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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.
Red Theater to Present DOGS, A World Premiere By Hanna Kime, in November

Red Theater to Present DOGS, A World Premiere By Hanna Kime, in November

by BWW News Desk — October 5, 2024
Red Theater will open the 24/25 season with the world premiere of Chicago playwright Hanna Kime's DOGS, directed by Becca Holloway, running November 1 - 24, 2024 at The Edge Off Broadway in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood.
Cast Announced for Citadel Theatre's DAMES AT SEA

Cast Announced for Citadel Theatre's DAMES AT SEA

by BWW News Desk — October 5, 2024
Citadel Theatre has announced the cast and crew for DAMES AT SEA, running from November 13 to December 15.
PrideArts to Stage Adult Holiday Panto THROBBIN WOOD Beginning Next Month

PrideArts to Stage Adult Holiday Panto THROBBIN WOOD Beginning Next Month

by BWW News Desk — October 5, 2024
PrideArts has announced the cast and production team for the adult holiday panto THROBBIN WOOD, running from November 15 to December 15, 2024.
Lifeline Theatre Announces New Producing Director Leadership Structure With 2024-25 M

Lifeline Theatre Announces New Producing Director Leadership Structure With 2024-25 Mainstage Season

by BWW News Desk — October 4, 2024
Lifeline Theatre's Board of Directors has announced that it will launch a new ‘Producing Director' structure with the start of its 2024-25 MainStage season.
See SWEENEY TODD in Concert and THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at The Center for Perfo

See SWEENEY TODD in Concert and THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at The Center for Performing Arts

by BWW News Desk — October 4, 2024
Experience spine-tingling performances at The Center for Performing Arts this October with SWEENEY TODD in concert and THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW featuring a live shadow cast.
Visceral Dance Chicago's Fall Engagement Will Feature Three World Premieres

Visceral Dance Chicago's Fall Engagement Will Feature Three World Premieres

by BWW News Desk — October 4, 2024
Visceral Dance Chicago - a contemporary dance company that is constantly pursuing a deeper focus of intent that continues to challenge audience expectations – will host its Fall Engagement – November 21 - 23, 2024 at 7:30p.
Chicago Magic Lounge Reveals Holiday Season Lineup of Programming

Chicago Magic Lounge Reveals Holiday Season Lineup of Programming

by BWW News Desk — October 3, 2024
Chicago Magic Lounge, Chicago’s home for close-up magic, unveiled its specially-curated lineup of shows this holiday season, from spooky mischief to dazzling sleight of hand.
Interview: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD National Tour's Emmet Smith

Interview: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD National Tour's Emmet Smith

by Rachel Weinberg — October 3, 2024
Emmet Smith stars as Albus Potter, Harry Potter’s middle son and the play’s protagonist, in the national tour of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD.
American Blues Theater's MISERY and THE LAST WIDE OPEN Now Playing

American Blues Theater's MISERY and THE LAST WIDE OPEN Now Playing

by BWW News Desk — October 3, 2024
American Blues Theater currently has two productions playing simultaneously—Misery by William Goldman, and the World Premiere Polish version on The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly.
Cast Set For CAESAR'S CIRCUS at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts

Cast Set For CAESAR'S CIRCUS at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts

by BWW News Desk — October 3, 2024
“Caesar’s Circus,” an all-new show starring one of Chicago’s most beloved performers, Frank Ferrante, announces its full cast that includes a diverse array of performers from a variety of locales specializing in juggling, contortionism, singing, aerial acrobatics, clowning and more.
THAT'S WEIRD, GRANDMA: A HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR! to Play The Neo-Futurist Theater in Dec

THAT'S WEIRD, GRANDMA: A HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR! to Play The Neo-Futurist Theater in December

by BWW News Desk — October 2, 2024
PlayMakers Laboratory will welcome back its original sketch show That's Weird, Grandma: A Holiday Spectacular from December 12 – 15, 2024 at the Neo-Futurist Theater.
Full Cast Set for CAESAR'S CIRCUS Starring Frank Ferrante at the North Shore Center f

Full Cast Set for CAESAR'S CIRCUS Starring Frank Ferrante at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts

by BWW News Desk — October 2, 2024
“Caesar’s Circus,” an all-new show starring one of Chicago’s most beloved performers, Frank Ferrante, revealed its full cast at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts.
David Drake's THE NIGHT LARRY KRAMER KISSED ME to be Presented at Three Crows

David Drake's THE NIGHT LARRY KRAMER KISSED ME to be Presented at Three Crows

by BWW News Desk — October 2, 2024
Three Crows will present an immersive production of David Drake's THE NIGHT LARRY KRAMER KISSED ME, directed by Daniel Sappington and featuring Elijah Cox.
BLUE MAN GROUP to Offer 40% Off Tickets Through Drumtober Deal

BLUE MAN GROUP to Offer 40% Off Tickets Through Drumtober Deal

by BWW News Desk — October 1, 2024
BLUE MAN GROUP in Chicago will present a special Drumtober deal offering 40% off tickets.
Survey Finds Chicago's Small Arts Organizations Thriving

Survey Finds Chicago's Small Arts Organizations Thriving

by Joshua Wright — October 1, 2024
A new survey by the Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation (GDDF) reveals that Chicago's small arts organizations are thriving artistically, employing over 4,500 artists and presenting more than 1,800 productions, exhibitions, concerts, and special events annually.
Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards

Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards

by BWW News Desk — October 1, 2024
The winners have been announced for the 2024 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards, more commonly known as the Equity Jeff Awards.
Video: Watch a Scene From NOISES OFF at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

Video: Watch a Scene From NOISES OFF at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

by Stephi Wild — October 1, 2024
 Steppenwolf Theatre Company opens its 49th season with a revival of Michael Frayn’s classic comedy Noises Off, directed by Tony Award-winning ensemble member Anna D.
Willie Nelson Tribute Comes to Raue Center For The Arts in November

Willie Nelson Tribute Comes to Raue Center For The Arts in November

by BWW News Desk — October 1, 2024
 Raue Center For The Arts in Crystal Lake, IL has announced an upcoming show that will transport you to the heart of country music - “Willie & Family Live: Michael Moore’s tribute to Willie Nelson.
Lookingglass Theatre Names Jamey Lundblad as Managing Director & Richard Chapman as N

Lookingglass Theatre Names Jamey Lundblad as Managing Director & Richard Chapman as New Board Chair

by BWW News Desk — September 30, 2024
Chicago’s Tony Award-winning Lookingglass Theatre Company has named Jamey Lundblad as its new managing director.
The Outer Loop to Present the Return of TALK HARD CHICAGO Monthly Event

The Outer Loop to Present the Return of TALK HARD CHICAGO Monthly Event

by BWW News Desk — September 30, 2024
The Outer Loop will present the return of Talk Hard Chicago, a monthly event starting October 7th, featuring new and in-progress works from diverse artists.
EXORCIST Operetta Comes To Chicago in October

EXORCIST Operetta Comes To Chicago in October

by BWW News Desk — September 29, 2024
Join songwriter and comedian Eli Pasic on October 25th at PianoForte Chicago for his one-man musical comedy, THE EXORCIST: AN OPERETTA.
HOLY GHOST BINGO Comes To Two Chicago Area Theaters This Halloween Season

HOLY GHOST BINGO Comes To Two Chicago Area Theaters This Halloween Season

by BWW News Desk — September 28, 2024
Holy Ghost Bingo: God, Goblins, & Games, will come to the Beverly Arts Center for one performance only, Friday, October 18, and to the Madison Street Theater in Oak Park, on Sunday, October 27.

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