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
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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