Lifeline Theatre to Open its 2014-2015 Season with JANE EYRE, 9/15-10/26
by Courtnie Mele - June 30, 2014 Lifeline Theatre presents an adaptation of Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre, by Lifeline Theatre ensemble member Christina Calvit (four-time Jeff Award winner), and directed by Lifeline Theatre Artistic Director Dorothy Milne (Jeff Award and After Dark Award winner)....
PRETTY LITTLE LIARS Up to 4.3 Million Total Viewers with L+3
by Tyler Peterson - October 29, 2013 Powered by the 3rd annual 'Pretty Little Liars' Halloween special and the series launch of 'Ravenswood,' along with high performing theatricals for the network's annual '13 Nights of Halloween' event, ABC Family ranked as cable TV's #1 network in Prime in Women 18-34 (308,000) and Females 12-34 (430...
PRETTY LITTLE LIARS Takes Tuesday Night Time Slot in Key Female Demos
by Tyler Peterson - January 29, 2014 At 8 o'clock, “Pretty Little Liars” ranked as TV's #1 telecast in the hour for its 28th-consecutive original telecast in Females 12-34 (1.4 million/3.1 rating) and 19th in Women 18-34 (848,000/2.5 rating), and was cable TV's #1 telecast for the 40th original telecast in Adults 18-34 (959,000/1.4 rat...
Photo Flash: First Look at Signal Ensemble Theatre's THIS IS WAR
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013 Signal Ensemble Theatre begins their 2013-2014 and 11th Season with the U.S. premiere of This Is War, at Signal Ensemble Theatre, 1802 West Berenice Ave. This Is War is written by Hannah Moscovitch and is directed by Signal Ensemble member and Co-Artistic Director Ronan Marra. Preview performances a...
Architectural Artifacts to Host Second Annual Auction, 5/2-4
by Tyler Peterson - April 25, 2014 Due to last year's overwhelming success, the nation's largest and most fascinating antique store, Architectural Artifacts, Inc., 4325 N. Ravenswood Ave. in Chicago, is presenting its 2nd annual 2,000 plus-lot, three-day auction on Friday, May 2, Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to 5 p...
RAVENSWOOD Marathon Among ABC Family's November Programming Highlights
by Caryn Robbins - October 22, 2013 ABC Family announces November programming highlights....
Justin Bruening Joins Cast of ABC Family's RAVENSWOOD
by Caryn Robbins - August 27, 2013 According to The Hollywood Reporter, Justin Bruening has signed on to the cast of the new ABC Family drama RAVENSWOOD....
The Paradeigma Collective Presents SHEPHERD'S DAUGHTER: A JOAN OF ARC REIMAGINING, 7/10-8/2
by Courtnie Mele - June 14, 2014 A young girl changed the course of a war and became a martyr. The Paradeigma Collective's inaugural play, written by Whitney LaMora, and produced in association with The Chicago Mammals, confronts the theories that attempt to explain, diminish, and exalt her victories. Was Joan of Arc a prophetic...
Lifeline Theatre Stages MONSTROUS REGIMENT, Now thru 7/20
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2014 Monstrous Regiment runs tonight, May 30-July 20 at Lifeline Theatre, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave. (free parking and shuttle; see below). Press opening is Sunday, June 8 at 4 p.m. Opening night is Monday, June 9 at 7:30 p.m. (Previews are Todays, May 30 and June 6 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays, May 31 and June 7 ...
ABC Family Launches the RAVENSWOOD Reveal Challenge; New Series to Premiere 10/22
by Caryn Robbins - August 23, 2013 Leading up to the highly anticipated debut of “Pretty Little Liars” spinoff RAVENSWOOD, ABC Family will launch the #RavenswoodReveal challenge during the summer finale episode of “Pretty Little Liars,”...
Lifeline to Premiere MONSTROUS REGIMENT, 5/30-7/20
by Tyler Peterson - March 21, 2014 Lifeline Theatre presents a world premiere adaptation of Terry Pratchett's Monstrous Regiment, by ensemble member Chris Hainsworth, and directed by Kevin Theis (two-time Non-Equity Jeff Award nominee). Borogravia is at war. Again. When Polly Perks' brother goes missing in action, she cuts off her ha...
Theatre-Hikes to Present RESURRECTED, Begin. 9/27
by Tyler Peterson - September 17, 2014 Theatre-Hikes - Chicago, a nonprofit organization focused on combining fitness with live theater in a outdoor setting is proud to announce the presentation of Resurrected. At Theatre-Hikes, our patrons participate in a leisurely walk, in wooded areas and nature preserves in and around Chicago, while...
The Chicago Mammals Present 3rd Annual ALL GIRLS PROJECT
by Laura Meltzer - August 26, 2014 The Chicago Mammals will be presenting the All Girls Project presenting 'All Girl Edgar Allan Poe from October 17th through November 3rd....
BWW Reviews: Opera in the Height's LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR is Evocative and Atmospheric
by David Clarke - March 31, 2014 Gaetano Donizetti was a tremendous influence on the operas of Giuseppe Verdi and laid the foundation for the popularity of Italian opera in the latter half of the nineteenth century. At Opera in the Heights, their rousing production of the tragic opera fully exposes audiences to why this opera has h...
Spectralia Theatre's TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA Opens 6/21
by Tyler Peterson - June 16, 2014 Spectralia Theatre, in cooperation with Friends of the Parks and the Chicago Park District, presents William Shakespeare's The Two Gentlemen of Verona June 21st to August 3rd. Set against the backdrop of the 1896 Yukon Gold Rush, Spectralia's production features prospectors, saloon gals, and outlaws...
Nigel Osner Brings REVAMPED! to The Pheasantry Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2014 Nigel Osner is at the Pheasantry 8.30 PM tonight, 9th August in 'REVAMPED!'...
ABC Family Slots PRETTY LITTLE LIARS Annual Halloween Episode & RAVENSWOOD Premiere for 10/22
by Tyler Peterson - August 28, 2013 The town of Ravenswood reveals itself to be more than meets the eye for many in the two hour “Pretty Little Liars” and “Ravenswood” special event airing on Tuesday, October 22nd during the network's annual “13 Nights of Halloween” programming event....
The Chicago Mammals Present 3rd Annual ALL GIRLS PROJECT, Beginning Today
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2014 The Chicago Mammals will be presenting the All Girls Project presenting 'All Girl Edgar Allan Poe from today, October 17th through November 3rd....
VIDEO: Extended Trailer for The CW's JANE THE VIRGIN
by Tyler Peterson - May 28, 2014 The CW has debuted the extended trailer for its upcoming series JANE THE VIRGIN, airing Mondays at 9:00-10:00 P.M. this fall. Check it out below!...
Chicago's Biggest Liar Contest Hosts 25th Anniversary Competition Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2014 The 25th Annual Chicago's Biggest Liar Contest will take place at The Ravenswood United Church of Christ (2050 W Pensacola) tonight, May 3 at 7pm. Eleven of the city's most skilled storytellers will unleash their tallest tales and biggest whoppers in a Battle Royale of Bullshit for the legendary Hog...
Signal Ensemble Presents Jon Steinhagen's DEVIL'S DAY OFF, Now thru 11/22
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2014 Signal Ensemble Theatre presents the world premiere and 2014 - 2015 season opening production of Devil's Day Off at Signal Ensemble Theatre, 1802 W. Berenice Ave., today, October 16 - November 22. The production is directed by Signal Ensemble Member and Co-Artistic Director Ronan Marra and written b...
Disney Channel to Premiere New Movie CLOUD 9, 1/17
by Tyler Peterson - December 02, 2013 Set high atop snow-capped mountains in the adrenaline-fueled world of competitive snowboarding, the Disney Channel Original Movie 'Cloud 9' tells the inspiring story of two snowboarders who must overcome self-doubt to learn that achieving their dreams is possible. Executive-produced by Ashley Tisdal...
Spectralia Theatre to Bring THE TWO GENTLEMAN OF VERONA to Chicago Parks, 6/21-8/3
by Tyler Peterson - May 13, 2014 Spectralia Theatre, in cooperation with Friends of the Parks and the Chicago Park District, presents William Shakespeare's The Two Gentlemen of Verona June 21st to August 3rd. Set against the backdrop of the 1896 Yukon Gold Rush, The Two Gentlemen of Verona features prospectors, saloon gals, and out...
LYLE FINDS HIS MOTHER Up Next in Lifeline KidsSeries, Now thru 4/27
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2014 Lifeline Theatre's KidSeries presents Lyle Finds His Mother, a world premiere musical based on the beloved children's book by Bernard Waber, adapted by Jessica Wright Buha, with music and lyrics by Michael James Brooks, and directed by Lifeline Theatre Artistic Director Dorothy Milne. Lyle loves his...
Eight Participants Selected for 2014 Disney/ABC Writing Program
by Tyler Peterson - January 28, 2014 After six months of reviewing nearly 2,000 applications, Disney/ABC Television Group, in association with the Writers Guild of America, West, have selected the eight writers for the 2014 Disney/ABC Writing Program. Series' producers, creative executives and Creative Talent Development Strategies exe... |