World Premiere of THE LAST WIDE OPEN Returns to Chicago in October
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2024
American Blues Theater has announced a limited return engagement of the critically acclaimed, World Premiere Polish version of The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly (book & lyrics), Matthew M. Nielson (music), and Katarzyna Müller (Polish adaptation and consultant).
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2024
American Blues Theater has announced a limited return engagement of the critically acclaimed, World Premiere Polish version of The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly (book & lyrics), Matthew M. Nielson (music), and Katarzyna Müller (Polish adaptation and consultant).
Young People's Theatre Of Chicago Announces 2024-25 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2024
Young People's Theatre of Chicago has announced its '24-'25 season, featuring Mo Willems' Pigeon, a Bob Marley musical for Chicago Theatre Week, and a cherished children's classic.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2024
Young People's Theatre of Chicago has announced its '24-'25 season, featuring Mo Willems' Pigeon, a Bob Marley musical for Chicago Theatre Week, and a cherished children's classic.
35MM: A MUSICAL EXHIBITION to be Presented at Three Brothers Theatre This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2024
Three Brothers Theatre in Waukegan, IL has revealed upcoming production of 35MM: A MUSICAL EXHIBITION, featuring music and lyrics by Ryan Scott Oliver and based on photographs by Matthew Murphy. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2024
Three Brothers Theatre in Waukegan, IL has revealed upcoming production of 35MM: A MUSICAL EXHIBITION, featuring music and lyrics by Ryan Scott Oliver and based on photographs by Matthew Murphy. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set for UNTIL THE FLOOD at Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2024
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre revealed the cast for UNTIL THE FLOOD this fall. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2024
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre revealed the cast for UNTIL THE FLOOD this fall. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Overshadowed Showcases Jukebox Favorite FOREVER PLAID
by Blair Ingenthron - September 08, 2024
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions opens FOREVER PLAID this week on Friday, September 13th at 7:30pm in Medinah, Illinois. The opening performance will also feature a Q&A session with the cast immediately following.
by Blair Ingenthron - September 08, 2024
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions opens FOREVER PLAID this week on Friday, September 13th at 7:30pm in Medinah, Illinois. The opening performance will also feature a Q&A session with the cast immediately following.
19TH ANNUAL LAKEVIEW EAST FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS to Be Held Next Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - September 07, 2024
The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce will host and produce the 19th Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts. The official hours for the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts are Saturday, Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. with additional hours for live music, food and drink tents until 10 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 15 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
by Blair Ingenthron - September 07, 2024
The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce will host and produce the 19th Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts. The official hours for the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts are Saturday, Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. with additional hours for live music, food and drink tents until 10 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 15 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Black Voices In Cabaret to Present REIMAGINING CABARET: JOURNEY THROUGH THE GENRES This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - September 07, 2024
Reimagining Cabaret: Journey Through the Genres will be held September 18, 2024, 7:00 pm, at Logan Center for the Arts, Performance Hall.
by Blair Ingenthron - September 07, 2024
Reimagining Cabaret: Journey Through the Genres will be held September 18, 2024, 7:00 pm, at Logan Center for the Arts, Performance Hall.
Step Afrika! to Present Chicago Premiere of THE MIGRATION Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - September 07, 2024
Step Afrika! announced the Chicago premiere of their work 'Migration' for a one-night-only performance on October 19. The event will take place at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance.
by Blair Ingenthron - September 07, 2024
Step Afrika! announced the Chicago premiere of their work 'Migration' for a one-night-only performance on October 19. The event will take place at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance.
Chicago's WGN Radio To Premiere Recording Artist Dave Gallagher's First Album In Ten Years
by Blair Ingenthron - September 07, 2024
WGN Radio in Chicago will premiere Dave Gallagher's first album in a decade on Sunday, September 15th at 5pm. Host Rick Kogan will feature tracks from 'Love Songs...The Best of Me' and discuss Gallagher's career and upcoming concert.
by Blair Ingenthron - September 07, 2024
WGN Radio in Chicago will premiere Dave Gallagher's first album in a decade on Sunday, September 15th at 5pm. Host Rick Kogan will feature tracks from 'Love Songs...The Best of Me' and discuss Gallagher's career and upcoming concert.
Music Institute Announces 2024–25 Nichols Concert Hall Concerts And More
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2024
Nichols Concert Hall has announced its 2024-25 season featuring new resident ensembles and a diverse lineup of performances. Highlights include classical concerts, jazz nights, and special guest appearances.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2024
Nichols Concert Hall has announced its 2024-25 season featuring new resident ensembles and a diverse lineup of performances. Highlights include classical concerts, jazz nights, and special guest appearances.
Drury Lane Theatre Announces SISTER ACT, ON YOUR FEET! And More for 2025-2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2024
Drury Lane Theatre invites audiences to escape the ordinary with an enticing lineup of productions in its 2025/2026 season, including a gripping Chicago premiere, a tale of envy and murder, and a trio of beloved female-driven musicals.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2024
Drury Lane Theatre invites audiences to escape the ordinary with an enticing lineup of productions in its 2025/2026 season, including a gripping Chicago premiere, a tale of envy and murder, and a trio of beloved female-driven musicals.
Photos: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse Presents THE ADDAMS FAMILY
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2024
With the stage hit praised by BroadwayWorld as 'entirely entertaining and enjoyable,' a spooky, kooky, musical comedy makes its debut at Rock Island's Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse in the Tony Award-nominated THE ADDAMS FAMILY. See photos from the production.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2024
With the stage hit praised by BroadwayWorld as 'entirely entertaining and enjoyable,' a spooky, kooky, musical comedy makes its debut at Rock Island's Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse in the Tony Award-nominated THE ADDAMS FAMILY. See photos from the production.
Spotlight: NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Writers Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - September 06, 2024
Natasha, Pierre is now playing!
by BWW Special Offer - September 06, 2024
Natasha, Pierre is now playing!
Spotlight: MATTHEW MORRISON at Paramount Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - September 06, 2024
Encore for the Arts! An Evening with Matthew Morrison at Aurora's Paramount Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - September 06, 2024
Encore for the Arts! An Evening with Matthew Morrison at Aurora's Paramount Theatre
Spotlight: THE FULL MONTY at Paramount Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - September 06, 2024
The Full Monty: A working-class musical that works for tips!
by BWW Special Offer - September 06, 2024
The Full Monty: A working-class musical that works for tips!
SEVEN GUITARS Comes to City Lit Theater Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2024
City Lit Theater will follow its critical and popular hit THE HOUSE OF IDEAS with August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS, directed by veteran Chicago director and actor Manny Buckley.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2024
City Lit Theater will follow its critical and popular hit THE HOUSE OF IDEAS with August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS, directed by veteran Chicago director and actor Manny Buckley.
Photos: FIRST DATE At Oil Lamp Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
Oil Lamp Theater’s First Date, with a book by Austin Winsberg and music and lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner, is now playing through October 20, at Oil Lamp Theater. See photos from the show!
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
Oil Lamp Theater’s First Date, with a book by Austin Winsberg and music and lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner, is now playing through October 20, at Oil Lamp Theater. See photos from the show!
Photos: Curious Theatre Branch's 36th Season Begins With THE SHIP AND THE SEA
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
Curious Theatre Branch will present the world premiere of The Ship and The Sea, written and directed by Chris Bower, now playing through September 29, at Facility Theatre. See photos from the production.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
Curious Theatre Branch will present the world premiere of The Ship and The Sea, written and directed by Chris Bower, now playing through September 29, at Facility Theatre. See photos from the production.
Joffrey Ballet Opens 2024-25 Season With US Premiere Of Cathy Marston's ATONEMENT
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
Joffrey Ballet has announced its 2024-25 season, featuring the US premiere of Cathy Marston's ATONEMENT.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
Joffrey Ballet has announced its 2024-25 season, featuring the US premiere of Cathy Marston's ATONEMENT.
HORRORWOOD Podcast Brings True Crime To The Stage In Chicago
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
HORRORWOOD Podcast announced a live stage adaptation in Chicago, blending true crime storytelling with theatrical performance. The show will feature real-life crime stories, engaging audiences in a new format.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
HORRORWOOD Podcast announced a live stage adaptation in Chicago, blending true crime storytelling with theatrical performance. The show will feature real-life crime stories, engaging audiences in a new format.
BrightSide Theatre Announces Casting For DRACULA
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
BrightSide Theatre announced the cast for DRACULA, running from October 18 to November 3. The company will also co-sponsor a blood drive on Saturday, October 5.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
BrightSide Theatre announced the cast for DRACULA, running from October 18 to November 3. The company will also co-sponsor a blood drive on Saturday, October 5.
Redtwist Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team For BOTTLE FLY World Premiere
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
Redtwist Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of Jacqueline Goldfinger's BOTTLE FLY, running from Oct 17 to Nov 24.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
Redtwist Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of Jacqueline Goldfinger's BOTTLE FLY, running from Oct 17 to Nov 24.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD in Chicago to Launch Golden Snitch Lottery
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
Broadway In Chicago will launch the Golden Snitch Digital Lottery for the upcoming engagement of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
Broadway In Chicago will launch the Golden Snitch Digital Lottery for the upcoming engagement of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set for THAT'S WHAT SHE SANG All-Femme Cabaret at The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
The Beautiful City Project revealed the cast for THAT'S WHAT SHE SANG, an all-femme cabaret at The Den Theatre. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
The Beautiful City Project revealed the cast for THAT'S WHAT SHE SANG, an all-femme cabaret at The Den Theatre. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
Tony-Winner Kelli O'Hara To Receive 2024 Sarah Siddons Society Award
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2024
Kelli O'Hara will be honored with the 2024 Sarah Siddons Society Award on November 6, 2024. The award recognizes her contributions to Broadway and the performing arts.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2024
Kelli O'Hara will be honored with the 2024 Sarah Siddons Society Award on November 6, 2024. The award recognizes her contributions to Broadway and the performing arts.
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