Tuesday, 25 March 2025 11:06
Hell in a Handbag Productions' World Premiere of SCARY TOWN By Artistic Director David Cerda Directed by Cheryl Snodgrass April 9 – May 11, 2025 at The Clutch
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Hell in a Handbag Productions is pleased to continue its 2024/25 Season with the world premiere of Scary Town, Artistic Director David Cerda's semi-autobiographical tale about growing up, seeing things differently and questioning your very existence – as told through the lens of a little brown bunny. Directed by Cheryl Snodgrass, Scary Town will play April 9 –…
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Friday, 21 March 2025 12:03
Disability-inclusive company brings Frankenstein to Chicago Shakespeare Theater
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A.B.L.E.—Artists Breaking Limits & Expectations—a Chicago-based nonprofit that creates theatre and film for, with, and by individuals with Down syndrome and other intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) is thrilled to return to Chicago Shakespeare Theater with a re-imagining of the gothic classic Frankenstein running April 25-27, 2025. The production will transform the Upstairs Studio into…
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Wednesday, 19 March 2025 12:00
About Face Theatre presents the return of Re/Generation Studio at The Alice at Goodman Theatre March 28-30, 2025
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About Face Theatre announces the return of Re/Generation Studio, a weekend of community building, education, and performance to help build the future of queer theater. Re/Generation Studio will be held March 28-30, 2025, with free events at The Alice at Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St and About Face Theatre HQ, 1922 W. Irving Park…
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Wednesday, 19 March 2025 11:58
Steppenwolf Theatre Presents Broadway's Kelli O'Hara - April 18 & 19, 2025
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Fresh off her critically acclaimed and Tony-nominated run in Broadway's Days of Wine and Roses, Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Mark Cortale are pleased to present Tony Award winner and musical theatre icon Kelli O'Hara with Music Director Dan Lipton, performing a program of beloved American Songbook classics and modern Broadway favorites. O'Hara will play three performances only April 18 &…
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Monday, 24 March 2025 14:06
Definition Theatre Defines the Crisis: 'Splash Hatch on the E Going Down'
Written by Wesley David
In Definition Theatre's production of "Splash Hatch on the E Going Down," Kia Corthron's 1997 work feels unnervingly relevant in 2025. Under Cheryl Lynn Bruce's incisive direction, this story of environmental racism and maternal health transforms from a Clinton-era critique into a mirror reflecting our ongoing, unresolved struggles with environmental…
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Friday, 21 March 2025 12:08
The Search for Truth Turns to War in Oil Lamp’s Outstanding ‘The Lifespan of a Fact’
Written by Mitchell Oldham
Don’t be deceived by the title. The phrase “lifespan of a fact” sounds about as dry as the Mojave Desert and just a mite confusing. But, as Glenview’s Oil Lamp Theater’s current stage production proves, those knee jerk perceptions turn out to be completely absurd. Instead, its The Lifespan of…
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Friday, 21 March 2025 12:36
Hive of Hilarity: Copley Theatre’s 'Spelling Bee' is a Buzzing Triumph!
Written by Kimberly Katz
I’m not holding back—Copley Theatre’s latest offering, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, is an absolute winner! I’ve seen this delightfully offbeat musical brought to life at various theaters, but Copley’s rendition? It’s absolutely “F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S.” This production earns its place at the very top, possibly stealing the crown altogether.…
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Thursday, 20 March 2025 12:53
Invictus Theatre Presents Enchanting Production of The Winter’s Tale
Written by Lauren Katz
Walking into Windy City Playhouse, audiences are immediately transported to somewhere new. Scenic Designer Kevin Rofls fills the space with trees, branches, and flowers – drawing the audience into the story as soon as they enter the space. Lighting Designer Trey Brazeal highlights the room in a mix of various…
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Wednesday, 19 March 2025 01:06
Grand Opera that is Truly Grand: La Bohème at the Lyric
Written by Bill Esler
Going into “La Bohème” with little knowledge of Puccini’s masterpiece, I was just a naive theater-goer seeing it fresh at its opening Saturday night at Chicago’s Lyric. It is beautifully directed by Melanie Bacaling - striking massive two-story sets and colorful, ever varying crowd scenes. Especially intriguing to me are…
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Friday, 14 March 2025 13:19
Announcing CityTalk: A Series of Conversations on Assimilation, Antisemitism and Culture
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Theater Wit, in collaboration with the Crown Family Center for Jewish Studies at Northwestern and Northlight Theatre, hosts CityTalk: A Series of Conversations on Assimilation, Antisemitism and Culture. This free, unprecedented series of curated talks and convenings with distinguished experts in Jewish history will be presented throughout the Chicago area, March 23 – May 9, 2025. The events…
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Wednesday, 12 March 2025 13:14
Lyric Opera announces 2025/26 season, including major collaborations with Billy Corgan, avery r. young
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Lyric Opera of Chicago today announces the company's 2025/26 Season, its first complete season under the leadership of new General Director, President & CEO John Mangum. A rich mix of traditional operas and other live performances anchored by the incomparable Lyric Opera Orchestra and Lyric Opera Chorus, the season includes…
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Thursday, 13 March 2025 13:07
Steppenwolf Theatre Presents THE BOOK OF GRACE - March 27 – May 18, 2025 - Chicago Premiere!
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Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the nation's premier ensemble theater company, is pleased to continue its 49th season with the Chicago premiere of The Book of Grace, an incendiary family portrait by Suzan-Lori Parks, the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of Topdog/Underdog. Directed by Steve H. Broadnax III, The Book of Grace will play March 27 – May 18, 2025 in Steppenwolf's Ensemble Theater in…
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Tuesday, 18 March 2025 10:56
Marriott Theatre Continues 50th Anniversary Season with Tony Award-Winning Titanic the Musical - Opening April 16th
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Chicagoland's longest running musical theatre, Marriott Theatre, continues its 50th Anniversary Season celebration with the epic production of Titanic The Musical, directed and choreographed by Connor Gallagher (Marriott Theatre debut! Broadway: Beetlejuice; Off-Broadway: The Big Gay Jamboree, The Robber Bridegroom, Into the Woods; Beauty and The Beast, Disney's Tale of Moana, Tangled) with Musical Direction by Jeff Award winner Ryan…
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Hell in a Handbag Productions' World Premiere of SCARY TOWN By Artistic Director David Cerda Directed by Cheryl Snodgrass April 9 – May 11, 2025 at The Clutch
Written by Buzz Center StageHell in a Handbag Productions is pleased to continue its 2024/25 Season with the world premiere of Scary Town, Artistic Director David Cerda's semi-autobiographical tale about growing up, seeing things differently and questioning your very existence – as told through the lens of a… -
Disability-inclusive company brings Frankenstein to Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Written by Buzz Center StageA.B.L.E.—Artists Breaking Limits & Expectations—a Chicago-based nonprofit that creates theatre and film for, with, and by individuals with Down syndrome and other intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) is thrilled to return to Chicago Shakespeare Theater with a re-imagining of the gothic classic Frankenstein running April…
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About Face Theatre presents the return of Re/Generation Studio at The Alice at Goodman Theatre March 28-30, 2025
Written by Buzz Center StageAbout Face Theatre announces the return of Re/Generation Studio, a weekend of community building, education, and performance to help build the future of queer theater. Re/Generation Studio will be held March 28-30, 2025, with free events at The Alice at Goodman Theatre, 170…
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Steppenwolf Theatre Presents Broadway's Kelli O'Hara - April 18 & 19, 2025
Written by Buzz Center StageFresh off her critically acclaimed and Tony-nominated run in Broadway's Days of Wine and Roses, Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Mark Cortale are pleased to present Tony Award winner and musical theatre icon Kelli O'Hara with Music Director Dan Lipton, performing a program of beloved American Songbook classics and…
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