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Jeff Award-Winner David H. Bell Directs 9 TO 5, THE MUSICAL at The Marriott Theatre, Now thru 10/13
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2013


One of the most hotly anticipated new musicals from Broadway, 9 to 5, The Musical comes to the Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive in Lincolnshire, beginning tonight, August 14, opening August 21 and running through October 13.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for July 24th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson - Jul 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. Two shows called 'Whistle,' plus 'Superman,' 'Hedwig,' 'Seussical,' 'All Shook Up,' '9 To 5' and 'Teen Beach Movie,' a trip to England and the latest in summer concerts!

Jeff Award-Winner David H. Bell to Direct 9 TO 5 at The Marriott Theatre, 8/14-10/13
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 27, 2013


One of the most hotly anticipated new musicals from Broadway, 9 to 5, The Musical comes to the Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive in Lincolnshire, beginning August 14, opening August 21 and running through October 13. Based on the smash 1980 film, 9 to 5, The Musical is the hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the rolodex era. The musical features the blockbuster title song plus a jubilant Tony Award-nominated score by multi Grammy Award-winner Dolly Parton and a book by original screenwriter Patricia Resnick, The Marriott Theatre production will be directed by 11 time Jeff Award-winner David H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery.

STAGE TUBE: Marriott Theatre's I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE - Highlights!
by Stage Tube - Jun 17, 2013


Off-Broadway's longest-running, smash hit musical comedy celebrating the triumphs and trials of the modern-day mating game I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire, running through August 11. Click below to watch highlights from the show!

Photo Flash: First Look at Marriott Theatre's I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE
by BWW News Desk - Jun 7, 2013


Off-Broadway's longest-running, smash hit musical comedy celebrating the triumphs and trials of the modern-day mating game I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire, opening June 12 and running through August 11. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for May 1st, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson - May 1, 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. 'Oklahoma!' opens, a new 'Porgy,' a one-night 'Tommy,' improvised Sondheim, Darren Criss, 'The Jungle Book' has been cast, two new revues, my Tony perspective and more!

The Marriott Theatre Presents I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, Opening 6/12
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 30, 2013


Off-Broadway's longest-running, smash hit musical comedy celebrating the triumphs and trials of the modern-day mating game I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire June 5, opening June 12 and running through August 11. The witty script and lyrics by playwright/lyricist Joe DiPietro and composer Jimmy Roberts showcase a dizzying spectrum of male/female relationships as four actors journey through a hilarious series of vignettes which cleverly explore the trials and tribulations of single life, dating, marriage, loss and heartbreak. The laugh-inducing, award-winning production will be directed and choreographed by Matt Raftery.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for April 17th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson - Apr 17, 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. 'American Idiot' pays a visit, Circle's 'Death Takes A Holiday,' Porchlight's 'Pal Joey,' TMTC's 'Pajama Game,' plus a piano show, two children's shows, Seth Rudetsky and more, including an unbelievable roundup of current shows!

STAGE TUBE: SOUTH PACIFIC Opening Night at Marriott Theatre
by Stage Tube - Apr 16, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre. The show celebrated its opening April 10 and runs through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Scroll down for opening night interviews with the cast and creative team!

Photo Flash: Opening Night at Marriott Theatre's SOUTH PACIFIC
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre, running now through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. BroadwayWorld has photos from the show's opening on April 10 below!

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for April 10th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson - Apr 10, 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 Jungle Book' heats up, 'Oklahoma!' and 'South Pacific,' 'Oliver!' and 'Barnum,' plus 'Stomp,' some interesting student productions and more!

STAGE TUBE: Marriott Theatre's SOUTH PACIFIC - Highlights!
by Stage Tube - Apr 9, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre. The show is currently in previews and opens tomorrow, April 10, running through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Based on James Michener's Tales of the South Pacific, this all-new production of SOUTH PACIFIC will be directed by David H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery. Click below to watch highlights from the production!

Photo Flash: First Look at Marriott Theatre's SOUTH PACIFIC
by BWW News Desk - Apr 9, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre. The show is currently in previews and opens April 10, running through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Based on James Michener's Tales of the South Pacific, this all-new production of SOUTH PACIFIC will be directed by David H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

The Marriott Theatre's SOUTH PACIFIC Opens 4/10
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 5, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre previewing April 3, opening April 10 and running through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Featuring music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and a book by Hammerstein and Joshua Logan, the original 1949 Broadway production won ten Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and the 2008 Broadway revival won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical Revival. Based on James Michener's Tales of the South Pacific, this all-new production of SOUTH PACIFIC will be directed by David H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery.

Photo Flash: Stephen R. Buntrock, Elizabeth Lanza and More Rehearse Marriott Theatre's SOUTH PACIFIC
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre previewing April 3, opening April 10 and running through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. The production is currently in rehearsals, and BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in action below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Emily Rohm and More in Marriott Theatre's ALICE IN WONDERLAND
by BWW News Desk - Mar 20, 2013


The Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences, 10 Marriott Drive, presents the charming fairy tale classic ALICE IN WONDERLAND, now through May 18th. The press performance will be on Saturday, March 23rd at 10:00 a.m. A favorite tale for children and adults worldwide for nearly 140 years, Marc Robin's musical adaptation of the Lewis Carroll book is directed and choreographed by Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences favorite Matt Raftery. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for March 20th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson - Mar 20, 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. 'South Pacific' at the Marriott, two shows with Gene Kelly's vibe, cabarets from Porchlight, Brown Paper Box and Darrian Ford, 2014 premieres from Marc Blitzstein and Alan Schmuckler, lots of Doug Peck and more!

The Marriott Theatre Presents SOUTH PACIFIC, Beginning 4/3
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 18, 2013


One of Broadway's legendary romantic musicals, the Pulitzer Prize-winning SOUTH PACIFIC takes the stage at The Marriott Theatre previewing April 3, opening April 10 and running through June 2 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Featuring music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and a book by Hammerstein and Joshua Logan, the original 1949 Broadway production won ten Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and the 2008 Broadway revival won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical Revival. Based on James Michener's Tales of the South Pacific, this all-new production of SOUTH PACIFIC will be directed by David H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery.

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