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The Chi is a timely coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents who become linked by coincidence but bonded by the need for connection and redemption. Kevin is the pre-teen who must step past shattered illusions and embrace the normal rites of childhood, while Brandon the dreamer makes his own nearly impossible leap of faith to succeed in life and love with girlfriend Jerrika. Emmett is the carefree teen is thrust into complex responsibility with guidance from his mother Jada, and Ronnie is the drifter whose struggle to love and be loved calls into question his every pursuit.

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A HOME WHAT HOWLS (OR THE HOUSE WHAT WAS RAVINE) to Begin Performances at Steppenwolf Photo A HOME WHAT HOWLS (OR THE HOUSE WHAT WAS RAVINE) to Begin Performances at Steppenwolf Theatre in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2024

Steppenwolf Theatre presents the world premiere of 'a home what howls (or the house what was ravine)' by Matthew Paul Olmos. ...


Interview: Alexandra Silber On Taking On THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre Photo Interview: Alexandra Silber On Taking On THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre
by Joshua Wright - April 12, 2024

xWe spoke with Alexandra Silber about starring in Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson....


Play On Shakespeare & The Acting Company Announce Casting for 2025 Repertory Tour Photo Play On Shakespeare & The Acting Company Announce Casting for 2025 Repertory Tour
by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2024

Play On Shakespeare and The Acting Company announced their 2025 repertory tour featuring Christina Anderson's modern verse translation of THE COMEDY OF ERRORS and August Wilson's TWO TRAINS RUNNING....


Peacock Orders Kevin Hart's FIGHT NIGHT: THE MILLION DOLLAR HEIST Photo Peacock Orders Kevin Hart's FIGHT NIGHT: THE MILLION DOLLAR HEIST
by Michael Major - December 13, 2023

Peacock orders limited drama series FIGHT NIGHT: THE MILLION DOLLAR HEIST, starring Kevin Hart, who executive produces alongside Will Packer. Set in Atlanta, the series follows the heavyweight fight and criminal underground heist that introduced the world to the city dubbed “the Black Mecca,” and th...


Dances with Robots Releases A Conversation with Catie Cuan Photo Dances with Robots Releases A Conversation with Catie Cuan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 01, 2023

Join Sydney Skybetter as he sits down with Dr. Catie Cuan, a pioneer in the field of choreorobotics, in this episode of the Dances with Robots podcast. Discover her personal and professional journey and delve into the question of why dance with a robot. Available now on listening platforms....


Iman Jordan to Receive Recording Academy's Best Song for Social Change Award Photo Iman Jordan to Receive Recording Academy's Best Song for Social Change Award
by Josh Sharpe - January 30, 2025

The Recording Academy has selected the powerful anthem for unity, 'Deliver' —written by Iman Jordan (performer), Roy Gartrell, Tam Jones, and Ariel Loh as the recipient of its Harry Belafonte Best Song for Social Change Award....


Review Roundup: CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at Almeida Theatre Photo Review Roundup: CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at Almeida Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 18, 2024

See what the critics are saying about Cat on a Hot Tin Roof at Almeida Theatre. Read the reviews for the production starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and learn more!...


JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING, HERE WE ARE, & More Receive Artios Awards Nominations Photo JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING, HERE WE ARE, & More Receive Artios Awards Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - November 01, 2024

Casting Society has announced nominations in the theatre, television, commercials, short film and short-form series for the 2025 Artios Awards. The awards will be presented in multiple locations on February 12, 2025....


Review Roundup: THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Starring Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Br Photo Review Roundup: THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Starring Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks & More; What Did the Critics Think?
by Michael Major - December 19, 2023

Read the reviews for The Color Puprle movie musical! It stars Fantasia Barrino and Danielle Brooks reprising the roles that they previously played on Broadway, plus Taraji P. Henson, Halle Bailey, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Find out what cri...


Photos: THE COLOR PURPLE Character Posters Show New Look at Colman Domingo, Danielle Photo Photos: THE COLOR PURPLE Character Posters Show New Look at Colman Domingo, Danielle Brooks & More
by Michael Major - December 04, 2023

Ahead of the release of the The Color Purple, check out new character poster photos for the musical movie, featuring Taraji P. Henson as Shug Avery, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi as Young Celie, H.E.R. as Squeak, Colman Domingo as Mister, Corey Hawkins as Harpo, Halle Bailey as Young Nettie, Danielle Brooks ...


Janet Ulrich Brooks Leads Cast of Drury Lane Theatre's THE AUDIENCE Photo Janet Ulrich Brooks Leads Cast of Drury Lane Theatre's THE AUDIENCE
by Blair Ingenthron - July 26, 2024

Drury Lane Theatre has announced casting for its production of The Audience. Written by Peter Morgan, writer of the Emmy Award-winning “The Crown,” Drury Lane’s production is directed by Jessica Fisch and runs August 28 – October 20, 2024....


Cast Announced for City Lit's THE HOUSE OF IDEAS, Beginning In August Photo Cast Announced for City Lit's THE HOUSE OF IDEAS, Beginning In August
by A.A. Cristi - July 01, 2024

City Lit has announced the cast for THE HOUSE OF IDEAS, running from August 23 to October 6. The play explores the rise of Marvel Comics and the challenges its creators faced in sharing credit....


Mark Bedard, Cecil Blutcher & More to Star in BUST World Premiere Photo Mark Bedard, Cecil Blutcher & More to Star in BUST World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 12, 2024

Alliance Theatre and Goodman Theatre revealed the cast and creative team of their upcoming world-premiere co-production, BUST. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!...


Cast Set for HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, A NEW MUSICAL ABOUT YOUNG JOHN LEWIS Tour Photo Cast Set for HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, A NEW MUSICAL ABOUT YOUNG JOHN LEWIS Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 15, 2024

From the same creative team as JABARI DREAMS OF FREEDOM, HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, book by Nambi E. Kelley with lyrics, composition, and music direction by Joe Plummer, directed by Daniel Carlton, will tour. Learn how to purchase tickets....


A Red Orchid Theatre Announces Cast & Crew of IN QUIETNESS Photo A Red Orchid Theatre Announces Cast & Crew of IN QUIETNESS
by A.A. Cristi - December 12, 2023

A Red Orchid Theatre  has announced the cast and creative team behind the Chicago Premiere of IN QUIETNESS by Anna Ouyang Moench, directed by Ensemble Member dado. ...


FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations Photo FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations
by Michael Major - January 17, 2024

GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, has announced the nominees for the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, including five Broadway shows, Billy Porter, Reneé Rapp, The Color Purple, High School Musical the Musical the Series, Gre...


Disney Entertainment Television Unveils 2024-2025 Directing and Writing Program Parti Photo Disney Entertainment Television Unveils 2024-2025 Directing and Writing Program Participants
by Josh Sharpe - February 06, 2025

Disney Entertainment Television (DET) has announced the latest cohorts for the 2024-2025 Directing Program and 2025 Writing Program, two of the entertainment industry’s most impactful talent development initiatives....


Watch the First 10 Minutes of THE COLOR PURPLE With Whoopi Goldberg, 'Mysterious Ways Photo Watch the First 10 Minutes of THE COLOR PURPLE With Whoopi Goldberg, 'Mysterious Ways' & More
by Michael Major - January 22, 2024

The first 10 minutes of The Color Purple have been released, featuring Whoopi Goldberg's cameo and the opening number, 'Mysterious Ways.' The video also features Tamela Mann, Halle Bailey, David Alan Grier, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, and Deon Cole. It opens with Bailey and Mpasi si...


Token Theatre Will Present David Rhee's ZAC EFRON Next Month Photo Token Theatre Will Present David Rhee's ZAC EFRON Next Month
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024

Token Theatre, Chicago's Asian American theatre company, has announced the company's first full production, ZAC EFRON, written by Artistic Director David Rhee, co-written by Managing Director Wai Yim and directed by two-time Emmy Award winner Alan Muraoka....


Photos: First Look at Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE at Steppenwolf Photo Photos: First Look at Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE at Steppenwolf
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2024

Steppenwolf Theatre Company is continuing its 48th season with the world premiere of Purpose, an epic family drama by two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. Get a first look at photos. ...


3Arts Announces Performers, Artists, and Arts Educators Receiving $30k Each at 3Arts Photo 3Arts Announces Performers, Artists, and Arts Educators Receiving $30k Each at 3Arts Awards Celebration
by Stephi Wild - September 10, 2024

3Arts, the Chicago-based nonprofit grantmaking organization, has announced the recipients of this year’s 3Arts Awards, with over half a million dollars distributed to local artists....


FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations Photo FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations
by Michael Major - January 17, 2024

GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, has announced the nominees for the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, including five Broadway shows, Billy Porter, Reneé Rapp, The Color Purple, High School Musical the Musical the Series, Gre...


Video: First Look at Steppenwolf Theatre Company's Phylicia Rashad-Directed PURPOSE Photo Video: First Look at Steppenwolf Theatre Company's Phylicia Rashad-Directed PURPOSE
by Joshua Wright - March 21, 2024

Get a first look at Steppenwolf Theatre Company's world premiere of Purpose, an epic family drama by two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, directed by two-time Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad. Check out the video! ...


Rubicon Theatre Company WINTERFEST To Feature Works By August Wilson and William Shak Photo Rubicon Theatre Company WINTERFEST To Feature Works By August Wilson and William Shakespeare
by A.A. Cristi - January 16, 2025

RUBICON THEATRE has announced a three-play WinterFest as part of the company's 2024/2025 “Dare to Dream” season. The first two plays in the festival celebrate a new collaboration between RUBICON THEATRE COMPANY and THE ACTING COMPANY (TAC) of New York.  ...


Photos: Inside THE COLOR PURPLE Premiere With Oprah Winfrey, Ariana DeBose & More Photo Photos: Inside THE COLOR PURPLE Premiere With Oprah Winfrey, Ariana DeBose & More
by Michael Major - December 07, 2023

Attendees included the cast of The Color Purple, including Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Halle Bailey, Ciara, H.E.R., and Phylicia Pearl Mpasi. Also present were Oprah Winfrey, Stephen Spielberg, Alicia Keys, Tyler Perry, Storm Reid, Ariana DeBose, Fatima Robinson, and more. Che...






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