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Review: WORK HARD HAVE FUN MAKE HISTORY at Raven Theatre


by Angela Lin - May 15, 2026

When you really stop to think about it, the late stage capitalist grind we find ourselves in (or rather, that billionaires and certain politicians have forced upon us) has created a disembodied culture marked by rampant labor, optimized efficiency, and fractured connections — and that’s a pretty...

Review: OCTET at Raven Theatre


by Zac Thriffiley - May 14, 2026

Not only does OCTET work on every level musically and creatively, but it also already stands as a strong contender for best musical of the summer. The production runs through June 7....

Review: CRIME AND PUNISHMENT at TUTA Theatre


by Emily Werner - May 12, 2026

What did our critic think of CRIME AND PUNISHMENT at TUTA Theatre?...

Review: COVENANT at Goodman Theatre


by Rachel Weinberg - May 12, 2026

What happens when you make a deal with the devil? Covenant asks its characters to find out. Drawing inspiration from both horror films and classic blues music, York Walker’s Chicago premiere play follows a group of characters as they explore their faith — in both Christianity and the supernatura...

Review: SCARAMOUCHE at City Lit Theater


by Angela Lin - May 10, 2026

French aristocrats, revolutionaries, traveling comedy troupes, swordsmen — Scaramouche packs it all in this world premiere musical that doesn’t stop moving and keeps you laughing. ...

Review: RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S SOUTH PACIFIC at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL


by Tina St. Angelo - May 09, 2026

What did our critic think of RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S SOUTH PACIFIC at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL?...

Review: OCTET at Raven Theatre


by Rachel Weinberg - May 08, 2026

Though it’s a musical about a support group for internet addicts, Dave Molloy’s Octet is delightfully analog. And that’s precisely the point — Molloy’s musical invites audiences to look away from their screens and lean into this intimate, inventive, and fully a cappella show. Molloy (perha...

Review: LOKI – THE END OF THE WORLD TOUR at Lifeline Theatre


by Misha Davenport - May 08, 2026

LOKI – THE END OF THE WORLD TOUR at Lifeline Theatre is the kind of ambitious storytelling that reminds audiences why Chicago theatre remains one of the most exciting and vibrant theater communities in the country....

Review: FAULT at Chicago Shakespeare Theater


by Rachel Weinberg - April 26, 2026

The blame game’s the thing in this world premiere play from Scooter Pietsch. FAULT is playing at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater....

Review: GOING BACHARACH: THE SONGS OF AN ICON at Apollo Theater


by Angela Lin - April 25, 2026

For many, Burt Bacharach is a household name, the soundtrack that spans from childhood to adulthood. For some, Bacharach’s name might not ring a bell, but his wide discography of songs that spans decades, mediums, collaborators, and genres is sure to have even the most musically naive audience mem...

Past Shows

Harvey
Harvey
Sep 19 – Oct 11, 2025

Every family has it quirks! Harvey is a charming comedy about a family that gets into one hilarious mix-up after another thanks to a relative's imaginary...

The Play That Goes Wrong
The Play That Goes Wrong
Mar 21 – Apr 12, 2025

An amateur theatre company's opening night goes horribly wrong when behind-the-scenes chaos leads to flubbed lines and a set that falls apart. This hilarious comedy...

Forever Plaid
Forever Plaid
Sep 13 – Oct 5, 2024

Forever Plaid is one of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of classic barbershop quartet harmonies...

Comedy of Errors
Aug 17

Overshadowed Theatrical Productions, in partnership with the city of Itasca, presents a special outdoor performance featuring abridged versions of two Shakespearean comedies, Comedy of Errors...

Much Ado about Nothing
Aug 17

Overshadowed Theatrical Productions presents a special outdoor performance featuring abridged versions of two Shakespearean comedies: Comedy of Errors and Much Ado about Nothing. This event,...

Videos


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South Pacific in Chicago South Pacific
Paramount Arts Centre (4/29-6/14)
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Raue Center For The Arts (5/29-5/29) VIDEOS
Always...Patsy Cline in Chicago Always...Patsy Cline
American Blues Theater (5/01-6/07)
As You Like It in Chicago As You Like It
Kelvyn Park (7/17-7/19)
Third Coast Symphony: Appalachian Spring and Carnival of the Animals in Chicago Third Coast Symphony: Appalachian Spring and Carnival of the Animals
First Baptist Congregational (6/14-6/14)
Fool House - The Millennium Tour - OUTDOOR SHOW! in Chicago Fool House - The Millennium Tour - OUTDOOR SHOW!
BaseCamp Pub (5/30-5/30)
Adriana Lecouvreur in Chicago Adriana Lecouvreur
Opera Festival of Chicago (6/28-7/03)
The Movement You Need: An Evening with Brendan Hunt in Chicago The Movement You Need: An Evening with Brendan Hunt
Steppenwolf Theatre Company (4/19-5/20)
Loki: End of the World Tour in Chicago Loki: End of the World Tour
LifeLine Theatre Company (4/24-6/14)