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Review: HEARTBREAK HOTEL at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
by Tina St. Angelo - Apr 18, 2026

What did our critic think of HEARTBREAK HOTEL at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL?

Review: HEARTBREAK HOTEL at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire
by Tina St. Angelo - Apr 20, 2026

What did our critic How great to be known by one name…. Dixie Locke (Anna Louise Bramlett) says that to Elvis Presley about Marlon Brando before Elvis becomes one name. The current production at the Marriott Lincolnshire Theatre is Heartbreak Hotel. This tells the story of Elvis’ rise up to the 1968 Christmas (Comeback) Special.

Video: In Rehearsal with Tyler Hanes and the Cast of HEARTBREAK HOTEL at the Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2026

Heartbreak Hotel will come to the Marriott Theatre in April, starring Tyler Hanes as Elvis Presley. Performances will run April 8 - May 31, 2026. Check out new videos from inside rehearsal as star Tyler Hanes and the cast perform, 'That's Alright' and more.

Tyler Hanes Will Lead HEARTBREAK HOTEL at the Marriott Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

Heartbreak Hotel will come to the Marriott Theatre in April, starring Tyler Hanes as Elvis Presley. Performances will run April 8 - May 31, 2026. Learn more here!

Video: Watch Songs From JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAM COAT at Marriott Theatre
by Michael Major - Feb 25, 2025

One of the most enduring shows of all time, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT is a reimagining of the story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors. ‍Watch videos of songs now!

Video: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Marriott Theatre
by Michael Major - Feb 11, 2025

Watch a video from Marriott Theatre's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s score is packed with musical theatre classics, including “Any Dream Will Do,” “Close Every Door,” and “Go, Go, Go Joseph.”

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Opens Marriott Theatre 50th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2025

Marriott Theatre officially kicks off its 50th Anniversary Season with one of the most enduring and beloved musicals of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, previewing on Wednesday, February 5, opening on Wednesday, February 12 at 7pm and running through March 30. 

LES MISERABLES SCHOOL EDITION and DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. to be Streamed by The Performer's School
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2021

The Performer’s School co-founders Stacey Flaster and Liz Fauntleroy found a way to provide students with a COVID-safe, performing experience. The finished products will be streamed from May 21-23 and 28-30 for LES MISÉRABLES and May 28-30 and June 4-6 for DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR.

Photo Flash: First Look at OLIVER! at The Marriott Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2019

The Marriott Theatre presents Lionel Bart's OLIVER!, which is now running through Sunday, December 29th. The Tony Award-winning musical based on the classic Charles Dickens novel, Oliver Twist, is directed by eight-time Jeff Award winner for Outstanding Direction, Nick Bowling, with musical direction by Jeff Award winner Ryan T. Nelson and choreography by Jeff Award winner Brenda Didier.

The Marriott Theatre Announces Casting For OLIVER!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2019

The Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Dr. in Lincolnshire, is proud to bring the Victorian streets of London live to Lincolnshire with Lionel Bart's OLIVER!, previewing Wednesday, October 30th, opening Wednesday, November 6th at 7:30 p.m., and closing Sunday, December 29th. The Tony Award-winning musical based on the classic Charles Dickens novel, Oliver Twist, is directed by eight-time Jeff Award winner for Outstanding Direction, Nick Bowling, with musical direction by Jeff Award winner Ryan T. Nelson and choreography by Jeff Award winner Brenda Didier.

Photo Flash: THE PAJAMA GAME Opens At Theatre At The Center
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2019

Theatre at the Center's production of The Pajama Game had its opening night performance on Sunday, September 15 at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster.  Artistic Director Linda Fortunato cast Curtis Bannister as Sid, Elizabeth Telford as Babe, Cynthia Carter as Mabel, Kelly Felthous as Gladys, Jason Grimm as Hines, Dan Klarer as Prez, Rick Rapp as Pop and Steve Silver as Mr. Hasler in the musical comedy romance The Pajama Game.

VIDEO: JUNIE B JONES, THE MUSICAL at the Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2019

Live a day in the life of this ever lovable and outspoken first grader with the premiere of Junie B. Jones, The Musical, at Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences, 10 Marriott Drive in Lincolnshire. Running from July 12 to August 11, 2019, with press opening on Saturday, July 20 at 10 a.m., this special one-hour presentation explores the wonderful works of Barbara Park's beloved best-selling books. Created by the team who brought Dear Edwina to the stage-Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich-and developed into a genuinely comical (and not strictly-for-kids) musical by TheatreworksUSA, Junie B. Jones, The Musical is directed and choreographed by Johanna McKenzie Miller, with musical direction by Ellen Morris.

Photo Flash: Marriott Theatre Celebrates Opening Night Of DARLING GRENADINE
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 8, 2019

With its surprising melding of off-beat, whimsical humor and serious themes of denial and loss, DARLING GRENADINE makes its Midwest premiere, running June 26th  through August 18th with a press opening on Sunday, July 7that 5:00 p.m. at Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire.

The Marriott Theatre Announces Casting For JUNIE B. JONES, THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2019

Live a day in the life of this ever lovable and outspoken first grader with the premiere of Junie B. Jones, The Musical, at Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences, 10 Marriott Drive in Lincolnshire. Running from July 12 to August 11, 2019, with press opening on Saturday, July 20 at 10 a.m., this special one-hour presentation explores the wonderful works of Barbara Park's beloved best-selling books. Created by the team who brought Dear Edwina to the stage-Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich-and developed into a genuinely comical (and not strictly-for-kids) musical by TheatreworksUSA, Junie B. Jones, The Musical is directed and choreographed by Johanna McKenzie Miller, with musical direction by Ellen Morris.

DARLING GRENADINE Opens At The Marriott Theatre Next Month
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2019

With its surprising melding of off-beat, whimsical humor and serious themes of denial and loss, DARLING GRENADINE makes its Midwest premiere, running June 26th  through August 18thwith a press opening on Sunday, July 7th at 5:00 p.m. at Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Featuring an eclectic score and stirring book and lyrics by Daniel Zaitchik, DARLING GRENADINE takes audiences on an emotional journey of highs and lows, where old meets new and romance meets reality. Directed by Jeff Award winner Aaron Thielen, with musical direction by Jeff Award winner Ryan T. Nelson, this exhilarating show continues Marriott Theatre's long tradition of presenting new musicals.

The Marriott Theatre Announces Casting For DARLING GRENADINE, Runs June 26 Through August 18
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2019

With its surprising melding of off-beat, whimsical humor and serious themes of denial and loss, DARLING GRENADINE makes its Midwest premiere, running June 26th  through August 18th with a press opening on Sunday, July 7th at 5:00 p.m. at Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Featuring an eclectic score and stirring book and lyrics by Daniel Zaitchik, DARLING GRENADINE takes audiences on an emotional journey of highs and lows, where old meets new and romance meets reality. Directed by Jeff Award winner Aaron Thielen, with musical direction by Jeff Award winner Ryan T. Nelson, this exhilarating show continues Marriott Theatre's long tradition of presenting new musicals.

Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On First Stage's MATILDA The Musical
by Alan Henry - Jan 17, 2019

First Stage MATILDA The Musical, featuring music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and book by Dennis Kelly is now on stage. This is the first full-length musical First Stage has produced, performing at the Marcus Center's Todd Wehr Theater January 11 - February 24, 2019.  Get a first look at the production below!

Photo Flash: Get A First Look At First Stage's MATILDA The Musical
by Alan Henry - Jan 17, 2019

First Stage MATILDA The Musical, featuring music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and book by Dennis Kelly is now on stage. This is the first full-length musical First Stage has produced, performing at the Marcus Center's Todd Wehr Theater January 11 - February 24, 2019.  Get a first look at the production below!

BWW Review: MATILDA Brings Big Magic to Milwaukee's FIRST STAGE
by Kelsey Lawler - Jan 16, 2019

Director Jeff Frank's team of all-star creatives and actors is serving up a Broadway-caliber production, made all the more special with First Stage's signature small-scale intimacy and kid-friendly flair.

Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical Kicks Off The New Year At First Stage
by BWW News Desk - Jan 11, 2019

Milwaukee theater audiences young and old are in for a real treat this January when First Stage proudly presents Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical, Book by Dennis Kelly and Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin.