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F. Murray Abraham Leads THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, Plays Chicago 3/15-27
by BWW News Desk - Mar 15, 2011


Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce that individual tickets for William Shakespeare's tragiccomedy 'The Merchant of Venice' from the acclaimed Theatre for a New Audience, are on sale now for its Chicago debut during a limited, two-week engagement, March 15-27 2011, at the Bank of America Theatre (18 West Monroe St.).

American Blues Theatre Presents AMERICAN BLUES, 3/8
by BWW News Desk - Mar 8, 2011


American Blues Theater (ABT), Chicago's second oldest Equity Ensemble, presents a benefit performance of 'American Blues - Collected One-Acts' by Tennessee Williams on the Victory Gardens Biograph mainstage, 2433 N. Lincoln Avenue, Tuesday, March 8, 2011, from 6:00 - 10 p.m. Guest artist E. Fay Butler will perform during the pre-benefit VIP reception from 5 - 6 p.m. The evening will be emceed by ABT Board Secretary Joan Esposito, co-founder of J2SC. For more information call (312) 725 - 4228, email info@americanbluestheater.com or visit www.americanbluestheater.com.

BORDELLO Premieres at Chicago Dramatists, Closes 3/6
by BWW News Desk - Mar 6, 2011


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, will present the World Premiere of Bordello, a Susan Smith Blackburn Prize nominee, by Resident Playwright Aline Lathrop. Bordello will close March 6, 2011. Northlight Theatre Literary Manager and Chicago Dramatists Associate Artist Meghan Beals McCarthy will direct.

Chicago Dramatists Annouce 2010/2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - Mar 6, 2011


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, known for producing innovative and award-winning work, is proud to announce a thrilling line-up of World Premieres in 2010-2011. Following a remarkable 2009 season, Chicago Dramatists has had the opportunity to grow its organization and shine the spotlight on its talented playwrights

Sally Murphy, William Peterson, et al. Set for Steppenwolf's 2011 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 2, 2011


Chicago's Steppenwolf THeatre Company has just announced their star-studded 2011-12 season which will feature the talents of CSI's William Petersen, Sally Murphy and John Mahoney. Additionally, Amy Morton, Austin Pendleton, Frank Galati and Anna D. Shapiro are set to direct this season's productions. Check out the full details on Steppenwolf's new season below!

Photo Flash: BORDELLO Celebrates Opening Night
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2011


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, will present the World Premiere of Bordello, a Susan Smith Blackburn Prize nominee, by Resident Playwright Aline Lathrop. Bordello will preview January 27, open February 4 and 5, and run through March 6, 2011. Northlight Theatre Literary Manager and Chicago Dramatists Associate Artist Meghan Beals McCarthy will direct.

BORDELLO Premieres at Chicago Dramatists, 2/4
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2011


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, will present the World Premiere of Bordello, a Susan Smith Blackburn Prize nominee, by Resident Playwright Aline Lathrop.

Chicago Dramatists Presents BORDELLO, Previews 1/27
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2011


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, is thrilled to present Bordello, a domestic drama that explores the lives of sex workers within legalized brothels in Nevada, previewing January 27, opening February 4 and 5, and running through March 6, 2011.

Chicago Dramatists Presents BORDELLO, Previews 1/27
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2011


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, is thrilled to present Bordello, a domestic drama that explores the lives of sex workers within legalized brothels in Nevada, previewing January 27, opening February 4 and 5, and running through March 6, 2011.

Chicago Dramatists Presents BORDELLO, Previews 1/27
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2011


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, is thrilled to present Bordello, a domestic drama that explores the lives of sex workers within legalized brothels in Nevada, previewing January 27, opening February 4 and 5, and running through March 6, 2011.

BORDELLO Premieres at Chicago Dramatists, Previews 1/27/2011
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2011


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, will present the World Premiere of Bordello, a Susan Smith Blackburn Prize nominee, by Resident Playwright Aline Lathrop.

F. Murray Abraham Leads THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, Plays Chicago 3/15-27
by Charlie Piane - Jan 24, 2011


Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce that individual tickets for William Shakespeare's tragiccomedy 'The Merchant of Venice' from the acclaimed Theatre for a New Audience, are on sale now for its Chicago debut during a limited, two-week engagement, March 15-27 2011, at the Bank of America Theatre (18 West Monroe St.).

Chicago Dramatists Presents BORDELLO, Previews 1/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 19, 2011


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, is thrilled to present Bordello, a domestic drama that explores the lives of sex workers within legalized brothels in Nevada, previewing January 27, opening February 4 and 5, and running through March 6, 2011.

Chicago Dramatists Annouce 2010/2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2011


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, known for producing innovative and award-winning work, is proud to announce a thrilling line-up of World Premieres in 2010-2011. Following a remarkable 2009 season, Chicago Dramatists has had the opportunity to grow its organization and shine the spotlight on its talented playwrights

American Blues Theatre Presents AMERICAN BLUES, 3/8
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 11, 2011


American Blues Theater (ABT), Chicago's second oldest Equity Ensemble, presents a benefit performance of 'American Blues - Collected One-Acts' by Tennessee Williams on the Victory Gardens Biograph mainstage, 2433 N. Lincoln Avenue, Tuesday, March 8, 2011, from 6:00 - 10 p.m. Guest artist E. Fay Butler will perform during the pre-benefit VIP reception from 5 - 6 p.m. The evening will be emceed by ABT Board Secretary Joan Esposito, co-founder of J2SC. For more information call (312) 725 - 4228, email info@americanbluestheater.com or visit www.americanbluestheater.com.

Chicago Dramatists Presents BORDELLO, Previews 1/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 3, 2011


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, is thrilled to present Bordello, a domestic drama that explores the lives of sex workers within legalized brothels in Nevada, previewing January 27, opening February 4 and 5, and running through March 6, 2011.

Chicago Dramatists Presents BORDELLO, Previews 1/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 23, 2010


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, is thrilled to present Bordello, a domestic drama that explores the lives of sex workers within legalized brothels in Nevada, previewing January 27, opening February 4 and 5, and running through March 6, 2011.

Chicago Dramatists & Harrington College Announce Design Comp Winner
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 10, 2010


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, together with the Harrington College of Design Alumni Association, is thrilled to announce Matthew McGrane, a Harrington student, and Harrington alumna Sarah Kuchar, as the winners of its competition to refurbish its theatre lobby and entry.

B.B. King's Blues Club Announces Upcoming Appearances And Performances
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 1, 2010


B.B. King Blues Club & Grill is located at 237 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues) New York, NY 10036

Chicago Dramatists And Harrington College Announce Design Competition
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2010


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, is celebrating its 32nd anniversary by sponsoring a competition to redesign its theatre lobby and entry.

Chicago Dramatists And Harrington College Announce Design Competition
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 22, 2010


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, is celebrating its 32nd anniversary by sponsoring a competition to redesign its theatre lobby and entry.

Chicago Dramatists Welcomes New Resident Playwrights
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 19, 2010


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, is proud to announce the addition of three new members to its esteemed list of 40 Resident Playwrights.

DePaul University Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Reskin Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 9, 2010


The Theatre School at DePaul University is delighted to announce that this coming December 31, 2010, will mark the 100th anniversary of the opening of the Merle Reskin Theatre (formerly The Blackstone Theatre). The Beaux-Arts style Blackstone Theatre, which was designed by Chicago architects Marshall and Fox, opened its doors just off of Michigan Avenue in the South Loop on New Years' Eve of 1910. In the course of the past century it has changed owners, names, addresses, audiences, and has stayed a hub of theatrical arts in a changing neighborhood and city. It faced many noteworthy changes in entertainment, including the introduction of the radio, television and film industries.

BORDELLO Premieres at Chicago Dramatists, Previews 1/27/2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 22, 2010


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, will present the World Premiere of Bordello, a Susan Smith Blackburn Prize nominee, by Resident Playwright Aline Lathrop.

Chicago Dramatists Annouce 2010/2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2010


Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, known for producing innovative and award-winning work, is proud to announce a thrilling line-up of World Premieres in 2010-2011. Following a remarkable 2009 season, Chicago Dramatists has had the opportunity to grow its organization and shine the spotlight on its talented playwrights

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Chicago - 1979 West End Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1979 Olivier Awards Actor of the Year in a Musical Ben Cross
1979 Olivier Awards Actress of the Year in a Musical Antonia Ellis
1979 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Fred Ebb
1979 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Bob Fosse
1979 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year John Kander

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