INSIDIOUS Immersive Experience Comes to Chicago
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2024
The world of Insidious will jump off the screen and directly into your theater seat with “INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR” – a live immersive horror experience that will bring your darkest fears to life right before your eyes.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2024
The world of Insidious will jump off the screen and directly into your theater seat with “INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR” – a live immersive horror experience that will bring your darkest fears to life right before your eyes.
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble Presents THE WICKHAMS: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2024
Experience the holiday season with BTE's production of THE WICKHAMS: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY, running from November 14 to December 15.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2024
Experience the holiday season with BTE's production of THE WICKHAMS: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY, running from November 14 to December 15.
3Arts Announces Six Recipients Of $50,000 Next Level Awards For Visual And Teaching Artists
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2024
3Arts announced six recipients of the $50,000 Next Level Awards, recognizing visual and teaching artists for their contributions and impact in the arts community.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2024
3Arts announced six recipients of the $50,000 Next Level Awards, recognizing visual and teaching artists for their contributions and impact in the arts community.
Chicago Premiere Of THE BERLIN DIARIES Begins At Open Space Arts This December
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2024
The Chicago premiere of THE BERLIN DIARIES has been announced at Open Space Arts.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2024
The Chicago premiere of THE BERLIN DIARIES has been announced at Open Space Arts.
The Young People's Theatre of Chicago to Present DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2024
The Young People's Theatre of Chicago launches its 2024-2025 season with the return of the musical DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS at the Greenhouse Theatre Center.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2024
The Young People's Theatre of Chicago launches its 2024-2025 season with the return of the musical DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS at the Greenhouse Theatre Center.
Eclectic Full Contact Theatre Unveils 12th Season
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2024
Eclectic Full Contact Theatre revealed its 12th season in Chicago, focusing on optimism and resilience. The season includes the 2nd Annual Crashbox Festival of Short Live Audio Plays. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2024
Eclectic Full Contact Theatre revealed its 12th season in Chicago, focusing on optimism and resilience. The season includes the 2nd Annual Crashbox Festival of Short Live Audio Plays. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Remy Bumppo Theatre Company's DEAR ELIZABETH
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2024
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company’s Dear Elizabeth, the first production of its 2024 - 2025 season, written by Sarah Ruhl and directed by Remy Bumppo Creative Producer Christina Casano, is now playing through November 17, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. See photos from the production.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2024
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company’s Dear Elizabeth, the first production of its 2024 - 2025 season, written by Sarah Ruhl and directed by Remy Bumppo Creative Producer Christina Casano, is now playing through November 17, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. See photos from the production.
20th Annual NEW STAGE FESTIVAL Announced At Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2024
Five new works—four developmental plays plus one musical in free public readings—are on tap this December for Goodman Theatre's 2024 New Stages Festival, under Artistic Susan V. Booth and Director of New Works Kat Zukaitis.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2024
Five new works—four developmental plays plus one musical in free public readings—are on tap this December for Goodman Theatre's 2024 New Stages Festival, under Artistic Susan V. Booth and Director of New Works Kat Zukaitis.
New Musical HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY To Premiere In January 2025
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2024
Discover the new musical HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, exploring the early life of John Lewis. Book writer Nambi E. Kelley is deeply inspired by Congressman John Lewis and wanted to write a play for families so they could be inspired by his remarkable upbringing and perseverance.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2024
Discover the new musical HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, exploring the early life of John Lewis. Book writer Nambi E. Kelley is deeply inspired by Congressman John Lewis and wanted to write a play for families so they could be inspired by his remarkable upbringing and perseverance.
Porchlight Young Professionals to Present WICKED Movie Watch Party With Cast Veterans
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2024
Join Porchlight Young Professionals for a WICKED film watch party featuring cast veterans. Enjoy an evening of musical magic and community engagement. Learn how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2024
Join Porchlight Young Professionals for a WICKED film watch party featuring cast veterans. Enjoy an evening of musical magic and community engagement. Learn how to attend.
MACBETH BY THE SEA is Coming to The Den Theatre in November
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2024
John Hancock Productions will bring MACBETH BY THE SEA to Chicago, transforming Shakespeare's tragedy into a comedy. Directed by Andrea J Dymond, the play explores ambition, nepotism, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2024
John Hancock Productions will bring MACBETH BY THE SEA to Chicago, transforming Shakespeare's tragedy into a comedy. Directed by Andrea J Dymond, the play explores ambition, nepotism, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Spotlight: LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf
by BWW Special Offer - October 21, 2024
Leroy and Lucy Make Music at Steppenwolf
by BWW Special Offer - October 21, 2024
Leroy and Lucy Make Music at Steppenwolf
Last Chance To Submit Nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards
by BWW Awards - October 21, 2024
Time is running out to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards. Don't miss next week's October 31st deadline!
by BWW Awards - October 21, 2024
Time is running out to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards. Don't miss next week's October 31st deadline!
Full Cast & Creative Team Set For A BRIGHT ROOM CALLED DAY At Blank Theatre Company
by Blair Ingenthron - October 20, 2024
Blank Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for the final show of their 2024 season, A BRIGHT ROOM CALLED DAY by Tony Kushner.
by Blair Ingenthron - October 20, 2024
Blank Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for the final show of their 2024 season, A BRIGHT ROOM CALLED DAY by Tony Kushner.
Review: BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA at BrightSide Theatre
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - October 20, 2024
What did our critic think of BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA at BrightSide Theatre?
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - October 20, 2024
What did our critic think of BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA at BrightSide Theatre?
Photos: Redtwist Theatre's World Premiere BOTTLE FLY
by Blair Ingenthron - October 19, 2024
Award-winning Redtwist Theatre is presenting the world premiere of Jacqueline Goldfinger’s Bottle Fly, directed by Co-Artistic Director Eileen Dixon, now playing through November 24 at its home in Edgewater, the newly renovated Redtwist Theatre. Check out photos here!
by Blair Ingenthron - October 19, 2024
Award-winning Redtwist Theatre is presenting the world premiere of Jacqueline Goldfinger’s Bottle Fly, directed by Co-Artistic Director Eileen Dixon, now playing through November 24 at its home in Edgewater, the newly renovated Redtwist Theatre. Check out photos here!
Photos: Babes With Blades' A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Blair Ingenthron - October 19, 2024
Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s (BWBTC) 2024 season concludes with William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, now playing through November 23 at The Edge Theater. Check out photos here!
by Blair Ingenthron - October 19, 2024
Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s (BWBTC) 2024 season concludes with William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, now playing through November 23 at The Edge Theater. Check out photos here!
Judy Gold Set for THE BIG GAY CABARET in November
by Blair Ingenthron - October 19, 2024
The Big Gay Cabaret Series presented by Ginger Minj has announced its final performer of the season, Judy Gold. Performances will be held on Friday and Saturday, November 8 & 9 at 8PM, and Sunday, November 10 at 5PM at Venus Cabaret Theater.
by Blair Ingenthron - October 19, 2024
The Big Gay Cabaret Series presented by Ginger Minj has announced its final performer of the season, Judy Gold. Performances will be held on Friday and Saturday, November 8 & 9 at 8PM, and Sunday, November 10 at 5PM at Venus Cabaret Theater.
Photos: The Impostors Theatre Company In Rehearsal for PILOT ISLAND & HER KEEPERS
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2024
After their critically acclaimed fifth season, The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) returns with the highly anticipated world premiere of Pilot Island & Her Keepers. See photos from inside the rehearsal.
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2024
After their critically acclaimed fifth season, The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) returns with the highly anticipated world premiere of Pilot Island & Her Keepers. See photos from inside the rehearsal.
Photos: Inside The Beautiful City Project's THAT'S WHAT SHE SANG
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2024
The Beautiful City Project's October cabaret, THAT’S WHAT SHE SANG, was held at the picturesque Den Theatre, the evening featured an all-femme cast, singing comedy songs from the musical theatre canon. Check out photos from the event.
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2024
The Beautiful City Project's October cabaret, THAT’S WHAT SHE SANG, was held at the picturesque Den Theatre, the evening featured an all-femme cast, singing comedy songs from the musical theatre canon. Check out photos from the event.
ROYKO: THE TOUGHEST MAN IN CHICAGO to Return to The Chopin Theatre in November
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2024
A return engagement will be presented for the world premiere of Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago at Chopin Theatre. Playing to sold out houses in its original Fall 2024 run, the production returns for a limited time. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2024
A return engagement will be presented for the world premiere of Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago at Chopin Theatre. Playing to sold out houses in its original Fall 2024 run, the production returns for a limited time. Learn how to purchase tickets.
AVATAR & ROCKY HORROR to Play This Weekend at Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2024
Broadway In Chicago is presenting two shows this weekend! For one day only each, come see AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER IN CONCERT, followed by THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2024
Broadway In Chicago is presenting two shows this weekend! For one day only each, come see AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER IN CONCERT, followed by THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Remy Bumppo Reveals 2024 Associate Artists
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2024
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, launching its 2024 - 2025 season with Dear Elizabeth, October 17 - November 17, at Theater Wit, has announced its slate of new Associate Artists.
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2024
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, launching its 2024 - 2025 season with Dear Elizabeth, October 17 - November 17, at Theater Wit, has announced its slate of new Associate Artists.
Hell in a Handbag Reveals 2024/25 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2024
Hell in a Handbag Productions has announced its 2024/25 Season, featuring a fan favorite and two world premieres. Now in its 23rd year, Handbag continues to serve Chicago audiences with the best camp and parody – thus ensuring the preservation and celebration of this unequivocally queer art form.
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2024
Hell in a Handbag Productions has announced its 2024/25 Season, featuring a fan favorite and two world premieres. Now in its 23rd year, Handbag continues to serve Chicago audiences with the best camp and parody – thus ensuring the preservation and celebration of this unequivocally queer art form.
Photos: Kokandy Productions Presents INTO THE WOODS
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2024
Kokandy Productions will conclude its 2024 season with an immersive production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s classic Into The Woods, the first Chicago storefront production of the beloved musical in over a decade. See photos from the production.
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2024
Kokandy Productions will conclude its 2024 season with an immersive production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s classic Into The Woods, the first Chicago storefront production of the beloved musical in over a decade. See photos from the production.
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