McAninch Arts Center Unveils 2024-2025 Performance Series Season Featuring Music, Theater & More
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2024
Discover the 2024-2025 performance series at the McAninch Arts Center, featuring a diverse lineup of music, theater, and dance events. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2024
Discover the 2024-2025 performance series at the McAninch Arts Center, featuring a diverse lineup of music, theater, and dance events. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Chicago's The Connecting Routes Project Travels on Amtrak to Bloomington-Normal to Bring Free Theater for the Very Young
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2024
Presented in partnership with The Connecting Routes Project and Illinois Art Station, Kerfuffle's The Conductors will tour on Amtrak from Chicago to present two free performances and a creative drama workshop at organizations across Bloomington-Normal on June 4, 2024.
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2024
Presented in partnership with The Connecting Routes Project and Illinois Art Station, Kerfuffle's The Conductors will tour on Amtrak from Chicago to present two free performances and a creative drama workshop at organizations across Bloomington-Normal on June 4, 2024.
Triumph The Insult Comic Dog Comes To The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2024
The Den Theatre has announced Triumph the Insult Comic Dog and his celebrated game show “Let’s Make A Poop” with celebrity panelists Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich, Cubs legend Ryan Dempster, WGN-TV Weatherman Paul Konrad and more surprise guests.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2024
The Den Theatre has announced Triumph the Insult Comic Dog and his celebrated game show “Let’s Make A Poop” with celebrity panelists Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich, Cubs legend Ryan Dempster, WGN-TV Weatherman Paul Konrad and more surprise guests.
Triumph The Insult Comic Dog is Coming To The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Triumph the Insult Comic Dog will perform at The Den Theatre in Chicago. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Triumph the Insult Comic Dog will perform at The Den Theatre in Chicago. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set For WEST SIDE STORY At Summer Place Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Summer Place Theatre in Naperville has revealed the cast for WEST SIDE STORY. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Summer Place Theatre in Naperville has revealed the cast for WEST SIDE STORY. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
SCHOOL OF ROCK, ON GOLDEN POND & More Set for The Little Theatre On The Square 67th Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
The Little Theatre On The Square in Sullivan, IL, will celebrate its 67th season. Learn about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
The Little Theatre On The Square in Sullivan, IL, will celebrate its 67th season. Learn about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Extends at Paramount Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Downtown Aurora, Illinois is gonna be “All Shook Up” this summer, as tickets to a new live, immersive staging of Million Dollar Quartet, the debut production in Paramount Theatre’s new Stolp Island Theatre, are flying off the shelf.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Downtown Aurora, Illinois is gonna be “All Shook Up” this summer, as tickets to a new live, immersive staging of Million Dollar Quartet, the debut production in Paramount Theatre’s new Stolp Island Theatre, are flying off the shelf.
Lyric Opera of Chicago's Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center Celebrates 50 Years with New Ensemble and Signature Events
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Celebrating its 50th anniversary season, The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center, Lyric Opera of Chicago's premier artist-development program, has announced its 2024/25 Ensemble.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2024
Celebrating its 50th anniversary season, The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center, Lyric Opera of Chicago's premier artist-development program, has announced its 2024/25 Ensemble.
Pulitzer Prize-Winner THE HOT WING KING To Begin At Writers Theatre In June
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
Pulitzer Prize-winning play HOT WING KING will debut at Writers Theatre on June 20.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
Pulitzer Prize-winning play HOT WING KING will debut at Writers Theatre on June 20.
Photos: Jackalope Presents The World Premiere Of THE SINGULARITY PLAY
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
Jackalope Theatre Company continues its 16th season at Edgewater’s Berger Park, 6205 N. Sheridan Rd., with the world premiere of The Singularity Play, by Jay Stull, directed by Georgette Verdin,now playing through June 22. See photos below.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
Jackalope Theatre Company continues its 16th season at Edgewater’s Berger Park, 6205 N. Sheridan Rd., with the world premiere of The Singularity Play, by Jay Stull, directed by Georgette Verdin,now playing through June 22. See photos below.
Photos: Raven Theatre Company Presents THE PRODIGAL DAUGHTER
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has released production photos from the final show of its 41st season, THE PRODIGAL DAUGHTER.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has released production photos from the final show of its 41st season, THE PRODIGAL DAUGHTER.
THE LIGHTNING THIEF: A PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL to be Presented at Skokie Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
Experience THE LIGHTNING THIEF: A PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL at Skokie Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
Experience THE LIGHTNING THIEF: A PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL at Skokie Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Teatro ZinZanni Will Present LOVE, CHAOS, AND DINNER Beginning This Week
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
Teatro ZinZanni has announced a new summer production of “Love, Chaos and Dinner” that takes fans on the musical journey of Chicago’s world-renowned singer LiV Warfield.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2024
Teatro ZinZanni has announced a new summer production of “Love, Chaos and Dinner” that takes fans on the musical journey of Chicago’s world-renowned singer LiV Warfield.
Photos: Hell In A Handbag Presents POOR PEOPLE! The Parody Musical
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Hell in a Handbag Productions will continue its 22nd season with the world premiere of POOR PEOPLE! The Parody Musical. See photos from the production.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Hell in a Handbag Productions will continue its 22nd season with the world premiere of POOR PEOPLE! The Parody Musical. See photos from the production.
BLACK PANTHER In Concert and More On Stage At The Auditorium Theatre This Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
This summer, the not-for-profit Auditorium Theatre will present an exciting new lineup of events.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
This summer, the not-for-profit Auditorium Theatre will present an exciting new lineup of events.
New Jazz Opera PAUL ROBESON: MAN OF THE PEOPLE Will Begin Performances This June
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Paul Robeson: Man Of The People, a new jazz poetry opera will have its Chicago premiere: Friday, June 7, 2024 with a free performance at Hamilton Park District.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Paul Robeson: Man Of The People, a new jazz poetry opera will have its Chicago premiere: Friday, June 7, 2024 with a free performance at Hamilton Park District.
The 35th Annual RHINOCEROS FESTIVAL Begins This Saturday!
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Curious Theatre Branch and Prop Thtr kicks off its 35th annual Rhinoceros Theater Festival, May 25 - June 30.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Curious Theatre Branch and Prop Thtr kicks off its 35th annual Rhinoceros Theater Festival, May 25 - June 30.
THE FORGE SINGS SUMMER CONCERT Returns This June
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Enjoy a live Disney music celebration at THE FORGE: LEMONT QUARRIES on June 8th and 9th. Families can sing along with talents from around the country, meet princesses, and enjoy snacks and beverages.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Enjoy a live Disney music celebration at THE FORGE: LEMONT QUARRIES on June 8th and 9th. Families can sing along with talents from around the country, meet princesses, and enjoy snacks and beverages.
Interview: Audrey Francis on THE THANKSGIVING PLAY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - May 22, 2024
We spoke with Audrey Francis about Steppenwolf Theatre Company's Chicago premiere of Larissa FastHorse’s The Thanksgiving Play, a biting comedy about everything right, wrong and woke in America, directed by Jess McLeod.
by Joshua Wright - May 22, 2024
We spoke with Audrey Francis about Steppenwolf Theatre Company's Chicago premiere of Larissa FastHorse’s The Thanksgiving Play, a biting comedy about everything right, wrong and woke in America, directed by Jess McLeod.
American Blues Theater to Present NO ONE CARES ABOUT CLOWN PAIN by Philip Earl Johnson
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
American Blues Theater will present No One Cares About Clown Pain by Philip Earl Johnson. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
American Blues Theater will present No One Cares About Clown Pain by Philip Earl Johnson. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Multi-Sensory Experience ILLUMINARIUM to Debut At Chicago's Navy Pier in June
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Experience the groundbreaking ILLUMINARIUM at Chicago’s Navy Pier starting June 28. Learn more about what to expect and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Experience the groundbreaking ILLUMINARIUM at Chicago’s Navy Pier starting June 28. Learn more about what to expect and see how to purchase tickets.
Circus Vazquez Brings All-New Show to Three Chicago Locations
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Circus Vazquez is bringing its new 2024 production to three Chicago area locations. Tickets are on sale now for performances from May 24 - June 3 at Little Village (440 W. 26 St., Chicago, IL), June 7 - 24 at Woodfield Mall (5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, IL) and June 28 - July 7 at Yorktown Center (203 Yorktown Shopping Center, Schaumburg, IL).
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Circus Vazquez is bringing its new 2024 production to three Chicago area locations. Tickets are on sale now for performances from May 24 - June 3 at Little Village (440 W. 26 St., Chicago, IL), June 7 - 24 at Woodfield Mall (5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, IL) and June 28 - July 7 at Yorktown Center (203 Yorktown Shopping Center, Schaumburg, IL).
The Chicago Scots Reveal New Location for 38th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Scotland is headed to the DuPage County Fairgrounds! The Chicago Scots are proud to announce the Midwest’s Largest Scottish Event, the 38th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games, is moving to the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road in Wheaton.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2024
Scotland is headed to the DuPage County Fairgrounds! The Chicago Scots are proud to announce the Midwest’s Largest Scottish Event, the 38th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games, is moving to the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road in Wheaton.
Annual Lake County PrideFest Returns to Round Lake Beach In June
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2024
Join the vibrant celebration of diversity and inclusion at Lake County Pride 2024, featuring events, performances, and activities that highlight the LGBTQ+ community.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2024
Join the vibrant celebration of diversity and inclusion at Lake County Pride 2024, featuring events, performances, and activities that highlight the LGBTQ+ community.
Rick Glassman, Jiaoying Summers, Rafi Bastos Come To The Den Theatre This August
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2024
Rick Glassman, Jiaoying Summers, and Rafi Bastos will perform at The Den Theatre this August. Don't miss this exciting lineup of talented comedians bringing their unique humor to Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2024
Rick Glassman, Jiaoying Summers, and Rafi Bastos will perform at The Den Theatre this August. Don't miss this exciting lineup of talented comedians bringing their unique humor to Chicago.
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