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Video highlights have been released from the Chicago regional premiere of DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Paramount Theatre in Aurora. The Tony Award-winning musical runs February 4 through March 22 and is directed by Jessica Fisch. The cast includes Cody Combs, Megan McGinnis, and Isabel Kaegi.

Paramount Theatre is now presenting the Chicago-area premiere of Dear Evan Hansen, the Tony Award-winning musical with music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul and a book by Steven Levenson. Get a first look at the production in this all-new video.

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Check out production photos from the Chicago Regional Premiere of Dear Evan Hansen at Downtown Aurora’s Paramount Theatre, running through March 22, 2026.

Get an extended first look at Marriott Theatre's Catch Me If You Can, the delightfully entertaining musical comedy based on the true story about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. JJ Niemann make his Marriott Theatre debut as the charming con artist, Frank Abagnale Jr.

Get a first look at Marriott Theatre's Catch Me If You Can, the delightfully entertaining musical comedy based on the true story about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. JJ Niemann make his Marriott Theatre debut as the charming con artist, “Frank Abagnale Jr.”

 Marriott Theatre is presenting Catch Me If You Can. JJ Niemann, who is currently starring as Charles Lee in Hamilton on Broadway is making his Marriott Theatre debut as the charming con artist, “Frank Abagnale Jr.” Get a first look here!

Go inside rehearsals for Marriott Theatre's Catch Me If You Can, the delightfully entertaining musical comedy based on the true story about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. JJ Niemann will make his Marriott Theatre debut as the charming con artist, “Frank Abagnale Jr.”

Marriott Theatre will present Catch Me If You Can, the delightfully entertaining musical comedy based on the true story about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. The production will star JJ Niemann. Learn more!

Broadway In Chicago and Porchlight Music Theatre have announced that the Chicago engagement of TITANIQUE, the award-winning musical comedy inspired by Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, will conclude its 16-week run on Sunday, July 13, 2025 at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place.

Near, far, wherever you are…you need to see TITANIQUE if you love musicals and parody. Porchlight Music Theatre’s production, presented in partnership with Broadway In Chicago, easily passes the Marie Kondo test: This show sparks immense joy.

Broadway In Chicago and Porchlight Music Theatre have shared new photos and video of the Chicago premiere production of  TITANIQUE, the 2023 Lortel Award-winning musical comedy, which has been extended by popular demand through July 13.

Broadway In Chicago and Porchlight Music Theatre have announced that the 2023 Lortel Award-winning musical comedy TITANIQUE, featuring an all-Chicago cast, is now playing and has been extended by popular demand.

Broadway In Chicago and Porchlight Music Theatre have announced that individual tickets for the 2023 Lortel Award-winning musical comedy TITANIQUE, will go on sale today.

Broadway In Chicago and Porchlight Music Theatre have announced an all-Chicago cast for the 2023 Lortel Award-winning musical comedy TITANIQUE.

In performance now through June 2 is HOT THE MUSICAL, an entertaining and original new take on the Greek Mythology surrounding Helen of Troy and the Trojan Wars. The show is staged at Unicorn Theatre on Main Street. This one is definitely worth your time.

Performances of Jagged Little Pill at the Fabulous Fox run January 19-21. Show times are Friday and Saturday evening at 7:30 p.m., Saturday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. and Sunday afternoon at 1:00 p.m.

Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW announced that individual tickets for the Fort Myers premiere of JAGGED LITTLE PILL will go on sale Friday, October 13 at 10AM.

Get a first look at Julie Reiber, Benjamin Eakeley, and Teralin Jones in the highly anticipated JAGGED LITTLE PILL North American Tour. Check out these exclusive photos and get a sneak peek of the cast in action. Don't miss this incredible musical experience coming to a city near you.

Exciting news for fans of JAGGED LITTLE PILL! The North American tour of the Broadway musical has added three talented performers to its cast. Julie Reiber, Benjamin Eakeley, and Teralin Jones will be joining the production. Learn where the show is playing and how to purchase tickets!