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Broadway and Cabaret Stars, Comedy, Classics and More Come to Davenport's Piano Bar & Cabaret This October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2022


Davenport's Piano Bar & Cabaret, Chicago's premier location for enjoying music in an intimate setting, announces its roster of September performances in its Cabaret and Piano Bar. Davenport's, 1383 North Milwaukee Ave., is open Thursdays 7 - 11 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 7 p.m. - 12 a.m. and Sundays from 6 - 11 p.m. 

The Factory Theater Cancels THE HOA Previews This Weekend To Due To Small Electrical Fire
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2022


The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., is canceling the preview performances for The HOA this weekend, September 9 - 11, due to a small fire at the theater.

World Premiere Play THE HOA Begins September 9 At The Factory Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2022


The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St., presents the first production in its 28th season, the world premiere of The HOA, September 9 - October 20, written by Angelina Martinez and directed by Christy Arington.

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Detroit Awards; Sauk's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021


This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Detroit Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Detroit Awards; PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021


Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Detroit Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Oil Lamp Theater Has Announced Their Upcoming Production of JAKE'S WOMEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2020


Executive and Artistic Director Keith Gerth and Associate Artistic Director Stephen Smith of the Oil Lamp Theater in Glenview announce their next production, Neil Simon's dramatic comedy Jake's Women. This production is directed by Josh Johnson and will be performed from January 16th through March 1st 2020 at 1723 Glenview Road in Glenview.

Shakespeare Project Of Chicago Presents Free Performances Of THE ROARING GIRL
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2019


The Shakespeare Project of Chicago wraps up its 24th Theatrical Reading Season with free performances of Thomas Dekker and Thomas Middleton's Jacobean city comedy THE ROARING GIRL, running May 10-16, 2019, at eight Chicago-area venues, including two new venues for this season in La Grange and Elmhurst.

Photo Flash: Titan Theatre Company Kicks Off It's 10th Anniversary Season Tonight With THE TEMPEST
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2018


The award-winning Titan Theatre Company opens it's 10th Anniversary season tonight with Shakespeare's magical masterpiece THE TEMPEST, starring Broadway Veteran Terry Layman as Prospero. THE TEMPEST will play a three-week limited engagement at Titan's home at Queens Theatre, and Broadwayworld has the first look at this magic filled production.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With Titan Theatre Company's Magical Production Of THE TEMPEST
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2018


The award-winning Titan Theatre Company is in rehearsal for its season opening production of Shakespeare's magical masterpiece THE TEMPEST, starring Broadway Veteran Terry Layman as Prospero. THE TEMPEST will play a three-week limited engagement at Titan's home at Queens Theatre, and Broadwayworld has an inside look into rehearsal.

Broadway's Terry Layman To Lead Titan Theatre Company's THE TEMPEST
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2018


The award-winning Titan Theatre Company announced today the cast and creative team for its season opening production of Shakespeare's magical masterpiece THE TEMPEST, starring Broadway Veteran Terry Layman as Prospero. THE TEMPEST will play a three-week limited engagement at Titan's home at Queens Theatre.

Photo Flash: First Look at Hope Summer Rep's GODSPELL, Opening Tonight
by Julie Musbach - Jul 20, 2018


Hope Summer Repertory Theatre opens GODSPELL, the final show of their critically acclaimed 47th Season tonight, and Broadwayworld has the first look!

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With HSRT's THE ODD COUPLE
by Julie Musbach - Jun 27, 2018


Hope Summer Repertory Theatre is currently in rehearsals for its upcoming production of THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon, and BroadwayWorld has the First Look look at the production below!

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With Hope Summer Rep's THE WIZ
by Stephi Wild - Jun 19, 2018


Hope Summer Repertory Theatre is currently in rehearsals for its upcoming production of THE WIZ by Charlie Smalls & William F Brown, and BroadwayWorld has a behind-the-scenes look at rehearsals below!

The Shakespeare Project of Chicago to Present Free Readings of AS YOU LIKE IT
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2017


The Shakespeare Project of Chicago kicks off its 23rd Theatrical Reading Season with free performances of Shakespeare's pastoral comedy AS YOU LIKE IT, running October 20-25, 2017, at six Chicago-area venues.

LEGALLY BLONDE and More to Close Theatre and Dance at Wayne's 2016-17 Season
by BWW News Desk - Mar 27, 2017


Theatre and Dance at Wayne concludes its 2016-2017 Season with three productions that showcase the scope of the program's dramatic capabilities.

Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT to Play Hilberry Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Mar 3, 2017


Theatre and Dance at Wayne continues its 2016-17 season at the Hilberry Theatre with a dose of Shakespeare in Twelfth Night. Join us for a performance about the fluidity of life and filled with longing and laughter.

Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT to Play Hilberry Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2017


Theatre and Dance at Wayne continues its 2016-17 season at the Hilberry Theatre with a dose of Shakespeare in Twelfth Night. Join us for a performance about the fluidity of life and filled with longing and laughter.

BWW Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at the Hilberry Theatre is an Emotional Ride
by Katie Laban - Feb 2, 2017


The Hilberry Theatre's version of Next to Normal is one that does the Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical justice. It is a powerful production that is filled with emotional and interesting performances by the talented cast. It is the first musical the company has performed since 2009 and they do not disappoint with any aspect. From the cast to the orchestra to set - it is a show that will move you on many levels.

BWW Interview: Devri Chism & Tiffany Michelle Thompson of NEXT TO NORMAL at Hilberry Theatre Talk Mental Illness and Sharing the Role of Diana
by Katie Laban - Jan 24, 2017


Theatre and Dance at Wayne is presenting the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Next to Normal from January 27th through February 12th at the Hilberry Theatre. The raw, rock-infused show has music by Tom Kitt with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and it follows Diana Goodman, a suburban mother grappling with worsening bipolar disorder. The show features two separate casts for this vocally challenging production, in which Diana will be played on alternative performance dates by both Devri Chism and Tiffany Michelle Thompson.

Celebrate the Season with Detroit's Holiday Tradition A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Bonstelle
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2016


Theatre and Dance at Wayne continues its 2016-17 season by bringing together the undergraduate and graduate acting companies on one stage at the Bonstelle Theatre to present A Christmas Carol to audiences of all ages in Detroit. The entire company collaborates to deliver a holiday spectacle of story, song, visual and sensory delight for the season.

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