Ana Belaval To Headline JINGLE BELLES COMEDY At Raue Center
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2025
Raue Center for the Arts will kick off the holiday season with laughter at JINGLE BELLES COMEDY, a one-night-only event featuring Ana Belaval, Andrea Darlas, and Joanna Clark on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2025
Raue Center for the Arts will kick off the holiday season with laughter at JINGLE BELLES COMEDY, a one-night-only event featuring Ana Belaval, Andrea Darlas, and Joanna Clark on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 8 p.m.
REVOLUTION(S) Extends at The Goodman Through Mid November
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2025
The all-new punk/metal/hip-hop musical Revolution(s)—created by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Tom Morello and Chicago’s Zayd Ayers Dohrn —opens to a full house tonight in the 350-seat flexible Owen Theatre and has added eight performances. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2025
The all-new punk/metal/hip-hop musical Revolution(s)—created by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Tom Morello and Chicago’s Zayd Ayers Dohrn —opens to a full house tonight in the 350-seat flexible Owen Theatre and has added eight performances. Learn more!
Aville Grows to Host ROOTED IN SONG Cabaret Fundraiser October 20
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2025
Aville Grows will host Rooted in Song, a cabaret fundraiser for Andersonville’s new community garden, on October 20 at Bramble Arts Loft. Directed by Broadway’s David Rossetti and featuring top Chicago performers.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2025
Aville Grows will host Rooted in Song, a cabaret fundraiser for Andersonville’s new community garden, on October 20 at Bramble Arts Loft. Directed by Broadway’s David Rossetti and featuring top Chicago performers.
Photos: Jackie Burns and More in REVOLUTION(S) at Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2025
Get a first look at production photos of Revolution(s), the all-new punk/metal/hip-hop musical by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Tom Morello and Chicago’s Zayd Ayers Dohrn.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2025
Get a first look at production photos of Revolution(s), the all-new punk/metal/hip-hop musical by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Tom Morello and Chicago’s Zayd Ayers Dohrn.
Photos: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at Goodman Theatre First Look
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater is presenting Paranormal Activity, an original story based on Paramount Pictures’ terrifying film franchise—now live on stage. Get a first look at photos here!
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater is presenting Paranormal Activity, an original story based on Paramount Pictures’ terrifying film franchise—now live on stage. Get a first look at photos here!
Cast and Creative Team Set for RAPORNZEL at PrideArts
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2025
The bawdy, silly, and immensely entertaining adult pantos by Britain's Tom Whalley have become a popular holiday season tradition at PrideArts, and the company will continue this tradition with its fourth Whalley panto – RAPORNZEL.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2025
The bawdy, silly, and immensely entertaining adult pantos by Britain's Tom Whalley have become a popular holiday season tradition at PrideArts, and the company will continue this tradition with its fourth Whalley panto – RAPORNZEL.
BERNADETTE, THE MUSICAL To Make U.S. Premiere At The Athenaeum Center
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2025
Following its hit European run, Bernadette, The Musical—the moving story of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes—will make its U.S. premiere at Chicago’s Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture.
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2025
Following its hit European run, Bernadette, The Musical—the moving story of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes—will make its U.S. premiere at Chicago’s Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture.
Photos: JK Entertainment Makes Chicago Debut with PRODIGAL SON
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2025
Chicago’s newest creative company, JK Entertainment, launches with PRODIGAL SON by John Patrick Shanley, running October 10–November 2, 2025, at the Athenaeum Center. Check out photos of the production.
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2025
Chicago’s newest creative company, JK Entertainment, launches with PRODIGAL SON by John Patrick Shanley, running October 10–November 2, 2025, at the Athenaeum Center. Check out photos of the production.
DEATHTRAP Comes to the Skokie Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2025
MadKap Productions will present the comedy-thriller DEATHTRAP by Ira Levin for 10 live performances at the Skokie Theatre. Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2025
MadKap Productions will present the comedy-thriller DEATHTRAP by Ira Levin for 10 live performances at the Skokie Theatre. Learn more about the show here!
American Blues to Host Halloween Boo Bash to Benefit Artists
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2025
American Blues Theater will present Halloween Boo Bash, its annual costumed fundraiser benefiting artists’ wages during Season 40. Learn more and see how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2025
American Blues Theater will present Halloween Boo Bash, its annual costumed fundraiser benefiting artists’ wages during Season 40. Learn more and see how to attend.
Photos: First Look at the Chicago Premiere of Terry Guest’s OAK at Raven Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Raven Theatre in Chicago has released new production photos of OAK, the Southern Gothic drama by playwright Terry Guest, directed by Mikael Burke. The play, opening Raven’s 43rd season, runs through November 9, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Raven Theatre in Chicago has released new production photos of OAK, the Southern Gothic drama by playwright Terry Guest, directed by Mikael Burke. The play, opening Raven’s 43rd season, runs through November 9, 2025.
The Goodman Unveils New Leadership Team Members
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Walter Artistic Director Susan V. Booth and Executive Director John Collins celebrate success of the first month of The Goodman’s Centennial Season, and welcome new leaders to the helm. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Walter Artistic Director Susan V. Booth and Executive Director John Collins celebrate success of the first month of The Goodman’s Centennial Season, and welcome new leaders to the helm. Learn more!
Video: JJ Niemann Sings 'Goodbye' in CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Marriott Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Watch a video of JJ Niemann performing 'Goodbye' from Catch Me If You Can at Marriott Theatre! The score is by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray, Some Like it Hot).
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Watch a video of JJ Niemann performing 'Goodbye' from Catch Me If You Can at Marriott Theatre! The score is by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray, Some Like it Hot).
The Auditorium to Present Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Celebrating its 50th Anniversary Celebration at The Auditorium, Chicago's beloved Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater will launch The Auditorium's 2025-26 Dance Season. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Celebrating its 50th Anniversary Celebration at The Auditorium, Chicago's beloved Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater will launch The Auditorium's 2025-26 Dance Season. Learn more!
A Red Orchid Theatre's VEAL Extends Through Early November
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Due to popular demand, A Red Orchid Theatre has added week performances for its dystopian dark comedy Veal. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Due to popular demand, A Red Orchid Theatre has added week performances for its dystopian dark comedy Veal. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Details Revealed for CARMINA BURANA at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago will present the company premiere of Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana. For three performances only, Music Director Enrique Mazzola conducts the Lyric Opera Orchestra and Chorus in this 20th-century masterpiece. Learn ore!
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago will present the company premiere of Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana. For three performances only, Music Director Enrique Mazzola conducts the Lyric Opera Orchestra and Chorus in this 20th-century masterpiece. Learn ore!
Collaboraction Theatre to Host 'House Of Belonging' Housewarming Party
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Chicago's Collaboraction Theatre Company will open its doors for the first time to the general public with a Housewarming Party for its new “House of Belonging.' Learn how to attend!
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
Chicago's Collaboraction Theatre Company will open its doors for the first time to the general public with a Housewarming Party for its new “House of Belonging.' Learn how to attend!
Arts Judaica to Present Staged Reading of Adam Pasen’s FREE RADICALS at The Edge Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
Arts Judaica will present a staged reading of Free Radicals, a new play by Adam Pasen, on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 7 p.m. at The Edge Theatre, 5451 N. Broadway in Chicago. Tickets are $15.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
Arts Judaica will present a staged reading of Free Radicals, a new play by Adam Pasen, on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 7 p.m. at The Edge Theatre, 5451 N. Broadway in Chicago. Tickets are $15.
Photos: See Chicago Dance Celebrates 20 Years With Bold Impact Anniversary Gala
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
See Chicago Dance hosted more than 270 guests for its BOLD IMPACT 20th Anniversary Gala, celebrating two decades of championing Chicago’s vibrant dance community. The event took place on Tuesday, September 30 at Venue West, 221 N. Paulina Street. See photos of the event.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
See Chicago Dance hosted more than 270 guests for its BOLD IMPACT 20th Anniversary Gala, celebrating two decades of championing Chicago’s vibrant dance community. The event took place on Tuesday, September 30 at Venue West, 221 N. Paulina Street. See photos of the event.
2025 BLACK THEATRE ALLIANCE AWARDS Nominations Announced
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
The 2025 Black Theatre Alliance Awards have announced nominations celebrating excellence in Chicago’s African American theatre community. The ceremony will take place October 27, 2025, at the Beverly Arts Center and honor ILesia Duncan with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
The 2025 Black Theatre Alliance Awards have announced nominations celebrating excellence in Chicago’s African American theatre community. The ceremony will take place October 27, 2025, at the Beverly Arts Center and honor ILesia Duncan with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
QUEERS & FEARS Gay Horror Sketch Revue is Coming to Second City This October
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
This October, prepare for laughter, screams, and a splash of glitter when Queers & Fears haunts Donny's Skybox Theatre at The Second City. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
This October, prepare for laughter, screams, and a splash of glitter when Queers & Fears haunts Donny's Skybox Theatre at The Second City. Learn more here!
SLAY! Gay Horror Sketch Revue And Fundraiser to be Presented At Annoyance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
Sink your teeth into the horror-comedy event of the season when SLAY! storms the Annoyance Theatre this October. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
Sink your teeth into the horror-comedy event of the season when SLAY! storms the Annoyance Theatre this October. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
THE HOUSE THAT WILL NOT STAND Comes to Invictus Theatre Company Next Month
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
Invictus Theatre Company's follow-up to its enormously successful production of ANGELS IN AMERICA will be THE HOUSE THAT WILL NOT STAND, by Marcus Gardley, a former playwright-in-residence at Chicago's Victory Gardens Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
Invictus Theatre Company's follow-up to its enormously successful production of ANGELS IN AMERICA will be THE HOUSE THAT WILL NOT STAND, by Marcus Gardley, a former playwright-in-residence at Chicago's Victory Gardens Theatre.
GREASE Extends at Metropolis Arts Centre
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre has announced that Grease, with music, lyrics and book by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey is now extended through October 26. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre has announced that Grease, with music, lyrics and book by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey is now extended through October 26. Learn more here!
THAT'S WEIRD, GRANDMA: HOLIDAY PARTY! Comes to The Neo-Futurist Theater
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
PlayMakers Laboratory will welcome back its original sketch show That's Weird, Grandma: Holiday Party!, playing five performances only in December. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
PlayMakers Laboratory will welcome back its original sketch show That's Weird, Grandma: Holiday Party!, playing five performances only in December. Learn more here!
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