Steppenwolf Theatre to Open 49th Season with NOISES OFF
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will open its 49th season with a revival of Michael Frayn’s classic comedy Noises Off, directed by Tony Award-winning ensemble member Anna D. Shapiro. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will open its 49th season with a revival of Michael Frayn’s classic comedy Noises Off, directed by Tony Award-winning ensemble member Anna D. Shapiro. Learn how to purchase tickets.
MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Extends at Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2024
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil has been extended at Goodman Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2024
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil has been extended at Goodman Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Redtwist Theatre Announces New Dates For THE NORMAL HEART
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2024
Redtwist Theatre extends the run of THE NORMAL HEART from August 18 to September 22. Don't miss this powerful production exploring the early days of the HIV/AIDS crisis.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2024
Redtwist Theatre extends the run of THE NORMAL HEART from August 18 to September 22. Don't miss this powerful production exploring the early days of the HIV/AIDS crisis.
Review: LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Rachel Weinberg - June 24, 2024
In LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD, Samuel D. Hunter has accomplished a rare and magical feat: He’s given us a play that’s mundane and profound at the same time. With Joe Mantello directing, Steppenwolf’s ensemble of Laurie Metcalf, Micah Stock, John Drea, and Meighan Gerachis make the play yet more fascinating and emotionally raw.
by Rachel Weinberg - June 24, 2024
In LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD, Samuel D. Hunter has accomplished a rare and magical feat: He’s given us a play that’s mundane and profound at the same time. With Joe Mantello directing, Steppenwolf’s ensemble of Laurie Metcalf, Micah Stock, John Drea, and Meighan Gerachis make the play yet more fascinating and emotionally raw.
Redtwist Theatre Reschedules Larry Kramer's THE NORMAL HEART
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2024
Redtwist Theatre has rescheduled Larry Kramer's THE NORMAL HEART due to construction delays. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2024
Redtwist Theatre has rescheduled Larry Kramer's THE NORMAL HEART due to construction delays. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Student Blog: An Introduction
by Student Blogger: Ella Bianchi - June 24, 2024
My name is Ella Bianchi (he/they) and I am a BA Professional Writing major with minors in Publishing & Editing and Theatre at Millikin University with hopes of pursuing a professional career in dramaturgy post-graduation. I originally entered Millikin as a BA Theatre & Performance Studies major, but my plans have shifted towards the offstage magic.
by Student Blogger: Ella Bianchi - June 24, 2024
My name is Ella Bianchi (he/they) and I am a BA Professional Writing major with minors in Publishing & Editing and Theatre at Millikin University with hopes of pursuing a professional career in dramaturgy post-graduation. I originally entered Millikin as a BA Theatre & Performance Studies major, but my plans have shifted towards the offstage magic.
Cast Set for MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Paramount Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2024
Million Dollar Quartet is being presented at Paramount Theatre this summer. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2024
Million Dollar Quartet is being presented at Paramount Theatre this summer. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
THE MAGIC PARLOR Extends at the Goodman
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2024
High demand following critical and popular acclaim for third-generation magician Dennis Watkins’ The Magic Parlour at 50 W. Randolph extend the calendar of performances to December 31, 2024.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2024
High demand following critical and popular acclaim for third-generation magician Dennis Watkins’ The Magic Parlour at 50 W. Randolph extend the calendar of performances to December 31, 2024.
Davenport's Hosts $1000 Sing Off Jazz Vocalist Contest In July
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2024
Davenport's $1000 Sing Off competition continues in July with the Jazz vocalist category. The $1000 Sing-Off is Chicago's newest talent contest, produced by Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret, 1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2024
Davenport's $1000 Sing Off competition continues in July with the Jazz vocalist category. The $1000 Sing-Off is Chicago's newest talent contest, produced by Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret, 1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago.
SOUL SISTERS Celebrates Diana Ross, Patti LaBelle, and Gladys Knight at Davenport's
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2024
Celebrate the 80th birthdays of Diana Ross, Patti LaBelle, and Gladys Knight with a special cabaret featuring six of Chicago's finest vocalists.In honor of these icons Diana Ross, Patti Labelle, and Gladys Knight's 80th birthdays this year, six of Chicago's top vocalists get together to pay tribute to these three Soul Sisters. Cast includes Felena Bunn, Lynne Jordan, LaShera Moore Ellis, Margaret Murphy-Webb, Brandon Taylor Sides and Daryl Nitz, with musical direction by Andrew Blendermann.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2024
Celebrate the 80th birthdays of Diana Ross, Patti LaBelle, and Gladys Knight with a special cabaret featuring six of Chicago's finest vocalists.In honor of these icons Diana Ross, Patti Labelle, and Gladys Knight's 80th birthdays this year, six of Chicago's top vocalists get together to pay tribute to these three Soul Sisters. Cast includes Felena Bunn, Lynne Jordan, LaShera Moore Ellis, Margaret Murphy-Webb, Brandon Taylor Sides and Daryl Nitz, with musical direction by Andrew Blendermann.
Walder Foundation Announces $2.4M Grant For Performing Artists With Launch Of Chicago-Based Awards
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Walder Foundation will award $2.4 million to performing artists through its inaugural Platform Awards, which support accomplished Chicagoland mid-career music, theater, dance, and interdisciplinary performance artists who are enriching the city’s creative and civic landscape through a commitment to honing their craft and meaningful community engagement.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Walder Foundation will award $2.4 million to performing artists through its inaugural Platform Awards, which support accomplished Chicagoland mid-career music, theater, dance, and interdisciplinary performance artists who are enriching the city’s creative and civic landscape through a commitment to honing their craft and meaningful community engagement.
Music Theater Works Announces Cast And Creative Team For Rodgers And Hammerstein's CAROUSEL
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Music Theater Works reveals the cast and creative team for the upcoming production of CAROUSEL, running from August 8 to 18.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Music Theater Works reveals the cast and creative team for the upcoming production of CAROUSEL, running from August 8 to 18.
Cast and Creative Team Set for CAROUSEL at Music Theatre Works
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for the second production of its 2024 season, Carousel. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for the second production of its 2024 season, Carousel. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Tickets to AIN'T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS in Chicago On Sale Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Single tickets for the Broadway smash hit musical AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, will go on sale tomorrow, June 21 at Broadway in Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Single tickets for the Broadway smash hit musical AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, will go on sale tomorrow, June 21 at Broadway in Chicago.
Cast and Creative Team Set for DONTRELL, WHO KISSED THE SEA at Pegasus Theatre Chicago
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Pegasus Theatre Chicago has revealed the cast and creative team for Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Pegasus Theatre Chicago has revealed the cast and creative team for Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Season Packages On Sale For Big Noise Theatre's 2024/25 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Big Noise Theatre's 2024/25 Season is available for a reduced price with 2 and 3 show packages now on sale!
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Big Noise Theatre's 2024/25 Season is available for a reduced price with 2 and 3 show packages now on sale!
STATIC: NOISE OF A NEW MUSICAL Comes to Raue Center School for the Arts
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Raue Center School for the Arts has announced a collaboration for this summer’s production of “Static: Noise of a New Musical” with The 415 Amateur Radio Club’s annual Field Day.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Raue Center School for the Arts has announced a collaboration for this summer’s production of “Static: Noise of a New Musical” with The 415 Amateur Radio Club’s annual Field Day.
Single Tickets on Sale 6/20 for Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2024/25 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Single tickets go on sale Thursday, June 20 at 10 a.m. Central Time for Lyric Opera of Chicago’s 2024/25 Season, an exciting mix of four classic operas, two contemporary works never before performed in Chicago, three unmissable special concerts and recitals featuring the biggest names in the vocal arts, and the return of a popular event providing an insider's glimpse into opera for all ages.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Single tickets go on sale Thursday, June 20 at 10 a.m. Central Time for Lyric Opera of Chicago’s 2024/25 Season, an exciting mix of four classic operas, two contemporary works never before performed in Chicago, three unmissable special concerts and recitals featuring the biggest names in the vocal arts, and the return of a popular event providing an insider's glimpse into opera for all ages.
National Jazz Radio Favorites Anne & Mark Burnell Celebrate 30 Years at Davenport's Next Month
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
National Jazz radio favorites and one of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell will perform CELEBRATING 30 YEARS, at Davenport's 1383 N Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, on Friday, July 19th at 8pm.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
National Jazz radio favorites and one of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell will perform CELEBRATING 30 YEARS, at Davenport's 1383 N Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, on Friday, July 19th at 8pm.
Artemisia Reveals GOODS Cast
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Artemisia has announced its cast for its immersive soundscape production of GOODS by Lauren Ferebee, directed by Erin Nicole Eggers. Performances are July 8th - July 28th, 2024 at the Little Studio in the Fine Arts Building at 410 S Michigan Ave.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
Artemisia has announced its cast for its immersive soundscape production of GOODS by Lauren Ferebee, directed by Erin Nicole Eggers. Performances are July 8th - July 28th, 2024 at the Little Studio in the Fine Arts Building at 410 S Michigan Ave.
Photos: First Look At The Cast Of AIN'T MISBEHAVIN': THE FATS WALLER MUSICAL At Drury Lane Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2024
Rehearsals are under way for the summer production of Ain't Misbehavin': The Fats Waller Musical Show at Drury Lane Theatre! Meet the cast below in new photos!
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2024
Rehearsals are under way for the summer production of Ain't Misbehavin': The Fats Waller Musical Show at Drury Lane Theatre! Meet the cast below in new photos!
JAZZIN' JULY Programming at Davenports to Include A Sing Off Contest, Jeannie Tanner, and Anne & Mark Burnell
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2024
Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret celebrates Jazzin' In July with jazz performances and a $1000 Sing Off competition for jazz vocalists, hosted by Daryl Nitz & Andrew Blendermann.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2024
Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret celebrates Jazzin' In July with jazz performances and a $1000 Sing Off competition for jazz vocalists, hosted by Daryl Nitz & Andrew Blendermann.
Cast and Creative Team Set for CORONATION at Refracted Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2024
Refracted Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Coronation, by Laura Winters and directed by Tova Wolff. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2024
Refracted Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Coronation, by Laura Winters and directed by Tova Wolff. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Dillinger Escape Plan Reveals Lineup for August 24 Show at Salt Shed
by Josh Sharpe - June 18, 2024
On August 24 The Dillinger Escape Plan will be playing at Chicago’s The Salt Shed as part of a limited run of performances celebrating the 25 anniversary of their highly acclaimed debut album, Calculating Infinity. Check out their incredible roster of supporting acts here!
by Josh Sharpe - June 18, 2024
On August 24 The Dillinger Escape Plan will be playing at Chicago’s The Salt Shed as part of a limited run of performances celebrating the 25 anniversary of their highly acclaimed debut album, Calculating Infinity. Check out their incredible roster of supporting acts here!
Physical Theater Festival to Present 11th Annual Event in July
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2024
Experience innovative performances at the 11th Annual Physical Theater Festival, featuring a diverse lineup of physical theater artists from around the world.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2024
Experience innovative performances at the 11th Annual Physical Theater Festival, featuring a diverse lineup of physical theater artists from around the world.
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