The Water for Elephants tour transports audiences to the circus — and has some dazzling aerial tricks up its sleeve. Based on the popular 2006 novel by Sara Gruen, Rick Elice’s book and PigPen Theatre Co.’s score comprise a memory musical: The elderly Mr. Jankowski (Robert Tully) looks back o…
Jeff award-winning director Nick Bowling and this cast have created a work that reminds us of why Sondheim’s music is special. The orchestra under the direction of Brad Haak fills the theater with the intricate melodies of this musical. Sally Dolembo’s costumes are gorgeous and showcase the turn…
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When honest artistic integrity meets conservative religious outrage, what follows is escalating frenzy, controlled chaos, and poignant reflections on what it means to produce art and tell the stories where they need to be heard — and the conflicting struggles that come with such intentions. Tin Dr…
Untitled Vampire Play — a world premiere from Lookingglass ensemble member Kevin Douglas — is a fun, wacky romp. The play doesn’t take itself seriously, and director Devon de Mayo’s cast has plenty of fun with vampire and human antics alike. Douglas’s script draws on all sorts of vampire l…
I left Catch as Catch Can at Steppenwolf Theatre Company on Sunday night wondering exactly what I had just seen, and what, if anything, I was meant to take from it.…
Tom Stoppard’s Leopoldstadt follows multiple generations of an Austrian Jewish family from prosperity to despair — spanning over 50 years from 1899 to 1955. Now in its Chicago-area premiere at Writers Theatre, the late Stoppard’s final play includes a cast of 24 actors and many, many character…
What did our critic think of TWO OUT OF THREE FALLS at The Factory Theater?…
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After the success of her debut 5-star solo show, Meg Millane is at it again with "Bride to Be," a sharp, character-driven comedy about a...
Fat Cat Cabaret proudly presents:Solidari-Kitty: A Benefit Show for Life is Work.Our purrducers hold several marginalized and intersectional identities, including trans, nonbinary, and genderfluid identities....
The camp macabre world of Edward Gorey RETURNS in this absurdist dark comedy sequel told through puppetry, clowning, dance, and live music. After last year’s run...
Muse is a live music experience incorporating drag, burlesque, clowning and other art forms to explore universal themes.
Fat Cat Cabaret knows how brutal Chicago winters can be. So, this January, we are bringing you the snuggliest entertainment to combat those winter blahs....
What happens when a loveable idiot leads a memorial service for a long-deceased family member? In this off-the-wall-comedy, NYC based comedian and improvisor Julia VanderVeen leads the audience through wild...
Leaves are falling, temperatures are dropping, and the scent of pumpkin spice is in the air. Fat Cat Cabaret, Chicago's only all-plus-size burlesque company, is...
Fat Cat Cabaret is purrfectly pleased to announce their first show, Oh Lawd, They Comin’! Produced by Fancy Fontina, Lottie a la West, Dotti Moscati...
In the future, it seems like we have it figured out. Starfleet is running a socialism day dream and rendez-vous-ing with the Hottest aliens in...
LOCATION: The Newport Theater956 W. Newport Ave.Chicago, IL 6065721+Proof of Vaccination Required Required for EntryAND Streaming Live via CrowdcastTICKETS:Presale GA - $20Day of GA -...
Submitted for the approval of the Moonlight Society, Crescent Moon Nerdlesque is thrilled to announce their third virtual show: "Are You Afraid Of Burlesque?: The...
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Catch as Catch Can Steppenwolf Theatre Company (6/04-7/12) |
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EWP presents Robbie Fulks & Griffin William Sherry Showcase Raue Center For The Arts (8/07-8/07) |
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Hedwig and the Angry Inch Catalyst Ranch (7/09-7/26) |
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Jonathan Van Ness: Hot & Healed Comedy Tour 2026 Hard Rock Live Rockford (9/12-9/12) |
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The Revolutionists Violet Surprise Theatre (3/07-7/18) |
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The Elephant Man Theater Wit (6/12-6/28) |
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yo ho. Babes With Blades Theatre Company (7/19-8/29) |
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James and the Giant Peach North Shore Center for the Performing Arts - North Theatre (4/22-5/14) PHOTOS |
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High School Musical Al Larson Cultural Center (8/01-8/09) |
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Rhythm World 36 Grand Finale - PLATFORM Premieres Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago (8/08-8/08) |
