21, 2025
Discover the talented cast for ANGELS IN AMERICA at Invictus Theatre.
Songbird Theatre Announces Cast for RED AND THE WOLF, A New Folk Opera

Songbird Theatre Announces Cast for RED AND THE WOLF, A New Folk Opera

by BWW News Desk — April 20, 2025
Newly formed Songbird Theatre has announced its inaugural production, Red and the Wolf, an original folk opera by Glen Ellyn native Aaron Zimmerman.
Nominees Announced for The 14th Annual Broadway In Chicago Illinois High School Music

Nominees Announced for The 14th Annual Broadway In Chicago Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards

by BWW News Desk — April 18, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced the 24 student nominees for Best Performer in an Actor and Actress role, nominees for Best Ensemble, Best Direction, and Best Production, and this year's show sponsor for the 14th Annual Broadway In Chicago Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards.
LEGALLY BLONDE Begins At The Edge Theater Next Week

LEGALLY BLONDE Begins At The Edge Theater Next Week

by BWW News Desk — April 18, 2025
LEGALLY BLONDE begins performances at The Edge Theater next week.
Mandala South Asian Performing Arts to Continue 10th Season With ANANTA (ENDLESS)

Mandala South Asian Performing Arts to Continue 10th Season With ANANTA (ENDLESS)

by BWW News Desk — April 18, 2025
Mandala South Asian Performing Arts will continue its 10th anniversary season with Ananta (Endless), a performance combining original choreography by artist-in-residence Amber Mehta.
Review: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Co-Produced by Northlight Theatre and Theater

Review: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Co-Produced by Northlight Theatre and Theater Wit

by Rachel Weinberg — April 18, 2025
Now in its Chicago-area premiere, Joshua Harmon’s Tony-nominated sprawling and ambitious PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC is a searing and inquisitive look at contemporary Judaism and anti-Semitism.
THE FIRST LADY OF TELEVISION World Premiere and More Set for Northlight 50th Season

THE FIRST LADY OF TELEVISION World Premiere and More Set for Northlight 50th Season

by BWW News Desk — April 18, 2025
Northlight Theatre has revealed the 2025-2026 season.
GASLIGHT, MARY JANE, and More Set For Northlight Theatre's 2025-26 Season

GASLIGHT, MARY JANE, and More Set For Northlight Theatre's 2025-26 Season

by BWW News Desk — April 18, 2025
Northlight Theatre has announced its 50th Anniversary Season.
Links Hall Will Sunset After 47 Years in Chicago

Links Hall Will Sunset After 47 Years in Chicago

by BWW News Desk — April 18, 2025
Links Hall in Chicago, IL announced plans to sunset the organization at the end of its current season, June 30th, 2025 with a heartfelt public letter.
Full Cast Set For Hell In A Handbag's QUEEN FOR A DAY

Full Cast Set For Hell In A Handbag's QUEEN FOR A DAY

by BWW News Desk — April 18, 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.
The Second City Announces 2025 Victor Wong Fellowship Recipients

The Second City Announces 2025 Victor Wong Fellowship Recipients

by BWW News Desk — April 17, 2025
Legendary comedy institution The Second City has announced the recipients of the third annual Victor Wong Fellowship, a program to train and mentor rising Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) comedic talent.
Photos: Music Theater Works 2025 Producers Gala: LUCK BE A LADY Sets New Fundraising

Photos: Music Theater Works 2025 Producers Gala: LUCK BE A LADY Sets New Fundraising Record

by BWW News Desk — April 17, 2025
Music Theater Works’ annual gala, the Producers Gala, Luck Be a Lady was held Saturday, April 5, at the Michigan Shores Club, 911 Michigan Ave.
The Jeff Awards Honor 2024 Class Of Jeff Impact Fellows

The Jeff Awards Honor 2024 Class Of Jeff Impact Fellows

by BWW News Desk — April 17, 2025
The Jeff Awards has announced the newest recipients of its Jeff Impact Fellowships.
THE OSTRICH World Premiere Cast And Creative Team Revealed

THE OSTRICH World Premiere Cast And Creative Team Revealed

by BWW News Desk — April 17, 2025
The Terror Cottas and Chicago Park District have announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of The Ostrich, written by Wendy A.
The Artistic Home to Present CUT TO THE CHASE Festival at The Den Theatre

The Artistic Home to Present CUT TO THE CHASE Festival at The Den Theatre

by BWW News Desk — April 17, 2025
The Artistic Home Studio will present the 2025 edition of its annual CUT TO THE CHASE festival of new one act plays.
TimeLine Theatre Names Miguel Fernández Director Of Development

TimeLine Theatre Names Miguel Fernández Director Of Development

by BWW News Desk — April 17, 2025
TimeLine Theatre has announced that Miguel Fernández has joined the company as Director of Development.

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