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Photos: Meet the Cast of WHO IS JIMMY PANTS? at The York Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025

Performances begin this week for The York Theatre's second production of its Spring 2025 “New2NY” series – Who is Jimmy Pants? Check out photos of the cast here!

Full Cast & Creative Team Set for WHO IS JIMMY PANTS? at The York Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2025

The York Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the second production of its Spring 2025 “New2NY” series – Who is Jimmy Pants?, with music and lyrics by Joseph Church, and book and lyrics by Jeff Bienstock.

The York Theatre Unveils 2025 Spring Season With New 'New2NY' Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2025

The York Theatre has unveiled its 2025 Spring Season with a new “New2NY” series. See full programming, learn more about the season, and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: The Beautiful City Project's WE WILL ROCK YOU
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2024

The Beautiful City Project's November Musical-in-Concert production of WE WILL ROCK YOU took place earlier this week. Check out photos from the production here!

WE WILL ROCK YOU to be Presented for One Night Only by The Beautiful City Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2024

The Beautiful City Project revealed the cast for WE WILL ROCK YOU, a fundraising event at McGrath Family Performing Arts Center, benefiting Chicago's Season of Concern through a silent auction. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: The Beautiful City Project's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2024

The Beautiful City Projected presented JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR on Monday evening, raising funds for the Chicago organization Intentional Sports. See photos from the show. 

The Beautiful City Project to Present JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024

The Beautiful City Project will present JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR on 6/24 at McGrath Family Performing Arts Center in Wilmette, IL. Proceeds benefit Intentional Sports. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Addison County Launches AddisonArts.org
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2023

Town Hall Theater has announced the launch of AddisonArts.org, a comprehensive digital arts calendar for Addison County.

Photos: A NOT-SO-SILENT NIGHT, The Beautiful City Project's Fundraising Party For Season Of Concern
by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2023

The Beautiful City Project held it's Holiday fundraising event A NOT-SO-SILENT NIGHT, with proceeds to benefit Season of Concern, on Friday, December 19th at Floating World Gallery.

A NOT-SO-SILENT NIGHT, A Holiday Party Featuring An All-star Cast, to Raise Funds And Awareness For Season Of Concern
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2022

The Beautiful City Project has announced the cast of it's Holiday fundraising event A NOT-SO-SILENT NIGHT, with proceeds to benefit Season of Concern, an incredible Chicago organization dedicated to providing financial assistance to Chicagoland theater practitioners.

Major Attaway & More to Star in Reading of PANTS! THE JIMMY PANTS MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 15, 2022

The York Theatre Company, in association with Jim Kierstead, Executive Producer, will present a presentation of the new musical Pants! The Jimmy Pants Musical with music and lyrics by Joseph Church (York’s Rothschild and Sons, The Lion King, The Who's Tommy) and book and lyrics by Jeff Bienstock (Legendale).

BWW Exclusive: Listen to Caitlin Kinnunen Sing from FRANKIE THE MUSICAL!
by Nicole Rosky - May 28, 2020

Below, listen as Caitlin Kinnunen sings 'Take a Deep Breath' from Frankie! The Musical.

FRANKIE! THE MUSICAL Concept Album Featuring Caitlin Kinnunen, Jason Gotay and More to be Released in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2020

Broadway Records announced that Tony Nominee Caitlin Kinnunen will sing the title role of Frankie in the upcoming Cast Concept Album for FRANKIE! THE MUSICAL, featuring music and lyrics by teen writer Elise Marra.

Jason 'Sweet Tooth' Williams, Autumn Hurlbert Lead Reading of FRANKIE! The Musical
by Julie Musbach - Aug 6, 2019

On Monday, August 19th Ashley Kate Adams (La Cage Aux Folles) of AKA Studio Productions will present a reading of FRANKIE! The Musical with Book, Music & Lyrics by teen prodigy Elise Marra and directed by Joe Barros (NY Theatre Barn). 

NEXT TO NORMAL Comes to the Fulton Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2019

The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre is proud to present the riveting family drama and electrifying rock musical, Next to Normal, in the Tell Studio Theatre May 16 through June 2, with Previews May 14 and 15. An emotional powerhouse, Next to Normal is the recipient of the 2010 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

The Orchard Dives Into THE SONG OF SWAN LAKE
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2018

The Orchard has acquired U.S. rights to the jazz-inspired drama THE SONG OF SWAY LAKE. Directed by Ari Gold (Adventures of Power), who co-wrote the film with Elizabeth Bull, the film stars Rory Culkin (Signs), Robert Sheehan (Geostorm) and Mary Beth Peil (Tony nominee for Anastasia). THE SONG OF SWAY LAKE will be released in theaters on September 21st and on VOD and Digital HD on September 25th.