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
Front Room Friday kicks off a weekend celebration of the beloved Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret at Skokie Theatre. Hosted by Daryl Nitz, the show...
Karen Mason will make her Chicago premiere with a special concert event honoring legendary composer Jule Styne, known for works like Gypsy and Funny Girl....
A weekend-long event titled Remembering Davenport's will take place at the Skokie Theatre from October 3-5, celebrating the legacy of Wicker Park's iconic cabaret and...
Staff Sunday, taking place on October 5, will feature a lineup of talented performers from the cabaret scene that made Davenport's a cherished venue. Hosted...
Join 4 Chairs Theatre for a Sondheim Tribute Revue! Performances are August 8-18, 2024 at Skokie Theatre!
Madkap Productions has announced the cast and creative team for the inaugural show of their 2023-24 season, the rock musical HAIR, with book and lyrics...
Join us at the Skokie Theatre for “The Book of Merman”, where Broadway's biggest star collides with one of Broadway's biggest hits in this hilarious...
The Skokie Theatre and MadKap Productions present this American classic by Tennessee Williams set in the sweltering Mississippi Delta. Brick, an aging football hero, who...
Skokies MadKap Productions presents Falling for Make Believe. In this Midwest premiere, playwright Mark Saltzman shares the real story behind the music of composer Richard...
This family friendly 1-hour concert is the perfect way to introduce kids to classical music and opera!Featuring nationally renowned sopranos Desire Hassler and Colleen Bruton,...
As research for his new book, author Charles Condomine asks Madame Arcati, who he believes to be a complete fake, to hold a seance in...
This murder mystery musical hits the Skokie Theatre stage from April 8-30. While a raging thunderstorm traps 10 weekend guests in an English country home,...
In this brilliant and powerful drama, Sister Aloysius, a Bronx school principal, takes matters into her own hands when she suspects the young Father Flynn...
A world premiere by award-winning playwright Madelyn Sergel. A mother and her grown daughters re-unite to pack up the family home. With just a single...
MadKap Productions is thrilled to produce this Tony Award nominated musical tells the story of a corrupt mayoress of a small town, who fakes a...
Broadways longest running one woman show is the Tony nominated, edge of your seat story of Golda Meir, from impoverished Russian school girl to Prime...
Bassist and vocalist, Casey Abrams, brings his acclaimed national tour to Skokie in celebration of his new album, "Put A Spell On You," which combines...
The Boomer Babes celebrate and spoof their generation with zany wit and musical flair. Vocal duo Pam Peterson and Jan Slavin sing and schmooze about...
Eight-time Emmy-winner Ben Hollis (Wild Chicago, WTTW) and local TV legend takes you on a high-energy musical revelation of personal comedy and original songs. “Ben’s...
A benefit to support Skokie Theatre and the new season of plays, musicals, cabaret, and other programs. A glorious musical revue featuring classic songs from...
This Ella Fitzgerald centennial celebration concert is a song-by-song recreation of her entire historic concert recorded live in the 60s at Mr. Kellys. Featuring Lynne...
BEYOND THERAPY is a hilarious farce that tells the story of Bruce and Prudence, two flailing 30-somethings who are deeply into therapy with doctors who...
Get ready for a rockin' and 'Rocky' Halloween. Music from everyone’s favorite Halloween “camp classic,” Rocky Horror Picture Show is paired with rock songs from...
You'll be sizzlin' & swingin' as you enjoy all the hits spanning the lifetime of one of the greatest jazz vocalists and singer-songwriters of the...
Anne and Mark Burnell and their special guests bring you an unforgettable evening of music. In the 1960’s Music producer Don Kirshner put the best...
Roxy Bellows is a high-octane entertainer whose ability to create an evening of outrageous laughs and astounding improvised music has wowed audiences across the country....
?Tom Carey and members of the widely acclaimed, nationally touring Eagles tribute band Heartache Tonight perform an evening of acoustic music celebrating the timeless songs...
Skokie Theatre is home to the 25th anniversary, national touring production of Rob Becker's historic comedy, Defending The Caveman. Defending the Caveman is a hilariously...
Internationally acclaimed jazz singer and songwriter Monika Ryan performs her own material spanning 20 years and featuring music from three CD recordings and one in...
Kat Victoria is returns to Skokie Theatre in ALL LOVE, PEARL, a musical journey and an intimate look at the love life of one of...
Singer, songwriter and musician Alan Gerber returns home to his Skokie roots. The show presents Gerber’s wide music range from R&B, rock and jazz with...
Ellen Winters returns to Skokie Theatre for a wonderful trip down memory lane with her tribute to Rosemary Clooney. Enjoy songs like "Hey There," "C'mon...
Johnny Mercer provided 1500 lyrics for 230 different composers, undoubtedly the most versatile and adaptable writer in the Great American Songbook. He was alternately slangy...
The Irish Heritage Singers present their annual St. Patrick's Day concert. Under the direction of Paul Matijevic, the Singers will present songs commemorating the Irish...
Come join the party when The Nitz & Howe Experience, Chicago's longest running cabaret show (17 years running, and over 1,000 shows) returns to the...
An innovative evening of hilarious topical songs lampooning how crazy we’ve all become because about gadgets and gizmos. Starring and written by Bill Dyszel, the...
Celebrate the holidays with one of Chicagoland's more exciting big bands. Shout Section Big Band is a full-sized jazz orchestra comprised of up-and-coming performers and...
End the old year by poking fun at growing another year older. The Funny Old Broads bring their offbeat comedy and musical parodies to The...
Magic Matinee is a theatrical magic show that combines sleight-of-hand illusions with skilled storytelling to create an experience that is both amazing and entertaining. Sean...
Singer, Musician, Composer, Guitarist and critically acclaimed Barbra Streisand impersonator Michelle Monet presents her one woman show 'SHE, Streisand and ME, Monet'. This evening she...
The Jewish Mother’s Guide to Everything starring Caryn Bark Musical opening act Dashiell with Fred Simon Veteran comic Caryn Bark (Diary of a Skokie Girl)...
Celebrate the holidays with one of Chicagoland's more exciting big bands. Shout Section Big Band is a full-sized jazz orchestra comprised of up-and-coming performers and...
This show sold out in June. Now catch this special encore concert in honor of Frank Sinatra's 100th birthday on Dec 12, where music from...
This is a special holiday themed tribute show to one the greatest songwriters of the 20th Century. John Lennon would have celebrated his 75th birthday...
Beloved Chicago singer-songwriter Megon McDonough is back with a brand new show, The Great Women of Country, honoring some of country music’s most revered women...
Sophie Grimm appears with her sister, Jennifer Grimm, and her mother, Colleen Raye for two shows on Friday, November 27. One at 3 pm and...
An epic and humorous tale of family dynamics and political strategy, with some of the sharpest and wittiest dialog ever written for the stage. It’s...
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