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The Gift Theatre Cancels Performances of CYGNUS This Weekend

The Gift Theatre Cancels Performances of CYGNUS This Weekend

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2025
The Gift Theatre will present the world premiere of Cygnus, written by Susan Soon He Stanton and directed by Co-Artistic Director Brittany Burch, February 6 - March 16, at Filament Theater.
Jeff Awards Seeking Nominations For Special Award To Be Presented At 51st Anniversa

Jeff Awards Seeking Nominations For Special Award To Be Presented At 51st Anniversary Non-Equity Awards This March

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2025
Nominations for this Special Award of the 51st Anniversary Jeff Awards for Non-Equity Theater will be accepted through  Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 6pm CST.
Review: FOOL FOR LOVE at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

Review: FOOL FOR LOVE at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

by Rachel Weinberg — February 12, 2025
FOOL FOR LOVE has peak Steppenwolf energy.
LEAF World Premiere to be Presented at Lifeline Theatre

LEAF World Premiere to be Presented at Lifeline Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2025
Lifeline Theatre's KidSeries will present the world premiere of Leaf, based on the beloved picture book by Sandra Dieckmann this spring at Lifeline Theatre.
Cast Set for EVANSTON SALT COSTS CLIMBING at First Floor Theater

Cast Set for EVANSTON SALT COSTS CLIMBING at First Floor Theater

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2025
Chicago’s First Floor Theater has revealed the cast for the Chicago Premiere production of EVANSTON SALT COSTS CLIMBING, written by Will Arbery.
Aurora Women's Empowerment Foundation Awards Paramount Theatre $1 Million Gift

Aurora Women's Empowerment Foundation Awards Paramount Theatre $1 Million Gift

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2025
The Aurora Women's Empowerment Foundation has committed a transformative $1 million gift for downtown Aurora's Paramount Theatre to support two of its cornerstone programs: Paramount's New Works department and the Paramount School of the Arts (PSA).
Eric Clapton Tribute JOURNEYMAN Returns to the Raue Center

Eric Clapton Tribute JOURNEYMAN Returns to the Raue Center

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2025
Get ready for a night filled with the magic of Eric Clapton's hits as JOURNEYMAN returns to Raue Center For The Arts in March.
Cast Set For ENDGAME at Facility Theatre

Cast Set For ENDGAME at Facility Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2025
Chicago’s Facility Theatre has announced the cast of its upcoming production of Samuel Beckett’s ENDGAME, directed by Yasen Peyankov.
Review: CIRCUS QUIXOTE at Lookingglass Theatre

Review: CIRCUS QUIXOTE at Lookingglass Theatre

by Zac Thriffiley — February 12, 2025
Lookingglass Theatre’s CIRCUS QUIXOTE provides Chicago audiences with a stunning dramatic adaptation of Don Quixote that is every bit as impactful and imaginative as its source material.
Raven Theatre To Present Chicago Children's Theatre's BEATRIX POTTER TEA PARTY

Raven Theatre To Present Chicago Children's Theatre's BEATRIX POTTER TEA PARTY

by BWW News Desk — February 11, 2025
Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has announced the cast and production team for the limited run of Chicago Children’s Theatre’s THE BEATRIX POTTER TEA PARTY.
Chicago Shakespeare Theater Announces Cast Of SUNNY AFTERNOON North American Premier

Chicago Shakespeare Theater Announces Cast Of SUNNY AFTERNOON North American Premiere

by BWW News Desk — February 11, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced the cast and creative team of its highly anticipated North American Premiere musical event Sunny Afternoon.
Video: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Marriott Theatre

Video: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Marriott Theatre

by Michael Major — February 11, 2025
Watch a video from Marriott Theatre's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
The Jazz Ambassadors of The US Army Field Band Return to Raue Center

The Jazz Ambassadors of The US Army Field Band Return to Raue Center

by BWW News Desk — February 11, 2025
 Raue Center For The Arts has announced a free ticketed concert performed by the Jazz Ambassadors of the United States Army Field Band, on April 16, 2025, at 7 pm.
MEDEAMEDEAMEDEA Comes to Theatre EVOLVE

MEDEAMEDEAMEDEA Comes to Theatre EVOLVE

by BWW News Desk — February 10, 2025
Theatre EVOLVE has announced the cast and crew of their upcoming world premier production of 'MEDEAMEDEAMEDEA' by Olivia Buntaine, directed by Anna Rachel Troy.
Photos: Lookingglass Theatre Company's CIRCUS QUIXOTE

Photos: Lookingglass Theatre Company's CIRCUS QUIXOTE

by Blair Ingenthron — February 8, 2025
Lookingglass Theatre’s Circus Quixote is now playing through March 30 at The Joan and Paul Theatre at Water Tower Water Works.
TRANSLATIONS by Brian Friel to be Presented at Writers Theatre This Spring

TRANSLATIONS by Brian Friel to be Presented at Writers Theatre This Spring

by BWW News Desk — February 7, 2025
Writers Theatre will continue its 2024/25 Season with Brian Friel’s touching Irish drama Translations directed by Braden Abraham.
THE PILLOWMAN to be Presented at Astonrep Productions This Spring

THE PILLOWMAN to be Presented at Astonrep Productions This Spring

by BWW News Desk — February 7, 2025
Astonrep Productions will return with the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, THE PILLOWMAN by Martin McDonagh, directed by Derek Bertelsen, this spring.
Photos: FOOL FOR LOVE Now on Stage At Steppenwolf Theatre Company

Photos: FOOL FOR LOVE Now on Stage At Steppenwolf Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — February 7, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is presenting Sam Shepard’s Fool for Love, directed by Jeremy Herrin, in Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater.
The Second City to Honor 65 Year Anniversary With $19.59 Tickets

The Second City to Honor 65 Year Anniversary With $19.59 Tickets

by BWW News Desk — February 7, 2025
The Second City is hosting a yearlong celebration with specially priced $19.
Cast And Creative Team Set For THE SCHOOL OF SCANDAL at Idle Muse Theatre Company

Cast And Creative Team Set For THE SCHOOL OF SCANDAL at Idle Muse Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — February 6, 2025
Idle Muse Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for its production of Richard Brinsley Sheridan's The School for Scandal, directed by Evan Jackson.
FAT HAM & BETRAYAL Extend at Goodman Theatre

FAT HAM & BETRAYAL Extend at Goodman Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 6, 2025
Goodman Theatre will present additional performances for both of its current productions: James Ijames' Fat Ham and Susan V.
The Jeff Awards Reveal 51st Anniversary Non-Equiy Theater Awards Nominations

The Jeff Awards Reveal 51st Anniversary Non-Equiy Theater Awards Nominations

by BWW News Desk — February 6, 2025
Celebrating its 51st anniversary awarding recognition for Non-Equity theater, the Joseph Jefferson Awards revealed its nominations for theater excellence among Non-Equity theater during the 2024 season.
League of Chicago Theatres Celebrates Black History Month

League of Chicago Theatres Celebrates Black History Month

by BWW News Desk — February 6, 2025
 The League of Chicago Theatres shines a spotlight on Black History Month in conjunction with Chicago Theatre Week, February 6-16, 2025, and Chicago Theatre Week Continued, February 17-23, 2025.
Photos & Video: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Drury Lane Theatre

Photos & Video: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Drury Lane Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 5, 2025
Drury Lane Theatre is presenting Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, a heartwarming journey through Carole King's inspirational life story, where her music shines as a beacon of hope and personal growth.
ELVIS PRESLEY WAS A BLACK MAN NAMED JOE Comes to Black Ensemble Theater

ELVIS PRESLEY WAS A BLACK MAN NAMED JOE Comes to Black Ensemble Theater

by BWW News Desk — February 5, 2025
Black Ensemble Theater has announced Elvis Presley was a Black Man Named Joe, written and directed by Black Ensemble Theater’s Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor.

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