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Photos: AMADEUS Opens at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025

Steppenwolf Theatre Company recently opened Peter Shaffer’s AMADEUS, directed by Tony Award winner Robert Falls, in the Ensemble Theater. Check out photos from opening night here!

Peter Shaffer's AMADEUS Extends at Steppenwolf Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

Due to popular demand, Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s highly-anticipated production of Amadeus has added two additional weeks of performances.

Photos: AMADEUS At Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025

Steppenwolf Theatre Company is presenting Peter Shaffer’s AMADEUS, directed by Tony Award winner Robert Falls. Explore new production photos from Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s AMADEUS, featuring Ian Barford and members of the ensemble.

Photos: AMADEUS In Rehearsal At Steppenwolf Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025

Steppenwolf Theatre Company has released rehearsal photos for its upcoming production of Peter Shaffer’s Amadeus, directed by Tony Award winner Robert Falls in his Steppenwolf debut.

AMADEUS Now Extended at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025

Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 50th Anniversary Season with Peter Shaffer’s Oscar and Tony Award-winning masterpiece Amadeus, now extended. Learn more about the production here!

EURYDICE Comes to Writers Theatre in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2023

 Writers Theatre, under the leadership of Executive Director Kathryn M. Lipuma and Artistic Director Braden Abraham, kicks off its 2023/24 Season with Eurydice. Eurydice is written by Wilmette native and acclaimed playwright Sarah Ruhl and marks the directorial debut of Braden Abraham at Writers Theatre. 

A Red Orchid Theatre And Porchlight Music Theatre Team Up To Present WAR OF THE WELL(e)S
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2020

A Red Orchid Theatre and Porchlight Music Theatre announce the collaboration WAR OF THE WELL(e)S, an audio drama adaptation of the stage play written by Porchlight Artistic Director Michael Weber and directed by A Red Orchid Ensemble Member Lawrence Grimm.

Isabelle McCalla and More Join the Cast of Lyric's 42ND STREET, Starring Norm Lewis and Faith Prince
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2020

Lyric has announced full casting for its production of 42nd Street, to be presented May 29 - June 21, 2020, at the Lyric Opera House, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Chicago. Previously announced Broadway stars Norm Lewis (Julian Marsh) and Faith Prince (Dorothy Brock) are joined by Isabelle McCalla (Peggy Sawyer), who recently starred in Broadway's The Prom and Aladdin, and Ashley Day (Billy Lawlor), who reprises his role from the West End revival of 42nd Street.

*ROE* Makes Its Chicago Premiere January 18 At Goodman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2020

 Conceived in a pizza parlor and argued in the highest court in the land, the landmark 1973 case of Roe v. Wade legalized abortiona?"and is debated still today. Vanessa Stalling returns to the Goodman to direct the 15-member cast, including emblematic characters of plaintiff Norma McCorvey (a?oeJane Roea??) and Sarah Weddington, the young Texan lawyer who argued the case.

Casting Announced For ROE And GRAVEYARD SHIFT At Goodman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2019

Goodman Theatre continues its 2019/2020 Season this winter with two new plays.

Creative Loafing's Meet The Chefs VIP Tickets Sold Out
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2019

Creative Loafing's Tampa Bay Restaurant Week is back for its 12th year from Thurs., June 13th, through Sun., June 23rd, with multiple-course prix fixe menus at participating restaurants throughout Tampa Bay. To kick off the annual foodie week, Creative Loafing will host the fifth annual Meet The Chefs on Wed., June 12th, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at The Vault (611 N. Franklin St. in downtown Tampa). VIP tickets to Meet The Chefs have sold out.

Cast Announced for 39th Annual A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Goodman
by BWW News Desk - Nov 19, 2016

With new stage magic and Chicago favorites, Goodman Theatre's A Christmas Carol takes the stage in its 39th year. Returning for his fourth year, Henry Wishcamper directs Charles Dickens' tale of hope and redemption.

Cast Announced for 39th Annual A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Goodman
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2016

With new stage magic and Chicago favorites, Goodman Theatre's A Christmas Carol takes the stage in its 39th year. Returning for his fourth year, Henry Wishcamper directs Charles Dickens' tale of hope and redemption.

Photo Flash: First Look at the american vicarious' DOUGLASS
by BWW News Desk - Jul 25, 2016

the american vicarious is proud to return to Chicago with DOUGLASS, a world premiere drama from Thomas Klingenstein, directed by Jeff Award nominee Christopher McElroen (Invisible Man). DOUGLASS will play now through August 14, 2016 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. The press opening was Sunday, July 24, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

the american vicarious to Premiere DOUGLASS at Theater Wit
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2016

the american vicarious is proud to return to Chicago with DOUGLASS, a world premiere drama from Thomas Klingenstein, directed by Jeff Award nominee Christopher McElroen (Invisible Man).

the american vicarious to Premiere DOUGLASS at Theater Wit This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2016

the american vicarious is proud to return to Chicago with DOUGLASS, a world premiere drama from Thomas Klingenstein, directed by Jeff Award nominee Christopher McElroen (Invisible Man). DOUGLASS will play July 21 - August 14, 2016 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. The press opening is Sunday, July 24 at 3 pm.

the american vicarious to Premiere DOUGLASS at Theater Wit
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2016

the american vicarious is proud to return to Chicago with DOUGLASS, a world premiere drama from Thomas Klingenstein, directed by Jeff Award nominee Christopher McElroen (Invisible Man).

the american vicarious to Premiere DOUGLASS at Theater Wit This Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2016

the american vicarious is proud to return to Chicago with DOUGLASS, a world premiere drama from Thomas Klingenstein, directed by Jeff Award nominee Christopher McElroen (Invisible Man). DOUGLASS will play July 21 - August 14, 2016 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. The press opening is Sunday, July 24 at 3 pm.

Photo Flash: First Look at Kate Baldwin, Paolo Montalban & More in Lyric Opera of Chicago's THE KING AND I
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 29, 2016

Lyric Opera of Chicago presents a stunning production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's The King and I, featuring Broadway starsKate Baldwin and Paolo Montalban as Anna Leonowens and the King of Siam. Lyric Opera's The King and I runs April 29 through May 22 (press opening April 30), with 25 performances at the Civic Opera House, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Chicago. Tickets start at $29 and are available at lyricopera.org/king or at 312-827-5600. BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the cast in action below!

Lyric Opera of Chicago's THE KING AND I to Feature Audio Broadcast, 5/1
by Christina Mancuso - Apr 29, 2016

Audio of a performance of the Lyric Opera of Chicago's 'The King and I', starring Kate Baldwin and Paolo Montalban, will be broadcast on WFMT on Sunday 1 May, 7:00pm (CDT). Listen online here: http://www.wfmt.com/listen/