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SPAMILTON Extends Boston Engagement
by Julie Musbach - Jan 22, 2019


Huntington Theatre Company has announced the extension of the Boston engagement of the acclaimed musical comedy, Spamilton: An American Parody. Due to high ticket demand, the "smart, silly and convulsively funny" (New York Times) parody of the hit Broadway phenomenon, originally slated to shutter on March 10, will now run at the Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA from February 12 through April 7, 2019.

Wake Up With BWW 1/8: CHOIR BOY Officially Opens, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2019


Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: Choir Boy officially opens, and more!

VIDEO: Get A First Look At SPAMILTON on Tour
by Alan Henry - Jan 7, 2019


BroadwayWorld has a first look at the North American tour of the acclaimed musical comedy, Spamilton: An American Parody. The tour launched at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH on December 20, 2018 and is now on tour across the country, playing ten multi-week engagements in its first season.

Huntington Theatre Company Presents SPAMILTON: An American Parody
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2019


Huntington Theatre Company will present the North American tour of the acclaimed musical comedy, Spamilton: An American Parody from February 12 through March 10, 2019 at the Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA. The tour launched at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH on December 20, 2018 and is now on tour across the country, playing ten multi-week engagements in its first season.

BWW Review: SPAMILTON: AN AMERICAN PARODY at Hanna, A Theatre-Goers Delight, Right!
by Roy Berko - Dec 28, 2018


It won Best Unique Theatrical Experience and 2017 MAC Award Show of the Year. 'Hamilton?' No, 'Spamilton: An American Parody,' which is now starting its North American tour at the Hanna Theatre in CLE's Playhouse Square.

National Tour of SPAMILTON Officially Opens Dec 27
by Julie Musbach - Dec 26, 2018


The North American tour of the acclaimed musical comedy, Spamilton: An American Parody celebrates its official Tour Opening at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH on Thursday, December 27 at 7:30 PM. tour began performances on December 20 and will go on to play ten multi-week engagements in its first season.

Adrian Lopez, Dominic Pecikonis, and More Lead National Tour of SPAMILTON
by Julie Musbach - Dec 3, 2018


Casting has been announced for the North American tour of the acclaimed musical comedy, Spamilton: An American Parody. The tour will launch at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH on December 20, 2018 and will go on to play ten multi-week engagements in its first season.

BUDDY--The Buddy Holly Story To Extend Through Today
by BWW News Desk - Sep 15, 2018


American Blues Theater announces encore performance run of BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story, written by Alan Janes, directed by Lili-Anne Brown, with musical direction by Ensemble Member Michael Mahler. BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story will close as planned on May 26, 2018 and reopen June 29 - September 15, 2018 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Tickets will be on sale for the encore run on May 15, 2018.

HEARTBREAK HOTEL Cancels Extension, Will Close September 9
by Julie Musbach - Aug 22, 2018


HEARTBREAK HOTEL announced today that the production will no longer play through October 28th and is now in its final three weeks at Broadway In Chicago's Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut Street). HEARTBREAK HOTEL will close September 9, 2018 in Chicago.

HEARTBREAK HOTEL to Keep Rockin' and Rollin' Extending Through October 28
by Julie Musbach - Aug 16, 2018


Broadway In Chicago, the producers of HEARTBREAK HOTEL, and Authentic Brands Group (ABG), owner of Elvis Presley Enterprises today, are thrilled to announce a new four-week extension of their smash hit musical.  Tickets for the new block of tickets will go on-sale today.  Tickets will be available for performances through October 28, 2018.

HEARTBREAK HOTEL To Honor Elvis In Candlelight Vigil Tribute
by Julie Musbach - Aug 15, 2018


The cast of HEARTBREAK HOTEL are inspired to host a Candlelight Vigil to honor Elvis as part of Elvis Week on Thursday, August 16, 2018 at 6:15PM in front of the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut).  Elvis Week is an annual celebration to commemorate the life and legacy of Elvis Presley, the King of Rock and Roll.  Elvis and HEARTBREAK HOTEL fans alike are welcome to join this celebration, which will be a Chicago addition to the Graceland tradition.

Review Roundup: The Critics Weigh In On HEARTBREAK HOTEL in Chicago
by Alan Henry - Jul 17, 2018


Broadway In Chicago presents HEARTBREAK HOTEL, a musical premiere that ignites the stage of the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut). Get a first look below!

Photo Flash: First Look at HEARTBREAK HOTEL
by Julie Musbach - Jul 17, 2018


Broadway In Chicago presents HEARTBREAK HOTEL, a musical premiere that ignites the stage of the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut). Get a first look below!

Eddie Clendening Returns to HEARTBREAK HOTEL, Full Cast Announced
by BWW News Desk - Jun 30, 2018


Broadway In Chicago, the producers of HEARTBREAK HOTEL, and Authentic Brands Group (ABG), owner of Elvis Presley Enterprises today, are delighted to announce the full casting for HEARTBREAK HOTEL, a musical premiere that will ignite the stage of the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut) beginning June 30, 2018.

Eddie Clendening Returns to HEARTBREAK HOTEL, Full Cast Announced
by Julie Musbach - Jun 6, 2018


Broadway In Chicago, the producers of HEARTBREAK HOTEL, and Authentic Brands Group (ABG), owner of Elvis Presley Enterprises today, are delighted to announce the full casting for HEARTBREAK HOTEL, a musical premiere that will ignite the stage of the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut) beginning June 30, 2018.

BUDDY--The Buddy Holly Story To Extend Through 9/15
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2018


American Blues Theater announces encore performance run of BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story, written by Alan Janes, directed by Lili-Anne Brown, with musical direction by Ensemble Member Michael Mahler. BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story will close as planned on May 26, 2018 and reopen June 29 - September 15, 2018 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Tickets will be on sale for the encore run on May 15, 2018.

Photo Flash: BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story Comes to American Blues Theater
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2018


American Blues Theater concludes its 2017-2018 Season with BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story, written by Alan Janes, directed by Lili-Anne Brown, with musical direction by Ensemble Member Michael Mahler. BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story runs April 27 - May 26, 2018 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago.

BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story Comes to American Blues Theater
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2018


American Blues Theater concludes its 2017-2018 Season with BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story, written by Alan Janes, directed by Lili-Anne Brown, with musical direction by Ensemble Member Michael Mahler. BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story runs April 27 - May 26, 2018 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. The official press opening is today, May 4, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.

BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story Comes to American Blues Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2018


American Blues Theater concludes its 2017-2018 Season with BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story, written by Alan Janes, directed by Lili-Anne Brown, with musical direction by Ensemble Member Michael Mahler. BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story runs April 27 - May 26, 2018 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. The official press opening is today, May 4, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.

American Blues Theater Announces Complete Casting For BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story
by Julie Musbach - Apr 3, 2018


American Blues Theater concludes its 2017-2018 Season with BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story, written by Alan Janes, directed by Lily-Anne Brown, with musical direction by Ensemble Member Michael Mahler. BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story runs April 27 - May 26, 2018 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. 

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