Interview: Theatre Life with Joanie Schultz
by Elliot Lanes - Oct 20, 2026
Today’s subject Joanie Schultz is currently living her theatre life as the director of Frida…A Self Portrait. It is a tour de force solo piece written by and starring Vanessa Severo about the life of artist Frida Kahlo. The show runs through November 8th at Shakespeare Theatre Company’s (STC’S) Klein Theatre.
THE MAGIC PARLOUR Extends Through Spring 2027; Derek Hughes to Return
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
Dennis Watkins extends THE MAGIC PARLOUR through spring 2027, welcoming back guest magician Derek Hughes following sold-out engagements this year. Watkins marks 25 years performing magic in Chicago with special Halloween performances of THE SPIRIT CABINET.
AUGUST WILSON'S KING HEDLEY II Casting Announced For City Lit
by Marissa Faith Curley - Sep 5, 2026
Full cast and production team have been announced for City Lit’s production of August Wilson’s KING HEDLEY II. KING HEDLEY II is set in the same backyard in Pittsburgh’s Hill District seen in August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS.
THE LAST SONG Solo Show to Return to Los Angeles
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026
Eduardo Enrikez will bring his solo show about a mariachi confronting his final moments back to Los Angeles, following a sold-out run and acclaim in Edinburgh and London.
Avalanche Theatre Will Stage the World Premiere Of THEY BROKE UP By Skyler Tarnas
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 31, 2026
They Broke Up is Avalanche's first world premiere presented at their new home as a resident company at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble. The play is the professional full-length debut from playwright Skyler Tarnas, an ensemble member of Avalanche and graduate of Northwestern University's Writing for the Screen and Stage MFA program.