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Video: First Look at IN THE CONTINUUM at Pegasus Theatre Chicago (Jun 3, 2026)
Raven Theatre Appoints Jonathan Berry as New Executive Artistic Director (Mar 26, 2026)
Cast Set For Aurora Stewart De Peña's LOVE STORY At The Tank (Mar 13, 2026)
Video: First Look at IN THE CONTINUUM at Pegasus Theatre Chicago (Jun 3, 2026)
Raven Theatre Appoints Jonathan Berry as New Executive Artistic Director (Mar 26, 2026)
Cast Set For Aurora Stewart De Peña's LOVE STORY At The Tank (Mar 13, 2026)
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Video: First Look at IN THE CONTINUUM at Pegasus Theatre Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2026-06-03 13:41:13
VIDEO: GROUNDHOG DAY Star John Sanders Sings 'Night Will Come'
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-03-25 10:59:18
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Video: First Look at IN THE CONTINUUM at Pegasus Theatre Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026
You can now get a first look at footage of Pegasus Theatre Chicago's Obie Award-winning play In the Continuum by Danai Gurira and Nikkole Salter, directed by Producing Artistic Director ILesa Duncan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026
You can now get a first look at footage of Pegasus Theatre Chicago's Obie Award-winning play In the Continuum by Danai Gurira and Nikkole Salter, directed by Producing Artistic Director ILesa Duncan
Raven Theatre Appoints Jonathan Berry as New Executive Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2026
Raven Theatre in Chicago has appointed Jonathan Berry as its new Executive Artistic Director, following the departure of Sarah Slight to Goodman Theatre. Berry will lead the theatre into its 44th season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2026
Raven Theatre in Chicago has appointed Jonathan Berry as its new Executive Artistic Director, following the departure of Sarah Slight to Goodman Theatre. Berry will lead the theatre into its 44th season.
Cast Set For Aurora Stewart De Peña's LOVE STORY At The Tank
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2026
The Tank and Voyage Theater Company have revealed the full cast and creative team for the upcoming World Premiere of Love Story by Aurora Stewart de Peña, directed by Rose Burnett Bonczek at The Tank.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2026
The Tank and Voyage Theater Company have revealed the full cast and creative team for the upcoming World Premiere of Love Story by Aurora Stewart de Peña, directed by Rose Burnett Bonczek at The Tank.
SPARROWS FALL to Premiere in Milwaukee with Flora Coker
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026
RG Productions and Theatre Gigante have come together in an historic collaboration for the world premiere of 'Sparrows Fall' written and directed by Richard Gustin in conjunction with World Premiere Wisconsin.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026
RG Productions and Theatre Gigante have come together in an historic collaboration for the world premiere of 'Sparrows Fall' written and directed by Richard Gustin in conjunction with World Premiere Wisconsin.
BEAU JEST Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
North Coast Repertory Theatre will present Beau Jest, James Sherman's delightful Jewish-American story that weaves together vibrant traditions, sizzling chemistry, and joyous celebrations into a warm-hearted theatrical treat.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
North Coast Repertory Theatre will present Beau Jest, James Sherman's delightful Jewish-American story that weaves together vibrant traditions, sizzling chemistry, and joyous celebrations into a warm-hearted theatrical treat.
Her Story Theatre To Present THE OFFICIAL BIOGRAPHY World Premiere This March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026
Her Story Theatre will present the world premiere of THE OFFICIAL BIOGRAPHY at The Den Theatre in Chicago. The new play by Kurt McGinnis Brown runs March 28 through April 19.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026
Her Story Theatre will present the world premiere of THE OFFICIAL BIOGRAPHY at The Den Theatre in Chicago. The new play by Kurt McGinnis Brown runs March 28 through April 19.
SEX/WORK by Kristen Field is Coming to TheatreWorks@TheSquare
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026
Playhouse on the Square will present sex/work. A thirty-year-old virgin, an escort, an aging conservative news anchor, and a stripper, desperately pursue what it means to be a woman on their own terms.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026
Playhouse on the Square will present sex/work. A thirty-year-old virgin, an escort, an aging conservative news anchor, and a stripper, desperately pursue what it means to be a woman on their own terms.
HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, A MUSICAL ABOUT YOUNG JOHN LEWIS National Tour Creative Team Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, A MUSICAL ABOUT YOUNG JOHN LEWIS, will celebrate it's second national tour, January 15-March 6, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, A MUSICAL ABOUT YOUNG JOHN LEWIS, will celebrate it's second national tour, January 15-March 6, 2026.
Cast Set for Pegasus Theatre's 39th Annual Young Playwrights Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Pegasus Theatre Chicago has revealed the cast and for its 39th Annual Young Playwrights Festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Pegasus Theatre Chicago has revealed the cast and for its 39th Annual Young Playwrights Festival.
2026 New Stages Festival Lineup Revealed at The Goodman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
New plays will ring in the new year at The Goodman when the popular annual New Stages Festival returns. This year’s line-up features the newest works by some of the country’s hottest playwrights.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
New plays will ring in the new year at The Goodman when the popular annual New Stages Festival returns. This year’s line-up features the newest works by some of the country’s hottest playwrights.
Pegasus Theatre Chicago Will Present THE 39TH ANNUAL YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL In January 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2025
Pegasus Theatre Chicago will present the 39th Annual Young Playwrights Festival from January 1–24, 2026, at Chicago Dramatists, 798 N. Aberdeen Street. The annual festival spotlights original one-act plays written by Chicago high school students.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2025
Pegasus Theatre Chicago will present the 39th Annual Young Playwrights Festival from January 1–24, 2026, at Chicago Dramatists, 798 N. Aberdeen Street. The annual festival spotlights original one-act plays written by Chicago high school students.
Plays and Playwrights Set for Pegasus Theatre's 39th Annual Young Playwrights Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2025
Pegasus Theatre Chicago has revealed the 39th Annual Young Playwrights Festival at Chicago Dramatists. The Young Playwrights Festival has engaged and inspired high school students across Chicago by teaching them to craft one-act plays. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2025
Pegasus Theatre Chicago has revealed the 39th Annual Young Playwrights Festival at Chicago Dramatists. The Young Playwrights Festival has engaged and inspired high school students across Chicago by teaching them to craft one-act plays. Learn more!
SYMPHONIE FANTASTIQUE to Be Reimagined in Original Concert Reading in Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2025
Smoke & Mirror Productions will present Berlioz: An Episode in the Life of an Artist, a new concert reading performance by Chicago playwright and musician Nick_Jones.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2025
Smoke & Mirror Productions will present Berlioz: An Episode in the Life of an Artist, a new concert reading performance by Chicago playwright and musician Nick_Jones.
Boston Playwrights’ Theatre Announces 2025-2026 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 16, 2025
Boston Playwrights’ Theatre (BPT) just announced its 2025-2026 season—a line-up of bold new plays that cross cultures, generations and borders, featuring stories of love, intersectionality and resistance.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 16, 2025
Boston Playwrights’ Theatre (BPT) just announced its 2025-2026 season—a line-up of bold new plays that cross cultures, generations and borders, featuring stories of love, intersectionality and resistance.
Ada Grey Joins Cast Of Lucid Theater's BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2025
Ada Grey has joined the four-actor cast of BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY at Chicago's Lucid Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2025
Ada Grey has joined the four-actor cast of BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY at Chicago's Lucid Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
New Light Theater Project Awards Literary Prize to Nina Kissinger's THIS IS GOVERNMENT
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2025
A new comedy with heart, THIS IS GOVERNMENT grapples with the real-time consequences of political disarray. Learn more about the show and the award here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2025
A new comedy with heart, THIS IS GOVERNMENT grapples with the real-time consequences of political disarray. Learn more about the show and the award here!
League of Chicago Theatres Unveils Productions for Juneteenth and Pride
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2025
Throughout June, many Chicago theatres are presenting productions that encourage and celebrate Pride Month and Juneteenth. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2025
Throughout June, many Chicago theatres are presenting productions that encourage and celebrate Pride Month and Juneteenth. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
EUREKA DAY And More Set for TimeLine Theatre Company 2025-26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2025
TimeLine Theatre Company has announced a landmark 29th season—culminating in a long-awaited inaugural production in its new theatre currently under construction at 5035 N. Broadway in Uptown.
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2025
TimeLine Theatre Company has announced a landmark 29th season—culminating in a long-awaited inaugural production in its new theatre currently under construction at 5035 N. Broadway in Uptown.
Lucid Theater To Stage Comedy BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY In August
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2025
Lucid Theater will present the world premiere of BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY by Chicago playwright Amy Crider, whose WELLS AND WELLES was a breakout hit of summer 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2025
Lucid Theater will present the world premiere of BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY by Chicago playwright Amy Crider, whose WELLS AND WELLES was a breakout hit of summer 2024.
The MAC ONE-ACTS Play-Reading Festival Takes Place On May 22
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2025
The Middletown Arts Center will present the sixth edition of The MAC ONE-ACTS Play-Reading Festival, featuring original, one-act works by New Jersey playwrights read theatrically by local actors.
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2025
The Middletown Arts Center will present the sixth edition of The MAC ONE-ACTS Play-Reading Festival, featuring original, one-act works by New Jersey playwrights read theatrically by local actors.
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