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10th Annual BELTING FOR LIFE to Return to Chicago in May at Evanston SPACE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2025

Chicago's favorite evening of big voices for a big cause, will return with the 10th annual Belting for Life in May. This year's milestone event has a new home at Evanston SPACE. Learn how to attend.

PURE IMAGINATION Comes to The Beautiful City Project in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2025

The Beautiful City Project has announced the cast of PURE IMAGINATION, a delicious evening of delectable treats - both musically and culinarily. Learn more about the performance here!

Missy Wise Vanderzee to Bring LET'S GO GIRLS! THE CONCERT at The Den Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2025

Get your tickets for a night of toe-tappin', knee-slappin', hootin' and hollerin' as 'Let's Go Girls The Concert' returns to Chicago at The Den Theatre. Learn more.

Video: Clips From IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at the Mariott Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024

All new clips have been released from Irving Berlin's White Christmas at the Marriott Theatre. The production runs through December 29.  Check out all of the clips in the videos here.

Photos: Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS Opens At Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2024

Enjoy one of America’s most cherished silver screen classics, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, on stage at Marriott Theatre this holiday season. Check out photos from opening night.

Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Marriott Theatre
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Nov 8, 2024

Read our review of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Marriott Theatre.

Video/Photos: Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS At Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2024

Check out photos and video of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, on stage at Marriott Theatre this holiday season, previewing on Wednesday, October 30, opening Wednesday, November 6 at 7:30pm and running through December 29.

Photos: Inside The Beautiful City Project's A SECRET GARDEN PARTY
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2024

The Beautiful City Project's May Fundraiser, a A SECRET GARDEN PARTY, was a memorable Memorial Day event, held at the home of Dan Ratner & Genevieve Thiers.

The Beautiful City Project Will Host A SECRET GARDEN PARTY in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024

The Beautiful City Project has announced the cast of its unique May fundraising cabaret. A SECRET GARDEN PARTY will feature over a dozen songs about gardens and flowers, bringing gorgeous tunes to life. This VIP-level event will raise funds for TBCP's upcoming production of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, whose proceeds will go to the fantastic organization Intentional Sports.

9th Annual BELTING FOR LIFE Benefit Concert to Take Place at Mercury Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2024

Join the 9th annual BELTING FOR LIFE benefit concert, presented by Jeff Award-winning director and HIV+ activist Christopher Pazdernik, supporting the AIDS Foundation Chicago. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Missy Wise Vanderzee To Bring Her Sold Out Show LET'S GO GIRLS Back To Venus Cabaret
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2024

Get ready for a night of toe-tappin', knee-slappin' country music as 'Let's Go Girls' returns to Venus Cabaret Theater Chicago.

Photos: The Beautiful City Project's OSCAR NIGHT, Honoring A Year's Worth Of Charities & Non-Profits
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2023

The Beautiful City Project's OSCAR NIGHT was an evening of songs that have won the coveted award of 'Best Song' at the Oscars, and paid tribute to the numerous organizations that TBCP have raised funds an awareness for over the past year. Hosted by Stephen Schellhardt & Devin DeSantis, the show featured performances across a span of 9 decades, and included top Chicago musical theatre talent, a 12-piece orchestra, and 12-person choir.

Celebrate the Iconic Women of Country Music with Two-Time Jeff Award Winner Missy Wise Vanderzee
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 10, 2023

Join two-time Jeff Award winner Missy Wise Vanderzee as she pays tribute to the most influential female country artists of all time in 'Let's Go Girls!' Experience the unforgettable voice of Vanderzee and immerse yourself in the evolution of country music. Get your tickets now!

The Beautiful City Project's 90s SUMMER BLOCK PARTY To Raise Funds For Guitars Over Guns Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2023

The Beautiful City Project has announced the cast of 90s SUMMER BLOCK PARTY, with proceeds to benefit Guitars Over Guns Chicago, a charity that believes that music, combined with strong, consistent mentorship, can reshape the trajectory of a student's life from our vulnerable communities.

Photos: MOTHERFREAKINGHOOD! Makes Its Chicago Premiere At The Venus Cabaret Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2023

See photos of MotherFreakingHood! at Chicago's Venus Cabaret Theater.

New Musical MOTHERFREAKINGHOOD Comes to Chicago in May
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2023

Grab your friends, hire a sitter, and get ready to laugh your abs off! MotherFreakingHood!, the uproarious musical comedy celebrating the world’s second-oldest profession, is coming to Chicago’s Venus Cabaret Theater. This new, original musical by Julie Dunlap and Sara Stotts is directed by Heidi Van, with music direction by Linda Madonia. 

Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre to Celebrate Silver Anniversary With LIGHTS UP ON 25 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 22, 2022

Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre is set to celebrate 25 years of moving, intimate, thought-provoking musical theater with the Lights Up on 25 gala on Saturday, September 17, 2022. The gala celebration will take place at their theatrical home on Howard Street in Evanston beginning at 6:30pm.

Photos: First Look At THE WIZARD OF OZ At Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2022

The Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences returns this summer with THE WIZARD OF OZ! Families will relive this beloved tale of four unlikely friends on the adventure of a lifetime at the Marriott Theatre. See first look photos of the production!

BALL NIGHT, Featuring Cubs Anthem Singer John Vincent and More, Will Raise Funds And Awareness For Special Olympics Illinois
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2022

The Beautiful City Project announces the cast of its August fundraising cabaret BALL NIGHT, with proceeds to benefit Special Olympics Illinois, an organization that provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.

The Marriott Theatre For Young Audiences Returns This Summer With THE WIZARD OF OZ
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2022

The Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences returns this summer with THE WIZARD OF OZ! Families will relive this beloved tale of four unlikely friends on the adventure of a lifetime at the Marriott Theatre, located at 10 Marriott Dr. Lincolnshire, running July 8, 2022 through August 7, with a press opening on July 16 at 10:00AM.