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POT GIRLS Extended at Raven Theatre Through March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2026

Due to popular demand, The Story Theatre's world premiere of Pot Girls has added one additional week of performances, extending through Sunday, March 8, 2026 at Raven Theatre's Schwartz Stage, 6157 N. Clark St in Chicago.

Photos: First Look at POT GIRLS at The Story Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026

The Story Theatre will close out Season V with the world premiere production of Pot Girls by Governing Ensemble member Paul Michael Thomson and directed by Governing Ensemble member Ayanna Bria Bakari. See photos!

POT GIRLS Comes to The Story Theatre in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026

The Story Theatre will close its Season V with the world premiere production of Pot Girls by Governing Ensemble member Paul Michael Thomson and directed by Governing Ensemble member Ayanna Bria Bakari.

Photos: First Look at the Chicago Premiere of Terry Guest’s OAK at Raven Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025

Raven Theatre in Chicago has released new production photos of OAK, the Southern Gothic drama by playwright Terry Guest, directed by Mikael Burke. The play, opening Raven’s 43rd season, runs through November 9, 2025.

Cast and Production Team Set for OAK at Raven Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025

Chicago's Raven Theatre Company revealed the cast and production team for the opening show of Season 43, playwright Terry Guest's Southern gothic OAK. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: THAT'S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR World Premiere at Black Ensemble Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2025

Black Ensemble Theater is presenting That's What Friends Are For: Gladys, Dionne and Patti, a musical celebration of sisterhood, soul, and legendary voices written and directed by Producing Managing Director Daryl D. Brooks. See photos here!

Black Ensemble To Present THAT'S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR: GLADYS, DIONNE AND PATTI
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2025

Black Ensemble Theater's Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor has announced That's What Friends Are For: Gladys, Dionne and Patti, a musical celebration of sisterhood, soul, and legendary voices written and directed by Producing Managing Director Daryl D. Brooks. 

What We Know So Far About MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL on Broadway
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 6, 2024

Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, is coming to Broadway in 2025. What do we know so far about the new musical?

Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Will Open on Broadway in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2024

MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, the new musical from Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown, is headed to Broadway next year!

Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by Joshua Wright - Jul 9, 2024

What did the critics think of Goodman Theatre's world-premiere musical Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil? The musical is a stage adaptation of John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book—brought to life by creators MacArthur “Genius” Grantee Taylor Mac (book), Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown (music and lyrics) with choreography by Tanya Birl-Torres.

Review: MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - Jul 9, 2024

MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL is a sprawling, messy musical that weaves together the threads of several characters in 1980s Savannah, Georgia. Composer/lyricist Jason Robert Brown draws on a variety of different musical styles, while Taylor Mac’s book scenes present a series of vignettes for the Savannah residents.

Photos: First Look at MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2024

Get a first look at photos of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil at Goodman Theatre. See who is starring and learn more about the production!

MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Extends at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2024

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil has been extended at Goodman Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: J. Harrison Ghee, Sierra Boggess, And More Prep For MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2024

Check out photos from inside rehearsals for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil—a world-premiere musical based on John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book!

Video: Rob Ashford Discusses MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2024

Watch as Rob Ashford discusses Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.

Full Cast Set for MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2024

The complete cast has been set for the world premiere of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil at Goodman Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of PURPOSE at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2024

Check out photos from opening night of Purpose at Steppenwolf Theatre Company.

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts Reveals Cast For CLYDE'S
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2023

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) Theatre Company has announced the full casting and creative team for Lynn Nottage’s critically acclaimed comedy Clyde’s. Find out who is starring in the show here!

Goodman Theatre, Paramount Theatre & More Nominated for Equity Jeff Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2023

Discover the nominations for the 55th Anniversary Jeff Awards for Equity Theater! Find out who made the cut and get ready for the highly anticipated awards ceremony.

Review: THE RIPPLE, THE WAVE THAT CARRIED ME HOME at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - Jan 24, 2023

In the ripple, the wave that carried me home, protagonist Janice must metaphorically reckon with her homecoming and her childhood in the fictional Beacon, Kansas.