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LEOPOLDSTADT at Writers Theatre to Close After Additional Week Added to Run
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2026

Writers Theatre announced an additional week of performances for Tom Stoppard's LEOPOLDSTADT, directed by Carey Perloff, with the production now set to close at the Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols Theatre in Glencoe, IL.

LEOPOLDSTADT at Writers Theatre Extended Through Mid-August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026

Writers Theatre has extended Tom Stoppard's Leopoldstadt or an additional week, with the production now set to close in August. Simultaneously, the psychological thriller JOB has also been extended at the Glencoe venue.

29-Member Cast Set for LEOPOLDSTADT at Writers Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026

Writers Theatre will conclude its 2025/26 Season with Leopoldstadt, written by the late, celebrated playwright Tom Stoppard, directed by Carey Perloff.

Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
by Tina St. Angelo - Feb 7, 2026

What did our critic think of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL?

Video: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Marriott Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Jan 28, 2026

Get a first look at Marriott Theatre's production of Little Shop of Horrors, now on stage through March 15th, 2026.

Lookingglass Reveals Plays and Creatives for its New Works Festival, GGLASSFEST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2025

Lookingglass Theatre Company has revealed the plays and creative teams for its inaugural new works festival: GglassFest. Learn more about the festival and see how to attend!

Chicago Children's Theatre Reveals 20th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2025

 Chicago Children’s Theatre turns 20 next season. To celebrate, the company has planned a 2025-26 season that’s a fond look back at some of its favorite live theater experiences for families over the past 20 years. 

Lookingglass Theatre Company Shares 2025 Performances, Post-show Discussion, Events, and More
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025

Chicago’s Tony-Award winning Lookingglass Theatre Company has announced its current 2025 season including two mainstage productions, events, and more.

Video: Get A First Look at JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH at Marriott Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Feb 23, 2024

Get a first look at The Marriott Theatre's latest production, James and the Giant Peach - now on stage from February 16 through March 30, 2024. This enchanting adaptation brings to life the classic tale by celebrated author Roald Dahl, promising audiences of all ages a magical journey unlike any other.

Marriott Theatre, Chicagoland's Longest Running Musical Theatre, Announces 2024 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 29, 2023

Marriott Theatre has announced its 2024 Season featuring In the Heights, The Music Man, Beehive: The 60’s Musical, 1776, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, James and the Giant Peach, and more!

Chicago Children's Theatre's to Present MESMERIZED: A BEN FRANKLIN SCIENCE & HISTORY MYSTERY This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2023

Chicago Children’s Theatre is launching its 19th season with an electrifying new production, the world premiere of Mesmerized: A Ben Franklin Science & History Mystery.

Chicago Children's Theatre Reveals 2023-24 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2023

 Chicago Children’s Theatre, Chicago’s largest professional theater devoted to children and young families, announced its 19th season today, launching in the fall with a world premiere play about Ben Franklin, filled with history and science, followed by two CCT “forever family favorites.”

Video: First Look at Alexander Gemignani & More in BIG FISH at Marriott Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2023

Get a first look at footage of Big Fish at Marriott Theatre starring Alexander Gemignani and more.

VODE: Get A First Look At Marriott Theatre's With BIG FISH, The Musical
by Alan Henry - Feb 3, 2023

The Marriott Theatre's 2023 season launches with the family-friendly musical adventure, BIG FISH, now on stage through March 19, 2023. Get a first look at the production.

Review: BIG FISH at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Feb 2, 2023

What did our critic think of Big Fish? The new theater season has begun. The current production at Marriott Theatre is Big Fish which is based upon the novel by Daniel Wallace and the Columbia Motion Picture written by John August. The book is by John August and music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Under the direction of Henry Godinez and associate director and choreographer Tommy Rapley, this story of a big fish, a witch, Karl the giant, a mermaid and a circus run by a werewolf are brought to life in all their glory. In the end, though, it is about love and family.

Photos: First Look At Alexander Gemignani and The Cast of BIG FISH At Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2023

The Marriott Theatre’s 2023 season launches with the family-friendly musical adventure, BIG FISH! See photos of Broadway star Andrew Gemignani and more in new character portraits!

Marriott Theatre Launches 2023 Season With BIG FISH, The Musical
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2022

The Marriott Theatre's 2023 season launches with the family-friendly musical adventure, BIG FISH, previewing Wednesday, January 25, opening Wednesday, February 1 at 7:30pm and closing March 19, 2023.

Marriott Theatre Announces 2023 Season Featuring BIG FISH, BEAUTIFUL & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2022

Marriott Theatre has announced its 2023 season, under the direction of new Executive Producer, Peter Blair, and Artistic Director, Peter Marston Sullivan. Chicagoland’s longest running musical theatre will present Big Fish, Damn Yankees, Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story, Gypsy, and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.

Virtual Theatre Today: Friday, October 30- with Christina Bianco, Next On Stage, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 30, 2020

Today (October 30) in live streaming: Find out who made the Top 5 on Next On Stage, Christina Bianco sings at Birdland, and so much more!

Abe Goldfarb, Gil Brady, And More To Perform In ZOMBIE TOWN Benefit Reading For COVID Direct Relief
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2020

A one-night only benefit reading of ZOMBIE TOWN, the documentary play by Tim Bauer, will perform live on Zoom on Friday, October 30 at 8pm ET. G