Lisa Johnson Willingham News

The Ailey Organization announced that Lisa Johnson-Willingham, a former dancer with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, has been named Director of The Ailey Extension.

Lifeline Theatre KidSeries presents the world premiere musical based on global folktales, 'The Blue Shadow,' written by Nambi E. Kelley, music and lyrics by Joe Plummer, and directed by Ilesa Duncan.

Chicago Dramatists concludes its 29th season with resident playwright Laura Jacqmin's new drama 10 Virgins at Chicago Dramatists (1105 West Chicago Ave); beginning April 23 with an opening Friday May 2 or Saturday May 3 at 8PM

Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues its Steppenwolf for Young Adults 2007-2008 Season with the world premiere of Harriet Jacobs by Lydia R. Diamond and directed by Hallie Gordon.