Chicago Shakespeare Theatre News

The Revival Announces THE MISEDUCATION OF 55TH STREET

by BWW News Desk — June 27, 2017

Within the context of today's racial and political climate, THE MISEDUCATION OF 55TH STREET uses humor, poetry and music to examine where we've been…and where we're going.

New Comedy Launches TADA Theatricals, a New Chicago-Based Theatrical Producing Company

by A.A. Cristi — June 26, 2017

The new Stan Zimmerman and Christian McLaughlin play, Knife to the Heart: The Circumcision Comedy, held a starry private reading on May 8, 2017, at Chicago's The Second City, the iconic institution home to some of the world's greatest comedy, produced by Steve Abrams, Tony D'Angelo, Stefani Nicole v

Photo Flash: THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY Comes to Marriott Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — June 26, 2017

From the picturesque covered bridges of 1965 Winterset, Iowa, comes the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, continuing Marriott Theatre's spectacular 2017 Season, running June 21 through August 13, 2017 with a press opening on Wednesday, June 28 at 8 p.

Backstage Romance, Political Intrigue and Fast-Paced Fun Hits North Coast Rep in AT THIS EVENING'S PERFORMANCE

by BWW News Desk — June 20, 2017

North Coast Repertory Theatre closes Season 35 with the San Diego premiere of AT THIS EVENING'S PERFORMANCE, an uproarious comedy about a bohemian theatre troupe appearing in an Eastern European police state.

TREVOR the Musical Gearing Up for World Premiere at Chicago's Writers Theatre

by BWW News Desk — June 20, 2017

As previously announced, Writers Theatre, under the leadership of Artistic Director Michael Halberstam and Executive Director Kathryn M.

Danni Smith to Star in FUN HOME at Victory Gardens; Cast Announced!

by BWW News Desk — June 15, 2017

Victory Gardens Theater begins its 43rd season with Fun Home, with music written by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics written by Lisa Kron and directed by Gary Griffin.

Kokandy Productions' presents LITTLE FISH This Summer

by A.A. Cristi — June 8, 2017

Kokandy Productions is pleased to present the Chicago premiere of Michael John LaChiusa's LITTLE FISH, an oblique parable for urban life after the attacks of September 11th, directed by Producing Artistic Director Allison Hendrix with music direction by Kory Danielson and choreography by K

Marriott Theatre Continues 2017 Season with THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY

by A.A. Cristi — May 31, 2017

From the picturesque covered bridges of 1965 Winterset, Iowa, comes the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, continuing Marriott Theatre's spectacular 2017 Season, running June 21 through August 13, 2017 with a press opening on Wednesday, June 28 at 8 p.

World Premiere Play T Opens Tonight at American Theater Company

by A.A. Cristi — May 25, 2017

American Theater Company (ATC) opens the world premiere of Dan Aibel's T.

3-D Theatricals Presents Reimagined R&H Classic OKLAHOMA

by Julie Musbach — May 20, 2017

Known for stylish award-winning productions and their signature flair for bringing to the stage thoughtfully reimagined interpretations of musical theatre spectaculars, 3-D Theatricals of Los Angeles and Orange County takes on Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma!.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Steppenwolf's PASS OVER

by Julie Musbach — May 20, 2017

Steppenwolf Theatre Company presents the world premiere production ofPass Over by Antoinette Nwandu, directed by Danya Taymor.

CONSTELLATIONS Opens Friday at The Armory

by A.A. Cristi — May 16, 2017

Silas Weir Mitchell and Dana Green star in Constellations - playwright Nick Payne's exploration of love in the multiverse - opening at The Armory on May 19, with preview performances beginning May 13, and regular performances running through June 11.

The Broadwaysted Podcast Celebrates Mothers with a Little Help from Hannah Elless

by Broadwaysted — May 16, 2017

This week, 'Everything's Coming Up Rose.

Aura Curiatlas Physical Theatre to Present DREAM LOGIC and A LIFE WITH NO LIMITS at Firehouse Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 16, 2017

Aura Curiatlas Physical Theatre will present DREAM LOGIC and A LIFE WITH NO LIMITS at Firehouse Theatre on Friday June 2 (7:30pm); Saturday June 3 (7:30pm), and Sunday June 4 (3pm).

Photo Flash: HARVEY Hops His Way to the Court Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — May 15, 2017

Court Theatre, under the leadership of Marilyn F.

Maine State Music Theatre to Celebrate Music Legend Patsy Cline This June

by BWW News Desk — May 10, 2017

The nationally regarded Maine State Music Theatre celebrates music legend and cross-over sensation Patsy Cline, June 7 - 24.

Cast Complete for Griffin Theatre's New Chamber Version of RAGTIME

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2017

Griffin Theatre Company concludes its 2016-17 Season with a newly-orchestrated chamber version of the Tony Award-winning musical RAGTIME, reimagined by director Scott Weinstein with new orchestrations by Matt Deitchman, music direction by Jermaine Hill and Ellen Morris and choreography by Wi

BrightSide Theatre Announces 2017-18 Season

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2017

Artistic Director Jeffrey Cass and Executive Director Julie Ann Kornak are proud to announce BrightSide Theatre's 2017-2018 Season - "Season Seven- Cinema to Stage" "Join us as we celebrate three entertaining pieces of theatre created from three award winning films.

Legendary Broadway and Film Costume Designer Ann Roth Receives 2017 Michael Merritt Award

by BWW News Desk — April 24, 2017

The 24th Annual Merritt Awards for Excellence in Design and Collaboration will take place on Monday, May 15th, 2017 at Loyola University Chicago.

Fulton Theatre and Maine State Music Theatre Join Forces for ALWAYS... PATSY CLINE

by BWW News Desk — April 19, 2017

The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre and Maine State Music Theatre celebrate music legend and cross-over sensation Patsy Cline, April 18 through May 21.