W. Lawrence News

THE NIGHT THAT NEVER WAS Pilot to Star Barb Bailey at Copernicus Center

by A.A. Cristi — August 20, 2026

Barb Bailey will lead a live television pilot taping combining music, stories and audience participation at Chicago's Gateway Lounge Theater inside the Copernicus Center.

Review: LUNGS at The Weekend Theater in Little Rock

by Theresa Bertram — August 17, 2026

What did our critic think of LUNGS at The Weekend Theater?

Review: AS YOU LIKE IT presented by Midsommer Flight

by Angela Lin — June 28, 2026

There’s nothing quite like the gentle strum of a mandolin through the open breeze of a public park to make you fully appreciate both the arrival of summer and the magic of live theater.

Photos: Roundabout Theatre Company Honors Jean Smart at 2026 Gala

by Jennifer Broski — March 10, 2026

Roundabout Theatre Company hosted its 2026 Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, honoring Emmy Award-winner Jean Smart.

The Gift Theatre Reveals 25th Anniversary Season

by Stephi Wild — February 25, 2026

The Gift Theatre has announced its lineup for the 25th anniversary season, featuring a series of compelling productions set to captivate audiences.

Photos: Roundabout Honors Danny DeVito at 2025 Gala

by Jennifer Broski — March 11, 2025

Roundabout Theatre Company celebrated it 2025 Gala, honoring Danny DeVito.

Chicago Shakespeare Presents SHAKES IN THE CITY: TWELFTH NIGHT

by A.A. Cristi — July 2, 2024

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced Shakes in the City, part of CST's longstanding commitment to creative community engagement offering free and accessible programming for audiences of all ages in neighborhoods across Chicago.

Midsommer Flight To Present Free Production Of Shakespeare's ROMEO AND JULIET In Six Chicago Parks

by A.A. Cristi — May 16, 2024

Midsommer Flight will present a free production of Shakespeare’s ROMEO AND JULIET from June 28 to August 4 in six Chicago parks.

Downstage Arts Hosts 4th Annual Teen Cohort Showcase Hosted By Hannah Kato

by Stephi Wild — May 7, 2024

The 4th Annual Teen Cohort Showcase and Fundraiser will be hosted by Broadway star Hannah Kato and feature all of our Teen Cohort members.

Photos: Go Inside Roundabout's 2024 Gala, Honoring Kenny Leon and the Rudin Family

by Jennifer Broski — March 5, 2024

Roundabout Theatre Company celebrated its 2024 Gala, honoring Kenny Leon and The Rudin Family.

Roundabout Theatre Company 2024 Gala to Honor Kenny Leon & Feature Ariana DeBose Performance

by Chloe Rabinowitz — November 30, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company's 2024 Gala will honor Kenny Leon and The Rudin Family on Monday, March 4 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City.

EXPO CHICAGO And Gertie Present Inaugural Chicago Exhibition Weekend

by A.A. Cristi — August 17, 2023

Over 55 galleries, institutions, and artist-run spaces are aligning to present a weekend of exhibition openings, activations, and events this fall, showcasing art throughout Chicago’s many neighborhoods for the inaugural Chicago Exhibition Weekend.

PRIMARY TRUST Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances at Roundabout Theatre Company

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 20, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company will conclude the world premiere of Primary Trust by Eboni Booth, directed by Knud Adams on Sunday, July 2.

American Airlines Theatre Will Be Renamed the Todd Haimes Theatre

by Nicole Rosky — June 2, 2023

The American Airlines Theatre will become the Todd Haimes Theatre, in recognition of the late artistic director and chief executive’s extraordinary dedication to the institution he called home, and his enormous contributions to Roundabout and the entire theatre community.