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Telos Ensemble Will Debut CASTLES in Stockholm
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

Telos Ensemble will present 'CASTLES', a relationship drama exploring the intricacies of commitment, on February 26-27, 2025 at PIK Vasastan, Stockholm.

R&B Duo Floetry Return to Touring in 2026 with 'Say Yes The Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2026

After nearly ten years away from the touring stage, Floetry—the duo of Marsha Ambrosius and Natalie “The Floacist” Stewart—have set their 2026 Floetry Presents Say Yes The Tour, marking their first national run together since 2016.

Buddy Guy Launches 'Buddy Guy 90 Tour' After Recent Grammy Win
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2026

At nearly 90 years old, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Buddy Guy will embark on the Buddy Guy 90 Tour, featuring select headline performances across North America in 2026. 

Ghostlight Ensemble to Present THE 8TH DWARF by Olivia Sieck
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026

Ghostlight Ensemble will bring a new twist to a classic fairy tale with its newest young audiences production opening this weekend, The 8th Dwarf, written by Chicago theatre artist Olivia Sieck.

Video: Watch the Trailer For SHORT SHAKESPEARE! HAMLET
by Michael Major - Feb 4, 2026

All of the betrayal, passion, and poetry of Shakespeare’s most famous play—distilled into just 75 minutes. Watch the video trailer for Short Shakespeare! Hamlet at Chicago Shakespeare Theater.

Ari Lennox to Play Massive 2026 North American Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2026

GRAMMY-nominated R&B performer Ari Lennox is hitting the road in 2026 with a North American tour in support of her third studio album, Vacancy. The 31-city tour kicks off on Sunday, April 12 at WAMU Theater in Seattle.

Hershey Felder in LOVE NOTES and More Set for TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Season 56 Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley has unveiled its 56th season—a lineup of works to be presented July 2026 through April 2027. TheatreWorks Artistic Director Giovanna Sardelli revealed the three plays, two musicals, and one play with music.

Paramount Theatre Launches Copley Comedy Series At Aurora Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

Paramount Theatre will kick off its new Copley Comedy Series on February 28, featuring Chicago comedian Tim Walkoe. The series promises a lineup of top-tier stand-up acts at the intimate Copley Theatre.

Chicago Theatre Week 2026 Launches This Week With Productions From Citadel, A Red Orchid, and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2026

Tickets are on sale for Chicago Theatre Week, an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets.

Review: EUREKA DAY Presented By Timeline Theatre And Broadway In Chicago
by Zac Thriffiley - Jan 28, 2026

Timeline Theatre and Broadway in Chicago have gifted audiences with a EUREKA DAY that cements the play as one of the most prescient in the contemporary canon while also reaffirming Chicago’s reputation as an ambassador of daring theatrical works.

Comedian Nikki Glaser Adds New Dates To THE STUNNING TOUR
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026

Due to high demand, comedian Nikki Glaser will perform an additional show at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall on September 20, 2026, as part of her 'THE STUNNING TOUR'.

The League of Chicago Theatres to Celebrate Black History Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026

The League of Chicago Theatres will shine a spotlight on Black History Month in conjunction with Chicago Theatre Week and Chicago Theatre Week Continued.

Interview: Theatre Life with Shannon Cochran
by Elliot Lanes - Jan 23, 2026

Today’s subject Shannon Cochran is currently living her theatre life onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) in the stage version of the horror movie franchise Paranormal Activity. The show runs from Jan 28th through February 7th at STC’s Harman Hall.

Stephen Wallem Joins Porchlight Music Theatre's FOLLIES In Concert At Studebaker Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2026

Porchlight Music Theatre has announced that Stephen Wallem will join the cast of its Porchlight in Concert production of FOLLIES this spring. The staged concert will take place over two performances at the Studebaker Theater and features Broadway veterans and Chicago favorites.

Stephen Wallem to Replace Alexander Gemignani in FOLLIES in Concert at Porchlight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026

Chicago theatre veteran and TV favorite Stephen Wallem has joined the cast of the Porchlight in Concert production of Follies as “Buddy Plummer.” The cast also features Anthony Rapp and more.

GABBY'S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! Kicks Off Second Leg of North American Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 21, 2026

Due to popular demand, a second leg of Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart recently kicked off with a run that includes performances at major venues like National Theatre in Washington D.C., Kings Theater in Brooklyn, NY, and more.

Nikki Glaser to Bring THE STUNNING TOUR to the Kentucky Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026

Comedian Nikki Glaser's The Stunning Tour is making 29 stops across Europe and North America beginning in June, including The Kentucky Center in Louisville.

Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week 2026 to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026

Chicago Theatre Week, an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets. Chicago Theatre Week 2026 will take place February 5-15, 2026. Find out how to get tickets here.

Full Cast Set for DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Lazy Susan Theatre Co.
by Gillian Blum - Dec 28, 2025

Lazy Susan Theatre Co. has announced the cast and creative team for the second show of its 2025-2026 season, Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, written by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen from the novel Dracula by Bram Stoker.

How Often Do Shows Go From Off-Broadway to Broadway in Two Separate Productions?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Dec 28, 2025

This season, three plays are receiving Broadway debuts which already made significant noise off-Broadway in their original productions, years ago. Becky Shaw, Bug, and Marjorie Prime will all be opening on Broadway in early 2026 in brand new productions. The first and last are spending time on Broadway at the Hayes under the auspices of Second Stage while Bug is being presented by Manhattan Theatre Club at their home, the Friedman.