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Photos: THE IRISH … AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY At Porchlight Music Theater

Photos: THE IRISH … AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY At Porchlight Music Theater

by BWW News Desk — February 6, 2026
Check out photos of Porchlight Music Theatre’s production of The Irish … and How They Got That Way, by Frank McCourt, now playing through March 15 at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N.
Video: Nicholas Brownlee (Jochanaan) Sings 'Geh, such ihn!' From SALOME

Video: Nicholas Brownlee (Jochanaan) Sings 'Geh, such ihn!' From SALOME

by BWW News Desk — February 6, 2026
In their first meeting, Jochanaan (bass-baritone Nicholas Brownlee in his Lyric debut) tells Salome that there is only one person who can save her and that she must seek Him and ask forgiveness for her sins.
Video: Watch a Preview of THE DANCE OF DEATH at Steppenwolf

Video: Watch a Preview of THE DANCE OF DEATH at Steppenwolf

by BWW News Desk — February 6, 2026
Love is a battlefield.
Parker Players Theater Company to Present THE LION IN WINTER

Parker Players Theater Company to Present THE LION IN WINTER

by BWW News Desk — February 5, 2026
Parker Players Theater Company will present THE LION IN WINTER by James Goldman, directed by Jocelyn Adamski.
American Music Institute to Offer Valentine's Day Music Lesson Gift Packages

American Music Institute to Offer Valentine's Day Music Lesson Gift Packages

by BWW News Desk — February 5, 2026
This Valentine's Day, the American Music Institute is offering music lesson gift packages, a memorable gift that provides lifelong skills and joy.
Ghostlight Ensemble to Present THE 8TH DWARF by Olivia Sieck

Ghostlight Ensemble to Present THE 8TH DWARF by Olivia Sieck

by BWW News Desk — February 5, 2026
Ghostlight Ensemble will bring a new twist to a classic fairy tale with its newest young audiences production opening this weekend, The 8th Dwarf, written by Chicago theatre artist Olivia Sieck.
What to Know About Lyric's Spanish-Language Opera EL ULTIMO SUENO DE FRIDAY Y DIEGO

What to Know About Lyric's Spanish-Language Opera EL ULTIMO SUENO DE FRIDAY Y DIEGO

by BWW News Desk — February 5, 2026
 Lyric Opera of Chicago will Gabriela Lena Frank and Nilo Cruz’s El último sueño de Frida y Diego.
Video: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at the Marriott Theatre

Video: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at the Marriott Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 5, 2026
Watch songs from the Marriott Theatre's production of Little Shop of Horrors! The videos feature Jackson Evans as Seymour, Maya Rowe as Audrey, Andrew Mueller as Orin, and more.
Photos: First Look at Steppenwolf Theatre's THE DANCE OF DEATH

Photos: First Look at Steppenwolf Theatre's THE DANCE OF DEATH

by BWW News Desk — February 5, 2026
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is continuing its 50th Anniversary Season with August Strindberg’s The Dance of Death, adapted by Conor McPherson.
The Jeff Awards Reveals Nominations for 52nd Non-Equity Theater Awards

The Jeff Awards Reveals Nominations for 52nd Non-Equity Theater Awards

by BWW News Desk — February 5, 2026
The 57th Jeff Awards ceremony will recognize outstanding achievements in Chicago's Equity theater scene, celebrating over 40 artists from the 2024-25 season.
Asian American Arts Chicago Unveils EVOLUTION: ASIAN AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL And Leade

Asian American Arts Chicago Unveils EVOLUTION: ASIAN AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL And Leadership Team

by BWW News Desk — February 4, 2026
Asian American Arts Chicago will present EVOLUTION: ASIAN AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL on May 2 and 3, 2026, at Lookingglass Theatre.
Video: Watch the Trailer For SHORT SHAKESPEARE! HAMLET

Video: Watch the Trailer For SHORT SHAKESPEARE! HAMLET

by BWW News Desk — February 4, 2026
All of the betrayal, passion, and poetry of Shakespeare’s most famous play—distilled into just 75 minutes.
Photos: Wesley Taylor, Molly Griggs and More in HOLIDAY at Goodman Theatre

Photos: Wesley Taylor, Molly Griggs and More in HOLIDAY at Goodman Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 4, 2026
You can now get a first look at photos of Robert Falls’ production of Holiday at Goodman Theatre, starring Wesley Taylor, Molly Griggs and more.
Trap Door Theatre to Present THE CUTTLEFISH in Chicago This March

Trap Door Theatre to Present THE CUTTLEFISH in Chicago This March

by BWW News Desk — February 4, 2026
Trap Door Theatre is thrilled to continue its mainstage work of their 32nd season with a production of Trap Door's favoritePlaywright Stanislaw Witkiewicz's The Cuttlefish, or the Hyrcanian Worldview.
The Second City Unveils Cast And Creative Team For 114th Mainstage Revue

The Second City Unveils Cast And Creative Team For 114th Mainstage Revue

by BWW News Desk — February 3, 2026
The world’s most influential name in live comedy, The Second City, has announced the cast and creative team for its 114th Mainstage revue.
SOUNDS LIKE A PLAN! Returns To Chicago At The Newport Theater

SOUNDS LIKE A PLAN! Returns To Chicago At The Newport Theater

by BWW News Desk — February 3, 2026
Sounds Like a Plan! will return to Chicago on March 6 with a live music-trivia game show at the Newport Theater.
Teatro Vista to Launch Multi-Year Residency at Steppenwolf with BOTH

Teatro Vista to Launch Multi-Year Residency at Steppenwolf with BOTH

by BWW News Desk — February 3, 2026
Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Teatro Vista Productions will present the world premiere production of TVP Artistic Collective member Paloma Nozicka’s* BOTH, as a part of a new, multi-year partnership between the two Chicago institutions.
Cast and Design Team Revealed for DELTA: THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL at Collaboraction

Cast and Design Team Revealed for DELTA: THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL at Collaboraction

by BWW News Desk — February 3, 2026
Collaboraction Theatre Company has revealed the cast and design team for Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till, the inaugural production at Chicago’s newest live theater space, Collaboraction’s new House of Belonging in Humboldt Park.
Open Space Arts To Extend Run Of MY LIFE AS A COWBOY By Three Weeks

Open Space Arts To Extend Run Of MY LIFE AS A COWBOY By Three Weeks

by BWW News Desk — February 3, 2026
Open Space Arts has extended the popular queer comedy My Life As a Cowboy for an additional three weeks, now closing in March.
Paramount Theatre Launches Copley Comedy Series At Aurora Stage

Paramount Theatre Launches Copley Comedy Series At Aurora Stage

by BWW News Desk — February 2, 2026
Paramount Theatre will kick off its new Copley Comedy Series on February 28, featuring Chicago comedian Tim Walkoe.
THE BURNS PROJECT Embarks on U.S. Tour This March

THE BURNS PROJECT Embarks on U.S. Tour This March

by BWW News Desk — February 2, 2026
The Burns Project, a verbatim theatre work by James Clements, will tour historic venues in Washington, D.
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre And Metropolis Ballroom To Host FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD!

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre And Metropolis Ballroom To Host FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD! Dinner Event

by BWW News Desk — February 2, 2026
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre and Metropolis Ballroom will present Food Glorious Food!, a Dickensian-themed dinner inspired by Oliver!.
What to Know About MADAMA BUTTERFLY at Lyric Opera of Chicago

What to Know About MADAMA BUTTERFLY at Lyric Opera of Chicago

by BWW News Desk — February 2, 2026
Lyric Opera of Chicago will present Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, on stage in a production that dares to ask: what if everything we think we know about this classic opera is only half the story?
Chicago Theatre Week 2026 Launches This Week With Productions From Citadel, A Red Orc

Chicago Theatre Week 2026 Launches This Week With Productions From Citadel, A Red Orchid, and More

by BWW News Desk — February 2, 2026
Tickets are on sale for Chicago Theatre Week, an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets.
Photos: Redtwist Theatre's CONFEDERATES

Photos: Redtwist Theatre's CONFEDERATES

by BWW News Desk — February 1, 2026
Award-winning Redtwist Theatre’s Confederates is now playing through March 8, written by Dominique Morisseau and directed by Aaron Reese Boseman, at Redtwist Theatre, 1044 W.

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