Video: The Cast of CHOIR OF MAN At Apollo Theatre Performs 'Escape (The Pina Colada Song)'
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2024
See first look video of the Chicago engagement of The Choir of Man, now playing at the Apollo Theatre. Check out the cast singing Escape (The Pina Colada Song) by Rupert Holmes!
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2024
See first look video of the Chicago engagement of The Choir of Man, now playing at the Apollo Theatre. Check out the cast singing Escape (The Pina Colada Song) by Rupert Holmes!
Hell In A Handbag Presents POOR PEOPLE! The Parody Musical At The Chopin Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2024
Catch the hilarious parody musical POOR PEOPLE! presented by Hell in a Handbag at The Chopin Theatre from May 2 to June 16, 2024.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2024
Catch the hilarious parody musical POOR PEOPLE! presented by Hell in a Handbag at The Chopin Theatre from May 2 to June 16, 2024.
Multi-Platinum-Selling Group America to Perform at The Chicago Theatre in July
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2024
America, the iconic multi-platinum-selling group, will perform at The Chicago Theatre this Summer. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2024
America, the iconic multi-platinum-selling group, will perform at The Chicago Theatre this Summer. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
JERSEY BOYS Extends Run at Mercury Theater Through Late July
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2024
Mercury Theater has revealed additional dates for the first built-in Chicago Production of Jersey Boys. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2024
Mercury Theater has revealed additional dates for the first built-in Chicago Production of Jersey Boys. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Watch 'Nume custode e vindice' from Verdi's AIDA at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Joshua Wright - April 02, 2024
Watch as inn Act One of Verdi's AIDA, the high priest Ramfis (Önay Köse in his Lyric debut) calls on the gods to protect Egypt as they prepare for battle in Lyric Opera's production of the beloved opera. Check out the video!
by Joshua Wright - April 02, 2024
Watch as inn Act One of Verdi's AIDA, the high priest Ramfis (Önay Köse in his Lyric debut) calls on the gods to protect Egypt as they prepare for battle in Lyric Opera's production of the beloved opera. Check out the video!
Roger Q. Mason's LAVENDER MEN To Receive Chicago Premiere With About Face Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2024
Experience the Chicago premiere of Roger Q. Mason's LAVENDER MEN presented by About Face Theatre. Learn when and where you can see the production, and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2024
Experience the Chicago premiere of Roger Q. Mason's LAVENDER MEN presented by About Face Theatre. Learn when and where you can see the production, and learn how to purchase tickets.
Chicago Movement Collective and Winifred Haun & Dancers to Present PERSISTENT SPRING
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2024
Experience the captivating performance of PERSISTENT SPRING, a collaborative dance presentation by Chicago Movement Collective and Winifred Haun & Dancers.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2024
Experience the captivating performance of PERSISTENT SPRING, a collaborative dance presentation by Chicago Movement Collective and Winifred Haun & Dancers.
Video: Get a First Look at Steppenwolf Theatre's PURPOSE
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is continuing its 48th season with the world premiere of Purpose. Check out footage!
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is continuing its 48th season with the world premiere of Purpose. Check out footage!
Steppenwolf's PURPOSE & More Lead Chicago's April 2024 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - April 01, 2024
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2024 include Steppenwolf's Purpose, Lyric Opera of Chicago's AIDA and more.
by Team BWW - April 01, 2024
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2024 include Steppenwolf's Purpose, Lyric Opera of Chicago's AIDA and more.
Alexandra Billings, Honey West, and Claybourne Elder Set For Ginger Minj's BIG GAY CABARET SERIES
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2024
The Big Gay Cabaret Series presented by Ginger Minj has announced performance dates for Alexandra Billings & Honey West and Broadway's Claybourne Elder.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2024
The Big Gay Cabaret Series presented by Ginger Minj has announced performance dates for Alexandra Billings & Honey West and Broadway's Claybourne Elder.
Review: PETER PAN National Tour Presented by Broadway In Chicago
by Zac Thriffiley - March 29, 2024
This newest adaptation of PETER PAN unquestionably corrects injustices that never should have been committed in the first place. But by flying Peter so enthusiastically into 2024, the creative team has stripped him and his story of some of their magic, making the boy who wouldn't grow up more out of touch than out of time.
by Zac Thriffiley - March 29, 2024
This newest adaptation of PETER PAN unquestionably corrects injustices that never should have been committed in the first place. But by flying Peter so enthusiastically into 2024, the creative team has stripped him and his story of some of their magic, making the boy who wouldn't grow up more out of touch than out of time.
Review: JERSEY BOYS at Mercury Theater Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - March 29, 2024
Mercury Theater Chicago has staged a “homegrown” production of JERSEY BOYS full of Chicago heart. The bio jukebox musical has graced Chicago tour stages over the years (in fact, I had a chuckle looking back at the review of the first national tour I wrote for my high school newspaper), but this is the first staging to showcase Chicago talent — and it definitely accomplishes that goal.
by Rachel Weinberg - March 29, 2024
Mercury Theater Chicago has staged a “homegrown” production of JERSEY BOYS full of Chicago heart. The bio jukebox musical has graced Chicago tour stages over the years (in fact, I had a chuckle looking back at the review of the first national tour I wrote for my high school newspaper), but this is the first staging to showcase Chicago talent — and it definitely accomplishes that goal.
The Physical Theater Festival Chicago Returns This July
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2024
Physical Theater Festival Chicago has announced the complete lineup for its 11th anniversary celebration, July 13 - 21.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2024
Physical Theater Festival Chicago has announced the complete lineup for its 11th anniversary celebration, July 13 - 21.
THE THANKSGIVING PLAY Comes to Steppenwolf Theatre Company This April
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 48th season with the Chicago premiere of Larissa FastHorse’s The Thanksgiving Play, a biting comedy about everything right, wrong and woke in America, directed by Jess McLeod.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 48th season with the Chicago premiere of Larissa FastHorse’s The Thanksgiving Play, a biting comedy about everything right, wrong and woke in America, directed by Jess McLeod.
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble Announces Retirement Of Managing Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2024
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble (BTE), the professional theater company in residence at the McAninch Arts Center (MAC), has announced that long-time Managing Artistic Director Connie Canaday Howard is wrapping up her 24- year tenure on June 30, 2024.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2024
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble (BTE), the professional theater company in residence at the McAninch Arts Center (MAC), has announced that long-time Managing Artistic Director Connie Canaday Howard is wrapping up her 24- year tenure on June 30, 2024.
Cast Set For NATIVE SON at Lifeline Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2024
Casting has been announced for Chicagoan Nambi E. Kelley’s adaptation of Richard Wright’s powerful introspection on race and justice like never before. Native Son runs at Lifeline Theatre, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave. in Rogers Park, from May 10 – June 30, 2024.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2024
Casting has been announced for Chicagoan Nambi E. Kelley’s adaptation of Richard Wright’s powerful introspection on race and justice like never before. Native Son runs at Lifeline Theatre, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave. in Rogers Park, from May 10 – June 30, 2024.
LA HAVANA MADRID Comes to Millennium Park This Summer
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2024
Collaboraction and Teatro Vista Productions will team to present a free, outdoor, staged concert version of Sandra Delgado’s smash hit La Havana Madrid, Friday, August 23, 2024 at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion as part of Millennium Park’s 20th Anniversary Season.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2024
Collaboraction and Teatro Vista Productions will team to present a free, outdoor, staged concert version of Sandra Delgado’s smash hit La Havana Madrid, Friday, August 23, 2024 at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion as part of Millennium Park’s 20th Anniversary Season.
Northlight Theatre Receives $3 Million Gift From The Finnegan Family
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2024
Northlight Theatre has announced a leadership gift from past President/Chairperson of the theatre’s Board of Trustees Paul Finnegan for its new theatre building at 1012-16 Church Street in downtown Evanston.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2024
Northlight Theatre has announced a leadership gift from past President/Chairperson of the theatre’s Board of Trustees Paul Finnegan for its new theatre building at 1012-16 Church Street in downtown Evanston.
Photos: Curious Theatre Branch's THE GOOD Starring Jenny Magnus Opens Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2024
Curious Theatre Branch continues its 35th anniversary season with a world premiere from Founding Co-Artistic Director Jenny Magnus, See photos from the production.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2024
Curious Theatre Branch continues its 35th anniversary season with a world premiere from Founding Co-Artistic Director Jenny Magnus, See photos from the production.
Christianee Porter Will Bring THE CHRISTI SHOW to the Den Theatre in July
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2024
The Den Theatre has announced a one-night-only performance of Christianee Porter’s “The Christi Show,” on Sunday July 21, 2024 at 7:15 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2024
The Den Theatre has announced a one-night-only performance of Christianee Porter’s “The Christi Show,” on Sunday July 21, 2024 at 7:15 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage.
THE LENNON PROJECT Comes to the Raue Center in June
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2024
SoundTracks Of A Generation will present 'The Lennon Project', a 100-minute retrospective of the songs and life of John Lennon, at Raue Center For The Arts on Saturday, June 15 at 7p.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2024
SoundTracks Of A Generation will present 'The Lennon Project', a 100-minute retrospective of the songs and life of John Lennon, at Raue Center For The Arts on Saturday, June 15 at 7p.
Christianee Porter's THE CHRISTI SHOW Comes To The Den Theatre In July
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2024
Catch Christianee Porter's hilarious The Christi Show at The Den Theatre on July 21. Don't miss the chance to witness this comedic sensation live on stage.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2024
Catch Christianee Porter's hilarious The Christi Show at The Den Theatre on July 21. Don't miss the chance to witness this comedic sensation live on stage.
A.B.L.E. Presents THE ODYSSEY At Chicago Shakespeare This May
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2024
Join A.B.L.E. at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater on May 11 for a modern reimagining of THE ODYSSEY, performed by a neurodiverse cast of 44 actors.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2024
Join A.B.L.E. at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater on May 11 for a modern reimagining of THE ODYSSEY, performed by a neurodiverse cast of 44 actors.
Video: Russell Thomas Performs 'Celeste Aida' from Verdi's AIDA at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Joshua Wright - March 27, 2024
Get a first listen to the beginning of Act One, where Verdi gives Radamès (sung here by Lyric favorite Russell Thomas) one of the most challenging and iconic tenor arias in the repertoire — 'Celeste Aida.' Hear this hope-filled aria in Verdi's AIDA, onstage through April 7.
by Joshua Wright - March 27, 2024
Get a first listen to the beginning of Act One, where Verdi gives Radamès (sung here by Lyric favorite Russell Thomas) one of the most challenging and iconic tenor arias in the repertoire — 'Celeste Aida.' Hear this hope-filled aria in Verdi's AIDA, onstage through April 7.
Young People's Theatre Of Chicago to Present LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2024
Young People's Theatre of Chicago will present for LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET, a hip-hop, soul, gospel, and Motown-infused musical adaptation of the Newberry Award-winning book. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2024
Young People's Theatre of Chicago will present for LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET, a hip-hop, soul, gospel, and Motown-infused musical adaptation of the Newberry Award-winning book. Learn how to purchase tickets.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
Paramount Theatre (11/12 - 1/11) | |
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Elton Rohn
Raue Center For The Arts (12/27 - 12/27) | |
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American English
Raue Center For The Arts (12/31 - 12/31) | |
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Amadeus
Steppenwolf Theatre Company (11/6 - 1/4) | |
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Greenroom Improv
Raue Center For The Arts (5/23 - 5/23) | |
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Mirza Residency Concert: Shadowlands with S. Carey (Bon Iver) and John Raymond
The Orpheum Theatre (1/23 - 1/23) | |
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The Three Little Pigs at Stahl Family Theatre
Chicago Kids Company (5/6 - 7/31) | |
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Rio: A Tribute to Duran Duran
Raue Center For The Arts (1/23 - 1/23) | |
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The Producers
Meiley-Swallow Hall at North Central College (6/12 - 6/28) | |
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