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The Brown Paper Box Co. Presents [title of show]
by Sally Henry Fuller - Aug 9, 2015


Tickets are now on sale for The Brown Paper Box Co.'s upcoming production, the Chicago storefront premiere of [title of show], with music and lyrics by Jeff Bowen and book by Hunter Bell.

Photo Flash: First Look at Brown Paper Box Co.'s [TITLE OF SHOW]
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 31, 2015


Tickets are now on sale for The Brown Paper Box Co.'s critically acclaimed and Jeff-recommended production, the Chicago storefront premiere of[title of show], with music and lyrics by Jeff Bowen and book by Hunter Bell. The show will run through August 16, 2015 at Rivendell Theatre in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood (5779 N. Ridge Ave.). For ticketing information and more, visit www.brownpaperbox.org.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for July 22nd, 2015
by Paul W. Thompson - Jul 22, 2015


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. It's all about musical legends! 'Men Of Soul,' 'All Shook Up,' 'Amazing Grace,' 'Million Dollar Quartet' and 'Bette' show showbiz as it was. Also on our boards: '[title of show],' 'Madame Pompadour' and 'Clue,' plus revisiting 'Eastland' and preparing to see the 'October Sky.'

Photo Flash: First Look at Neala Barron, Matt Frye & More in Rehearsal for Brown Paper Box Co.'s [title of show]
by Matt Smith - Jul 10, 2015


CHICAGO: Tickets are now on sale for The Brown Paper Box Co.'s upcoming production, the Chicago storefront premiere of [title of show], with music and lyrics by Jeff Bowen and book by Hunter Bell. The show will run from July 17 through August 16, 2015 at Rivendell Theatre in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood (5779 N. Ridge Ave.). Ticketing information and more is available at www.brownpaperbox.org.

The Brown Paper Box Co. Presents SPRING FORWARD, FAIL BACK: A SUNNY, FUNNY CABARET This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2015


The Brown Paper Box Co. has announced their next cabaret series, Spring Forward, Fail Back: A Sunny, Funny Cabaret. This show will feature songs and stories about all things spring: the flings, the foibles, and all of the shenanigans that accompany the rising temperatures of the season.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for May 6th, 2015
by Paul W. Thompson - May 6, 2015


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 'Jersey Boys' return, '[title of show]' premieres and CPaz hosts a belt-fest! Plus new works everywhere! Piven Theatre, Northlight Theatre, The Music Theatre Company, Chicago Children's Theatre, FWD Theatre and Porchlight Music Theatre show us our future, plus the world premiere of 'Sense And Sensibility' at Chicago Shakespeare Theater!

Brown Paper Box Co. Sets Cast of [TITLE OF SHOW] Chicago Storefront Premiere
by Tyler Peterson - May 4, 2015


The Brown Paper Box Co. has announced the cast for the Chicago storefront premiere of [title of show], with music and lyrics by Jeff Bowen and book by Hunter Bell. The show will run from July 17 through August 16, 2015 at Rivendell Theatre in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood (5779 N. Ridge Ave.). Press performances are Sunday, July 19 at 2 P.M. and Monday, July 20 at 7:30 P.M. Ticketing information and more will be posted at www.brownpaperbox.org.

The Brown Paper Box Co. to Present SPRING FORWARD, FAIL BACK: A SUNNY, FUNNY CABARET, 5/22-23
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 27, 2015


The Brown Paper Box Co. has announced their next cabaret series, Spring Forward, Fail Back: A Sunny, Funny Cabaret. This show will feature songs and stories about all things spring: the flings, the foibles, and all of the shenanigans that accompany the rising temperatures of the season.

BWW Reviews: SOUL BROTHER, WHERE ART THOU? at The Second City e.t.c.
by M. William Panek - Apr 24, 2015


Perfectly executed evening of laughs, tears, and outcry makes SOUL BROTHER Second City e.t.c.'s best work in years.

The Brown Paper Box Co. to Present [TITLE OF SHOW] This Summer
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 23, 2015


The Brown Paper Box Co. announces the Chicago storefront premiere of [title of show], with music and lyrics by Jeff Bowen and book by Hunter Bell. The show will run from July 17 through August 16, 2015 at Rivendell Theatre in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood (5779 N. Ridge Ave.). Press performances are Sunday, July 19 at 2 P.M. and Monday, July 20 at 7:30 P.M. Audition information and more will be posted at www.brownpaperbox.org.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for February 11th, 2015
by Paul W. Thompson - Feb 12, 2015


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Carousel,' 'The King And I' and 'The Merry Widow' at Lyric Opera, and the upcoming season at Porchlight. Plus 'Merman' transfers, 'Mormon' arrives, 'First Wives Club' and 'Gotta Dance' try out, the 'Pride And Prejudice' reading moves, Quest Theatre mounts two, Pasek and Paul's 'Peach,' Bailiwick's 'Wonderful Town,' the Mosh Pit in the Tribune and more honors for Jessie Mueller! Whew!

TV Chicago Exclusive: FIRST WIVES CLUB Cast Preps for Pre-Broadway Run and Performs from Show!
by M. William Panek - Feb 5, 2015


BroadwayWorld Chicago was on hand to meet the cast and creative team of THE FIRST WIVES CLUB, set to begin its pre-Broadway world premiere at the Ford Center for the Performing Arts Oriental Theatre.

Photo Flash: First Look at The Brown Paper Box Co.'s SPIKE HEELS
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 26, 2015


Tickets are now on sale for The Brown Paper Box Co.'s upcoming production, SPIKE HEELS, by Theresa Rebeck. The show will run Thursdays through Saturdays at 8:00 PM and Sundays at 3:30 PM from January 23-February 8on the West Stage at the Raven Theatre Complex (6157 N. Clark St.). Ticketing information and more is available at atwww.brownpaperbox.org.

Photo Flash: SPIKE HEELS in Rehearsal at The Brown Paper Box Co.
by Anna Bencivengo - Jan 12, 2015


Tickets are now on sale for The Brown Paper Box Co.'s upcoming production, SPIKE HEELS, by Theresa Rebeck. The show will run Thursdays through Saturdays at 8:00 PM and Sundays at 3:30 PM from January 23-February 8on the West Stage at the Raven Theatre Complex (6157 N. Clark St.). Ticketing information and more is available at at www.brownpaperbox.org. Photo credits: CB Lindsey.

PHOTO FLASH: Inside BPB YEARBOOK: A THROWBACK CABARET at Davenport's
by Anna Bencivengo - Nov 14, 2014


The Brown Paper Box Co. returned to Davenport's Piano Bar & Cabaret last Sunday and Monday nights with BPB Yearbook: A Throwback Cabaret. This two-night-only event featured solos and duets performed by Brown Paper Box Co. artistic associates and previous cast members as they cracked open their personal time capsules and revealed hilarious anecdotes and cringe-worthy stories from their teenage years.

The Brown Paper Box Co. to Present BPB YEARBOOK Cabaret, 11/9-10
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 10, 2014


The Brown Paper Box Co. has announced their next cabaret series, BPB Yearbook: A Throwback Cabaret. This show will feature appearances from The Brown Paper Box Co. artistic associates and former cast members sharing funny, embarrassing, and life-changing stories from their high school experiences, and the songs that made them so memorable. Reserve tickets here.

BWW Reviews: SMOKEFALL at Goodman Theatre
by M. William Panek - Sep 30, 2014


SMOKEFALL, currently occupying the Goodman's Albert stage following last year's successful run, is absolutely stunning.

Jillian Weingart, Jesse Dornan & More to Lead Brown Paper Box Co.'s SPIKE HEELS
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 19, 2014


The Brown Paper Box Co. has announced the cast for their upcoming production, SPIKE HEELS, by Theresa Rebeck.

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