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Review: GREASE at Theatre By The Sea
by Christopher Verleger - Jul 1, 2026

If the summer heat has you at wit’s end, there is no better way to stay cool than Theatre By The Sea’s stylish, energetic, remarkably entertaining production of “Grease,” the Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey musical that premiered on Broadway in 1972 and spawned the now classic 1978 movie starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John.

GREASE to Open at Theatre By The Sea for 93rd Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2026

Theatre By The Sea will present the musical Grease, this summer. In this all-new production, relive the timeless story of bad boy Danny and new girl Sandy as they fall in love in the original high school musical.

Kokandy Productions, Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre & More Nominated for 2023 Jeff Awards- See the Full List!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2024

Celebrating its 50th anniversary awarding recognition for Non-Equity theater, the Joseph Jefferson Awards has revealed its nominations for theater excellence among Non-Equity theater during the 2023 season.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Chicago Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER, Illinois Shakespeare Festival & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER, Circa Pintig & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards December 5th Standings; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Nov 20, 2023

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Kokandy Productions' AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical Extends At The Chopin Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023

Kokandy Productions' 'AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical' extends its run at The Chopin Theatre through December 10, 2023, with two additional weeks of performances.

First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; Circa Pintig Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Nov 13, 2023

The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical at Kokandy Productions
by Rachel Weinberg - Oct 1, 2023

Kokandy Productions’ Chicago premiere of AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical is a delectable, campy romp. Producing Artistic Director Derek Van Barham’s production is a mainly bloodless vision for the bloody tale of serial killer finance bro Patrick Bateman — and it’s an approach that works incredibly well for the material. I know that AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical was short-lived on Broadway and that that production was a literal bloodbath. The fact that Kokandy’s production substitutes red confetti for stage blood is a microcosm of how well this scrappy interpretation of the musical works: By making the show more camp, less horror story, audiences are then free to indulge in the satire and fun.

Kokandy Productions Presents the Chicago Premiere of AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical At The Chopin Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 16, 2023

Indulge in '80s excess and “pure, decadent pleasure” as Kokandy Productions concludes its 2023 season with the Chicago premiere of American Psycho: The Musical, directed by Producing Artistic Director Derek Van Barham, with music direction by Heidi Joosten and choreography by Breon Arzell, playing September 14 – November 26, 2023.

Kokandy Productions Reveals Cast for AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2023

Get the latest news on the cast announcement for Kokandy Productions' AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical. Find out who will be bringing this thrilling production to life at Kokand Productions.

Photo Coverage: Foundation For New American Musicals Presents FUTUREFEST at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Mar 23, 2017

Open Hydrant Theater Company at The Point and The Foundation of New American Musicals proudly presents the Third Annual Future Fest at 54 Below.