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Hell in a Handbag Productions to Present THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF THE NORTH POLE World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2025

Hell in a Handbag Productions to present the world premiere of The Real Housewives of the North Pole, written by David Cerda and directed by Tommy Bullington, November 20, 2025 – January 4, 2026, at The Clutch in Chicago.

Hell In A Handbag Productions Reveals Casting For THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF THE NORTH POLE World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2025

Hell in a Handbag Productions has announced full casting for the world premiere of The Real Housewives of the North Pole, a new holiday parody written by Artistic Director David Cerda and directed by Tommy Bullington.

2025 BLACK THEATRE ALLIANCE AWARDS Nominations Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2025

The 2025 Black Theatre Alliance Awards have announced nominations celebrating excellence in Chicago’s African American theatre community. The ceremony will take place October 27, 2025, at the Beverly Arts Center and honor ILesia Duncan with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Black Ensemble Theater Will Present BLUE HEAVEN
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2025

Black Ensemble Theater in Chicago will present Blue Heaven, a new original musical written and directed by Daryl D. Brooks, running September 6 – October 26, 2025.

Sarah Ruhl's HOW TO TRANSCEND A HAPPY MARRIAGE to Kick Off Redtwist Theatre's 21st Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2025

Redtwist Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for How to Transcend a Happy Marriage, the launch of its 2025 - 2026 season, “Defiant Femmes.” Learn how to purchase tickets!

Pegasus Theatre Reveals Cast of SHAKIN' THE MESS OUTTA MISERY
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2025

Pegasus Theatre Chicago and Director ILesa Duncan have announced the casting for the revival of playwright Shay Youngblood's Shakin' the Mess Outta Misery.

Review: FUN HOME at Porchlight Music Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - Jan 31, 2025

Jeanine Tesori and Lisa Kron’s FUN HOME is a musical journey in sketches through the memories of Alison Bechdel. Based on the graphic memoir of the same name — and so called because the Bechdel family business was a funeral home — Porchlight director Stephen Schellhardt’s production brings each scene sharply to life. 

Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre to Present TELL ME ON A SUNDAY and DIANA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2025

Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the companies of both Tell Me On a Sunday and the season closer, Diana. Learn who is starring and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: FUN HOME Opens at Porchlight Music Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2025

Porchlight Music Theatre is presenting Tony Award-winning and Pulitzer Prize-nominated musical Fun Home at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts. Check out opening night photos here!

Photos: FUN HOME at Porchlight Music Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2025

Porchlight Music Theatre is presenting the Tony Award-winning and Pulitzer Prize-nominated musical Fun Home, now playing through March 2, at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts. Check out photos here!

Photos: Pegasus Theatre's 38th Annual Young Playwrights Festival
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 4, 2025

Pegasus Theatre Chicago’s 38th Annual Young Playwrights Festival, is now playing through January 26 at Chicago Dramatists. Check out photos from the production here!

Photos: Hell in a Handbag Productions' Presents RUDOLPH THE RED-HOSED REINDEER (AN UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY)
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2024

Hell in a Handbag Productions will open its 2024/25 Season with the 25th anniversary edition of Artistic Director David Cerda’s* holiday classic Rudolph the Red-Hosed Reindeer (An Unauthorized Musical Parody). Check out photos from the production, 

Hell in Handbag Hosts Benefit Performances of RUDOLPH THE RED-HOSED REINDEER
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2024

Hell in Handbag will host a special weekend of benefit performances during its upcoming 25th anniversary edition of Rudolph the Red-Hosed Reindeer (An Unauthorized Musical Parody).

RUDOLPH THE RED-HOSED REINDEER to Return to Hell in a Handbag This December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024

Hell in a Handbag Productions will open its 2024/25 Season with the 25th anniversary edition of Artistic Director David Cerda's holiday classic Rudolph the Red-Hosed Reindeer (An Unauthorized Musical Parody). Learn how to purchase tickets.

Short North Stage Announces Cast And Creative Team For AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 9, 2024

Complete casting and creative team has been announced for Short North Stage's upcoming production of Ain't Misbehavin', set to open in September at The Garden Theater.

Chicago's Glass Apple Theatre to Open THIS ONE WILL GROW This Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 28, 2024

Chicago's Glass Apple Theatre, Ltd., has announced their surprise opening of playwright Richard James Zieman's new play, This One Will Grow on the Schwartz Stage at Raven Theatre.

Full Cast and Creative Team Set For GOD AND MONSTERS at Theater Wit
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024

The full cast and creative team has been announced for the new stage production of Gods & Monsters at Theater Wit. Learn more about the show and who is starring here!

Black Ensemble Extends A TASTE OF SOUL Through October 29
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023

Black Ensemble Theater extends the hit musical revue 'A Taste of Soul' written and directed by Daryl D. Brooks. Experience the evolution of Soul music from its Gospel roots to today's pop culture sensation. Now playing through October 29, 2023.

Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre Unveils Cast and Creative Team for ASSASSINS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2023

Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the cast and production team of Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman's provocative musical Assassins.

Goodman Theatre, Paramount Theatre & More Nominated for Equity Jeff Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2023

Discover the nominations for the 55th Anniversary Jeff Awards for Equity Theater! Find out who made the cut and get ready for the highly anticipated awards ceremony.