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Cast Set for STRANGE CARGO: THE DOOM OF THE DEMETER at City Lit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 2, 2025

City Lit’s 45th season will continue in October with the world premiere of Timothy Griffin’s STRANGE CARGO: THE DOOM OF THE DEMETER. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

City Lit Reveals First Group Of Artistic Associates
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025

City Lit Theater has announced a cohort of Artistic Associates for the first time in its 45-year history. Learn more about the full lineup for this first cohort here!

A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM is Coming to Skokie Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2025

MadKap Productions will present the hilarious musical A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre. Learn more!

A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM Begins at Skokie Theatre in July
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2025

MadKap Productions will open its 11th season at Skokie Theatre with the classic Tony Award-winning musical comedy A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM, running July 11 through August 3, 2025 for 13 performances at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave. in Downtown Skokie.

City Lit Theater Unveils 2025-26 Season Including New Works
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 17, 2025

City Lit Theater has announced its programming for the 2025-26 season, the company’s 45th. The season will have a strong focus on new works by Chicago-area writers.

Photos: Jessica Cluess's A SHADOW BRIGHT AND BURNING at the Edge Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024

Black Button Eyes Productions has released production photos from their World Premiere adaptation of Jessica Cluess’s A SHADOW BRIGHT AND BURNING. This intriguing adaptation by Ed Rutherford about Lovecraftian horrors from another dimension invading Victorian England runs through September 28, 2024, at the Edge Theater.

Black Button Eyes Productions Unveils Cast And Crew For A SHADOW BRIGHT AND BURNING
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2024

BLACK BUTTON EYES PRODUCTIONS has announced the cast and crew for A SHADOW BRIGHT AND BURNING, opening August 23.

Cast and Creative Team Set for A SHADOW BRIGHT AND BURNING at the Edge Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2024

Black Button Eyes Productions has revealed the cast and crew for A SHADOW BRIGHT AND BURNING, a world premiere adaptation of the fantasy novel by Jessica Cluess. Learn more nd see how to purchase tickets.

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.

Photos: First Look at Blank Theatre Company's PROMISES, PROMISES
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2023

Blank Theatre Company presents the second and final show of their 2023 season, “Promises, Promises”, running this month. Check out all new production photos here!

Full Cast & Creative Team Announced For PROMISES, PROMISES At Blank Theatre Company; Previews Begin December 1
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2023

Blank Theatre Company presents 'Promises, Promises' with a talented cast and creative team. Set in 1968 New York City, the show follows Chuck Baxter as he navigates love and corporate schemes. Don't miss this captivating production!

Hell in a Handbag's MURDER, REWROTE Extends Through Late September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2023

Get all the details on Hell in a Handbag's critically acclaimed production of MURDER, REWROTE. Find out when it's running and when it closes, and make sure you don't miss this captivating show before it's too late.

Photos: First Look at Hell in a Handbag Productions' MURDER, REWROTE
by Stephi Wild - Aug 16, 2023

Hell in a Handbag Productions will conclude its 21st season with the world premiere musical parody Murder, ReWrote, playing August 10 – September 16, 2023 at The Den Theatre. Check out photos here!

Photos: First Look at Hell in a Handbag Productions' MURDER REWROTE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 14, 2023

Hell in a Handbag Productions is concluding its 21st season with the world premiere musical parody Murder, ReWrote, playing August 10 – September 16, 2023 at The Den Theatre (Upstairs Mainstage) in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood. The press opening is Sunday, August 13 at 7 pm. Check out promo photos here!

MURDER, REWROTE Comes to the Den Theatre in August
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023

Hell in a Handbag Productions will conclude its 21st season with the world premiere musical parody Murder, ReWrote, playing August 10 – September 16, 2023 at The Den Theatre (Upstairs Mainstage) 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood.

Nominations for 2023 Jeff Awards for Non-Equity Theater Announced; See the Full List!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2023

Kicking off the new year, the Joseph Jefferson Awards announced its nominations for theater excellence among Non-Equity theater. See the full list!

Hell in a Handbag Productions Announces 2022-23 Season Featuring FRANKENSTREISAND World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2022

Hell in a Handbag Productions has announced its 2022-23 season. The 21st season kicks off with the world premiere of FRANKENSTREISAND, conceived and written by ensemble member Tyler Anthony Smith* and directed by Stephanie Shaw, playing September 29 – October 31, 2022.

Black Button Eyes Productions Presents MARY ROSE At The Edge Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2022

Black Button Eyes Productions will conclude its 2021-22 season with the world premiere musical Mary Rose, featuring book and lyrics by Producing Artistic Director Ed Rutherford, music and lyrics by Jeff Bouthiette, adapted from play of the same name by J.M. Barrie (Peter Pan), directed by Ed Rutherford with music direction by Nick Sula and choreography by Derek Van Barham.

Black Button Eyes Productions Presents the World Premiere of MARY ROSE At The Edge Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2021

Black Button Eyes Productions will conclude its 2021-22 season this winter with the world premiere musical Mary Rose, featuring book and lyrics by Producing Artistic Director Ed Rutherford, music and lyrics by Jeff Bouthiette, adapted from play of the same name by J.M. Barrie (Peter Pan), directed by Ed Rutherford with music direction by Nick Sula and choreography by Derek Van Barham.

Black Button Eyes Productions' Presents the World Premiere of MARY ROSE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2021

Black Button Eyes Productions is pleased to conclude its 2021-22 season this winter with the world premiere musical Mary Rose, featuring book, music and lyrics by Producing Artistic Director Ed Rutherford and Jeff Bouthiette, adapted from play of the same name by J.M. Barrie (Peter Pan), directed by Ed Rutherford with music direction by Nick Sula and choreography by Derek Van Barham.