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The Sarah Siddons Society Announces Performers for 2024 Award Ceremony

The Sarah Siddons Society Announces Performers for 2024 Award Ceremony

by BWW News Desk — October 9, 2024
The Sarah Siddons Society will present its 2024 Award to Tony Award-winner and eight-time nominee Kelli O'Hara, whose numerous Broadway credits include The King and I, Days of Wine and Roses, Kiss Me Kate, The Bridges of Madison County, Nice Work if You Can Get It, South Pacific, The Paja
Karen Slack, Lyric Unlimited's Artist-In-Residence, To Present Three-Part Recital Ser

Karen Slack, Lyric Unlimited's Artist-In-Residence, To Present Three-Part Recital Series

by BWW News Desk — October 9, 2024
Karen Slack, Lyric Unlimited's Artist-In-Residence, will present a three-part recital series exploring diverse musical genres and themes, offering audiences a unique musical experience.
Cast Set For FALSETTOS at Court Theatre

Cast Set For FALSETTOS at Court Theatre

by BWW News Desk — October 9, 2024
Court Theatre and TimeLine Theatre Company will present William Finn and James Lapine’s Falsettos, a tribute to family and its many forms; a playful interrogation of faith and identity; and a celebration of the beauty, complexity, and necessity of love.
Destinos, 7th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival Reveals Two Upcoming Limi

Destinos, 7th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival Reveals Two Upcoming Limited Engagements

by BWW News Desk — October 9, 2024
​​​​​​​Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) and the Chicago Latino Theater Alliance (CLATA) will present two international limited engagements in partnership as part of Destinos, 7th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival, a cultural high point of our city's Latino Heritage Month
Mandala Will Present CROSSROADS: QAWWALI & GOSPEL

Mandala Will Present CROSSROADS: QAWWALI & GOSPEL

by BWW News Desk — October 9, 2024
Mandala South Asian Performing Arts will present musicians Sonny with Riyaaz Qawwali  and Seaux Chill  in At Crossroads: Qawwali & Gospel, a performance integrating Black American gospel music with South Asian Qawwali, a devotional musical tradition rooted in Sufi Islam.
Cast Set For THE COMEDIANS at Chicago's Raven Theatre Company

Cast Set For THE COMEDIANS at Chicago's Raven Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — October 9, 2024
Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company announced the cast and production team for the limited engagement World Premiere of Philip Dawkins’ THE COMEDIANS, running November 14 - 24, 2024 and directed by Colm Summers.
Ali Siddiq Comes to The Chicago Theatre in 2025

Ali Siddiq Comes to The Chicago Theatre in 2025

by BWW News Desk — October 9, 2024
Stand-up comedian and public speaker Ali Siddiq will return to The Chicago Theatre on Saturday, May 10, 2025, as part of his “In The Shadows” tour.
PILOT ISLAND & HER KEEPERS Comes to The Den Theatre Next Month

PILOT ISLAND & HER KEEPERS Comes to The Den Theatre Next Month

by BWW News Desk — October 9, 2024
After their critically acclaimed fifth season, The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) 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.
Tickets to THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER at Chicago's CIBC Theatre On Sale Tomorrow

Tickets to THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER at Chicago's CIBC Theatre On Sale Tomorrow

by BWW News Desk — October 8, 2024
THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER will return to Chicago this holiday season, blending Tchaikovsky's classic score with hip-hop choreography.
BWW Q&A: James Vincent Meredith on NOISES OFF at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

BWW Q&A: James Vincent Meredith on NOISES OFF at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

by Joshua Wright — October 8, 2024
​​​​​​​Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the nation’s premier ensemble theater company, is pleased to open its 49th season with a revival of Michael Frayn’s classic comedy Noises Off, directed by Tony Award-winning ensemble member Anna D.
NITZ/HOWE EXPERIENCE Cabaret Show to Celebrate 25th Anniversary at Davenport's

NITZ/HOWE EXPERIENCE Cabaret Show to Celebrate 25th Anniversary at Davenport's

by BWW News Desk — October 8, 2024
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the NITZ/HOWE EXPERIENCE, Chicago's longest-running cabaret show, featuring Daryl Nitz and George Howe with vocal impressions and audience participation every Saturday.
Spotlight: ELSA LANCHESTER: SHE'S ALIVE! at Venus Cabaret Theater

Spotlight: ELSA LANCHESTER: SHE'S ALIVE! at Venus Cabaret Theater

by BWW Special Offer — October 8, 2024
The Bride of Frankenstein Invades Chicago!
The Joffrey Ballet Welcomes Four New Dancers To The Company

The Joffrey Ballet Welcomes Four New Dancers To The Company

by BWW News Desk — October 8, 2024
The Mary B.
Deeply Rooted Welcomes Dance Ed Director Kelli David-Low

Deeply Rooted Welcomes Dance Ed Director Kelli David-Low

by BWW News Desk — October 8, 2024
Deeply Rooted Dance Theater has announced the appointment of Kelli David-Low as Dance Education Director, a development that is facilitating the return of several training programs and community-based program offerings.
Chicago Dance Health Fund Hosts Day Of Dance Health

Chicago Dance Health Fund Hosts Day Of Dance Health

by BWW News Desk — October 8, 2024
Chicago Dance Health Fund, which supports the health and wellness of Chicago’s professional dance community, hosts Day of Dance Health, a day of learning, community, and connection, on Monday, October 21, 2024, 9–5 p.
Jacqueline Novak Returns To The Den Theatre This Month

Jacqueline Novak Returns To The Den Theatre This Month

by BWW News Desk — October 7, 2024
Comedian Jacqueline Novak is set to perform at The Den Theatre on October 17, 2024.
ALTON BROWN LIFE: LAST BITE Is Coming To Chicago This November

ALTON BROWN LIFE: LAST BITE Is Coming To Chicago This November

by BWW News Desk — October 7, 2024
ALTON BROWN LIFE: LAST BITE is set to entertain audiences in Chicago with a blend of comedy, cooking, and music.
FRANKENSTEIN Adds Performance At Chicago's Studebaker Theater

FRANKENSTEIN Adds Performance At Chicago's Studebaker Theater

by BWW News Desk — October 7, 2024
Chicago's historic Fine Arts Building and Studebaker Theater has announced their Halloween co-production of Manual Cinema's acclaimed Frankenstein has added an additional performance due to popular demand on Saturday, October 26.
Kerfuffle Announces Cast And Crew For World Premiere Production Of BOOKSWORMS

Kerfuffle Announces Cast And Crew For World Premiere Production Of BOOKSWORMS

by BWW News Desk — October 7, 2024
Kerfuffle announced the cast and crew for the world premiere of BOOKWORMS, a multi-sensory play for children aged 3-6, opening November 10 at Harold Washington Library's Family Fun Day.
About Face Theatre To Host Anniversary Benefit To Kick Off 30th Season

About Face Theatre To Host Anniversary Benefit To Kick Off 30th Season

by BWW News Desk — October 7, 2024
About Face Theatre has announced plans for a 30th anniversary party and fundraiser on November 7 at Venue West in West Town.
Kokandy Productions Announces AMELIE, JEKYLL & HYDE And More for 2025 Season

Kokandy Productions Announces AMELIE, JEKYLL & HYDE And More for 2025 Season

by BWW News Desk — October 7, 2024
Kokandy Productions has announced its 2025 season, including two fully-produced musicals and the Chicago Musical Theatre Festival.
AMELIE, JEKYLL & HYDE Set For Kokandy Productions 2025 Season

AMELIE, JEKYLL & HYDE Set For Kokandy Productions 2025 Season

by Joshua Wright — October 7, 2024
Kokandy Productions announced today its 2025 season, including two fully-produced musicals and the Chicago Musical Theatre Festival.
Gary John Miller to Bring One-Man Show (ALMOST) ROCKY to the Black Out Cabaret

Gary John Miller to Bring One-Man Show (ALMOST) ROCKY to the Black Out Cabaret

by BWW News Desk — October 7, 2024
What happens when life keeps knocking you down, but you’re determined to keep getting back up? Find out when Gary John Miller will bring his hilarious and moving one-man show, (Almost) Rocky, to the Black Out Cabaret at Chicago's Second City Theater.
Artemisia Theatre to Present the WEWOMEN PLAY FESTIVAL in November

Artemisia Theatre to Present the WEWOMEN PLAY FESTIVAL in November

by BWW News Desk — October 7, 2024
Artemisia Theatre will present the WeWomen Play Festival, showcasing six feminist playwrights from Chicagoland.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Comes to Beverly Theatre Guild

THE ADDAMS FAMILY Comes to Beverly Theatre Guild

by BWW News Desk — October 7, 2024
The Beverly Theatre Guild has announced its upcoming fall production, The Addams Family – A New Musical Comedy.

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