Barbara Gaines News

Firebrand Theatre's QUEEN OF THE MIST Begins May 25

by Julie Musbach — February 25, 2019

Firebrand Theatre presents the Chicago premiere of QUEEN OF THE MIST, based on the sensational true story of Anna (Annie) Edson Taylor, the first woman to go over Niagara Falls.

Chicago Shakespeare Presents Stephen Daldry's AN INSPECTOR CALLS

by BWW News Desk — February 19, 2019

Chicago Shakespeare Theater presents the National Theatre of Great Britain's award-winning production of JB Priestley's classic thriller An Inspector Calls, hailed by the Evening Standard as "an epic for our epoch, a thrillingly physical piece of theatre-with the power to stir the heart as much as t

42ND STREET And More Announced For Chicago Lyric Opera 2019/20 Season!

by A.A. Cristi — January 24, 2019

A season filled with unforgettable music, riveting stories, thrilling singers from around the world, and stirring productions goes on sale by subscription Friday, January 25, at 10am.

Chicago Shakespeare Presents Stephen Daldry's AN INSPECTOR CALLS

by Stephi Wild — January 9, 2019

Chicago Shakespeare Theater presents the National Theatre of Great Britain's award-winning production of JB Priestley's classic thriller An Inspector Calls, hailed by the Evening Standard as "an epic for our epoch, a thrillingly physical piece of theatre-with the power to stir the heart as much as t

300+ Chicagoland Students & Teachers Unite For Chicago SHAKESPEARE SLAM

by A.A. Cristi — December 5, 2018

Chicago Shakespeare Theater brings together 300 high school students and their teacher coaches from 40 public, private, and parochial schools across the region for this year's Chicago Shakespeare Slam.

Barbara E. Robertson To Headline Firebrand Theatre's QUEEN OF THE MIST

by Julie Musbach — November 20, 2018

Firebrand Theatre is pleased to announce award-winning actress Barbara E.

American Blues Theater and Goodman Theatre Lead 50th Annual Jeff Awards

by Julie Musbach — October 23, 2018

The Jeff Awards celebrated their 50th anniversary on Monday, October 22,2018 during a spirited and nostalgic ceremony at Drury Lane Oakbrook.

Chicago Shakespeare Bids Farewell to Alida Szabo

by Julie Musbach — October 18, 2018

Chicago Shakespeare Theater announced today that after 20 years of service to the Theater, Director of Audience Development Alida Szabo will be stepping down from her role at the end of the year.

Raul Esparza Will Star as HAMLET in Chicago

by Julie Musbach — October 11, 2018

Chicago Shakespeare Theater announces that four-time Tony Award nominee and Law and Order: SVU alum Raul Esparza will lead William Shakespeare's Hamlet, staged by Artistic Director Barbara Gaines, in the Courtyard Theater, April 17-June 9, 2019.

The 50th Jeff Awards Honor Four Theatres Over 50

by Stephi Wild — October 9, 2018

The Jeff Awards will celebrate its 50th anniversary by presenting four Special Awards to theatres thriving after more than 50 years at the 50th Annual Equity Jeff Awards on Monday, October 22 at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL.

Q BROTHERS CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns to Chicago Shakespeare Theater

by Julie Musbach — October 8, 2018

Chicago Shakespeare Theater announces the highly anticipated return of the raucous and irreverent holiday tradition Q Brothers Christmas Carolto The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare, November 20-December 30, 2018.

BIGMOUTH Launches Big In Belgium—Chicago, Beginning Today

by BWW News Desk — September 12, 2018

Chicago Shakespeare Theater presents Big in Belgium-Chicago, a series of three acclaimed theatrical events representing the next wave of boundary-pushing European theater.

The Goodman Theatre Leads the Equity Jeff Award Nominations - Check Out The Full List!

by Stephi Wild — August 28, 2018

The nominations have been announced for the 2018 Equity Joseph Jefferson ('Jeff') Awards.

BIGMOUTH Launches Big In Belgium—Chicago, Beginning 9/12

by A.A. Cristi — August 9, 2018

Chicago Shakespeare Theater presents Big in Belgium-Chicago, a series of three acclaimed theatrical events representing the next wave of boundary-pushing European theater.

Photo Flash: Chicago Shakespeare Theater Presents Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks

by A.A. Cristi — July 30, 2018

Chicago Shakespeare Theater, the City of Chicago, Chicago Park District and Boeing partner to present the annual citywide summer tradition, Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks.

Photo Flash: Drury Lane Theatre Presents CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF

by A.A. Cristi — July 12, 2018

Drury Lane Theatre announces casting for its sultry summer drama, Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, directed by Tony nominee Marcia Milgrom Dodge (2009 Broadway revival of Ragtime, Drury Lane's Smokey Joe's Cafe).

Cast Announced For CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF At Drury Lane, Opens Today

by BWW News Desk — July 12, 2018

Drury Lane Theatre announces casting for its sultry summer drama, Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, directed by Tony nominee Marcia Milgrom Dodge (2009 Broadway revival of Ragtime, Drury Lane's Smokey Joe's Cafe).

Scarlett Strallen and Timothy Edward Kane Lead NELL GWYNN at Chicago Shakespeare

by Stephi Wild — July 10, 2018

Chicago Shakespeare Theater announces the cast for the North American premiere of Jessica Swale's exuberant new comedy Nell Gwynn, September 20-November 4, 2018.

Photo Flash: Chicago Shakespeare Theater Presents PETER PAN – A MUSICAL ADVENTURE

by A.A. Cristi — July 3, 2018

Chicago Shakespeare Theater announces the cast and creative team for the summer family musical production of Peter Pan - A Musical Adventure at the Theater's home on Navy Pier, June 27-August 19, 2018.

Something Marvelous Presents FIREFLY LOVE

by BWW News Desk — June 30, 2018

Something Marvelous, a Chicago theater company dedicated to works of magical realism, presents Firefly Love by playwright Alejandro Ricaño, in a new English translation by Hector Garza.