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The Raven

Ages: 18+
Closing: October 21, 2019

The Raven - 2019 History , Info & More

"Edgar Allan Poe is dead. He died in Baltimore the day before yesterday. This announcement will startle many but few will be grieved by it." So begins the infamous Rufus Griswold obituary of Poe, who died penniless and unhappy days after being discovered delirious in the gutter on a cold fall morning. The author's legacy, his ghosts, and even the mysterious circumstances of his death are examined in this immersive theater experience that blends, elements of game play, cutting-edge audio technology, and first-rate storytelling.


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Ken Page Awards 2025-2026 Nominees Announced for St. Louis High School Musical Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026


The Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation, The Muny, and the Fabulous Fox announced nominees for the 2025-2026 Ken Page Awards, honoring St. Louis-area high school musical theatre. The ceremony will be held at the Fabulous Fox.

Patti LuPone, Carrie Coon & More Stage Stars Join Audible's HEADS WILL ROLL
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 28, 2026


A slew of stage stars are joining season two of the Audible Original Heads Will Roll, including Patti LuPone, Laurie Metcalf, Carrie Coon, Richard Kind, Andrea Martin, Michael Urie, and Adam Pascal, among many others.

Cast and Crew Set for Dave Malloy's OCTET at Raven Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2026


Chicago's Raven Theatre Company has revealed the cast and production team for Dave Malloy's Octet, directed by Keira Fromm and running April 30 - June 7, 2026.

POT GIRLS Extended at Raven Theatre Through March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026


Due to popular demand, The Story Theatre's world premiere of Pot Girls has added one additional week of performances, extending through Sunday, March 8, 2026 at Raven Theatre's Schwartz Stage, 6157 N. Clark St in Chicago.

Olly Alexander and Iz Hesketh Join Cast for UK Reading of RIGHT BEFORE I GO
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026


Olly Alexander and Iz Hesketh will join Vanessa Williams and Matt Henry in a UK reading of Stan Zimmerman's suicide awareness play, RIGHT BEFORE I GO, at London's Soho Theatre.

WAM Theatre Welcomes New Board Members for 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026


WAM Theatre will welcome five new members to its Board of Directors, expanding a dynamic leadership body dedicated to bold artistic expression and social impact.

Photos: First Look at POT GIRLS at The Story Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026


The Story Theatre will close out Season V with the world premiere production of Pot Girls by Governing Ensemble member Paul Michael Thomson and directed by Governing Ensemble member Ayanna Bria Bakari. See photos!

Review: THE WORLD TO COME at Woolly Mammoth
by Pamela Roberts - Feb 15, 2026


Friendship as Resistance in a Powerful World Premiere - The World to Come, a world-premiere co-production by Woolly Mammoth and Theater J, delivers powerful, honest performances and an intriguing story in an extraordinary, deeply touching production that shouldn’t be missed.

Guest Blog: 'Art Itself Is Diverse': Indian Baritone Darwin Prakash on Education, Collaboration and Fun in ENO's COSÌ FAN TUTTE
by Guest Author - Feb 6, 2026


Darwin Prakash burst onto the opera scene in 2019, when he made his professional debut in the chorus at Glyndebourne. Five years before that, he didn’t read music and had no formal singing training. The Indian baritone discusses his meteoric career trajectory and singing the role of Guglielmo in English National Opera (ENO)’s forthcoming production of Mozart’s Così fan tutte...

Rachel Dratch, Stephanie Hsu, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Juliette Lewis & More Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW- Full Cast Announced
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2026


It's time to meet Broadway's new creatures of the night! Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the complete cast for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, with direction by Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton.

POT GIRLS Comes to The Story Theatre in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026


The Story Theatre will close its Season V with the world premiere production of Pot Girls by Governing Ensemble member Paul Michael Thomson and directed by Governing Ensemble member Ayanna Bria Bakari.

THE BIRD TRILOGY and HORSES Come To Soho Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025


Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominated comedian and cult clown Elf Lyons will bring two of her most celebrated shows to Soho Theatre's Main Theatre this winter, following hugely successful runs at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and beyond.

Chicago Premiere of WORK HARD HAVE FUN MAKE HISTORY Comes to First Floor Theater
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025


Chicago's First Floor Theater has announced its 13th season with the Chicago Premiere of WORK HARD HAVE FUN MAKE HISTORY, written by reid tang and directed by Tina El Gamal.

City Lit Reveals First Group Of Artistic Associates
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025


City Lit Theater has announced a cohort of Artistic Associates for the first time in its 45-year history. Learn more about the full lineup for this first cohort here!

American Composers Orchestra Unveils Highlights of 2025-2026 Season
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025


The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) has unveiled its 2025-2026 highlights, marking its 49th year. The season includes new works from Tamar Muskal, Elijah Daniel Smith, Mazz Swift, and more.

Photos: BEAU THE MUSICAL Celebrates Pride Night Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025


Out of the Box Theatrics, in association with The StoryLine Project, LLC; Bryan McCaffrey, and Leah Michalos, hosted a special Pride Night celebration at Beau the Musical. Check out photos from the event!

Interview: Douglas Lyons on the NYC Premiere of BEAU THE MUSICAL
by David Clarke - Jun 16, 2025


Now playing, BEAU THE MUSICAL makes its long-awaited New York City premiere in a heartwarming and entertaining production. The actor-musician musical brings a deeply personal and resonant story to life just blocks from the historic Stonewall Inn.

The Washington Chorus Launches New Brand Identity and Unveils 2025–2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2025


The Washington Chorus has announced its new brand and logo, as well as its 2025-2026 season. With concerts exploring light and love (in all its forms), the upcoming season features guest appearances with the National Symphony Orchestra and Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, TWC's annual collaboration with National Philharmonic, the beloved A Candlelight Christmas, and a return to National Presbyterian Church for the first time since 2019.

Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and More to Perform at 54 Below in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025


Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and more. See the full lineup here!

The Dance Centre Unveils BC Dance Awards Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2025


The Dance Centre has revealed the recipients of two awards that acknowledge the achievements of British Columbia's choreographers. Learn more about the recipients here!

The Story Theatre's AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEN Announces Second Extension
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2025


Due to high demand, The Story Theatre has announced a second week of additional performances for its new production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen, now extended through Sunday, May 25, 2025 on Raven Theatre's Schwartz Stage.

Photos: AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEN At Story Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2025


The Story Theatre is over the moon to kick off Season V with a reimagined production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen by Governing Ensemble member and Joseph Jefferson Award-winning playwright Terry Guest, directed by Joseph Jefferson Award-winning director Mikael Burke. See photos of the production.

The Story Theatre's AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAQ QUEEN Extends at Raven Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025


Due to popular demand, The Story Theatre has announced one additional week of performances for its new production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen.

Kate Hamill’s SENSE AND SENSIBILITY is Coming to Syracuse Stage This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025


Syracuse Stage will continue its 2024/2025 season with celebrated actor and playwright Kate Hamill’s whirlwind adaptation of Jane Austen’s “Sense and Sensibility.” Learn more!

AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEEN Begins In April At The Story Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025


The Story Theatre is over the moon to kick off Season V with a reimagined production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen by Governing Ensemble member and Joseph Jefferson Award-winning playwright Terry Guest, directed by Joseph Jefferson Award-winning director Mikael Burke.

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