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Review: LEOPOLDSTADT at Writers Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - Jun 14, 2026

Tom Stoppard’s Leopoldstadt follows multiple generations of an Austrian Jewish family from prosperity to despair — spanning over 50 years from 1899 to 1955. Now in its Chicago-area premiere at Writers Theatre, the late Stoppard’s final play includes a cast of 24 actors and many, many characters. Leopoldstadt (named after the Jewish quarter of Vienna) is a sprawling and ambitious work.

29-Member Cast Set for LEOPOLDSTADT at Writers Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026

Writers Theatre will conclude its 2025/26 Season with Leopoldstadt, written by the late, celebrated playwright Tom Stoppard, directed by Carey Perloff.

Cast Set for DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE at Peninsula Players Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2025

Peninsula Players Theatre will continue its 90th season with 'Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise,' a witty and touching love story inspired by the courtship of the Tony Award-winning playwright's parents. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Review: THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK at Northlight Theatre
by Zac Thriffiley - Sep 15, 2024

Now receiving its Chicagoland premiere, Northlight Theatre’s THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK features brilliant performances and moments of exquisite stagecraft, though the play’s lean script occasionally saps the production of necessary tension and greater thematic depth.

THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK Comes to Northlight Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2024

Northlight Theatre will open its 2024–2025 season with The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk. Learn more about the production here!

The Beautiful City Project Will Host March Cabaret CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2024

The Beautiful City Project has announced the cast of its interactive March cabaret, CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE. With over 30 performers coming ready with 3 60-second cuts of songs, the audience will choose which of the 3 songs it wants to hear throughout the night.

The Beautiful City Project's CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE to be Presented in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2024

The Beautiful City Project has revealed the cast of its interactive March cabaret. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets!

Photos/Video: First Look At FIDDLER ON THE ROOF At Drury Lane Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2024

Drury Lane Theatre has released first look photos and video of its final show of the 2023/2024 season, the beloved Fiddler on the Roof.

Photos & Video: First Look at FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Drury Lane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2024

Get a first look at photos and video of Drury Lane Theatre's Fiddler on the Roof. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace, IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Feb 2, 2024

The new production at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace is Fiddler on the Roof.  Under the direction of Elizabeth Margolius, this is a different looking production. It works. The scenic design is subtle but very powerful.

Cast Set for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Drury Lane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2024

Drury Lane Theatre has revealed the cast of Fiddler on the Roof, directed by Elizabeth Margolius. See photos below!

Video: First Look at Alexander Gemignani & More in BIG FISH at Marriott Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2023

Get a first look at footage of Big Fish at Marriott Theatre starring Alexander Gemignani and more.

VODE: Get A First Look At Marriott Theatre's With BIG FISH, The Musical
by Alan Henry - Feb 3, 2023

The Marriott Theatre's 2023 season launches with the family-friendly musical adventure, BIG FISH, now on stage through March 19, 2023. Get a first look at the production.

Review: BIG FISH at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Feb 2, 2023

What did our critic think of Big Fish? The new theater season has begun. The current production at Marriott Theatre is Big Fish which is based upon the novel by Daniel Wallace and the Columbia Motion Picture written by John August. The book is by John August and music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Under the direction of Henry Godinez and associate director and choreographer Tommy Rapley, this story of a big fish, a witch, Karl the giant, a mermaid and a circus run by a werewolf are brought to life in all their glory. In the end, though, it is about love and family.

Photos: First Look At Alexander Gemignani and The Cast of BIG FISH At Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2023

The Marriott Theatre’s 2023 season launches with the family-friendly musical adventure, BIG FISH! See photos of Broadway star Andrew Gemignani and more in new character portraits!

Photos: Porchlight Music Theatre Presents PORCHLIGHT REVISITS THE APPLE TREE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2022

See photos from opening night of Porchlight Music Theatre's Porchlight Revisits The Apple Tree, book and lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, book and music by Jerry Bock with additional material by James Coopersmith.

Review: Porchlight Revisits THE APPLE TREE
by Rachel Weinberg - Dec 9, 2022

Porchlight Music Theatre invited audiences to take another bite of musical theater history with Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick’s THE APPLE TREE. The musical, composed of three one-acts centered on the theme of temptation, was the season opener for the Porchlight Revisits series. As usual, Porchight Artistic Director Michael Weber introduced the show with a brief educational talk on THE APPLE TREE’s history.

Marriott Theatre Launches 2023 Season With BIG FISH, The Musical
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2022

The Marriott Theatre's 2023 season launches with the family-friendly musical adventure, BIG FISH, previewing Wednesday, January 25, opening Wednesday, February 1 at 7:30pm and closing March 19, 2023.

Cast and Creative Team Announced For Porchlight Music Theatre's THE APPLE TREE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2022

Porchlight Music Theatre begins its ninth season of Chicago's “lost” musicals series with Porchlight Revisits The Apple Tree, book and lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, book and music by Jerry Bock with additional material by James Coopersmith.

Marriott Theatre Presents HELLO, DOLLY! This Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2022

HELLO, DOLLY!, the musical adaptation of Thornton Wilder's hit play 'The Matchmaker,' bursts with humor, romance, and some of the greatest songs in musical theatre history. Experience this charming Broadway hit directed and choreographed by 2-time Tony Award nominee Denis Jones. Musical direction is by Jeff Award winner Ryan T. Nelson.