Wednesday, 07 October 2026 12:07
Chicago’s Theater Wit introduces new Watchword closed captioning system, dramatically improving access in all three of its theaters
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Chicago’s Theater Wit is now offering new, state-of-the-art closed captioning service, marking a dramatic improvement in making live theater more accessible for patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing.Until now, captioning typically involved a staff person backstage, projecting the text of the script on the set, or on patrons’…
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Wednesday, 07 October 2026 12:02
Paramount Theatre’s reimagined A Christmas Carol promises to be a dazzling new, all-ages spectacle for Chicago’s holiday theater season, November 11-January 3
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“God bless us, everyone,” because there’s a fresh, new, reimagined version of Charles Dickens’ classic tale A Christmas Carol debuting in Chicago this holiday season. Downtown Aurora’s award-winning Paramount Theatre is conjuring up an elegant and innovative new spectacle version of A Christmas Carol, based on the novella by Charles…
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Saturday, 03 October 2026 13:46
ARTEMISIA REVEALS PLAYWRIGHTS AND DIRECTORS FOR THE 2026 WEWOMEN PLAY FESTIVAL At Bramble Arts Loft from Nov 16 - 18th
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Artemisia Theatre is proud to announce the return of the WeWomen Play Festival, its annual celebration of new feminist work. This year’s festival features six playwrights and a slate of directors bringing their work to life through staged readings. The 2026 WeWomen Play Festival runs November 16–18 at Bramble Arts…
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Tuesday, 06 October 2026 14:33
"John C. Reilly is Mister Romantic" Returns to Steppenwolf Theatre - December 10 – 13, 2026
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Following last year's critically acclaimed, sell-out engagement, Steppenwolf Theatre Company is pleased to announce the return of John C. Reilly is Mister Romantic, playing four performances only December 10 – 13, 2026 in Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theater, 1650 N. Halsted St. in Chicago. Tickets cost $89* - $159*. A special Steppenwolf…
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Tuesday, 06 October 2026 12:49
Saint Sebastian Players Open 45th Season With A Murder Is Announced by Agatha Christie Classic Miss Marple Mystery Runs Oct. 23–Nov. 15
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The Saint Sebastian Players open their 45th season of travels to different places with A Murder is Announced, a classic Miss Marple mystery by Agatha Christie. Previews run October 23–25, with regular performances October 29–November 15 (no performance October 31), at SSP's home on the lower level of St. Bonaventure, 1625 W. Diversey,…
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Tuesday, 06 October 2026 10:39
Announcing "The Goodman, For Good" Campaign
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Today, Goodman Theatre raises the curtain on its future as leadership and artists share a vision for its next century of impact. Together with hundreds of partners, donors, artists and patrons, Walter Artistic Director Susan V. Booth and Executive Director John Collins announce The Goodman, For Good—a $30 million campaign…
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Monday, 05 October 2026 20:45
Two Edge Theater Company to stage A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE as its inaugural Chicago production, December 4 through January 10
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Two Edge Theater, a reincarnation of the Edge Theater Company that enjoyed eight successful seasons in the Denver, Colorado area, will mount A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE as its first production in the Chicago area, in collaboration with Chicago's Gwydion Theatre. Rick Yaconis, the founder of both Two Edge Theater…
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Monday, 05 October 2026 12:39
Oil Lamp Theater Announces its 2027 Season
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Oil Lamp Theater, currently presenting the highly recommended Dial M for Murder, through November 1, is proud to announce its 2027 season. The season opens with a love story signed in ink, Ken Ludwig’s Dear Jack, Dear Louise, February 12, 2027 - March 21, 2027, followed by a play that…
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Monday, 05 October 2026 20:32
Frankenstein at Studebaker Theater adds performances for Halloween run
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Chicago's historic Fine Arts Building and Studebaker Theater are thrilled to announce their Halloween co-production of Manual Cinema's acclaimed Frankenstein has added two additional performances due to popular demand on Wednesday Oct. 28 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 31 at 2 p.m. The production runs for five performances only,…
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Monday, 05 October 2026 16:04
ANY REBELLION OF WILL - Trap Door Theatre - Through November 1st
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Trap Door Theatre is thrilled to continue its 33rd season with Any Rebellion of Will, written by S.L. Daniels and directed by Spencer Huffman. Any Rebellion of Will will play October 8th – November 1st, 2026 at Trap Door Theatre, 1655 W Cortland St. in Chicago. Tickets are now on…
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Sunday, 04 October 2026 17:14
Dial M for Mastery: Oil Lamp’s Thriller Tightens the Screws
Written by Ken Payne
As a lifelong Hitchcock fan, Dial M for Murder has always been one of my comfort film thrillers - the kind of tightly wound mystery where every glance, every pause, and every seemingly harmless detail becomes a loaded clue. I’m a sucker for a well-crafted whodunnit, especially the kind that…
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Thursday, 01 October 2026 11:31
Operation Mincemeat: A Smart, Scrappy Musical That Shines When Its Cast Takes the Wheel
Written by Maddie Burroughs
In the 2019 film Yesterday, a struggling musician wakes up in a world where The Beatles never existed. A similar theatrical case study could be done with every musical that might not exist without Hamilton; Operation Mincemeat should be first on the list. That is not to say it is…
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Monday, 28 September 2026 15:58
MAMMA MIA! and HADESTOWN Return to Chicago in Spring 2027
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Broadway In Chicago is excited to announce two fan-favorite shows are returning to our stages this year: MAMMA MIA! and HADESTOWN. Current subscribers can add these to their season package when renewing by clicking here or calling (312) 977-1717. Group tickets of 10 or more are now available for both…
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