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Pride Films and Plays Presents Workshop of New Musical A HISTORY OF SUMMER Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2016


Pride Films and Plays presents a special workshop of the gorgeous new musical A HISTORY OF SUMMER, with music and lyrics by Jonathan Monro and book by Adam Mathias.

Pride Films and Plays to Present Workshop of New Musical A HISTORY OF SUMMER
by BWW News Desk - Apr 28, 2016


Pride Films and Plays presents a special workshop of the gorgeous new musical A HISTORY OF SUMMER, with music and lyrics by Jonathan Monro and book by Adam Mathias.

Photo Flash: First Look at Mercury Theater Chicago's THE PRODUCERS
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2016


Mercury Theater Chicago presents the award winning musical comedy sensation THE PRODUCERS, running now through June 26, 2016. It is truly a "boffo" hit, winning a record twelve Tony Awards and wowing capacity crowds night after night. The production is led by Jeff-Award winners L. Walter Stearns (Director), Eugene Dizon (Musical Director), and Brigitte Ditmars (Choreography). BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Photo Flash: Mercury Theater Chicago Celebrates Opening Night of THE PRODUCERS
by Louisa Brady - Apr 23, 2016


Mercury Theater Chicago, 3745 N. Southport Avenue, presents the award winning musical comedy sensation THE PRODUCERS, from April 14 to June 26, 2016. It is truly a "boffo" hit, winning a record twelve Tony Awards and wowing capacity crowds night after night. The production will be led by Jeff-Award winners L. Walter Stearns (Director), Eugene Dizon (Musical Director), and Brigitte Ditmars (Choreography). Scroll down to see photos from the company's opening night celebration!

Porchlight Music Theatre's NEW FACES Returns This Month
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 1, 2016


Porchlight Music Theatre and Artistic Director Michael Weber are proud to announce the second installment in the new musical revue series, New Faces Sing Broadway.

A MID-90'S CABARET Set for Tonight at Uptown Underground
by BWW News Desk - Nov 17, 2015


A MID-90'S CABARET, a fun, musical trip through the pop hits of the 1990s conceived by Jeff Bouthiette, will perform tonight, November 17, 2015 at 7 pm at Uptown Underground, 4707 N. Broadway in Chicago.

A MID-90'S CABARET Set for Tonight at Uptown Underground
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2015


A MID-90'S CABARET, a fun, musical trip through the pop hits of the 1990s conceived by Jeff Bouthiette, will perform tonight, November 10, and November 17, 2015 at 7 pm at Uptown Underground, 4707 N. Broadway in Chicago.

A MID-90'S CABARET Set for 11/10 & 11/17 at Uptown Underground
by Sally Henry Fuller - Oct 31, 2015


A MID-90'S CABARET, a fun, musical trip through the pop hits of the 1990s conceived by Jeff Bouthiette, will perform November 10 and 17, 2015 at 7 pm at Uptown Underground, 4707 N. Broadway in Chicago.

BoHo Theatre to Present DOGFIGHT, 9/5-10/18
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2015


BoHo Theatre closes out its groundbreaking 11th season with the musical Dogfight by Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Peter Duchan, directed by BoHo Artistic Director Peter Marston Sullivan. Based on the 1991 Warner Brothers film, Dogfight explores the power of compassion in the face of cruelty and malice. The play features a rousing score and an emotional heart that shows musical theatre at its finest.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for September 2nd, 2015
by Paul W. Thompson - Sep 2, 2015


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. It's a Super September Preview! We've got the low-down on 16 musical productions you will want to see this month, from city to suburbs, big theaters to small, premieres and old favorites galore! 'Side Show,' 'Dogfight,' 'Next To Normal,' 'Oklahoma!,' 'Spamalot,' 'Blood Brothers,' 'October Sky,' CST's 'Ride The Cyclone' and much more!

BoHo Theatre to Present DOGFIGHT, 9/5-10/18
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 23, 2015


BoHo Theatre closes out its groundbreaking 11th season with the musical Dogfight by Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Peter Duchan, directed by BoHo Artistic Director Peter Marston Sullivan. Based on the 1991 Warner Brothers film, Dogfight explores the power of compassion in the face of cruelty and malice. The play features a rousing score and an emotional heart that shows musical theatre at its finest.

2nd Annual CHICAGO MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL Kicks Off Today at The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jun 30, 2015


Underscore Theatre Company presents its second annual CHICAGO MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL, featuring an unprecedented 13 world-premiere musicals by local artists. Created to showcase Chicago's burgeoning field of musical theatre creators, this year's festival will include ten full-length musicals and three one-acts.

2nd Annual CHICAGO MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL to Kick Off 6/30 at The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jun 2, 2015


Underscore Theatre Company is pleased to announce the line-up and full casting for its second annual CHICAGO MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL, featuring an unprecedented 13 world-premiere musicals by local artists. Created to showcase Chicago's burgeoning field of musical theatre creators, this year's festival will include ten full-length musicals and three one-acts.

Amy Adams and Jake Gyllenhaal to Lead Tom Ford's NOCTURNAL ANIMALS?
by Movies News Desk - Mar 25, 2015


According to Variety, Amy Adams and Jake Gyllenhaal are being courted to star in fashion designer Tom Ford's NOCTURNAL ANIMALS thriller.

Mercy Street Theatre Presents Workshop Premiere of THE BIRD GIRL, Running Now thru 3/28
by BWW News Desk - Mar 18, 2015


Mercy Street Theatre presents the world premiere workshop production of THE BIRD GIRL, a new play by resident playwright E.J.C. Calvert. The show runs tonight, March 18 to­ March 28, 2015 at Unity Lutheran Church, 1212 W Balmoral Ave.

Mercy Street Theatre Casts Workshop Premiere of THE BIRD GIRL, Running, 3/18-28
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2015


Mercy Street Theatre has announced the full cast for the world premiere workshop production of THE BIRD GIRL, a new play by resident playwright E.J.C. Calvert. The show runs March 18 to­ March 28, 2015 at Unity Lutheran Church, 1212 W Balmoral Ave.

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