Newly Expanded Version of Kayla Boye’s CALL ME ELIZABETH Comes to Chicago in May
PrideArts will present the expanded two-act version of CALL ME ELIZABETH, Kayla Boye's one-woman show about Elizabeth Taylor, May 8-10 at the Hoover-Leppen Theatre in Center on Halsted.
Photos & Video: MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM at The Goodman
You can now get a first look at photos and videos of The Goodman’s Centennial Season revival of August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom—helmed by Director Chuck Smith.
ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE to Conclude American Blues Theater 40th Anniversary Season
American Blues Theater will conclude its 40th anniversary season with the jukebox musical Always…Patsy Cline created by Ted Swindley, with band and vocal orchestrations by August Eriksmoen and Tony Migliore.
TITUBA American Premiere and More Set for Court Theatre 2026-2027 Season
Court Theatre has unveiled its 72nd season.
Photos: Namir Smallwood and More in Rehearsals for WINDFALL at Steppenwolf
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is continuing its 50th Anniversary Season with Windfall, a communal experience crafted by Academy Award-winning ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney, directed by Awoye Timpo.
THE GREAT GATSBY & More Lead Chicago's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings.
Review: THE ALLY at Theater Wit
Theater Wit opens the Midwest premiere of THE ALLY on March 30, 2026.
THE SUGAR WIFE Playwright Elizabeth Kuti Will Conduct Post-Show Q&A at Theater Wit
Elizabeth Kuti, whose play THE SUGAR WIFE is receiving its US Premiere in a production by The Artistic Home at Theater Wit, will attend the Friday, April 3 performance and stay for a post-show question and answer session.
Music Institute of Chicago's The Academy Launches 20th Anniversary Season
The Music Institute of Chicago's Academy, a nationally recognized pre-college conservatory program for gifted high school pianists and string players, will kick off its 20th anniversary with a performance by the Academy Orchestra.
Porchlight Music Theatre Adds Third Performance Of PORCHLIGHT IN CONCERT FOLLIES
Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre has announced a third performance, Saturday, April 25 at 2 p.
Harris Theater Reveals 2026-27 Season
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(X) Collective To Present Mosaic Series: Game Night For BIPOC Theatre Artists In Chicago
(X) Collective will host the Mosaic Series: Game Night in Chicago.
VIDEO: First Look at THEATER OF THE MIND at Goodman Theatre
Goodman Theatre has released first look footage of Theater of the Mind, the immersive theatrical experience co-created by Academy, Grammy, and Tony Award-winning artist David Byrne and writer Mala Gaonkar, now extended through July 12, 2026 by popular demand.
Photos: First Look at OUT, DARN SPOT! at Chopin Theatre
Tyler Anthony Smith, 2025 Joseph Jefferson Award winner for their performance as Hedwig in Hedwig and the Angry Inch at Haven Theatre Company, is presenting a new production of their solo show OUT, DARN SPOT! at Chopin Theatre.
Laura Benanti and Alex Edelman to Bring Shows to Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will welcome award-winning performers Laura Benanti and Alex Edelman for two limited comedy engagements this summer, beginning with Laura Benanti's show in August.
Tyler Hanes Will Lead HEARTBREAK HOTEL at the Marriott Theatre
Heartbreak Hotel will come to the Marriott Theatre in April, starring Tyler Hanes as Elvis Presley.
Photos: Ben Walker and More Star in SHREK THE MUSICAL at The Beverly Theatre Guild
The Beverly Theatre Guild will present its 63rd season closer, Shrek: The Musical.
MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS Comes To Deerfield
DEERFIELD Theater will present Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express from April 3rd to April 12th at Caruso Auditorium in Deerfield, IL, featuring a cast led by Brian Parry as Hercule Poirot.
Lifeline Theatre Names Joslyn Housley as 2026 BIPOC Annual Adaptation Showcase Playwright
Lifeline Theatre revealed Joslyn Housley as the selected playwright for its 2026 BIPOC Annual Adaptation Showcase.
The Beach Boys, Movie In The Parks Series and More Are Coming to RiverEdge Park This Summer
RiverEdge will present a lineup featuring The Beach Boys, Cheap Trick, and other artists as part of its summer concert series, along with $3 concerts and a Movie in the Parks series.
Review: THEATER OF THE MIND Presented by Goodman Theatre
THEATER OF THE MIND is an engaging, interactive, and fun tour through the senses.
Photos: Idle Muse Theatre Company's THE THREE MUSKETEERS
Check out production photos for Idle Muse Theatre Company's production of The Three Musketeers, running through April 25 at The Edge Off-Broadway Theater in Chicago.
GOING BACHARACH: THE SONGS OF AN ICON To Play Chicago’s Apollo Theater
GOING BACHARACH: THE SONGS OF AN ICON will run at Chicago’s Apollo Theater with the original New York cast.
Photos: THE ALLY To Make Midwest Premiere At Theater Wit
The Ally by Itamar Moses will receive its Midwest premiere at Theater Wit in Chicago.
Lyric Opera Will Present Rising Stars In Concert in April
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Windfall Steppenwolf Theatre Company (4/09-5/31) |
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South Pacific Paramount Arts Centre (4/29-6/14) |
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The Lifespan of a Fact Parker Players Theater (4/24-5/17) |
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Gee's Bend Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre (5/23-6/07) |
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Readings on Ravenswood Remy Bumppo Theatre Company (5/04-6/15) |
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The Outsiders The Cadillac Palace Theatre (8/04-8/16) |
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Brahms Goes Baroque Featuring John Orfe, Piano Westminster Presbyterian Church (6/03-6/03) |
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Water for Elephants (Chicago) James M. Nederlander Theatre (6/23-7/05) |
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Eelpout! Shattered Globe Theatre (4/17-5/30) |
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Maybe Tomorrow Wild Door Theater (4/13-5/24) |
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