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Aville Grows to Host ROOTED IN SONG Cabaret Fundraiser October 20
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2025

Aville Grows will host Rooted in Song, a cabaret fundraiser for Andersonville’s new community garden, on October 20 at Bramble Arts Loft. Directed by Broadway’s David Rossetti and featuring top Chicago performers.

Review: 44 THE MUSICAL at The Studebaker Theater
by Zac Thriffiley - Sep 7, 2025

Returning to the Windy City for a second term after a critically acclaimed run last August, 44 ('The Obama Musical') already feels like an artifact from a different, more optimistic time.

T.J. Wilkins, Shanice and More To Lead 44- THE MUSICAL at The Studebaker Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2025

Following its acclaimed, sold-out runs in Chicago and LA, the smash-hit musical comedy 44 -THE MUSICAL returns to Chicago for a second term, playing at The Studebaker Theater in the historic Fine Arts Building, August 23 – September 21, 2025.

Review: CLUE at New Theatre Restaurant
by Alan Portner - Jul 7, 2025

Madcap! Frenetic! Hilarious! It is the New Theatre Restaurant production of CLUE. Clue is a comic murder-mystery tale based on the 1985 film of the same name which was based on the 1949 Parker Brothers board game that just about anyone who grew up in that period will surely have played at some point.

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!

Review: WAITRESS at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Feb 23, 2025

The current production at the Paramount Theatre is the musical Waitress based upon the motion picture. When it opened, it was the first all-female production team on Broadway. Director and choreographer Katie Spelman gives the audience an evening of laughter, some tears and love. Sarah Bareilles’ music played by the Paramount Orchestra under the direction of Celia Villacres, fills the theater with the beauty of the different styles.

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.

Videos: Watch All New Clips From THE MUSIC MAN at the Marriott Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024

Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, opened on Wednesday, April 17 and runs through June 2, 2024.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE MUSIC MAN at the Marriott Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 20, 2024

Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, opened on Wednesday, April 17. Check out photos from the opening night celebration below!

Video: First Look At THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 17, 2024

Get a first look at Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON's THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson. Check out the all-new video!

Photos: First Look At THE MUSIC MAN At Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2024

Marriott Theatre is continuing its 2024 season with MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson. See photos from the production!

Interview: Alexandra Silber On Taking On THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 12, 2024

xWe spoke with Alexandra Silber about starring in Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson.

Photos: First Look at the Cast of THE MUSIC MAN at the Marriott Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2024

Marriott Theatre is continuing its 2024 season with MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN. THE MUSIC MAN began previews April 10, opens Wednesday, April 17 at 7:30 pm and runs through June 2, 2024. Check out photos of the cast here!

Cast Set For CHICAGO SINGS BROADWAY POP II at Porchlight Music Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024

Porchlight Music Theatre has announced the cast for Chicago Sings Broadway Pop II,  its annual fundraising concert, Monday, April 15, at the House of Blues Chicago.

THE MUSIC MAN Comes to the Marriott Theatre in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2024

 Marriott Theatre will continue its 2024 season with MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Raleigh Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Raleigh Awards; DISASTER!, WEDDING DAY WORRIES, Studio 1 Burlington & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!