Review: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD National Tour Premiere
by Rachel Weinberg - September 27, 2024
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is three hours of nostalgia-fueled, utterly captivating theater...with heaps of stage magic. The Chicago engagement marks the national tour debut of the eighth installment in J.K. Rowling’s HARRY POTTER series.
by Rachel Weinberg - September 27, 2024
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is three hours of nostalgia-fueled, utterly captivating theater...with heaps of stage magic. The Chicago engagement marks the national tour debut of the eighth installment in J.K. Rowling’s HARRY POTTER series.
Photos: Steppenwolf Celebrates Opening Night of NOISES OFF
by Nicole Rosky - September 27, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has officially opened its 49th season with a revival of Michael Frayn’s classic comedy Noises Off. Check out photos from inside opening night below!
by Nicole Rosky - September 27, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has officially opened its 49th season with a revival of Michael Frayn’s classic comedy Noises Off. Check out photos from inside opening night below!
SPIDER-MAN: ACCROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE LIVE IN CONCERT Begins Tomorrow in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2024
The highly anticipated sequel: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert will run in Chicago with a lottery! It will have a strictly limited engagement of 2 performances at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2024
The highly anticipated sequel: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert will run in Chicago with a lottery! It will have a strictly limited engagement of 2 performances at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Teatro ZinZanni Extends Current Production Starring Locally Renowned Artist Liv Warfield
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2024
Teatro ZinZanni's production, which opened in May 2024 and has been receiving critical acclaim, has now announced an extension through December 31 due to overwhelming demand!
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2024
Teatro ZinZanni's production, which opened in May 2024 and has been receiving critical acclaim, has now announced an extension through December 31 due to overwhelming demand!
Celebrate Fall With Seasonal Programming At Premier Destinations In Chicago's Oak Brook Suburb
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
Discover fall events and activities in Oak Brook, Chicago, including seasonal programming at premier destinations. Enjoy family-friendly events, outdoor activities, and cultural experiences this autumn.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
Discover fall events and activities in Oak Brook, Chicago, including seasonal programming at premier destinations. Enjoy family-friendly events, outdoor activities, and cultural experiences this autumn.
This Halloween, Dennis Watkins Presents THE SPIRIT CABINET At The Magic Parlour
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
The Magic Parlour announced special Halloween performances featuring Latine magicians throughout October.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
The Magic Parlour announced special Halloween performances featuring Latine magicians throughout October.
Steppenwolf Theatre to Present World Premiere of LEROY AND LUCY This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 49th season with the world premiere of Ngozi Anyanwu's Leroy and Lucy, a bluesy and seductive play with music, directed by Awoye Timpo. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 49th season with the world premiere of Ngozi Anyanwu's Leroy and Lucy, a bluesy and seductive play with music, directed by Awoye Timpo. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
ComEd and League of Chicago Theatres Award More Than $200,000 to 18 Local Arts Organizations
by Joshua Wright - September 26, 2024
In a continued effort to broaden access to arts and culture across northern Illinois, ComEd and the League of Chicago Theatres today announced the distribution of more than $200,000 in grants to 18 local arts organizations.
by Joshua Wright - September 26, 2024
In a continued effort to broaden access to arts and culture across northern Illinois, ComEd and the League of Chicago Theatres today announced the distribution of more than $200,000 in grants to 18 local arts organizations.
CIRCA Pintig to Celebrate 33 Years Of Filipino American Theatre With Festival Of Plays
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
CIRCA Pintig will present a three-weekend festival of plays from October 11 to 26, 2024, celebrating Filipino American History Month with themes of identity, heritage, and social justice in Chicago. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
CIRCA Pintig will present a three-weekend festival of plays from October 11 to 26, 2024, celebrating Filipino American History Month with themes of identity, heritage, and social justice in Chicago. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Claybourne Elder to Perform at The Big Gay Cabaret Series in October
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
Claybourne Elder, star of COMPANY and HBO's THE GILDED AGE, will present 'I Wanna Be Bad,' a cabaret and stand-up show exploring sex, fatherhood, and more with music from Sondheim, the Great American Songbook, and Whitney Houston at The Big Gay Cabaret Series at The Mercury Theater's Venus Cabaret. Purchase tickets now!
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
Claybourne Elder, star of COMPANY and HBO's THE GILDED AGE, will present 'I Wanna Be Bad,' a cabaret and stand-up show exploring sex, fatherhood, and more with music from Sondheim, the Great American Songbook, and Whitney Houston at The Big Gay Cabaret Series at The Mercury Theater's Venus Cabaret. Purchase tickets now!
Video: Beethoven's FIDELIO at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
Ludwig van Beethoven's Fidelio will return to the Lyric stage for the first time in 20 years, running September 26 to October 10. Check out a first look in the video here!
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
Ludwig van Beethoven's Fidelio will return to the Lyric stage for the first time in 20 years, running September 26 to October 10. Check out a first look in the video here!
Oil Lamp Theatre Extends FIRST DATE
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
Oil Lamp Theater’s production of the musical comedy First Date, with a book by Austin Winsberg and music and lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner, is now extended through October 27.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
Oil Lamp Theater’s production of the musical comedy First Date, with a book by Austin Winsberg and music and lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner, is now extended through October 27.
The Andersonville Chamber Of Commerce Presents ANDERSONVILLE ARTS WEEKEND
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce has announced the dates for ANDERSONVILLE ARTS WEEKEND, taking place from October 4 to 6, 2024, featuring local artists, performances, and community events.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce has announced the dates for ANDERSONVILLE ARTS WEEKEND, taking place from October 4 to 6, 2024, featuring local artists, performances, and community events.
Unexpected Theatre Company's 7 MINUTES TO LIVE Extended At Chicago Dramatists
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
UNEXPECTED THEATRE COMPANY has announced the extension of 7 MINUTES TO LIVE.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
UNEXPECTED THEATRE COMPANY has announced the extension of 7 MINUTES TO LIVE.
The Den Theatre Announces December Comedy Shows
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
The Den Theatre has announced its lineup of December comedy shows, featuring performances by Anna Przy and more.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
The Den Theatre has announced its lineup of December comedy shows, featuring performances by Anna Przy and more.
Illinois Arts Council Announces Fiscal Year 2025 Creative Accelerator Fund Guidelines And Application
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
The Illinois Arts Council has announced the release of the Creative Accelerator Fund (CAF). As part of IAC's Bold New Changes, the Creative Accelerator Fund provides crucial support to artists with a goal of strengthening the creative workforce that composes a significant portion of Illinois' economic activity.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
The Illinois Arts Council has announced the release of the Creative Accelerator Fund (CAF). As part of IAC's Bold New Changes, the Creative Accelerator Fund provides crucial support to artists with a goal of strengthening the creative workforce that composes a significant portion of Illinois' economic activity.
Chicago Premiere of SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN to be Presented at A Red Orchid Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
A Red Orchid Theatre will present SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN, directed by Ensemble Member dado. The play follows Soso, left for dead on the Eastern Front. He’s taken in by the Kremlin due to his shocking resemblance to a certain someone. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
A Red Orchid Theatre will present SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN, directed by Ensemble Member dado. The play follows Soso, left for dead on the Eastern Front. He’s taken in by the Kremlin due to his shocking resemblance to a certain someone. Learn more!
MEDEA MATERIAL Returns to Trap Door Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
Trap Door Theatre will continue its 31st season of repertory and mainstage combined work with a remount of the Trap Door favorite of Medea Material featuring a new cast of stellar Trap Door ensemble members.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
Trap Door Theatre will continue its 31st season of repertory and mainstage combined work with a remount of the Trap Door favorite of Medea Material featuring a new cast of stellar Trap Door ensemble members.
Review: THE OUTSIDERS at The Home Creative Co.
by Zac Thriffiley - September 25, 2024
Despite some moving performances from the supporting cast, seasoned fans of and newcomers to THE OUTSIDERS may be underwhelmed by a production whose various elements leave it struggling to “stay golden.”
by Zac Thriffiley - September 25, 2024
Despite some moving performances from the supporting cast, seasoned fans of and newcomers to THE OUTSIDERS may be underwhelmed by a production whose various elements leave it struggling to “stay golden.”
Phil Vassar Returns To Raue Center In November
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2024
Country music star Phil Vassar has announced his return to Raue Center for a live performance.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2024
Country music star Phil Vassar has announced his return to Raue Center for a live performance.
Charlie Berens Is Coming To The UIS Performing Arts Center In February
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2024
Charlie Berens has announced a performance at the UIS Performing Arts Center on February 2nd.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2024
Charlie Berens has announced a performance at the UIS Performing Arts Center on February 2nd.
AIN'T TOO PROUD is Now Playing at the CIBC Theatre in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2024
Broadway In Chicago is presenting the return of the Broadway smash hit musical AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, currently playing a one week engagement. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2024
Broadway In Chicago is presenting the return of the Broadway smash hit musical AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, currently playing a one week engagement. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
BWW Q&A: Devon Hayakawa on MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Stolp Island Theatre
by Joshua Wright - September 24, 2024
On December 4, 1956, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins had a musical encounter at Sun Studio in Memphis. What transpired was one of the greatest impromptu jam sessions in music history.
by Joshua Wright - September 24, 2024
On December 4, 1956, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins had a musical encounter at Sun Studio in Memphis. What transpired was one of the greatest impromptu jam sessions in music history.
Review: INHERIT THE WIND at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - September 24, 2024
Goodman Theatre’s season-opening production of INHERIT THE WIND centers on a fictionalized version of the 1925 “Scopes Monkey” trial — at its heart, a debate on creationism vs. evolutionism. Though playwrights Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee make it clear they’re on the side of evolution, it’s still a treat to watch this production’s Matthew Harrison Brady (Alexander Gemignani) and Henry Drummond (Harry Lennix) go head-to-head in a verbal spar.
by Rachel Weinberg - September 24, 2024
Goodman Theatre’s season-opening production of INHERIT THE WIND centers on a fictionalized version of the 1925 “Scopes Monkey” trial — at its heart, a debate on creationism vs. evolutionism. Though playwrights Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee make it clear they’re on the side of evolution, it’s still a treat to watch this production’s Matthew Harrison Brady (Alexander Gemignani) and Henry Drummond (Harry Lennix) go head-to-head in a verbal spar.
CLUED IN: AN INVITATION TO DIE FOR to be Presented at UP! Comedy Club
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2024
The Second City and High Stakes Productions will present an improvised 90-minute murder mystery, Clued In: An Invitation to Die For, at UP! Comedy Club in Chicago, running Thursdays and Sundays in October. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2024
The Second City and High Stakes Productions will present an improvised 90-minute murder mystery, Clued In: An Invitation to Die For, at UP! Comedy Club in Chicago, running Thursdays and Sundays in October. Learn how to purchase tickets!
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
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American English
Raue Center For The Arts (12/31 - 12/31) | |
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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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Comedy Dance Chicago
The Hemmens Cultural Center (1/24 - 1/24) | |
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Hamilton
CIBC Theatre (3/4 - 4/26) | |
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The Three Little Pigs at Stahl Family Theatre
Chicago Kids Company (5/6 - 7/31) | |
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The Outsiders
Cadillac Palace Theater (2/10 - 2/22) | |
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Mrs. Claus! A Holiday Musical at the Beverly Arts Center
Chicago Kids Company (12/3 - 12/23) | |
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