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That is one of the songs written by Thomas Wright “Fats” Waller.

Final Performances of SIX in Chicago only until July 14

Enjoy free summer outdoor concerts at the MAC's Lakeside Pavilion starting July 12.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced Shakes in the City, part of CST's longstanding commitment to creative community engagement offering free and accessible programming for audiences of all ages in neighborhoods across Chicago.

Hell in a Handbag has announced the world premiere of THE GOLDEN GIRLS MEET THE SKOOBY DON'T GANG: THE MYSTERY OF THE HAUNTED BUSH.

Writers Theatre’s latest production is an impressive commitment to craft and community that invites audiences to reflect on questions of masculinity, race, and responsibility that stimulate the brain while tickling the funny bone.

The Sarah Siddons Society will offer ten professional development grants to support emerging artists in theater, providing opportunities for growth and advancement in their careers.

Natural Talent Productions in Naperville, Illinois has announced the cast and creative team for their July 2024 production of ANASTASIA THE MUSICAL, featuring music by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens.

Midsommer Flight is presenting a fully staged ROMEO AND JULIET ­ as its 2024 free Shakespeare production.

City Lit has announced the cast for THE HOUSE OF IDEAS, running from August 23 to October 6.

BLACK BUTTON EYES PRODUCTIONS has announced the cast and crew for A SHADOW BRIGHT AND BURNING, opening August 23.

Black Button Eyes Productions has revealed the cast and crew for A SHADOW BRIGHT AND BURNING, a world premiere adaptation of the fantasy novel by Jessica Cluess.

Oil Lamp Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for its mainstage production of First Date.

Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings.

Beloved children's musician Laurie Berkner will return to the Chicago area for two solo performances at 11:00 a.

Avalanche Theatre Artistic Director Alexander Attea announced the selections for the Fall 2024 Next Draft Series, which will be presented September 21 - October 7 at the Little Studio in the Fine Arts Building.

Marriott Theatre is now presenting BEEHIVE: THE 60’S MUSICAL.

Court Theatre will present the Spotlight Reading Series, featuring works authored and inspired by Lorraine Hansberry.

Drury Lane Theatre opens Ain’t Misbehavin’: The Fats Waller Musical Show, celebrating the music of Thomas “Fats” Waller and the vibrant spirit of the Harlem Renaissance tonight, June 30, 2024.

Writers Theatre is concluding its 2023/24 Season with The Hot Wing King, written by Katori Hall, and directed by Lili-Anne Brown.

Season three of Paramount's BOLD Series will launch this summer with a new production of Peter and the Starcatcher, running July 24 through September 1.

The Beautiful City Projected presented JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR on Monday evening, raising funds for the Chicago organization Intentional Sports.

Short Story Theatre will present an evening of five warm, wise and wonderful true stories told mostly by Highland Park current and former residents on Thursday, July 18th at 7:30 p.

Dance for Life returns to the Auditorium Theatre on August 10, featuring ten works by Chicago dance companies and artists.

Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre will present the return of its annual fundraising gala, the ICONS Gala.