by Rachel Weinberg - March 03, 2026
THE BRIEF WONDROUS LIFE OF OSCAR WAO is a lopsided stage adaptation of Junot Díaz’s 2007 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. While the first act is tight and focuses squarely on the budding relationship between ultra-nerd Oscar Wao and his freshman year college roommate Yunior, the second act incorpora...
by Tina St. Angelo - February 23, 2026
The Joffrey Ballet is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. The current offering is called Icons. What a gift to the audience. I don’t know if Robert Joffrey had any idea what his company has become. Icons recreate 4 different ballets from different decades over the 20th Century....
by Rachel Weinberg - February 19, 2026
When I think of Steppenwolf, I often think of family members crying, screaming at one another, or some combination of the two. So the sparring between spouses Alice and Captain Edgar in August Strindberg’s 1900 play THE DANCE OF DEATH feels right at home. In a surprisingly funny and sharp version ...
by Tina St. Angelo - February 17, 2026
What did our critic think of DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Paramount Theatre Aurora IL?...
by Rachel Weinberg - February 14, 2026
Royal Shakespeare Company’s HAMNET is a dramatic and languid stage adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s 2020 buzzy novel of the same name....
by Rachel Weinberg - February 13, 2026
THE OUTSIDERS presents an original and vibrant stage adaptation of S.E. Hinton’s classic 1967 novel about the conflict between Tulsa teen gangs the Greasers and the Socs (short for socialites). The musical — and particularly director Danya Taymor’s inventive and visually dynamic staging — pu...
by Tina St. Angelo - February 12, 2026
What did our critic think of ON YOUR FEET! at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace, IL?...
by Rachel Weinberg - February 10, 2026
Goodman Theatre continues its centennial season with the endearing and lively romantic comedy HOLIDAY....
by Tina St. Angelo - February 07, 2026
What did our critic think of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL?...
by Misha Davenport - February 07, 2026
What did our critic think of DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Lazy Susan Theatre Co.?...
Past Shows
The Sky is Falling! The Sky is Falling! Join Chicken Little and her friends --Ducky Lucky, Goosey Loosey, Turkey Lurkey and others-- as she journeys to tell...
The Beverly Arts Center proudly presents Oliver!, the Tony Award-winning musical based on Charles Dickens’ beloved novel. This high-energy production, with its sweeping songs and...
Get Ready to Groove! The Beverly Arts Center Presents the Uplifting Musical Sensation, "Hairspray"The Beverly Arts Center is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of...
Get Ready to Groove! The Beverly Arts Center Presents the Uplifting Musical Sensation, "Hairspray"The Beverly Arts Center is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of...
Follow Alice as she travels down the Rabbit Hole to the most amazing places! Along her fantastic journey she’ll meet the Mad Hatter, March Hare,...
In a groundbreaking endeavor, the Beverly Arts Center proudly announces the arrival of “BEYOND THE DOOR,” a stage play that transcends boundaries, shatters expectations, and...
Chicago Kids Company - Theater for Children (CKC) presents Jack and the Beanstalk. Come along with Jack and his best friend Carmelita (a Spanish-speaking cow), as they...
Chicago Kids Company - Theater for Children (CKC) presents Beauty and the Beast. Don’t miss Chicago Kids Company’s newest show! Full of comedy, romance, and plenty of...
Chicago Kids Company - Theater for Children (CKC) presents Mrs. Claus! A Holiday Musical. This holiday classic and audience favorite returns for its 24th year. Our biggest and most...
Chicago Kids Company - Theater for Children (CKC) presents Pinocchio, a one-hour musical adaptation! Can you help Pinocchio make the right choices and become a...
Chicago Kids Company - Theater for Children (CKC) presents The Tortoise and the Hare, a one-hour musical adaptation! The Hare is ready to win all...
Chicago Kids Company - Theater for Children (CKC) presents The Three Little Pigs. Meet Roxanne, Petunia, and Babe…three Sister Piggies who set out to build...
Chicago’s favorite holiday musical is based on the historic Great Lakes voyages of Christmas tree ships during the late 1800s and early 1900s. THE CHRISTMAS...
Meet Roxanne, Petunia, and Babethree Sister Piggies who set out to build their own houses. Roxanne (the Rockn Roll Pig) builds hers out of Sticks,...
The new student isnt quite like the other ducklings on her first day at Lucky Ducky School. Sing along with her classmates about how to...
The new student isnt quite like the other ducklings on her first day at Lucky Ducky School. Sing along with her classmates about how to...
After stealing a precious plant, the King and Queen are forced to let their wacky gardener Nexus raise their daughter, Rapunzel. She is locked away...
Beverly Arts Center announces the return of its Professional Theatre Series with a March 18th-20th production of the Tony Award-winning musical Next to Normal.To the...
DREAMGIRLS Inspired by Motown and R&B legends of the 1960s-70s, Dreamgirls follows the rising stardom of the Dreamettes, an all-girl singing trio from Chicago. The...
A high-energy comedy with fabulous dance numbers and classic Gershwin music, including the memorable hits I Can’t Be Bothered Now, Bidin’ My Time, I Got...
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