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Pride Films and Plays Hosts AND THE WINNER WASN'T III Tonight
by Ben Peltz - Jun 4, 2013


AND THE WINNER WASN'T III celebrates the great music of Broadway performed by the very best of Chicago's outstanding musical theater talent.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for April 24th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson - Apr 24, 2013


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. The Jeff nominations are out, 'Big Fish' is open, 'Anything Goes' and 'Mormon' perform, plus Jessie Mueller's 'Carousel,' BoHo's 'Spider Woman, new season announcements and those two new Spanish opera productions!

Bohemian Theatre Ensemble and The Hypocrites Top List of Jeff Nominations
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 23, 2013


The Jeff Awards Committee today announced 120 nominations in 25 categories of Non-Equity Jeff Awards for productions that opened between April 1, 2012, and March 31, 2013. The Non-Equity Awards honor excellence in Chicago theatres not under a union contract. Jeff judges attended opening nights of 146 productions offered by 65 Non-Equity producing organizations. The judges recommended 54 of those shows, making them eligible for Non-Equity Jeff Award nominations. Thirty-three theatre companies received nominations.

Photo Flash: First Look at Bailiwick Chicago's SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE in Steppenwolf's Garage Rep 2013
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2013


Performances of Steppenwolf Theatre Company's fourth annual Garage Rep began February 15, 2013, featuring Bailiwick Chicago's See What I Wanna See, Buzz22 Chicago's She Kills Monsters and Theatre Seven of Chicago's BlackTop Sky. Under the leadership of Steppenwolf Associate Producer Jacob Padron, these innovative storefront companies perform in rotating repertory for a ten-week run through April 21, 2013. BroadwayWorld has a first look at SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE below!

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for January 30th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson - Jan 30, 2013


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to New York. Upcoming productions of 'See What I Wanna See' and 'Little Women,' a unique 'Joseph...,' four world premieres, including 'Under A Rainbow Flag,' plus a whole bunch of special cabaret evenings, the return of 'Best Musical!' at Stage 773, and world premiere choreography by Ann Reinking!

SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE, BLACKTOP SKY and More Set for Steppenwolf Theatre's GARAGE REP 2013, Beg. 2/15
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2013


Performances of Steppenwolf Theatre Company's fourth annual Garage Rep are scheduled to begin February 15, 2013, featuring Bailiwick Chicago's See What I Wanna See, Buzz22 Chicago's She Kills Monsters and Theatre Seven of Chicago's BlackTop Sky.

Steppenwolf Announces Casting for GARAGE REP 2013
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 5, 2012


Steppenwolf Theatre Company has announced the casting and creative teams for Garage Rep 2013, featuring Bailiwick Chicago's See What I Wanna See, Buzz22 Chicago's She Kills Monsters and Theatre Seven of Chicago's BlackTop Sky. These innovative storefront companies perform in rotating repertory for a ten-week run, February 15 - April 21, 2013; performances are scheduled Wednesday through Friday at 8pm, and Saturday and Sunday at 4pm and 8pm in The Steppenwolf Garage (1624 N Halsted St). Tickets ($20) go on sale December 7 at 11am through Audience Services (1650 N Halsted St), 312-335-1650 and steppenwolf.org.

THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL Opens 8/3 at Theater Wit
by BWW News Desk - Aug 3, 2012


Kokandy Productions will present 'The Great American Trailer Park Musical' ('Trailer Park), Aug. 3 through Aug. 26, 2012 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for July 11th, 2012
by Paul W. Thompson - Jul 11, 2012


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Divas on parade: Menzel, Cook, Hudson, Luker and Mazzie, plus the new year's offerings from Broadway In Chicago and local productions of 'Fame,' 'Little Shop' and more!....

Theater Wit Opens THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL, 8/3
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 21, 2012


Kokandy Productions will present 'The Great American Trailer Park Musical' ('Trailer Park), Aug. 3 through Aug. 26, 2012 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont.

THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL Opens 8/3 at Theater Wit
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 21, 2012


Kokandy Productions will present 'The Great American Trailer Park Musical' ('Trailer Park), Aug. 3 through Aug. 26, 2012 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont.

Theo Ubique Leads 2012 Non-Equity Jeff Award Nominations; Full List Announced!
by Misha Davenport - Apr 25, 2012


Nominations for the Chicago-based Non-Equity Jeff Awards were announced today; Theo Ubique leads with 14 nominations

JEFF Awards Non-Equity Nominations - Full List and Statistics - Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre Leads with 14 Nominations
by James T Harding - Apr 25, 2012


The Jeff Awards today announced 124 nominations in 25 categories for Non-Equity Jeff Awards for productions that opened between April 1, 2011, and March 31, 2012. The Non-Equity Awards honor excellence in Chicago theatres not under a union contract. Jeff Awards judges covered opening nights of 154 productions offered by 71 Non-Equity producing organizations. The judges recommended 64 of those shows, making them eligible for Non-Equity Jeff Award nominations. Thirty-two theatre companies received nominations.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for November 30th, 2011
by Paul W. Thompson - Nov 30, 2011


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to New York. 'A Christmas Carol,' House Theater's 'Nutcracker,' 'Striking 12,' 'Pump Boys' at Theo Ubique, our first local 'Avenue Q,' 'My Fair Lady' in Sarasota, Florida and more....

Lampkin Music Group To Present Cheryl Szucsits in As Long As I Can Sing
by BWW News Desk - Nov 19, 2011


Lampkin Music Group is set to present Cheryl Szucsits in 'As Long As I Can Sing' on Saturday, November 19th at 8: 00 pm. at Cab Room at Stage 773.

Lampkin Music Group To Present Cheryl Szucsits in As Long As I Can Sing
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 1, 2011


Lampkin Music Group is set to present Cheryl Szucsits in 'As Long As I Can Sing' on Saturday, November 19th at 8: 00 pm. at Cab Room at Stage 773.

Bailiwick Chicago Presents VIOLET, 9/16-10/16
by BWW News Desk - Sep 16, 2011


Bailiwick Chicago's upcoming production of the award-winning off-Broadway hit 'Violet,' a powerful and heartwarming story of a vulnerable young woman's challenges, loves and emotional journey, will now be staged September 16 - October 16 at the Mercury Theater, 3745 North Southport Avenue. With a score by Jeanine Tesori ('Caroline or Change' 'Thoroughly Modern Millie') and book and lyrics by Brian Crawley, 'Violet' is directed by Bailiwick Artistic Advisor Elizabeth Margolius. The press night is Tuesday, Sept. 20 at 7:30 p.m.

Bailiwick Chicago Presents VIOLET, 9/16-10/16
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 29, 2011


Bailiwick Chicago's upcoming production of the award-winning off-Broadway hit 'Violet,' a powerful and heartwarming story of a vulnerable young woman's challenges, loves and emotional journey, will now be staged September 16 - October 16 at the Mercury Theater, 3745 North Southport Avenue. With a score by Jeanine Tesori ('Caroline or Change' 'Thoroughly Modern Millie') and book and lyrics by Brian Crawley, 'Violet' is directed by Bailiwick Artistic Advisor Elizabeth Margolius. The press night is Tuesday, Sept. 20 at 7:30 p.m.

BoHo Hosts Sky View Soiree, 7/18
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2011


Monday, July 18th, 7-10 pm

BoHo Hosts Sky View Soiree, 7/18
by Lauren Wolman - Jul 10, 2011


Monday, July 18th, 7-10 pm

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