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Bernadette, The Musical
Feb 12 – Mar 15, 2026 · Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture, Chicago
Bernadette, The Musical is a powerful and deeply moving theatrical production that brings to life the extraordinary story of Bernadette Soubirous, the young girl whose Marian...
Dear Evan Hanson
Feb 4 – Mar 22, 2026 · Paramount Theatre, Aurora
“Dear Evan Hansen: Today is going to be a good day and here’s why…” That’s how Evan starts every day, writing himself a letter about...
The Dance of Death
Jan 29 – Mar 22, 2026 · Steppenwolf, Chicago
Steppenwolf Theatre's 50th Anniversary Season continues with August Strindberg's The Dance of Death in a new version by Conor McPherson, a ★★★★ affair that is "as deliriously entertaining as...
The Half-Life of Marie Curie
Feb 13 – Mar 1, 2026 · Chicago Street Theatre, Valparaiso
By Lauren Gunderson, America's most produced living playwright since 2016 A closer look at the bond shared between two leading figures in scientific discovery is the...
The Lion In Winter
Feb 6 – Mar 1, 2026 · Parker Players Theater Company, Barrington
Razor sharp historical drama of power, family, and ambition, where biting wit, shifting alliances, and ruthless love collide in a royal battle for legacy.
Arthur and Friends Make a Musical
Feb 14 – Feb 22, 2026 · Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center, Palatine
Music On Stage presents the first community theatre production of "Arthur and Friends Make a Musical." Based on the beloved children's show, this musical for...
Birds of North America
Jan 15 – Feb 22, 2026 · A Red Orchid Theatre
A Red Orchid Theatre presents the Chicago premiere of Anna Ouyang Moench's father-daughter drama, Birds of North America, directed by Kirsten Fitzgerald. The story follows...
Cut to the Chase
Feb 19 – Feb 22, 2026 · The Den Theatre, Chicago
A staple of Chicago theater for 25 years, CUT TO THE CHASE presents six staged new plays — three world premieres and three Chicago premieres — as one fun night...
Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors
Feb 5 – Feb 22, 2026 · Greenhouse Theater Center, Chicago
In the treacherous mountains of Transylvania, a meek English real estate agent takes a harrowing journey to meet a new and mysterious client, who also...
Eureka Day
Jan 13 – Feb 22, 2026 · Broadway Playhouse At Water Tower Place, Chicago
Chicago’s acclaimed TimeLine Theatre Company returns to the Broadway Playhouse (following previous hit productions OSLO and THE LEHMAN TRILOGY)!At Berkeley, California’s ultra-progressive Eureka Day School,...
Rising Water
Jan 28 – Feb 22, 2026 · Theatre L'Acadie, Chicago
Theatre L’Acadie presents an intimate story of survival with the Chicago Premiere of Rising Water by John Biguenet on the 20 year Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Directed by...
Seussical the Musical
Feb 20 – Feb 22, 2026 · Spotlight Arts Collective, Manhattan
Seussical the Musical is a colorful, high-energy stage adaptation that brings the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss to life. The story centers on Horton the...
The Angels of Lemnos
Feb 6 – Feb 22, 2026 · Bramble Arts Loft, Chicago
Clark Week Productions is proud to present The Angels of Lemnos by Jim Henry for a very special 30th anniversary revival with a portion of proceeds benefitting Deborah’s...
The Angels of Lemnos
Feb 6 – Feb 22, 2026 · Bramble Arts Loft, Chicago
Clark Week Productions is proud to present The Angels of Lemnos by Jim Henry for a very special 30th anniversary revival with a portion of proceeds benefitting Deborah’s...
The Outsider
Jan 23 – Feb 22, 2026 · Oil Lamp Theater, Glenview
Oil Lamp Theater is proud to present the first production of its 2026 season, The Outsider, written by Paul Slade Smith and directed by Scott...
The Outsiders
Feb 10 – Feb 22, 2026 · Cadillac Palace Theater, Chicago
The winner of four 2024 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, is THE OUTSIDERS.Adapted from S.E. HINTON’s seminal novel and FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA’s iconic film, this thrilling new musical...
Improvised Sketch Show
Feb 5 – Feb 26, 2026 · The Second City - de Maat Studio Theatre, Chicago
Improvised Sketch Show is a weekly sketch show written in real time by a rotating cast of improvisers alongside YOU, the audience. It’s the structure...
Sabado Night Laughs - February 2026
Feb 21 – Feb 26, 2026 · Surge Billiards Logan Square, Chicago
It's your favorite Saturday night comedy show! Las Locas Comedy is muy excited for the February 2026 Sabado Night Laughs! We’re ready to get loca...
3 Stages of Love Part 2: Simple Love/Unperfect Actor.
Feb 13 – Feb 27, 2026 · Ghostlight Ensemble, Chicago
Love always makes for a good story because some part of it is always relatable.And what better way to explore all the various sides to...
Dailey & Vincent – February 28, 7:30pm
Feb 28 · The Wildey, Edwardsville
"The best of country, bluegrass and gospel this side of heaven"Grand Ole Opry Members, five-time GRAMMY® Award winners individually, three-time GRAMMY® Award nominees collectively, four-time DOVE...
Legally Blonde, The Musical Jr.
Feb 20 – Feb 28, 2026 · Yellow Box Theatre, Naperville
LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL, JR. follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. When Elle's...
Oliver! A Staged Concert
Jan 21 – Feb 28, 2026 · Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, Arlington Heights
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre is proud to announce the cast and creative team for Lionel Bart’s Oliver! A Staged Concert, located in the heart of...
COMPANY
Feb 6 – Mar 1, 2026 · MadKap Productions
MadKap Productions presents the musical Company from February 6 to March 1, 2026, at Skokie Theatre. The story follows Robert, a single man navigating relationships...
FIRST DRAFT: New Work by Chicago-Area Dancemakers
Feb 28 – Mar 1, 2026 · Ann Barzel Theater at Visceral Dance Center, Chicago
Winifred Haun & Dancers presents FIRST DRAFT: New Work by Chicago-Area Dancemakers, featuring two programs showcasing 11 new works from award-winning choreographers. Among the featured...
Holiday
Jan 31 – Mar 1, 2026 · Goodman Theatre, Chicago
World Premiere of Richard Greenberg's new adaptation.
Music of the Baroque: Baroque Blockbusters!
Mar 1 · North Shore Center for Performing Arts, Skokie
Prepare for Baroque brilliance with Richard Egarr at the helm! The former Philharmonia Baroque and Academy of Ancient Music director guest-conducts heart-stopping hits from the...
My Life as a Cowboy
Jan 23 – Mar 1, 2026 · Open Space Arts, Chicago
Seventeen-year-old Conor feels stuck in the London suburb of Croydon and dreams of doing something unexpected—entering a country-and-western dance competition. He’s joined by Michael, a fellow lifeguard at the...
Patchwork 5
Feb 20 – Mar 1, 2026 · The Edge, Chicago
ECLECTIC CONTINUES SEASON 14 WITH A RETURN OF HOPE!Eclectic Full Contact theatre is proud to announce the cast and crew for the 5th Annual Patchwork...
Too Fat To Run
Feb 4 – Mar 4, 2026 · Redtwist Theatre, Chicago
In a culture that often equates fitness with thinness, Too Fat To Run by Eileen Tull delivers a powerful, honest, and empowering message: Movement belongs...
Circus of Bubbles
Mar 5 · Raue Center For The Arts, Crystal Lake
Circus of BubblesTHURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2025 | 7:00 PMTickets are $24 Adults, $14 Students|Seniors, Members save 30%(All-in pricing includes $4 Box Office Fee. An $8...
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Latest Chicago Reviews
Review: THE DANCE OF DEATH at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
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 ...
Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Paramount Theatre
by Tina St. Angelo - February 17, 2026
What did our critic think of DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Paramount Theatre Aurora IL?...
Review: HAMNET at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
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....
Review: THE OUTSIDERS First National Tour Presented by Broadway in Chicago
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...
Review: ON YOUR FEET! at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace, IL
by Tina St. Angelo - February 12, 2026
What did our critic think of ON YOUR FEET! at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace, IL?...
Review: HOLIDAY at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - February 10, 2026
Goodman Theatre continues its centennial season with the endearing and lively romantic comedy HOLIDAY....
Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
by Tina St. Angelo - February 07, 2026
What did our critic think of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL?...
Review: DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Lazy Susan Theatre Co.
by Misha Davenport - February 07, 2026
What did our critic think of DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Lazy Susan Theatre Co.?...
Review: STEREOPHONIC National Tour Presented by Broadway In Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - January 29, 2026
David Adjmi’s STEREOPHONIC pulls back the curtain on making a rock album — with all of the minute details, inane band member conversations, and painstaking, spirited artistic conversations that come with it. It centers on an unnamed Fleetwood Mac-esque band in the late 1970s as they record (and ...
Review: EUREKA DAY Presented By Timeline Theatre And Broadway In Chicago
by Zac Thriffiley - January 28, 2026
Timeline Theatre and Broadway in Chicago have gifted audiences with a EUREKA DAY that cements the play as one of the most prescient in the contemporary canon while also reaffirming Chicago’s reputation as an ambassador of daring theatrical works....
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