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Beverly Theatre Guild's Announces Cast of THE ADDAMS FAMILY

Beverly Theatre Guild's Announces Cast of THE ADDAMS FAMILY

by BWW News Desk — September 27, 2024
Beverly Theatre Guild has announced the cast for their upcoming production of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, featuring a mix of local talent.
Spotlight: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at STOLP ISLAND THEATRE

Spotlight: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at STOLP ISLAND THEATRE

by BWW Special Offer — September 27, 2024
Everyone's loving Paramount's Million Dollar Quartet!
NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Extends at Writers Theatre

NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Extends at Writers Theatre

by BWW News Desk — September 27, 2024
Writers Theatre is extending its hit production of Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, written by Dave Malloy and directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with music direction by Matt Deitchman.
Review: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD National Tour Premiere

Review: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD National Tour Premiere

by Rachel Weinberg — September 27, 2024
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is three hours of nostalgia-fueled, utterly captivating theater.
Photos: Steppenwolf Celebrates Opening Night of NOISES OFF

Photos: Steppenwolf Celebrates Opening Night of NOISES OFF

by BWW News Desk — September 27, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has officially opened its 49th season with a revival of Michael Frayn’s classic comedy Noises Off.
SPIDER-MAN: ACCROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE LIVE IN CONCERT Begins Tomorrow in Chicago

SPIDER-MAN: ACCROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE LIVE IN CONCERT Begins Tomorrow in Chicago

by BWW News Desk — September 27, 2024
The highly anticipated sequel: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert will run in Chicago with a lottery! It will have a strictly limited engagement of 2 performances at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre.
Teatro ZinZanni Extends Current Production Starring Locally Renowned Artist Liv Warfi

Teatro ZinZanni Extends Current Production Starring Locally Renowned Artist Liv Warfield

by BWW News Desk — September 27, 2024
Teatro ZinZanni's production, which opened in May 2024 and has been receiving critical acclaim, has now announced an extension through December 31 due to overwhelming demand!
Celebrate Fall With Seasonal Programming At Premier Destinations In Chicago's Oak Bro

Celebrate Fall With Seasonal Programming At Premier Destinations In Chicago's Oak Brook Suburb

by BWW News Desk — September 26, 2024
Discover fall events and activities in Oak Brook, Chicago, including seasonal programming at premier destinations.
This Halloween, Dennis Watkins Presents THE SPIRIT CABINET At The Magic Parlour

This Halloween, Dennis Watkins Presents THE SPIRIT CABINET At The Magic Parlour

by BWW News Desk — September 26, 2024
The Magic Parlour announced special Halloween performances featuring Latine magicians throughout October.
Steppenwolf Theatre to Present World Premiere of LEROY AND LUCY This Fall

Steppenwolf Theatre to Present World Premiere of LEROY AND LUCY This Fall

by BWW News Desk — September 26, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 49th season with the world premiere of Ngozi Anyanwu's Leroy and Lucy, a bluesy and seductive play with music, directed by Awoye Timpo.
ComEd and League of Chicago Theatres Award More Than $200,000 to 18 Local Arts Organi

ComEd and League of Chicago Theatres Award More Than $200,000 to 18 Local Arts Organizations

by Joshua Wright — September 26, 2024
In a continued effort to broaden access to arts and culture across northern Illinois, ComEd and the League of Chicago Theatres today announced the distribution of more than $200,000 in grants to 18 local arts organizations.
CIRCA Pintig to Celebrate 33 Years Of Filipino American Theatre With Festival Of Play

CIRCA Pintig to Celebrate 33 Years Of Filipino American Theatre With Festival Of Plays

by BWW News Desk — September 26, 2024
CIRCA Pintig will present a three-weekend festival of plays from October 11 to 26, 2024, celebrating Filipino American History Month with themes of identity, heritage, and social justice in Chicago.
Claybourne Elder to Perform at The Big Gay Cabaret Series in October

Claybourne Elder to Perform at The Big Gay Cabaret Series in October

by BWW News Desk — September 26, 2024
Claybourne Elder, star of COMPANY and HBO's THE GILDED AGE, will present 'I Wanna Be Bad,' a cabaret and stand-up show exploring sex, fatherhood, and more with music from Sondheim, the Great American Songbook, and Whitney Houston at The Big Gay Cabaret Series at The Mercury Theater's Venus Cabaret.
Video:  Beethoven's FIDELIO at Lyric Opera of Chicago

Video: Beethoven's FIDELIO at Lyric Opera of Chicago

by BWW News Desk — September 26, 2024
Ludwig van Beethoven's Fidelio will return to the Lyric stage for the first time in 20 years, running September 26 to October 10.
Oil Lamp Theatre Extends FIRST DATE

Oil Lamp Theatre Extends FIRST DATE

by BWW News Desk — September 26, 2024
Oil Lamp Theater’s production of the musical comedy First Date, with a book by Austin Winsberg and music and lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner, is now extended through October 27.
The Andersonville Chamber Of Commerce Presents ANDERSONVILLE ARTS WEEKEND

The Andersonville Chamber Of Commerce Presents ANDERSONVILLE ARTS WEEKEND

by BWW News Desk — September 25, 2024
The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce has announced the dates for ANDERSONVILLE ARTS WEEKEND, taking place from October 4 to 6, 2024, featuring local artists, performances, and community events.
Unexpected Theatre Company's 7 MINUTES TO LIVE Extended At Chicago Dramatists 

Unexpected Theatre Company's 7 MINUTES TO LIVE Extended At Chicago Dramatists 

by BWW News Desk — September 25, 2024
UNEXPECTED THEATRE COMPANY has announced the extension of 7 MINUTES TO LIVE.
The Den Theatre Announces December Comedy Shows

The Den Theatre Announces December Comedy Shows

by BWW News Desk — September 25, 2024
The Den Theatre has announced its lineup of December comedy shows, featuring performances by Anna Przy and more.
Illinois Arts Council Announces Fiscal Year 2025 Creative Accelerator Fund Guidelines

Illinois Arts Council Announces Fiscal Year 2025 Creative Accelerator Fund Guidelines And Application

by BWW News Desk — September 25, 2024
The Illinois Arts Council has announced the release of the Creative Accelerator Fund (CAF).
Chicago Premiere of SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN to be Presented at A Red Orchi

Chicago Premiere of SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN to be Presented at A Red Orchid Theatre

by BWW News Desk — September 25, 2024
A Red Orchid Theatre will present SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN, directed by Ensemble Member dado.
MEDEA MATERIAL Returns to Trap Door Theatre Next Month

MEDEA MATERIAL Returns to Trap Door Theatre Next Month

by BWW News Desk — September 25, 2024
 Trap Door Theatre will continue its 31st season of repertory and mainstage combined work with a remount of the Trap Door favorite of Medea Material featuring a new cast of stellar Trap Door ensemble members.
Review: THE OUTSIDERS at The Home Creative Co.

Review: THE OUTSIDERS at The Home Creative Co.

by Zac Thriffiley — September 25, 2024
Despite some moving performances from the supporting cast, seasoned fans of and newcomers to THE OUTSIDERS may be underwhelmed by a production whose various elements leave it struggling to “stay golden.
Phil Vassar Returns To Raue Center In November

Phil Vassar Returns To Raue Center In November

by BWW News Desk — September 24, 2024
Country music star Phil Vassar has announced his return to Raue Center for a live performance.
Charlie Berens Is Coming To The UIS Performing Arts Center In February

Charlie Berens Is Coming To The UIS Performing Arts Center In February

by BWW News Desk — September 24, 2024
Charlie Berens has announced a performance at the UIS Performing Arts Center on February 2nd.
AIN'T TOO PROUD is Now Playing at the CIBC Theatre in Chicago

AIN'T TOO PROUD is Now Playing at the CIBC Theatre in Chicago

by BWW News Desk — September 24, 2024
Broadway In Chicago is presenting the return of the Broadway smash hit musical AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, currently playing a one week engagement.

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