Photo Flash: First Look at JPAC's EVITA, Now Playing Through 4/12
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2014
Jedlicka Performing Arts Center welcomes spring with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's landmark Tony Award-winning musical drama EVITA, co-directed by Artistic Director Dante J. Orfei and Christopher Pazdernik with musical direction by John Warren and choreography by Christopher Pazdernik. EVITA plays through April 12, 2014 at the Jedlicka Performing Arts Center, 3801 S. Central Ave. in Cicero. Tickets are available at www.jpactheatre.com or by calling (708) 656-1800. Check out a firstl ook below!
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2014
Jedlicka Performing Arts Center welcomes spring with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's landmark Tony Award-winning musical drama EVITA, co-directed by Artistic Director Dante J. Orfei and Christopher Pazdernik with musical direction by John Warren and choreography by Christopher Pazdernik. EVITA plays through April 12, 2014 at the Jedlicka Performing Arts Center, 3801 S. Central Ave. in Cicero. Tickets are available at www.jpactheatre.com or by calling (708) 656-1800. Check out a firstl ook below!
Promethean Theatre Ensemble Presents Tom Stoppard's ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, 4/18-5/25
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2014
Promethean Theatre Ensemble is pleased to announce the second play of our 2013/2014 season, Tom Stoppard's ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2014
Promethean Theatre Ensemble is pleased to announce the second play of our 2013/2014 season, Tom Stoppard's ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD.
BWW Reviews: Intimate, Lush Production of Sondheim's PASSION Ignites the Stage
by Misha Davenport - March 30, 2014
Stephen Sondheim's Tony award-winning chamber musical has never felt more intimate than in Fred Anzevino's production.
by Misha Davenport - March 30, 2014
Stephen Sondheim's Tony award-winning chamber musical has never felt more intimate than in Fred Anzevino's production.
Hilton Asmus Contemporary Presents TRIUMVIRATE: EXPRESSION OF THREE, 4/3
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2014
Triumvirate: Expression of Three, will feature the combined works of three artists who express their creations through their individual element: Jillian Maas Backman, through the stroke of a pen; John Moulder, through the sound of a musical note; and Arica Hilton, through the color on a painter's palette.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2014
Triumvirate: Expression of Three, will feature the combined works of three artists who express their creations through their individual element: Jillian Maas Backman, through the stroke of a pen; John Moulder, through the sound of a musical note; and Arica Hilton, through the color on a painter's palette.
Ivan Rutherford, Quentin Earl Darrington, Jennie Sophia and More Star in Drury Lane Theatre's LES MISERABLES, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2014
In celebration of their 30th Anniversary, Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, will present the legendary musical LES MISERABLES, previewing tonight, March 29, opening Tuesday, April 8 at 7:30 p.m. and running through June 8, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2014
In celebration of their 30th Anniversary, Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, will present the legendary musical LES MISERABLES, previewing tonight, March 29, opening Tuesday, April 8 at 7:30 p.m. and running through June 8, 2014.
Barrel of Monkeys' THE BIG PROM Fundraiser Set for Tonight at The Drucker Center
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2014
Guaranteed to be an improvement to your best (or worst) night of high school, Barrel of Monkeys is pleased to present its annual fundraising event THE BIG PROM tonight, March 29, 2014 at The Drucker Center, 1535 N. Dayton Ave. in Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2014
Guaranteed to be an improvement to your best (or worst) night of high school, Barrel of Monkeys is pleased to present its annual fundraising event THE BIG PROM tonight, March 29, 2014 at The Drucker Center, 1535 N. Dayton Ave. in Chicago.
SEUSSICAL to Play Chicago Shakespeare Theater, 7/5-8/17
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Chicago Shakespeare Theater brings the humor and magic of Dr. Seuss to life onstage this summer in the Broadway musical comedy Seussical for young audiences and their families. Directed by Scott Weinstein with musical direction by Michael Mahler, Seussical will be performed July 5 through August 17 in CST's Courtyard Theater.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Chicago Shakespeare Theater brings the humor and magic of Dr. Seuss to life onstage this summer in the Broadway musical comedy Seussical for young audiences and their families. Directed by Scott Weinstein with musical direction by Michael Mahler, Seussical will be performed July 5 through August 17 in CST's Courtyard Theater.
BOUNCERS to Open 4/17 at The Public House Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
At the gates of our favorite bars and nightclubs are the Sentinels who stand between ourselves and utter chaos. But what goes on in the minds and nights of those imposing guards that give their lives to save us from ourselves? John Godber's high-octane hit 'Bouncers' comes to The Public House Theatre, with four frenetic actors playing the quartet of doormen, as well as the dozens of denizens of the debauched Midnight Circus.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
At the gates of our favorite bars and nightclubs are the Sentinels who stand between ourselves and utter chaos. But what goes on in the minds and nights of those imposing guards that give their lives to save us from ourselves? John Godber's high-octane hit 'Bouncers' comes to The Public House Theatre, with four frenetic actors playing the quartet of doormen, as well as the dozens of denizens of the debauched Midnight Circus.
Photo Flash: First Look at the World Premiere of SALVAGE at First Folio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
First Folio Theatre (Mayslake Peabody Estate, 31st St. & Rt. 83) presents the World Premiere of the new drama SALVAGE by Joseph Zettelmaier, running now through April 27, 2014. The highly anticipated production is directed by Jeff Award nominee and First Folio Theatre favorite Alison C. Vesely. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
First Folio Theatre (Mayslake Peabody Estate, 31st St. & Rt. 83) presents the World Premiere of the new drama SALVAGE by Joseph Zettelmaier, running now through April 27, 2014. The highly anticipated production is directed by Jeff Award nominee and First Folio Theatre favorite Alison C. Vesely. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Danielle Pinnock's THE BODY IMAGE PROJECT Opens 4/18 at Gorilla Tango
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Award-winning actor and playwright Danielle Pinnock will perform her one-woman show 'The Body Image Project' this April at Gorilla Tango Bucktown. Directed by 'El Stories' creator Thomas Murray, performances of 'The Body Image Project' run Friday and Saturday April 18 and 19, Thursday and Friday April 24 and 25, 2014 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 4:30 pm. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at gorillatango.com/bucktown or by calling 773-598-4549.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Award-winning actor and playwright Danielle Pinnock will perform her one-woman show 'The Body Image Project' this April at Gorilla Tango Bucktown. Directed by 'El Stories' creator Thomas Murray, performances of 'The Body Image Project' run Friday and Saturday April 18 and 19, Thursday and Friday April 24 and 25, 2014 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 4:30 pm. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at gorillatango.com/bucktown or by calling 773-598-4549.
EYES AND EARS World Premiere to Open 4/17 at Gorilla Tango
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Mondisa Monde Productions has announced the world-premiere production 'Eyes and Ears: The Musical,' a musical that brings together deaf and hearing performers. Performances are Thursdays and Fridays April 17 through 25, 2014 at 6 pm and Saturdays April 19 and 26, 2014 at 12 pm. Saturday performances are followed by a talk back. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at gorillatango.com/bucktown or by calling 773-598-4549.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Mondisa Monde Productions has announced the world-premiere production 'Eyes and Ears: The Musical,' a musical that brings together deaf and hearing performers. Performances are Thursdays and Fridays April 17 through 25, 2014 at 6 pm and Saturdays April 19 and 26, 2014 at 12 pm. Saturday performances are followed by a talk back. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at gorillatango.com/bucktown or by calling 773-598-4549.
Kareem Bandealy Set for The Gift's OTHELLO
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
The Gift Theatre has announced that Kareem Bandealy will star as Othello and artistic director and ensemble member Michael Patrick Thornton will play villainous Iago in its production of William Shakespeare's tragedy Othello, directed by Jonathan Berry (Dirty). This marks The Gift Theatre's first Shakespeare production ever mounted in its intimate 40-seat theater and Berry's Shakespearean directorial debut.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
The Gift Theatre has announced that Kareem Bandealy will star as Othello and artistic director and ensemble member Michael Patrick Thornton will play villainous Iago in its production of William Shakespeare's tragedy Othello, directed by Jonathan Berry (Dirty). This marks The Gift Theatre's first Shakespeare production ever mounted in its intimate 40-seat theater and Berry's Shakespearean directorial debut.
ATC's HAIR, Helmed by Artistic Director PJ Paparelli, to Run 5/6-6/29
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
American Theater Company concludes the 2013-2014 Season with Hair, music & lyrics by James Rado & Gerome Ragni and music by Galt MacDermot. Hair will be directed by Artistic Director PJ Paparelli with Music Direction by Austin Cook, and will run May 6 - June 29, 2014 at American Theater Company, 1909 W Byron St, Chicago, IL. Press opening is Monday, May 5, at 7:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
American Theater Company concludes the 2013-2014 Season with Hair, music & lyrics by James Rado & Gerome Ragni and music by Galt MacDermot. Hair will be directed by Artistic Director PJ Paparelli with Music Direction by Austin Cook, and will run May 6 - June 29, 2014 at American Theater Company, 1909 W Byron St, Chicago, IL. Press opening is Monday, May 5, at 7:00 pm.
the side project and Tympanic Theatre Present World-Premiere Western SANDALWOOD, Now thru 4/20
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Tympanic Theatre Company and the side project are excited to announce their upcoming world premiere co-production of Sandalwood. Developed over the course of three years through a series of workshops, the script of Sandalwood is written by Dan Caffrey* and directed by Aaron Henrickson*. Sandalwood is performed at the side project (1439 W. Jarvis) today, March 28-April 20, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Tympanic Theatre Company and the side project are excited to announce their upcoming world premiere co-production of Sandalwood. Developed over the course of three years through a series of workshops, the script of Sandalwood is written by Dan Caffrey* and directed by Aaron Henrickson*. Sandalwood is performed at the side project (1439 W. Jarvis) today, March 28-April 20, 2014.
OverUnder Collective Opens OVER THE RIVER/UNDER THE TREES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Exploring themes of mental health, sensationalist journalism, and Confederate Generals, OverUnder Collective is pleased to announce its premiere production of 'Over the River/Under the Trees' by Ray Nelson starting tonight, March 28, 2014. 'Over the River/Under the Trees' runs Todays and Saturdays from March 28 through April 5, 2014 at 7:30 pm. All performances take place at Gorilla Tango Bucktown, 1919 N Milwaukee, Chicago IL, 60647. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at gorillatango.com/bucktown or by calling 773-598-4549.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Exploring themes of mental health, sensationalist journalism, and Confederate Generals, OverUnder Collective is pleased to announce its premiere production of 'Over the River/Under the Trees' by Ray Nelson starting tonight, March 28, 2014. 'Over the River/Under the Trees' runs Todays and Saturdays from March 28 through April 5, 2014 at 7:30 pm. All performances take place at Gorilla Tango Bucktown, 1919 N Milwaukee, Chicago IL, 60647. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at gorillatango.com/bucktown or by calling 773-598-4549.
JPAC Stages EVITA, Now thru 4/12
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Jedlicka Performing Arts Center welcomes spring with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's landmark Tony Award-winning musical drama EVITA, co-directed by Artistic Director Dante J. Orfei and Christopher Pazdernik with musical direction by John Warren and choreography by Christopher Pazdernik. EVITA plays today, March 28 - April 12, 2014 at the Jedlicka Performing Arts Center, 3801 S. Central Ave. in Cicero.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Jedlicka Performing Arts Center welcomes spring with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's landmark Tony Award-winning musical drama EVITA, co-directed by Artistic Director Dante J. Orfei and Christopher Pazdernik with musical direction by John Warren and choreography by Christopher Pazdernik. EVITA plays today, March 28 - April 12, 2014 at the Jedlicka Performing Arts Center, 3801 S. Central Ave. in Cicero.
Steppenwolf Auxiliary Council Hosts 2014 RED OR WHITE BALL Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Hundreds of Chicago's young arts supporters gather for a high-energy evening of music, dancing, cocktails, impressive local cuisine and auction at Steppenwolf Auxiliary Council's 2014 Red or White Ball tonight, March 28, 2014 at 9pm, with the highly anticipated VIP Reception beginning at 7:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2014
Hundreds of Chicago's young arts supporters gather for a high-energy evening of music, dancing, cocktails, impressive local cuisine and auction at Steppenwolf Auxiliary Council's 2014 Red or White Ball tonight, March 28, 2014 at 9pm, with the highly anticipated VIP Reception beginning at 7:30pm.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Pride Films & Plays' SONGS FROM AN UNMADE BED
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
Pride Films & Plays' next mainstage show is the Chicago premiere of Mark Campbell's musical revue Songs from an Unmade Bed, a love letter to gay men living in the city. Songs From An Unmade Bed is performed by Kevin Webb* and Jordan Phelps*, joined by understudies Jonas Davidow and Tommy Thurston on percussion, and is directed by Derek Van Barham*, under the music direction of Robert Ollis*. Scroll down for a look at the cast!
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
Pride Films & Plays' next mainstage show is the Chicago premiere of Mark Campbell's musical revue Songs from an Unmade Bed, a love letter to gay men living in the city. Songs From An Unmade Bed is performed by Kevin Webb* and Jordan Phelps*, joined by understudies Jonas Davidow and Tommy Thurston on percussion, and is directed by Derek Van Barham*, under the music direction of Robert Ollis*. Scroll down for a look at the cast!
American Blues Theater to Present GROUNDED, 6/6-7/13
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
Producing Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside and American Blues Theater, Chicago's second oldest Equity ensemble, are proud to announce the Chicago premiere of Grounded, by George Brant and directed by Lisa Portes, June 6 - July 13 at the Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave. The running time is approximately 80 minutes. Pink Previews, where tickets sales benefit the Lynn Sage Foundation for breast cancer research, are Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 8 at 2:30 p.m. Opening Night is Thursday, June 12 at 7 p.m. The performance schedule is Thursdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $19 - $49 and are available at 773.404.7336 or americanbluestheater.com.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
Producing Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside and American Blues Theater, Chicago's second oldest Equity ensemble, are proud to announce the Chicago premiere of Grounded, by George Brant and directed by Lisa Portes, June 6 - July 13 at the Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave. The running time is approximately 80 minutes. Pink Previews, where tickets sales benefit the Lynn Sage Foundation for breast cancer research, are Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 8 at 2:30 p.m. Opening Night is Thursday, June 12 at 7 p.m. The performance schedule is Thursdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $19 - $49 and are available at 773.404.7336 or americanbluestheater.com.
Shattered Globe's MILL FIRE Runs 4/24-6/7 at Theater Wit
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
Shattered Globe Theatre concludes its 22nd season with Sally Nemeth's searing drama MILL FIRE, directed by Producing Artistic Director Sandy Shinner, playing April 24 - June 7, 2014 at its new artistic home Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Tickets for MILL FIRE are available at www.theaterwit.org, in person at the Theater Wit Box Office or by calling (773) 975-8150. The press performances are Sunday, April 27 at 3 pm and 7 pm.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
Shattered Globe Theatre concludes its 22nd season with Sally Nemeth's searing drama MILL FIRE, directed by Producing Artistic Director Sandy Shinner, playing April 24 - June 7, 2014 at its new artistic home Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Tickets for MILL FIRE are available at www.theaterwit.org, in person at the Theater Wit Box Office or by calling (773) 975-8150. The press performances are Sunday, April 27 at 3 pm and 7 pm.
First Floor Theater's TOLLBOOTH: A CLOWN SHOW Runs 4/24-5/18
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
First Floor Theater will present the world premiere of TOLLBOOTH: A CLOWN SHOW, a clown and object theater piece for all ages. The show will be performed at the Humboldt Park Field House West Gym from April 24-May 18, 2014. Tickets for TOLLBOOTH: A CLOWN SHOW will be available at firstfloortheater.com. The press opening will be April 24, 2014 at 7pm.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
First Floor Theater will present the world premiere of TOLLBOOTH: A CLOWN SHOW, a clown and object theater piece for all ages. The show will be performed at the Humboldt Park Field House West Gym from April 24-May 18, 2014. Tickets for TOLLBOOTH: A CLOWN SHOW will be available at firstfloortheater.com. The press opening will be April 24, 2014 at 7pm.
ALL MY SONS, DIVIDING THE ESTATE & More Set for Raven Theatre's 2014-15 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
Raven Theatre's 32nd Season, under the theme 'Family Business,' will include four plays exploring the nature of family ties, according to Producing Artistic Director Michael Menendian and Co-Artistic Director JoAnn Montemurro.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
Raven Theatre's 32nd Season, under the theme 'Family Business,' will include four plays exploring the nature of family ties, according to Producing Artistic Director Michael Menendian and Co-Artistic Director JoAnn Montemurro.
About Face and Silk Road Presents BRAHMAN/I: A ONE-HIJRA STAND UP COMEDY SHOW, Now thru 4/27
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
About Face Theatre and Silk Road Rising are pleased to present the Chicago premiere of Brahman/i: A One-Hijra Stand Up Comedy Show, by Aditi Brennan Kapil, directed by AFT Artistic Director Andrew Volkoff. This bold, comic exploration of cultural and gender identity plays today, March 27 - April 27, 2014 at Silk Road Rising, Pierce Hall at the Historic Chicago Temple Building, 77 W. Washington St. in Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
About Face Theatre and Silk Road Rising are pleased to present the Chicago premiere of Brahman/i: A One-Hijra Stand Up Comedy Show, by Aditi Brennan Kapil, directed by AFT Artistic Director Andrew Volkoff. This bold, comic exploration of cultural and gender identity plays today, March 27 - April 27, 2014 at Silk Road Rising, Pierce Hall at the Historic Chicago Temple Building, 77 W. Washington St. in Chicago.
Michael Patrick Thornton Returns to The Gift Theatre in THINNER THAN WATER Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
The Gift Theatre Artistic Director Michael Patrick Thornton announces the Chicago premiere of Thinner Than Water written by Melissa Ross and directed by The Gift ensemble member John Gawlik (2013 Jeff Award winner for When the Rain Stops Falling at Circle Theatre). The production marks Thornton's return to The Gift main stage since ensemble member Andrew Hinderaker's Jeff Nominated Dirty in 2012. Thornton recently appeared in Les Waters' production of Our Town at Actors Theatre of Louisville. Thornton joins guest artists Donna McGough (last seen in Coriolanus with The Hypocrites) and Darci Nalepa (Dirty) and fellow Gift ensemble members Brittany Burch (The Lonesome West), Paul D'Addario (One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest), Gabriel Franken (Broadsword), Lynda Newton (Absolute Hell) and Jay Worthington (Vigils).
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2014
The Gift Theatre Artistic Director Michael Patrick Thornton announces the Chicago premiere of Thinner Than Water written by Melissa Ross and directed by The Gift ensemble member John Gawlik (2013 Jeff Award winner for When the Rain Stops Falling at Circle Theatre). The production marks Thornton's return to The Gift main stage since ensemble member Andrew Hinderaker's Jeff Nominated Dirty in 2012. Thornton recently appeared in Les Waters' production of Our Town at Actors Theatre of Louisville. Thornton joins guest artists Donna McGough (last seen in Coriolanus with The Hypocrites) and Darci Nalepa (Dirty) and fellow Gift ensemble members Brittany Burch (The Lonesome West), Paul D'Addario (One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest), Gabriel Franken (Broadsword), Lynda Newton (Absolute Hell) and Jay Worthington (Vigils).
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for March 26th, 2014
by Paul W. Thompson - March 26, 2014
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Cats' and 'Les Miserables' open in major suburban productions, a world premiere from Hershey Felder, a Chicago premiere from Pride Films And Plays, 'Carnival' spins, Harms and Scrofano feted, season announcements from Porchlight, Williams Street and Milwaukee Skylight, and more!
by Paul W. Thompson - March 26, 2014
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Cats' and 'Les Miserables' open in major suburban productions, a world premiere from Hershey Felder, a Chicago premiere from Pride Films And Plays, 'Carnival' spins, Harms and Scrofano feted, season announcements from Porchlight, Williams Street and Milwaukee Skylight, and more!
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