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DATES PRODUCTION 9/2/2009 - 9/6/2009 The Color Purple (2007) 8/16/1963 - 8/16/1963 My People (1963) 10/11/1961 - 10/14/1961 Kicks and Co. (1961)
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RUTH PAGE'S THE NUTCRACKER Celebrates 60 Years at the Ruth Page Center For the Arts
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2025
The Ruth Page Center for the Arts will present its annual live production of “Ruth Page's The Nutcracker” featuring original choreography by the legendary Ruth Page.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2025
The Ruth Page Center for the Arts will present its annual live production of “Ruth Page's The Nutcracker” featuring original choreography by the legendary Ruth Page.
RUTH PAGE'S THE NUTCRACKER Returns To The Ruth Page Center for the Arts This Christmas
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2024
The Ruth Page Center for the Arts will present its annual live production of “Ruth Page’s The Nutcracker” featuring original choreography by Ruth Page.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2024
The Ruth Page Center for the Arts will present its annual live production of “Ruth Page’s The Nutcracker” featuring original choreography by Ruth Page.
Theater Critic Chris Jones to Receive Honorary Degree from Columbia College Chicago This Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - May 12, 2023
According to the Chicago Tribune, Chief Theatre Critic Chris Jones will receive an honorary degree from Columbia College Chicago at a ceremony on Saturday, May 13 at 10am.
by Blair Ingenthron - May 12, 2023
According to the Chicago Tribune, Chief Theatre Critic Chris Jones will receive an honorary degree from Columbia College Chicago at a ceremony on Saturday, May 13 at 10am.
Columbia College Chicago Will Confer Degrees On Theatre Critic Chris Jones And Jazz Artist Bobbi Wilsyn At Commencement 2023
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2023
At its upcoming 2023 Commencement exercises, Columbia College Chicago will confer honorary degrees on long-time Chicago Tribune theatre critic Chris Jones and former faculty member and decorated jazz artist Bobbi Wilsyn. The honorary degree recipients will address graduates and their families at the college's four Commencement ceremonies, with Chris Jones speaking at two ceremonies on Saturday, May 13, and Bobbi Wilsyn at two ceremonies on Sunday, May 14.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2023
At its upcoming 2023 Commencement exercises, Columbia College Chicago will confer honorary degrees on long-time Chicago Tribune theatre critic Chris Jones and former faculty member and decorated jazz artist Bobbi Wilsyn. The honorary degree recipients will address graduates and their families at the college's four Commencement ceremonies, with Chris Jones speaking at two ceremonies on Saturday, May 13, and Bobbi Wilsyn at two ceremonies on Sunday, May 14.
Friday 5(+1): The Cast of HAIRSPRAY At The Roxy Regional Theatre
by Jeffrey Ellis - Sep 13, 2018
Clarksville's Roxy Regional Theatre transports audiences back to Baltimore - the capital of big hair and the city of big dreams - in 1962 with their production of Hairspray, now onstage through September 29. This weekend (which features the company's annual fundraising gala on Saturday night) kicks off the second weekend of the show's multi-week run in Historic Downtown Clarksville.
by Jeffrey Ellis - Sep 13, 2018
Clarksville's Roxy Regional Theatre transports audiences back to Baltimore - the capital of big hair and the city of big dreams - in 1962 with their production of Hairspray, now onstage through September 29. This weekend (which features the company's annual fundraising gala on Saturday night) kicks off the second weekend of the show's multi-week run in Historic Downtown Clarksville.
Ruth Page Center for the Arts Honors Christine 'Chrissy' Atterberry at 2017 Legacy Gala
by Julie Musbach - Apr 20, 2017
The Ruth Page Center for the Arts will hold its annual Ruth Page Legacy Gala at the Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W. Jackson Blvd., Saturday, May 13. The evening begins at 5:15 p.m. with a VIP Reception, followed by dinner, a live auction, award presentations and dancing from until 11 p.m.
by Julie Musbach - Apr 20, 2017
The Ruth Page Center for the Arts will hold its annual Ruth Page Legacy Gala at the Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W. Jackson Blvd., Saturday, May 13. The evening begins at 5:15 p.m. with a VIP Reception, followed by dinner, a live auction, award presentations and dancing from until 11 p.m.
THE FRIDAY FIVE (on Thursday): THE MUSIC MAN's Jones-Benton, Best & Pewitt
by Jeffrey Ellis - Oct 8, 2015
Opening tonight at The Larry Keeton Theatre in Donelson is a sparkling new revival of Meredith Willson's The Music Man, directed and choreographed by Stephanie Jones-Benton, with musical direction by Ginger Newman. Featuring a roster of the Keeton Theatre's favorite stars, the show runs through October 28.
by Jeffrey Ellis - Oct 8, 2015
Opening tonight at The Larry Keeton Theatre in Donelson is a sparkling new revival of Meredith Willson's The Music Man, directed and choreographed by Stephanie Jones-Benton, with musical direction by Ginger Newman. Featuring a roster of the Keeton Theatre's favorite stars, the show runs through October 28.
Jennifer Holliday Kicks Off Three-City Tour of THE COLOR PURPLE Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2014
Jennifer Holliday is hitting the road in THE COLOR PURPLE.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2014
Jennifer Holliday is hitting the road in THE COLOR PURPLE.
Jennifer Holliday to Star in Three-City Tour of THE COLOR PURPLE
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 17, 2014
Jennifer Holliday will soon be hitting the road in THE COLOR PURPLE.
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 17, 2014
Jennifer Holliday will soon be hitting the road in THE COLOR PURPLE.
R&B Powerhouse Jaheim's 'Appreciation Day' Enters Billboard Urban Charts at #3
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 13, 2013
'Timeless,' 'Classic' and ' A Return To Real R&B' are just a few of the phrases used to describe singer/songwriter Jaheim's latest release 'Appreciation Day.'
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 13, 2013
'Timeless,' 'Classic' and ' A Return To Real R&B' are just a few of the phrases used to describe singer/songwriter Jaheim's latest release 'Appreciation Day.'
Brian McKnight and Angie Stone to Lead LOVE LIES Tour
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 1, 2013
Two contemporary music giants - multi-platinum recording artist and 16-time Grammy nominee, Brian McKnight and the fiercely gifted, three-time Grammy nominee Angie Stone have signed on to play lead roles in the national tour of the award-winning musical, Hinton Battle's Love Lies. The play debuted last summer at the Midtown International Theatre Festival, garnering nine MITF nominations and picking up several awards.
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 1, 2013
Two contemporary music giants - multi-platinum recording artist and 16-time Grammy nominee, Brian McKnight and the fiercely gifted, three-time Grammy nominee Angie Stone have signed on to play lead roles in the national tour of the award-winning musical, Hinton Battle's Love Lies. The play debuted last summer at the Midtown International Theatre Festival, garnering nine MITF nominations and picking up several awards.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for March 31, 2010
by Paul W. Thompson - Mar 31, 2010
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. National tour news, 'Ragtime,' Theater for Young Audiences, 'Hello Again,' 'Cabaret,' June Havoc and Ricky Martin, more.....
by Paul W. Thompson - Mar 31, 2010
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. National tour news, 'Ragtime,' Theater for Young Audiences, 'Hello Again,' 'Cabaret,' June Havoc and Ricky Martin, more.....
Final Performance of Tyler Perry's MADEA a NYC's WaMu Theatre, 1/31
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2010
As previously reported, comedian and celebrated performer/producer/director Tyler Perry is taking his famed character, Madea, on the road this year beginning a national tour that launched on January 4, 2010 at the Pepsi Arena in Denver, Colorado. Perry will, of course, perform the title role.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2010
As previously reported, comedian and celebrated performer/producer/director Tyler Perry is taking his famed character, Madea, on the road this year beginning a national tour that launched on January 4, 2010 at the Pepsi Arena in Denver, Colorado. Perry will, of course, perform the title role.
Tyler Perry Brings MADEA to NYC's WaMu Theatre, 1/27 - 1/31
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2010
As previously reported, comedian and celebrated performer/producer/director Tyler Perry is taking his famed character, Madea, on the road this year beginning a national tour that launched on January 4, 2010 at the Pepsi Arena in Denver, Colorado. Perry will, of course, perform the title role.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2010
As previously reported, comedian and celebrated performer/producer/director Tyler Perry is taking his famed character, Madea, on the road this year beginning a national tour that launched on January 4, 2010 at the Pepsi Arena in Denver, Colorado. Perry will, of course, perform the title role.
Tyler Perry Brings MADEA to NYC's WaMu Theatre, 1/27 - 1/31
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 11, 2010
As previously reported, comedian and celebrated performer/producer/director Tyler Perry is taking his famed character, Madea, on the road this year beginning a national tour that launched on January 4, 2010 at the Pepsi Arena in Denver, Colorado. Perry will, of course, perform the title role.
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 11, 2010
As previously reported, comedian and celebrated performer/producer/director Tyler Perry is taking his famed character, Madea, on the road this year beginning a national tour that launched on January 4, 2010 at the Pepsi Arena in Denver, Colorado. Perry will, of course, perform the title role.
Tyler Perry Takes MADEA on the Road in 2010
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 1, 2009
Comedian and celebrated performer/producer/director Tyler Perry is taking his famed character, Madea, on the road. In a message to fans on his official website, Perry announced that his new play, Madea's Big Happy Family will begin a national tour on January 4, 2010 at the Pepsi Arena in Denver, Colorado. Perry will, of course, perform the title role. Announcements regarding casting and a creative team are forthcoming.
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 1, 2009
Comedian and celebrated performer/producer/director Tyler Perry is taking his famed character, Madea, on the road. In a message to fans on his official website, Perry announced that his new play, Madea's Big Happy Family will begin a national tour on January 4, 2010 at the Pepsi Arena in Denver, Colorado. Perry will, of course, perform the title role. Announcements regarding casting and a creative team are forthcoming.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for September 8th, 2009
by Paul W. Thompson - Sep 8, 2009
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Glee,' 'ComedySportz,' 'Yeast Nation' and more....
by Paul W. Thompson - Sep 8, 2009
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Glee,' 'ComedySportz,' 'Yeast Nation' and more....
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for August 18th, 2009
by Paul W. Thompson - Aug 19, 2009
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars. 'My Fair Lady,' 'Cabaret,' 'The Merry Widow' and more....
by Paul W. Thompson - Aug 19, 2009
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars. 'My Fair Lady,' 'Cabaret,' 'The Merry Widow' and more....
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