Lifeline Theatre presents a contemporary adaptation of H.G. Wells' classic, The War of the Worlds, directed by Heather Currie and adapted by John Hildreth. This live action sci-fi thriller explores human nature in the face of chaos, set against the backdrop of modern Chicago. The production runs from May 23 to July 13, 2025, showcasing Lifeline's commitment to reimagining beloved literary works through innovative storytelling.
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Kid Prince and Pablo (1/3/25-2/16/25)
Leaf (3/16/25-4/20/25)
Strong Poison (10/19/25-10/19/25)
Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol (11/29/24-12/22/24)
28th Annual Fillet of Solo Festival (11/8/24-11/17/24)
Fillet of Solo Festival (11/1/24-11/14/24)
Gaudy Night (9/14/24-9/14/24)
Native Son (5/10/24-6/30/24)
Lifeline Theater’s Retelling of Nambi E. Kelly’s Native Son (5/10/24-6/30/24)
Skunk and Badger (3/2/24-4/7/24)
27th Annual Fillet of Solo Festival (1/12/24-1/21/24)
Cat's Cradle (9/1/23-10/22/23)
Extra Yarn (2/18/23-3/19/23)
Videos
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The Little Mermaid
Drury Lane Theatre (11/6 - 1/12) | |
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Legally Blonde, The Musical
Music Theater Works (12/19 - 12/29) | |
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Disney's Frozen the Broadway Musical
Paramount Theatre (10/30 - 1/19) | |
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Million Dollar Quartet
Paramount's Stolp Island Theatre (9/15 - 12/29) | |
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Elton Rohn
Raue Center For The Arts (12/31 - 12/31) | ||
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Hokusai Art Exhibition
McAninch Arts Center (6/3 - 6/27) | |
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The SuperTramp Tribute
Raue Center For The Arts (3/1 - 3/1) | |
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Downtown Chicago TV & Movie Sites Tour
Roosevelt University Auditorium Building (11/19 - 1/10) | |
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Kimberly Akimbo
CIBC Theater (6/10 - 6/22) | |
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
James M. Nederlander Theatre (9/10 - 2/1) | |
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