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Black Ensemble Theater to Present Special Performances of LIVING IN THE LIGHT & More

Black Ensemble Theater to Present Special Performances of LIVING IN THE LIGHT & More

by BWW News Desk — November 4, 2024
Black Ensemble Theater will present special performances of Living in the Light, starring Bernard Lilly Jr.
Joffrey Ballet's Reimagined THE NUTCRACKER Comes to the Lyric Opera House Next Month

Joffrey Ballet's Reimagined THE NUTCRACKER Comes to the Lyric Opera House Next Month

by BWW News Desk — November 4, 2024
The Joffrey Ballet's reimagined production of The Nutcracker by two-time Tony Award-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, will return to the Lyric Opera House next month.
FRAUDULENT LLC Comes to the Trap Door Theatre Next Month

FRAUDULENT LLC Comes to the Trap Door Theatre Next Month

by BWW News Desk — November 4, 2024
Trap Door Theatre will continue its Trap Open Series with a new play, Fraudulent LLC, written and directed by resident videographer Jonathan Quigley.
Chicago Sinfonietta Names Shermann 'Dilla' Thomas as 2024-25 Artist In Residence

Chicago Sinfonietta Names Shermann 'Dilla' Thomas as 2024-25 Artist In Residence

by BWW News Desk — November 4, 2024
Chicago Sinfonietta announced the appointment of a renowned urban historian as Artist In Residence for the 2024-25 season, promising a unique blend of music and historical insight.
Impostors Theatre Company Launches Season With PILOT ISLAND & HER KEEPERS

Impostors Theatre Company Launches Season With PILOT ISLAND & HER KEEPERS

by BWW News Desk — November 4, 2024
After their critically acclaimed fifth season, The Impostors Theatre Company will return with the highly anticipated world premiere of Pilot Island & Her Keepers, a haunting new play by ITC ensemble member Kayla Belec, directed by ITC Artistic Director Stefan Roseen.
Student Blog: Surviving Freshman Fall in Urbana-Champaign

Student Blog: Surviving Freshman Fall in Urbana-Champaign

by Student Blogger: Sophia Woo — November 2, 2024
Although I miss having my own bedroom and bathroom and midterm season never really ends here, I feel like I’m finally in a good rhythm.
Student Blog: What I Learned from My First Midterm Exams

Student Blog: What I Learned from My First Midterm Exams

by Student Blogger: Sophia Woo — November 2, 2024
As someone who breezed through a lot of school, I, admittedly, haven’t always had the best study skills or habits.
A JUDY CHRISTMAS to Return to Chicago at the Den Theatre

A JUDY CHRISTMAS to Return to Chicago at the Den Theatre

by BWW News Desk — November 1, 2024
“A JUDY CHRISTMAS” is returning to Chicago in December at The Den Theatre.
PARADE to Replace ALI in the Next Broadway In Chicago Season

PARADE to Replace ALI in the Next Broadway In Chicago Season

by BWW News Desk — November 1, 2024
 Broadway In Chicago revealed that ALI, originally scheduled for next year, will be postponed until further notice.
Broadway-Bound ALI Musical Cancels Chicago Run

Broadway-Bound ALI Musical Cancels Chicago Run

by Joshua Wright — November 1, 2024
The Chicago run of ALI, the new musical celebrating the life and legacy of Muhammad Ali, has canceled what it had billed as a pre-Broadway engagement in Chicago.
The University of Chicago's Gray Center for Arts & Inquiry Announces KAVAH Fermata Ar

The University of Chicago's Gray Center for Arts & Inquiry Announces KAVAH Fermata Artist Prize and Fellowship

by BWW News Desk — October 31, 2024
The University of Chicago has just announced the inaugural KAVAH Fermata, a new artist fellowship at the Richard and Mary L.
Lifeline Theatre Will Present JACOB MARLEY'S CHRISTMAS CAROL

Lifeline Theatre Will Present JACOB MARLEY'S CHRISTMAS CAROL

by BWW News Desk — October 31, 2024
Lifeline Theatre brings their first MainStage production of the 2024-25 season to the stage with Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol.
Chicago Opera Theater Will Mark Centennial of Puccini’s Death with BOHÈME AND BEYO

Chicago Opera Theater Will Mark Centennial of Puccini’s Death with BOHÈME AND BEYOND

by BWW News Desk — October 31, 2024
Chicago Opera Theater (COT), Chicago’s foremost producer of new and rarely produced operas, presents Bohème and Beyond – The Legacy of Puccini, highlighting how Puccini’s work impacted the evolution of opera and musical theater, at DePaul University’s Gannon Hall at the Holtschneider Pe
Deerfield Family Theater to Present CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

Deerfield Family Theater to Present CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

by BWW News Desk — October 31, 2024
Discover the cast and production team for Deerfield Family Theater's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, directed by Matt Canon, with performances at the newly renovated Caruso Auditorium in November.
Review: BEST KEPT SECRET: TELL EVERYONE at The Second City E.t.c.

Review: BEST KEPT SECRET: TELL EVERYONE at The Second City E.t.c.

by Rachel Weinberg — October 31, 2024
The Second City’s latest e.
BWW Q&A: Brittany Bradford of LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

BWW Q&A: Brittany Bradford of LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

by Joshua Wright — October 31, 2024
BWW Q&A: Brittany Bradford of Leroy and Lucy at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Color Factory And BLUE MAN GROUP Prepare To Paint The Town Blue

Color Factory And BLUE MAN GROUP Prepare To Paint The Town Blue

by BWW News Desk — October 30, 2024
Color Factory is inviting guests to Paint the Town Blue in joint celebration with Blue Man Group, the global entertainment phenomenon known for its award-winning theatrical production, iconic characters and multiple creative explorations.
Chicago Tap Allstars' WINTER WONDERLAND Returns This December

Chicago Tap Allstars' WINTER WONDERLAND Returns This December

by BWW News Desk — October 30, 2024
Chicago Tap Allstars, a collective of Tap dance artists and organizations brought together by M.
Cast Set for FAT HAM at Goodman Theatre

Cast Set for FAT HAM at Goodman Theatre

by BWW News Desk — October 30, 2024
James Ijames’s Pulitzer Prize-winning, five-time Tony Award-nominated play Fat Ham will make its Chicago debut with an all-Chicago cast led by Trumane Alston.
Chicago Tap Theatre Reveals Season and New Company Member Roxy King

Chicago Tap Theatre Reveals Season and New Company Member Roxy King

by BWW News Desk — October 30, 2024
​​​​​​​ Chicago Tap Theatre has recently returned from a successful European Tour and has announced its 2024-2025 season and that  Roxanne “Roxy” King is a new company member.
CHARLES DICKENS BEGRUDGINGLY PERFORMS ‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’ AGAIN Comes to the Den

CHARLES DICKENS BEGRUDGINGLY PERFORMS ‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’ AGAIN Comes to the Den Theatre

by BWW News Desk — October 30, 2024
 Jeff Award-Winner Blake Montgomery will present Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs ‘A Christmas Carol’ Again, at The Den Theatre, 1331 N.
Photos: LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

Photos: LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — October 30, 2024
 Steppenwolf Theatre Company has released new photos from Ngozi Anyanwu’s Leroy and Lucy, a bluesy and seductive play with music, directed by Awoye Timpo, playing through December 15, 2024.
Shattered Globe Theatre Welcomes Playwright Sarah Ruhl for BECKY, NURSE OF SALEM Disc

Shattered Globe Theatre Welcomes Playwright Sarah Ruhl for BECKY, NURSE OF SALEM Discussion

by BWW News Desk — October 29, 2024
Join playwright Sarah Ruhl for a discussion on BECKY NURSE OF SALEM at Shattered Globe Theatre on Nov.
Chicago a Cappella to Continue 2024-25 Season With HOLIDAYS A CAPELLA

Chicago a Cappella to Continue 2024-25 Season With HOLIDAYS A CAPELLA

by BWW News Desk — October 29, 2024
Chicago a cappella will continue its 2024/25 season this December with Holidays a cappella, a concert designed to bring holiday cheer to the whole family.
WE WILL ROCK YOU to be Presented for One Night Only by The Beautiful City Project

WE WILL ROCK YOU to be Presented for One Night Only by The Beautiful City Project

by BWW News Desk — October 29, 2024
The Beautiful City Project revealed the cast for WE WILL ROCK YOU, a fundraising event at McGrath Family Performing Arts Center, benefiting Chicago's Season of Concern through a silent auction.

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