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Chicago Theaters Centering Women's Stories This Women's History Month


by A.A. Cristi - March 11, 2025

Choices abound for audiences looking to celebrate the stories of women this Women’s History Month on stages all throughout Chicagoland. ...

Chicago Opera Theater Will Perform Concert Premiere of REMEDIOS VARIOS PARA LAS AFLICCIONES DEL CUERPO Y EL ESPIRITU


by Stephi Wild - March 07, 2025

Chicago Opera Theater will continue its 2024-25 season with the concert premiere of the sixth full-length opera produced through COT's industry leading Vanguard Initiative....

DANCES FROM THE HEART Comes to Emergence Dance Theatre 


by Stephi Wild - January 22, 2025

Emergence Dance Theatre will present the popular and romantic Dance Chicago program, Dances From the Heart next month. Learn more about the performance here!...

Orion's TRIBUTE TO PAQUITO D'RIVERA to Return in November


by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 14, 2024

The Orion Ensemble will present the return of their 'Tribute to Paquito D'Rivera' for one night only at the Athenaeum Center, celebrating the renowned musician's work. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets. ...

Review: THE OUTSIDERS at The Home Creative Co.


by Zac Thriffiley - September 25, 2024

Despite some moving performances from the supporting cast, seasoned fans of and newcomers to THE OUTSIDERS may be underwhelmed by a production whose various elements leave it struggling to “stay golden.”...

THE OUTSIDERS Adapted By Christopher Sergel to be Presented at The Athenaeum Center


by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 28, 2024

Experience THE OUTSIDERS at The Athenaeum Center in Chicago. Directed by Jonathan James, this adaptation brings S.E. Hinton's classic story to life with a dynamic cast. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets. ...

Photos: First Look at Blank Theatre Company's THE MAD ONES


by Stephi Wild - July 15, 2024

Blank Theatre Company is now presenting the second show of their 2024 season, THE MAD ONES, by Kait Kerrigan and Bree Lowdermilk. Check out all new photos here!...

Chicago Opera Theater Announces Two Premieres and More for 2024-25 Season


by A.A. Cristi - April 30, 2024

Discover the exciting new season announced by CHICAGO OPERA THEATER for 2024-25. Get a sneak peek into the upcoming performances and stay updated with the latest in the world of opera....

CHICAGO THEATRE WEEK CONTINUED To Launch On Monday


by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 2024

Chicago Theatre Week Continued returns with over 30 shows throughout the city and suburbs, including seven productions from Broadway In Chicago. Tickets go on sale Monday, February 19 at 10am at HotTix.org....

Porchlight Reveals Slate of Scene Changers to be Honored at PORCHLIGHT ICONS: CELEBRATING BEN VEREEN


by Stephi Wild - August 29, 2023

Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre has announced the 2023 Scene Changers who will be honored at Porchlight ICONS: Celebrating Ben Vereen, Friday, Sept. 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the Athenaeum Center, 2936 N. Southport Ave....

Past Shows

The Outsiders
The Outsiders
9/13 - 10/13/2024


You’ve read the book. You’ve seen the film. Now experience The Outsiders like never before, live onstage in an intimate theatre.


The legendary Broadway musical has been specially adapted to meet the needs of young performers. This author-approved, PG-rated edition has been abridged to a running ...

The Cleanup
The Cleanup
10/13 - 11/19/2022


Prop Thtr PresentsThe Cleanup by Hallie Palladino Directed by Jen Poulin. Seeking community post-quarantine, Nicole joins the toy cleaning committee at The Learning Co-Op where ...

Videos


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Steppenwolf Theatre Company (1/30 - 3/16) Tracker
I and You in Chicago I and You
Citadel Theatre (2/21 - 3/23) Tracker
PHOTOS DISCOUNT
Reimagining Cabaret: The Journey Continues, Presented by Black Voices in Cabaret in Chicago Reimagining Cabaret: The Journey Continues, Presented by Black Voices in Cabaret
Logan Center for the Arts (3/22 - 3/22)
JUBA! Masters of Tap and Percussive Dance - Rhythm World Concert 2 in Chicago JUBA! Masters of Tap and Percussive Dance - Rhythm World Concert 2
Jazz Showcase (7/15 - 7/15)
GreenRoom Improv in Chicago GreenRoom Improv
Raue Center For The Arts (5/24 - 5/24)
New Philharmonic: Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto and Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4 in Chicago New Philharmonic: Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto and Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4
McAninch Arts Center (4/12 - 4/13)
Kitty James and Destiny’s Trail to Oregon in Chicago Kitty James and Destiny’s Trail to Oregon
The Factory Theater (2/14 - 3/29)
LES FRANGLAISES in Chicago LES FRANGLAISES
ZENITH DE TOULON (11/13 - 11/13)
Irving Berlin's White Christmas in Chicago Irving Berlin's White Christmas
Paramount Theatre (11/12 - 1/11)
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