Chuck Smith

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Reveals 2025-2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 26th season will be a celebration of the “Soul Of A People.” In its 2025-2026 theatre season, WBTT will offer fan favorites, a drama by playwright/actress Dominique Morisseau, and a brand-new world premiere show. 

Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 16, 2025

Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL at Fed's Backyard Theater Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; Fed's Backyard Theater Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL at Fed's Backyard Theater Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Sarasota Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Sarasota Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024

The winners have been announced for the 2024 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards, more commonly known as the Equity Jeff Awards. These awards are given for theatre arts produced in the Chicago area.

56th Jeff Awards Nominations Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024

The Jeff Awards revealed nominations for their 56th anniversary, celebrating excellence in Chicago's Equity theaters. Learn more!

Review: JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE at Goodman Theatre
by Zac Thriffiley - Apr 25, 2024

Under the meticulous direction of Chuck Smith, the Goodman’s newest revival of JOE TURNER’S COME AND GONE emphasizes the play’s continued relevance through masterful performances that find cause for celebration and laughter even in the face of oppression. The production has already been extended through May 19 due to popular demand.

JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE Extends at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2024

Tonight, longtime August Wilson interpreter Chuck Smith’s major revival of Joe Turner’s Come and Gone opens—and extends its run. Learn how to purchase tickets !

SDC Foundation Awards Cristin Carole with 2023-2024 Denham Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, has named Cristin Carole as this season’s SDCF Denham Fellow . Learn more!

Video: Chuck Smith On JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE at the Goodman Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 11, 2024

Watch as JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE director Chuck Smith discusses his favorite August Wilson memory, artistic inspiration and his famous bucket hat.

Joffrey Ballet's Free Event Returns to Millennium Park in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024

The Joffrey Ballet has announced an evening of free public performances in Millennium Park's Pritzker Pavilion—the heart of downtown Chicago. Created as a gift to all Chicagoans, The Joffrey Ballet’s Joffrey for All Free Performance features dance classes on the lawn followed by a mixed repertory program by Joffrey Company Artists, the Joffrey Academy of Dance, and Community Engagement students.

August Wilson's Work Returns to the Goodman; Annual Competition Winners Advance to Finals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2024

Rehearsals for longtime August Wilson interpreter Chuck Smith’s new production of Joe Turner’s Come and Gone are underway with an all-Chicago cast. Learn more about the production.

See August Wilson's Works at Three Chicago Theatres This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2024

This spring, the legacy of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson will light up Chicago stages. Learn more here!

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Reveals 25th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2024

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 25th season will be a celebration of “25 Years of Black Heritage.” During its 2024-2025 theatre season, WBTT will offer fan favorites as well as a brand-new world premiere show. Learn more about the lineup here!

American Blues Theater To Produce THE RECLAMATION OF MADISON HEMINGS In Its New Home
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2024

American Blues Theater presents the Chicago premiere of 'The Reclamation of Madison Hemings' by Charles Smith, directed by Chuck Smith. Tickets on sale now.

A SOLDIER'S PLAY Comes to WBTT This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2024

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe continues its 2023-2024 season with the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, “A Soldier's Play,” which was written by Charles Fuller. WBTT and Goodman Theatre (Chicago, Ill.) resident director Chuck Smith returns to Sarasota to direct.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Sarasota Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!