Photos: PRIMARY TRUST Begins Rehearsals at the Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2024
Goodman Theatre will launch the 2024/2025 Season in its 350-seat flexible Owen Theatre with a newly minted Pulitzer Prize-winning play. The Chicago-premiere production of Primary Trust by Eboni Booth——helmed by BOLD Artistic Producer Malkia Stampley, in her Goodman directing debut—is now in rehearsal toward an October opening. Check out photos here!
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2024
Goodman Theatre will launch the 2024/2025 Season in its 350-seat flexible Owen Theatre with a newly minted Pulitzer Prize-winning play. The Chicago-premiere production of Primary Trust by Eboni Booth——helmed by BOLD Artistic Producer Malkia Stampley, in her Goodman directing debut—is now in rehearsal toward an October opening. Check out photos here!
Cast Set For FROZEN at the Paramount Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2024
The first locally staged production of Disney’s Frozen the Broadway Musical is receiving its Midwest Regional Premiere at the historic Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora. Learn more about the cast here.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2024
The first locally staged production of Disney’s Frozen the Broadway Musical is receiving its Midwest Regional Premiere at the historic Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora. Learn more about the cast here.
Paul Chowdhry Comes To The Den Theatre In November
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Comedian Paul Chowdhry will perform at The Den Theatre in November 2024.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Comedian Paul Chowdhry will perform at The Den Theatre in November 2024.
A NIGHT AT CLUB DELISA Revives The Golden Age Of Bronzeville's Club Scene
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
'A Night at Club Delisa' in Chicago on September 28-29, 2024, will revive the 1950s Bronzeville club scene, featuring works by Black choreographers Sammy Dyer and Shirley Hall Bass, produced by The Sammy Dyer School of Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
'A Night at Club Delisa' in Chicago on September 28-29, 2024, will revive the 1950s Bronzeville club scene, featuring works by Black choreographers Sammy Dyer and Shirley Hall Bass, produced by The Sammy Dyer School of Theatre.
Paramount Theatre Reveals Cast For Midwest Premiere Of Disney's FROZEN
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Paramount Theatre announced the cast for the regional premiere of Disney's FROZEN, featuring a lineup of seasoned performers. The production is set to bring the beloved story to life on stage in its midwest premiere.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Paramount Theatre announced the cast for the regional premiere of Disney's FROZEN, featuring a lineup of seasoned performers. The production is set to bring the beloved story to life on stage in its midwest premiere.
Music Theater Works Announces Cast And Creative Team For LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Music Theater Works announced the cast and creative team for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running from October 24 to November 17. The production will feature direction by Rudy Hogenmiller and choreography by Clayton Cross.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Music Theater Works announced the cast and creative team for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running from October 24 to November 17. The production will feature direction by Rudy Hogenmiller and choreography by Clayton Cross.
Video: Cast & Creative Team Talk INHERIT THE WIND at Goodman Theatre
by Joshua Wright - September 18, 2024
Watch as the cast and creative team of INHERIT THE WIND go under oath to explore the truth about this play's impact on artists and audiences alike. Check out the video!
by Joshua Wright - September 18, 2024
Watch as the cast and creative team of INHERIT THE WIND go under oath to explore the truth about this play's impact on artists and audiences alike. Check out the video!
Lisa Dawn Miller to Present FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE – The Songs of Ron Miller at Club Arcada
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Lisa Dawn Miller will present her new show 'For Once in My Life – The Songs of Ron Miller' at Club Arcada in St. Charles, Illinois, celebrating her father, Motown hitmaker Ron Miller. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2024
Lisa Dawn Miller will present her new show 'For Once in My Life – The Songs of Ron Miller' at Club Arcada in St. Charles, Illinois, celebrating her father, Motown hitmaker Ron Miller. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: LIGHT SWITCH at Open Space Arts
by Zac Thriffiley - September 18, 2024
Open Space Arts's production of LIGHT SWITCH shines a much-needed spotlight (no pun intended) on the struggles of neurodiverse members of queer communities, thanks in large part to its captivating leading man.
by Zac Thriffiley - September 18, 2024
Open Space Arts's production of LIGHT SWITCH shines a much-needed spotlight (no pun intended) on the struggles of neurodiverse members of queer communities, thanks in large part to its captivating leading man.
Tennessee Playwrights Studio Presents THAT WOMAN - THE MONOLOGUE SHOW At The Elgin Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
Tennessee Playwrights Studio announced THAT WOMAN - THE MONOLOGUE SHOW at the Elgin Fringe Festival as part of their 2024 tour. Performances will be held at Light Lounge at Vern's from September 26-29.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
Tennessee Playwrights Studio announced THAT WOMAN - THE MONOLOGUE SHOW at the Elgin Fringe Festival as part of their 2024 tour. Performances will be held at Light Lounge at Vern's from September 26-29.
Kaitlyn Davis, Star Of Marriott Theatre's BEAUTIFUL, Returns In November Concerts
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
Kaitlyn Davis, star of Marriott Theatre's BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, will perform concerts on November 18 and 19, featuring songs by Carole King, Sara Bareilles, Ingrid Michaelson, and Jason Robert Brown.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
Kaitlyn Davis, star of Marriott Theatre's BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, will perform concerts on November 18 and 19, featuring songs by Carole King, Sara Bareilles, Ingrid Michaelson, and Jason Robert Brown.
ROTARY ROCKS THE RAUE Returns With FLEETWOOD MAX
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
ROTARY ROCKS THE RAUE has announced a performance by FLEETWOOD MAX, a tribute band, at the Raue Center for the Arts.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
ROTARY ROCKS THE RAUE has announced a performance by FLEETWOOD MAX, a tribute band, at the Raue Center for the Arts.
Steppenwolf Theatre to Launch Steppenwolf IMPACT: Corporate & Professional Development Training
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will launch Steppenwolf IMPACT, a corporate and professional development training program. The IMPACT program offers a variety of unique options. Learn more and see how to apply.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will launch Steppenwolf IMPACT, a corporate and professional development training program. The IMPACT program offers a variety of unique options. Learn more and see how to apply.
Timely Show About Censorship In The Deep South Premiers During Banned Books Week
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
Ghostlight Ensemble will premiere Alabama Story by Kenneth Jones - a drama about censorship, book banning and Civil Rights - during Banned Books Week in September.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
Ghostlight Ensemble will premiere Alabama Story by Kenneth Jones - a drama about censorship, book banning and Civil Rights - during Banned Books Week in September.
Aurora Unveils New Downtown Light Experience
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
The City of Aurora has announced a new, downtown light experience designed to captivate visitors with mesmerizing light-and-sound-based installations, interactive street art, dazzling live entertainment, futuristic projection mapping, a variety of food and beverage options, and more.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
The City of Aurora has announced a new, downtown light experience designed to captivate visitors with mesmerizing light-and-sound-based installations, interactive street art, dazzling live entertainment, futuristic projection mapping, a variety of food and beverage options, and more.
PILOT ISLAND & HER KEEPERS Comes to The Impostors Theatre Company in November
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
After their critically acclaimed fifth season, The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) returns with the highly anticipated world premiere of Pilot Island & Her Keepers, a haunting new play by ITC ensemble member Kayla Belec, directed by ITC Artistic Director Stefan Roseen.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
After their critically acclaimed fifth season, The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) returns with the highly anticipated world premiere of Pilot Island & Her Keepers, a haunting new play by ITC ensemble member Kayla Belec, directed by ITC Artistic Director Stefan Roseen.
Performances Added to ROYKO: THE TOUGHEST MAN IN CHICAGO
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
Additional dates have been added for the world premiere of Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago at Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2024
Additional dates have been added for the world premiere of Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago at Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago.
Review: HENRY V at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Zac Thriffiley - September 17, 2024
Featuring a strikingly charismatic yet grounded performance from its leading actor, HENRY V presents a compelling study of the excitement and danger inherent in even the best-intended feelings of nationalism.
by Zac Thriffiley - September 17, 2024
Featuring a strikingly charismatic yet grounded performance from its leading actor, HENRY V presents a compelling study of the excitement and danger inherent in even the best-intended feelings of nationalism.
Review: THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK at Northlight Theatre
by Zac Thriffiley - September 15, 2024
Now receiving its Chicagoland premiere, Northlight Theatre’s THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK features brilliant performances and moments of exquisite stagecraft, though the play’s lean script occasionally saps the production of necessary tension and greater thematic depth.
by Zac Thriffiley - September 15, 2024
Now receiving its Chicagoland premiere, Northlight Theatre’s THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK features brilliant performances and moments of exquisite stagecraft, though the play’s lean script occasionally saps the production of necessary tension and greater thematic depth.
Video: Verdi's RIGOLETTO at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Blair Ingenthron - September 15, 2024
Opening Chicago’s cultural season with a vengeance, Verdi’s psychological thriller Rigoletto returns to Lyric Opera of Chicago through October 6, 2024. Check out video footage from the production here!
by Blair Ingenthron - September 15, 2024
Opening Chicago’s cultural season with a vengeance, Verdi’s psychological thriller Rigoletto returns to Lyric Opera of Chicago through October 6, 2024. Check out video footage from the production here!
Sandy Rustin's ALWAYS SOMETHING THERE Will Premiere at Marriott Theatre in 2025
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2024
Marriott Theatre, Chicagoland’s longest running musical theatre, has revealed its 50th anniversary season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2024
Marriott Theatre, Chicagoland’s longest running musical theatre, has revealed its 50th anniversary season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
BEETLEJUICE to Return to Chicago for a Third Time in March 2025
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2024
BEETLEJUICE is coming to Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre for a strictly limited engagement in March 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2024
BEETLEJUICE is coming to Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre for a strictly limited engagement in March 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.
INHERIT THE WIND Begins Performances at the Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2024
Previews begin this weekend for Goodman Theatre’s 99th season’s opening production—a major revival of Inherit the Wind,directed by Henry Godinez.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2024
Previews begin this weekend for Goodman Theatre’s 99th season’s opening production—a major revival of Inherit the Wind,directed by Henry Godinez.
Edge Of The Wood Theatre Sets Cast And Crew For THE LANGUAGE ARCHIVE
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2024
Edge of the Wood Theatre has announced the cast and crew for THE LANGUAGE ARCHIVE by Julia Cho, running November 8-23.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2024
Edge of the Wood Theatre has announced the cast and crew for THE LANGUAGE ARCHIVE by Julia Cho, running November 8-23.
Tickets On Sale For Babes With Blades' A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2024
Babes With Blades announced tickets for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, running from October 16 to November 23.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2024
Babes With Blades announced tickets for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, running from October 16 to November 23.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
Paramount Theatre (11/12 - 1/11) | |
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American English
Raue Center For The Arts (12/31 - 12/31) | |
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Amadeus
Steppenwolf Theatre Company (11/6 - 1/4) | |
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Elton Rohn
Raue Center For The Arts (12/27 - 12/27) | |
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Kinky Boots
James M. Nederlander Theatre (6/9 - 6/21) | |
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Lionel Bart's Oliver!
Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center (5/9 - 5/24) | |
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A Christmas Carol
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre (11/25 - 12/24) | |
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Northlight Theatre Presents: Gaslight
North Theatre at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts (12/18 - 1/2) | |
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Luca Stricagnoli with Special Guest Meg Pfeiffer
ECC Arts Center (4/10 - 4/10) | |
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