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A VERY KALAMAZOO CHRISTMAS Opens in November at Farmers Alley Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre will open its holiday season with A Very Kalamazoo Christmas, a new comedy by Michigan playwright Robert Hawlmark, beginning November 20, 2025.

THE FIRST LADY OF TELEVISION Extends at Northlight Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2025

Northlight Theatre has extended its 50th Anniversary season opener, James Sherman’s The First Lady of Television, directed by Artistic Director BJ Jones. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

THE FIRST LADY OF TELEVISION To Open Northlight's 50th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2025

Northlight Theatre will open its 50th Anniversary season with James Sherman’s new play The First Lady of Television, directed by Artistic Director BJ Jones. Learn more!

American Blues Theater Will Host Blue Bash
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025

American Blues Theater, under the continued leadership of Executive Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside, has announced Casino Royale, the 2025 Blue Bash, a fundraiser celebrating the company's history and artistry.

American Blues Theater to Present 23rd Production IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2024

American Blues Theater will present the 23rd annual production of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!, a holiday classic reimagined as a 1940s radio broadcast. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Steppenwolf Celebrates Opening Night of NOISES OFF
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 27, 2024

Steppenwolf Theatre Company has officially opened its 49th season with a revival of Michael Frayn’s classic comedy Noises Off. Check out photos from inside opening night below!

Review: JUDGMENT DAY AT CHICAGO SHAKESPEARE THEATER at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Rachel Weinberg - May 2, 2024

JUDGMENT DAY may be a world premiere comedy, but it trades in old-school jokes. Rob Ulin’s play is relatively simple and wears its moral heart on its sleeve (Main takeaway: Don’t be a jerk), even if lead role Sammy Campo doesn’t have a heart at all. While JUDGMENT DAY pokes some fun at the Catholic church, the play’s satire is not that deep. That said, this play is swiftly moving and delightfully entertaining, and it fully delivers on the promise of offering audiences a good time. 

Video: First Look at Jason Alexander in JUDGMENT DAY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Joshua Wright - May 2, 2024

Get a first look at Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Judgment Day, a hilariously irreverent world premiere comedy starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Jason Alexander (Seinfeld) in his Chicago stage debut.

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 26, 2024

Get a first look at Jason Alexander in Judgement Day at Chicago Shakespeare Theater! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for JUDGMENT DAY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater with Jason Alexander & More
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2024

Go inside rehearsals for Chicago Shakespeare Theater's production of Judgment Day, a hilariously irreverent world premiere comedy starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Jason Alexander (Seinfeld) in his Chicago stage debut.

Photos: Jason Alexander in Rehearsal For JUDGMENT DAY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024

Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present Judgment Day, a hilariously irreverent world premiere comedy starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Jason Alexander (Seinfeld) in his Chicago stage debut. Check out rehearsal photos here!

Video: Jason Alexander Talks JUDGMENT DAY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 23, 2024

Jason Alexander discusses why he is excited to dive into rehearsals for the world premiere comedy JUDGMENT DAY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, running April 23–May 26, 2024 in the video here!

Jason Alexander to Star in JUDGMENT DAY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2024

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the full company of Judgment Day, a world premiere comedy starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Jason Alexander in his Chicago stage debut.

American Blues Theater Will Open New Home With IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIFE IN CHICAGO!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2023

American Blues Theater announces its 22nd Annual Production of It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago! from Frank Capra’s film and directed by Executive Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside with musical direction by Ensemble Member Michael Mahler.

American Blues Theater to Present 21st Annual Production of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2022

American Blues Theater has announced its 21st Annual Production of It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago! It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago! will run November 23 – December 23, 2022 at Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division, Chicago. The press opening is Sunday, November 27 at 2:30pm.

BWW Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, LIVE IN CHICAGO! at American Blues Theater
by Patrick Rybarczyk - Dec 9, 2021

It's that time of year when we celebrate our favorite cherished holiday traditions. For many, that includes watching a classic Frank Capra film that tells the story of Bedford Falls' own George Bailey. It's filled with many iconic Hollywood moments that are forever etched in our hearts and minds. Perhaps it's this tried-and-true story that makes it the perfect fit as a staged radio play. American Blue Theater's It's a Wonderful, Live In Chicago! is back in person and it's truly a holiday gem.

American Blues Theater Welcomes In-Person Audiences Back With IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2021

American Blues Theater marks its return to live, in-person theater with its 20th Annual Production of It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago! from Frank Capra’s film and directed by Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside with musical direction by Ensemble Member Michael Mahler.

Berkeley Rep Streams TIN SOLDIER This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2020

This holiday season Berkeley Rep will stream Tony Award winner (and frequent Berkeley Rep collaborator) Mary Zimmerman's The Steadfast Tin Soldier, produced by Lookingglass Theatre Company. Beginning December 1 audiences and their families can experience the beloved classic as the production streams into their homes. Based on Hans Christian Andersen's story about a little tin soldier who never gives up, this production is a gorgeous spectacle of music and movement that is perfect for the whole family.  

Lookingglass To Stream Mary Zimmerman's THE STEADFAST TIN SOLDIER
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2020

Lookingglass Theatre Company presents the holiday stream of Ensemble Member Mary Zimmerman's The Steadfast Tin Soldier. Experience Chicago's beloved holiday tradition with your family this holiday season, as the production streams into your home this December!  Based on Hans Christian Andersen's story about a little tin soldier who never gives up, this production is a gorgeous spectacle of music and movement that is perfect for the whole family.

The Repertory Theatre Of St. Louis Examines Allyship With A Virtual Reading Of BLACK LIKE ME
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2020

As the national call for social justice increases, The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis is honored to support BIPOC artists and stories.