Chase Wheaton-Werle
Latest News on Chase Wheaton-Werle:
The Jeff Awards Reveals Nominations for 52nd Non-Equity Theater Awards (Feb 5, 2026)
Full Cast Set for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre (Jan 29, 2026)
Photos: Oil Lamp Theater’s IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY Runs Through December 28 (Nov 24, 2025)
The Jeff Awards Reveals Nominations for 52nd Non-Equity Theater Awards (Feb 5, 2026)
Full Cast Set for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre (Jan 29, 2026)
Photos: Oil Lamp Theater’s IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY Runs Through December 28 (Nov 24, 2025)
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The Jeff Awards Reveals Nominations for 52nd Non-Equity Theater Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
The 57th Jeff Awards ceremony will recognize outstanding achievements in Chicago's Equity theater scene, celebrating over 40 artists from the 2024-25 season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
The 57th Jeff Awards ceremony will recognize outstanding achievements in Chicago's Equity theater scene, celebrating over 40 artists from the 2024-25 season.
Full Cast Set for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2026
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the full company of the 'musical within a comedy,' The Drowsy Chaperone. Theo invites audiences to settle in as a die-hard musical fan drops the needle on his favorite cast album.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2026
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the full company of the 'musical within a comedy,' The Drowsy Chaperone. Theo invites audiences to settle in as a die-hard musical fan drops the needle on his favorite cast album.
Photos: Oil Lamp Theater’s IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY Runs Through December 28
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater is presenting IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY, adapted by Joe Landry and directed by Lauren Katz, through December 28 at 1723 Glenview Road. The production will run approximately two hours including intermission.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater is presenting IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY, adapted by Joe Landry and directed by Lauren Katz, through December 28 at 1723 Glenview Road. The production will run approximately two hours including intermission.
Cast and Creatives Set for IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Oil Lamp Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for its next production and the final production in its 2025 season, It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for its next production and the final production in its 2025 season, It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play. Learn more!
Playwrights to Debut New Works As Part Of Waukegan Theatre Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024
Three Brothers Theatre in Waukegan, IL, is showcasing new plays from resident playwrights in a weekend-long reading series as part of the Waukegan Theatre Festival. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024
Three Brothers Theatre in Waukegan, IL, is showcasing new plays from resident playwrights in a weekend-long reading series as part of the Waukegan Theatre Festival. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Three Brothers Theatre Announces 23-24 Virtual Resident Playwrights
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2023
On the verge of celebrating their tenth anniversary season, Three Brothers Theatre of Waukegan, Illinois has announced their cohort of playwrights for a year-long virtual residency of new work development. The residency was created to support living playwrights in the process of creating new plays.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2023
On the verge of celebrating their tenth anniversary season, Three Brothers Theatre of Waukegan, Illinois has announced their cohort of playwrights for a year-long virtual residency of new work development. The residency was created to support living playwrights in the process of creating new plays.
The Factory Theater to Present WISE GUYS: THE FIRST CHRISTMAS STORY and More In 2023-2024 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - May 27, 2023
The Factory Theater, presenting Lane Call: A NIght of Closing, June 16 - July 22, has announced its 29th anniversary season of world premieres including Chase Wheaton-Werle's Wise Guys: The First Christmas Story, November 3 - December 16; Michael Jones's Party At The Pantheon: A Modern Greek Stoner Comedy, February 9 - March 23, 2024 and Kirk Pynchon and Mike Beyer's Die Hard 4 Your Luv, May 31 - July 13, 2024.
by Blair Ingenthron - May 27, 2023
The Factory Theater, presenting Lane Call: A NIght of Closing, June 16 - July 22, has announced its 29th anniversary season of world premieres including Chase Wheaton-Werle's Wise Guys: The First Christmas Story, November 3 - December 16; Michael Jones's Party At The Pantheon: A Modern Greek Stoner Comedy, February 9 - March 23, 2024 and Kirk Pynchon and Mike Beyer's Die Hard 4 Your Luv, May 31 - July 13, 2024.
The Factory Theater Cancels THE HOA Previews This Weekend To Due To Small Electrical Fire
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2022
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., is canceling the preview performances for The HOA this weekend, September 9 - 11, due to a small fire at the theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2022
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., is canceling the preview performances for The HOA this weekend, September 9 - 11, due to a small fire at the theater.
World Premiere Play THE HOA Begins September 9 At The Factory Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2022
The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St., presents the first production in its 28th season, the world premiere of The HOA, September 9 - October 20, written by Angelina Martinez and directed by Christy Arington.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2022
The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St., presents the first production in its 28th season, the world premiere of The HOA, September 9 - October 20, written by Angelina Martinez and directed by Christy Arington.
The Factory Theater Announces 28th Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2022
The Factory Theater has announced its 28th anniversary season of world premieres including Angelina Martinez’s HOA, September 9 – October 22, Shannon O’Neill’s The Kelly Girls, February 17 – April 1, 2023 and Len Foote and Scott OKen’s Lane Call, June 9 – July 22, 2023 and the late night variety show series Factory After Dark.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2022
The Factory Theater has announced its 28th anniversary season of world premieres including Angelina Martinez’s HOA, September 9 – October 22, Shannon O’Neill’s The Kelly Girls, February 17 – April 1, 2023 and Len Foote and Scott OKen’s Lane Call, June 9 – July 22, 2023 and the late night variety show series Factory After Dark.
Factory Theaater to Remount LAST NIGHT IN KARAOKE TOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2022
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., has announced the LIVE return of its hit production, Last Night in Karaoke Town, March 25-April 30.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2022
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., has announced the LIVE return of its hit production, Last Night in Karaoke Town, March 25-April 30.
The Factory Theatre Holiday Special Returns Virtually Next Week
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2021
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., is pleased to announce the return of their annual Holiday Show available for viewing exclusively online. The Factory Holiday Special consists of 4 all new performance pieces: Hamilton Beach 4/20 Special, All is Calm, There's Always Time, and Elf Slang for Murder.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2021
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., is pleased to announce the return of their annual Holiday Show available for viewing exclusively online. The Factory Holiday Special consists of 4 all new performance pieces: Hamilton Beach 4/20 Special, All is Calm, There's Always Time, and Elf Slang for Murder.
Random Acts Announces THE DIPLOMATS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2020
Fresh off the success of Random Acts' digital production of Scary Stories: Dark Web, the company will present THE DIPLOMATS by Nelson Diaz-Marcano, available to stream beginning this Thanksgiving (November 26, 2020).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2020
Fresh off the success of Random Acts' digital production of Scary Stories: Dark Web, the company will present THE DIPLOMATS by Nelson Diaz-Marcano, available to stream beginning this Thanksgiving (November 26, 2020).
The Factory Theater Has Announced Cast Of LAST NIGHT IN KARAOKE TOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2019
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., has announced its newest main stage production, Last Night in Karaoke Town, February 14 - March 28, 2020. Written by Mike Beyer and Kirk Pynchon, creators of the Factory hit Hey! Dancin'!, bring the only known tribute to Cleveland in the history of American theater to the Factory this winter, directed by Kim Boler. Previews are Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 16 at 3 p.m. Press Opening is Friday, February 21, 2020 at 8 p.m. and the regular performance schedule is Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets for Last Night in Karaoke Town are $10 - $25 and may be purchased through the Box Office by calling 866-811-4111 or by visiting TheFactoryTheater.com.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2019
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., has announced its newest main stage production, Last Night in Karaoke Town, February 14 - March 28, 2020. Written by Mike Beyer and Kirk Pynchon, creators of the Factory hit Hey! Dancin'!, bring the only known tribute to Cleveland in the history of American theater to the Factory this winter, directed by Kim Boler. Previews are Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 16 at 3 p.m. Press Opening is Friday, February 21, 2020 at 8 p.m. and the regular performance schedule is Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets for Last Night in Karaoke Town are $10 - $25 and may be purchased through the Box Office by calling 866-811-4111 or by visiting TheFactoryTheater.com.
The Factory Theater to Launch THE FACTORY ZONE, a Two-Night Event Featuring a Collection of Eight Plays
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2019
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., has announced the launch of The Factory Zone, a two-night event featuring a collection of eight plays and conceived by Factory Co-Artistic Directors Manny Tamayo and Stacie Barra. The Factory Zone will run Friday, Nov. 15 and Saturday, Nov. 16 at 8 p.m. Tickets for The Factory Zone are $10, and may be purchased through the Box Office by calling 866-811-4111 or by visiting TheFactoryTheater.com.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2019
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., has announced the launch of The Factory Zone, a two-night event featuring a collection of eight plays and conceived by Factory Co-Artistic Directors Manny Tamayo and Stacie Barra. The Factory Zone will run Friday, Nov. 15 and Saturday, Nov. 16 at 8 p.m. Tickets for The Factory Zone are $10, and may be purchased through the Box Office by calling 866-811-4111 or by visiting TheFactoryTheater.com.
Factory Theater Announces Casting for OH SH#T! IT'S HAUNTED!
by Julie Musbach - Aug 1, 2019
The Factory Theater opens its 27th season with Oh Sh#t! It's Haunted! September 27 a?" November 9, written by Factory Theater Ensemble Member Scott OKen and directed by Factory Theater Co-Artistic Director Manny Tamayo at the Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St.
by Julie Musbach - Aug 1, 2019
The Factory Theater opens its 27th season with Oh Sh#t! It's Haunted! September 27 a?" November 9, written by Factory Theater Ensemble Member Scott OKen and directed by Factory Theater Co-Artistic Director Manny Tamayo at the Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St.
Factory Theater Presents FACTORY AFTER DARK, July 13
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2019
The Factory Theater presents the return of its late night special event, Factory After Dark in its tenth incarnation Factory After Dark 10 with host Factory Ensemble Member Eric Roach, Saturday, July 13 at 10:30 p.m. at The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2019
The Factory Theater presents the return of its late night special event, Factory After Dark in its tenth incarnation Factory After Dark 10 with host Factory Ensemble Member Eric Roach, Saturday, July 13 at 10:30 p.m. at The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St.
The Factory Theater Announces Cast for The World Premiere Of Anthony Tournis'S PROPHET$
by Rebecca Russo - Mar 30, 2019
The Factory Theater concludes its 26th season with Prophet$, June 7 - July 20, written by Factory Theater Ensemble Member Anthony Tournis and directed by Factory Theater Ensemble Member Wm. Bullion, at the Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St., Chicago. Previews are Friday, June 7 and Saturday June 8 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, June 9 at 3 p.m. Opening night is Friday, June 14 at 8 p.m. Performance times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Ticket prices are $10 for previews, $18 for students and seniors and $25 for general admission. All tickets may be purchased through the box office at 866-811-4111 or by visiting TheFactoryTheater.com.
by Rebecca Russo - Mar 30, 2019
The Factory Theater concludes its 26th season with Prophet$, June 7 - July 20, written by Factory Theater Ensemble Member Anthony Tournis and directed by Factory Theater Ensemble Member Wm. Bullion, at the Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St., Chicago. Previews are Friday, June 7 and Saturday June 8 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, June 9 at 3 p.m. Opening night is Friday, June 14 at 8 p.m. Performance times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Ticket prices are $10 for previews, $18 for students and seniors and $25 for general admission. All tickets may be purchased through the box office at 866-811-4111 or by visiting TheFactoryTheater.com.
Plays, Directors And Cast Of Staged Readings Announced For ARTEMISIA FALL FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2018
Six directors and 30 actors from the Chicago theatre community will collaborate to create staged readings of six new feminist plays in the Artemisia Fall Festival 2018, to be performed September 24-26 and October 1-3 at The Edge Theater at 5451 N. Broadway. Artemisia Founding Artistic Director Julie Proudfoot and Literary Manager Sharai Bohannon have curated the festival from submissions solicited from writers, agents and literary managers across the US with whom the company has had working professional relationships. One play from the six to be performed will be chosen for further development by Artemisia Artistic Director Proudfoot, who will work closely with the playwright over the next two years to develop their feminist story for a full production in Chicago.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2018
Six directors and 30 actors from the Chicago theatre community will collaborate to create staged readings of six new feminist plays in the Artemisia Fall Festival 2018, to be performed September 24-26 and October 1-3 at The Edge Theater at 5451 N. Broadway. Artemisia Founding Artistic Director Julie Proudfoot and Literary Manager Sharai Bohannon have curated the festival from submissions solicited from writers, agents and literary managers across the US with whom the company has had working professional relationships. One play from the six to be performed will be chosen for further development by Artemisia Artistic Director Proudfoot, who will work closely with the playwright over the next two years to develop their feminist story for a full production in Chicago.
Photo Flash: First Look at Lost and Found Productions' BURNHAM'S DREAM: THE WHITE CITY
by Julie Musbach - Jun 5, 2018
The story of visionary architect Daniel H. Burnham and Chicago's great World's Fair comes to life in Lost and Found Productions' world premiere musical BURNHAM'S DREAM: THE WHITE CITY, with book and lyrics by June Finfer, music and lyrics by Elizabeth Doyle, direction by Erik Wagner, music direction by Paul W. Thompson and choreography by Jessica Texidor.
by Julie Musbach - Jun 5, 2018
The story of visionary architect Daniel H. Burnham and Chicago's great World's Fair comes to life in Lost and Found Productions' world premiere musical BURNHAM'S DREAM: THE WHITE CITY, with book and lyrics by June Finfer, music and lyrics by Elizabeth Doyle, direction by Erik Wagner, music direction by Paul W. Thompson and choreography by Jessica Texidor.
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