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JEKYLL & HYDE Extends Chicago Run With Eight Added Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2025

Kokandy Productions’ revival of JEKYLL & HYDE will add eight more performances, extending its run through January 10, 2026 at The Chopin Theatre. The production, directed by Derek Van Barham with music direction by Nick Sula and choreography by Brenda Didier.

Video: JEKYLL & HYDE Star David Moreland Performs 'This Is The Moment'
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025

Watch David Moreland perform “This Is the Moment” from Kokandy Productions’ new staging of Jekyll & Hyde, directed by Derek Van Barham. See the video!

Photos: JEKYLL & HYDE At The Chopin Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2025

Kokandy Productions has released photos of its new production of Jekyll & Hyde — the first Chicago staging of the gothic musical in more than 15 years.

Kokandy Productions Brings JEKYLL & HYDE to the Chopin Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2025

Just in time for Halloween, Kokandy Productions embraces gothic horror with a revival of Jekyll & Hyde – the first Chicago staging of the macabre musical in over 15 years.

Full Cast Set for Kokandy Productions' JEKYLL & HYDE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2025

Just in time for Halloween, Kokandy Productions will embrace gothic horror with a revival of Jekyll & Hyde – the first Chicago staging of the macabre musical in over 15 years. Learn more!

See SWEENEY TODD in Concert and THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at The Center for Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2024

Experience spine-tingling performances at The Center for Performing Arts this October with SWEENEY TODD in concert and THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW featuring a live shadow cast. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look at BAKED! THE MUSICAL at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2023

Get a first look at Baked! The Musical at Theo Unique Cabaret Theatre.

Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre Reveals Cast and Creative Team of BAKED! THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2023

Get ready for an incredible season at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre as they announce the cast and creative team of Baked! The Musical for their 2023-2024 season. Don't miss out on this exciting new show - get your tickets now!

Eclectic Full Contact Theatre to Present World Premiere of THE WONDER This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2023

Eclectic Full Contact Theatre will present their first full-length production in Chicago since 2019-the world premiere of 'The Wonder' by Maggie Lou Rader at the Edge Theatre 5451 N Broadway.

Photos: Music Theater Works Presents AVENUE Q, Now Playing Through April 2
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2023

Music Theater Works presents the first production in its 43rd season, Avenue Q in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts In Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, March 9 - April 2. See photos from the production!

Kokandy Productions' SWEENEY TODD Announces Final Extension
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2022

Due to popular demand, Kokandy Productions has announced the second and final extension of its sell-out hit Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.

Hell in a Handbag's A FINE FEATHERED MURDER: A MISS MARBLED MYSTERY Extends Through Mid-August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2022

Due to popular demand, Hell in a Handbag Productions’ hit parody A Fine Feathered Murder: A Miss Marbled Mystery has added five additional performances, extending through Saturday, August 13, 2022 at The Chopin Upstairs Theatre.

EFCT's BLITHE SPIRIT Star and Director to Guest on Chicago Radio's 'It's Showtime with Rikki Lee”
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2022

On the heels of the heralded opening of Eclectic Full Contact Theatre’s production of Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit at the Skokie Theatre, director Michael Woods and star Andrew Pond join radio’s It’s Showtime with Rikki Lee for an interview airing on Friday June 10 at 3 PM Central on 101.5 FM WHRU.

Black Button Eyes Productions Presents MARY ROSE At The Edge Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2022

Black Button Eyes Productions will conclude its 2021-22 season with the world premiere musical Mary Rose, featuring book and lyrics by Producing Artistic Director Ed Rutherford, music and lyrics by Jeff Bouthiette, adapted from play of the same name by J.M. Barrie (Peter Pan), directed by Ed Rutherford with music direction by Nick Sula and choreography by Derek Van Barham.

Black Button Eyes Productions Presents the World Premiere of MARY ROSE At The Edge Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2021

Black Button Eyes Productions will conclude its 2021-22 season this winter with the world premiere musical Mary Rose, featuring book and lyrics by Producing Artistic Director Ed Rutherford, music and lyrics by Jeff Bouthiette, adapted from play of the same name by J.M. Barrie (Peter Pan), directed by Ed Rutherford with music direction by Nick Sula and choreography by Derek Van Barham.

Photos: Hell in a Handbag Presents CHRISTMAS DEAREST
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2021

Hell in a Handbag Productions will continue its 20th anniversary season with the return of one of its most popular holiday musicals: Christmas Dearest, featuring book and lyrics by Artistic Director David Cerda*, music by Cerda and Scott Lamberty and direction by Derek Van Barham. 

Black Button Eyes Productions' Presents the World Premiere of MARY ROSE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2021

Black Button Eyes Productions is pleased to conclude its 2021-22 season this winter with the world premiere musical Mary Rose, featuring book, music and lyrics by Producing Artistic Director Ed Rutherford and Jeff Bouthiette, adapted from play of the same name by J.M. Barrie (Peter Pan), directed by Ed Rutherford with music direction by Nick Sula and choreography by Derek Van Barham.

Hell In A Handbag's Holiday Favorite CHRISTMAS DEAREST Returns November 27
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2021

Hell in a Handbag Productions continues its 20th anniversary season with the return of one of its most popular holiday musicals: Christmas Dearest.

Photos: Black Button Eyes Productions Presents DR. HORRIBLE'S SING-ALONG BLOG
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2021

Black Button Eyes Productions is welcoming back live audiences this fall with the popular internet musical Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog, an authorized fan production to benefit the Chicago charity Season of Concern, playing now through November 6, 2021 at The Edge Theater.

Black Button Eyes Productions Presents DR. HORRIBLE'S SING-ALONG BLOG At The Edge Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2021

Black Button Eyes Productions is pleased to welcome back live audiences this fall with the popular internet musical Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, an authorized fan production to benefit the Chicago charity Season of Concern, playing October 8 – November 6, 2021 at The Edge Theater.