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Chicago Live!
9/19 - 9/20/2026


Now in its 6th year, this is the Midwest's (and maybe beyond!) largest free performing arts festival. For 2 days (12PM-9PM on Saturday, Sept 19 ...



SET IN CHICAGO: Improvised Movie Sequels to Debut at Second City


by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 13, 2026

Set in Chicago will offer a unique theater experience with improvised sequels to beloved movies, playing at Second City. Whether it's The Godfather IV, Star Wars: Episode XII, or Fast and Furious 38 the cast brings the big screen to the stage....

Review: ROME SWEET ROME at Chicago Shakespeare Theater


by Rachel Weinberg - September 29, 2025

ROME SWEET ROME, the latest production from the Q Brothers Collective at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, has a cool concept: JULIUS CAESAR, but make it hip hop. Like the group’s previous endeavors, the show takes a classic Shakespeare play and updates it with modern sensibilities. The resulting show, t...

Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre Reveals 2025–2026 Season Featuring Inaugural Latinx/e Contemporary Movement Festival


by A.A. Cristi - July 30, 2025

Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre (CRDT) has announced its 2025–2026 season, a dynamic slate of programming that reflects the company’s mission to explore identity through movement and music....

Collaboraction Introduces 2025 Youth Ensemble: The Light


by A.A. Cristi - July 09, 2025

Collaboraction Theatre has announced the 2025 youth ensemble of The Light, its groundbreaking training program for Chicago teens. Designed to empower young BIPOC artists as performers and changemakers, The Light fosters creativity, leadership, and social impact through live performance....

Photos/Video: CIRCUS ABYSSINIA: ETHIOPIAN DREAMS at Chicago Shakespeare Theater


by A.A. Cristi - June 25, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present the world-famous Circus Abyssinia on Navy Pier this summer for a limited engagement beginning July 10. Check out photos and video highlights from the show!...

Photos: See Chicago Dance Kicks Off Chicago Dance Month at Navy Pier


by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 03, 2025

See Chicago Dance, the dance industry's nonprofit service organization celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025, kicked off the 12th Annual Chicago Dance Month. See photos!...

About Face Theatre to Present OM MISSION, Limited Engagement for Pride Month


by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 16, 2025

About Face Theatre will present OM Mission, a special, limited engagement event for Pride Month, to be held at The Den Theater for two weekends only. Learn more!...

See Chicago Dance's 20th Anniversary to Continue With Chicago Dance Month


by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 16, 2025

 See Chicago Dance, the dance industry's nonprofit service organization celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025 will present the return of Chicago Dance Month. Learn more!...

Collaboraction Theatre Company Seeks Chicago Teen Artists-Activists for 'The Light'


by Josh Sharpe - April 08, 2025

Collaboraction Theatre Company has opened submissions for The Light, a paid creative studio and live performance summer training program designed to give voice to exceptional Chicago-area youth to illuminate community and positive change throughout the city....

Review: SUNNY AFTERNOON at Chicago Shakespeare Theater


by Rachel Weinberg - March 30, 2025

If you enjoy the music of The Kinks, you’ll enjoy SUNNY AFTERNOON....

Past Shows

KAINA & Ben LaMar Gay: A Concert at the Lake Stage


Celebrate summertime in Chicago with an evening of local music at Navy Piers Lake Stage. The program opens with a performance by Ben LaMar Gay ...

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