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Video: First Look at SHORT SHAKESPEARE! ROMEO AND JULIET at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-12 16:21:15
VIDEO: First Look at ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL at
Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-04-29 12:39:11
VIDEO: It's A Beautiful Mornin' at Marriott Theatre with OKLAHOMA!
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-04-17 18:01:03
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OCTET to Make Downtown Debut at Goodman Theatre with Raven Theatre's Original Cast
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2026
Dave Malloy's a cappella musical OCTET transfers from Raven Theatre to Goodman Theatre's Owen Theatre, featuring the original Chicago cast and directed by Keira Fromm.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2026
Dave Malloy's a cappella musical OCTET transfers from Raven Theatre to Goodman Theatre's Owen Theatre, featuring the original Chicago cast and directed by Keira Fromm.
A STRANGE LOOP and More Set for About Face Theatre 2026-2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026
About Face Theatre has unveiled its 32nd season featuring the Pulitzer Prize winning musical A Strange Loop and more. All performances will take place on the Johnson Stage at Raven Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026
About Face Theatre has unveiled its 32nd season featuring the Pulitzer Prize winning musical A Strange Loop and more. All performances will take place on the Johnson Stage at Raven Theatre.
A STRANGE LOOP and More Set for Raven Theatre 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Raven Theatre has unveiled its 44th season, to include Michael R. Jackson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning musical A Strange Loop, directed by Mikael Burke in a co-production with About Face Theatre and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Raven Theatre has unveiled its 44th season, to include Michael R. Jackson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning musical A Strange Loop, directed by Mikael Burke in a co-production with About Face Theatre and more.
About Face Theatre to Present the return of Re/Generation Studio 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2026
About Face Theatre will present the return of Re/Generation Studio, a weekend of community building, education, and performance to help build the future of queer theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2026
About Face Theatre will present the return of Re/Generation Studio, a weekend of community building, education, and performance to help build the future of queer theater.
Hunter College Partners With Breaking The Binary Theatre For Public Master Class Series
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026
Hunter College's MFA Playwriting program, in collaboration with Breaking the Binary Theatre, will present a series of free public master class workshops aimed at supporting transgender, non-binary, and Two-Spirit+ theatre artists.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026
Hunter College's MFA Playwriting program, in collaboration with Breaking the Binary Theatre, will present a series of free public master class workshops aimed at supporting transgender, non-binary, and Two-Spirit+ theatre artists.
Raven Theatre Unveils Two New Commissions And A Play In Development For 2025–26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025
Raven Theatre has announced two newly commissioned plays and one play in development for its 2025–26 season. The projects include BLOODMOBILE: 1988 by Alex Lubischer, an untitled new work by Omer Abbas Salem, and MERCY by Felicia Oduh.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025
Raven Theatre has announced two newly commissioned plays and one play in development for its 2025–26 season. The projects include BLOODMOBILE: 1988 by Alex Lubischer, an untitled new work by Omer Abbas Salem, and MERCY by Felicia Oduh.
Photos: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING At Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has released first-look production photos for MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, directed by Selina Cadell and running through December 21 in the Jentes Family Courtyard Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has released first-look production photos for MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, directed by Selina Cadell and running through December 21 in the Jentes Family Courtyard Theater.
Cast Set for MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING At Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Much Ado About Nothing, Shakespeare’s wittiest rom-com playing just in time for the holiday season. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Much Ado About Nothing, Shakespeare’s wittiest rom-com playing just in time for the holiday season. Learn more!
SAY GAY PLAYS to be Presented by About Face Theatre and Silk Road Cultural Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
Chicago's About Face Theatre and Silk Road Cultural Center will present SAY GAY PLAYS. Learn more about the upcoming event and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
Chicago's About Face Theatre and Silk Road Cultural Center will present SAY GAY PLAYS. Learn more about the upcoming event and see how to purchase tickets here!
Preston Max Allen's MODERN GENTLEMAN and More Set for About Face Theater 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2025
About Face Theatre has unveiled its 2025-26 season. Building on the company’s history of developing and launching new plays that advance LGBTQ+ equity, the season ahead features new work from Chicago-based playwrights. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2025
About Face Theatre has unveiled its 2025-26 season. Building on the company’s history of developing and launching new plays that advance LGBTQ+ equity, the season ahead features new work from Chicago-based playwrights. Learn more!
Goodman Theatre and DCASE to Present PRODUCE 100 FREE ACTS OF THEATER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025
Goodman Theatre is teamig up with Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) to generate an unprecedented celebration of the artistic fabric of Chicago, offered entirely FREE of charge. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025
Goodman Theatre is teamig up with Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) to generate an unprecedented celebration of the artistic fabric of Chicago, offered entirely FREE of charge. Learn more!
League of Chicago Theatres to Host 2025 Spotlight Gala in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2025
The League of Chicago Theatres will present the 2025 Spotlight Gala, A Night Under the Big Top – A Whimsical Affair for the Theatre Kid in You. Learn how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2025
The League of Chicago Theatres will present the 2025 Spotlight Gala, A Night Under the Big Top – A Whimsical Affair for the Theatre Kid in You. Learn how to attend.
Bucks County Playhouse Names Shannon Lewis, Eric Rosen and John Tartaglia as Artistic Associates
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has appointed three acclaimed artists — choreographer Shannon Lewis, writer/director Eric Rosen and actor and director John Tartaglia — as new Playhouse Artistic Associates. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has appointed three acclaimed artists — choreographer Shannon Lewis, writer/director Eric Rosen and actor and director John Tartaglia — as new Playhouse Artistic Associates. Learn more!
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Second City Announces 2025 Victor Wong Fellowship Recipients
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2025
Legendary comedy institution The Second City has announced the recipients of the third annual Victor Wong Fellowship, a program to train and mentor rising Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) comedic talent.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2025
Legendary comedy institution The Second City has announced the recipients of the third annual Victor Wong Fellowship, a program to train and mentor rising Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) comedic talent.
About Face Theatre to Present OM MISSION, Limited Engagement for Pride Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2025
About Face Theatre will present OM Mission, a special, limited engagement event for Pride Month, to be held at The Den Theater for two weekends only. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2025
About Face Theatre will present OM Mission, a special, limited engagement event for Pride Month, to be held at The Den Theater for two weekends only. Learn more!
Steppenwolf Theatre Unveils LookOut's Summer 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025
Steppenwolf’s LookOut Series has revealed its action-packed summer lineup of comedy, magic, storytelling, drag and more! See the full lineup here and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025
Steppenwolf’s LookOut Series has revealed its action-packed summer lineup of comedy, magic, storytelling, drag and more! See the full lineup here and learn how to purchase tickets.
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.
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.
About Face Theatre to Present the Return of Re/Generation Studio
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025
About Face Theatre will present the return of Re/Generation Studio, a weekend of community building, education, and performance to help build the future of queer theater. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025
About Face Theatre will present the return of Re/Generation Studio, a weekend of community building, education, and performance to help build the future of queer theater. Learn more!
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