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2024 American Black Film Festival to Conclude with Community Day
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 1, 2024

The 2024 American Black Film Festival will conclude with a free Community Day in Historic Overtown, featuring screenings of THE WATERBOYZ and POWER OF THE DREAM.

The American Black Film Festival and The Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau Set For The 2023 Annual Community Day
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023

The 2023 American Black Film Festival (ABFF) will close out its five-day event with the annual Community Day taking place on Sunday, June 18, at the Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater, 819 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, from noon to 5:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

High Moon Releases Cult Singer-Songwriter Laurie Styvers' First-Ever Anthology
by Michael Major - Feb 17, 2023

Produced by Murphy (known for his landmark work with Gerry Rafferty, Richard and Linda Thompson, Van Morrison, and more), Styvers’ Hush recordings revealed her as an exceptional songstress with a humble and captivating vocal presence, redolent of such iconic artists as Carole King, Karen Carpenter, and Judee Sill.

Chicago Theatre Week Tickets Go On Sale January 14th
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2020

Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW20) will go on sale Tuesday, January 14 at 10am CST. Value-priced tickets for Chicago Theatre Week performances February 13-23, 2020 will all be priced at $30, $15, or less and will be available at ChicagoTheatreWeek.com. More than 100 productions are expected to participate.

Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week Will Go On Sale In January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2019

Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW20) will go on sale Tuesday, January 14 at 10am CST.  Value-priced tickets for Chicago Theatre Week performances February 13-23, 2020 will all be priced at $30, $15, or less and will be available at ChicagoTheatreWeek.com.

2020 Chicago Theatre Week Dates Announced
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2019

Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW20), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets, will take place

Chicago Theatre Week Starts Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2019

Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW19), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets, all priced at $30, $15, or less, are available at ChicagoTheatreWeek.com.

Tickets For Chicago Theatre Week On Sale In January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2018

Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW19), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets, all priced at $30, $15, or less, will go on sale at 10am on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at ChicagoTheatreWeek.com.

Chicago Theatre Week 2019 Dates Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2018

Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW19), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets, will take place February 7-17, 2019. From joy to heartache and every feeling in between, Chicago theatre tells stories that evoke big emotions. Stories that take risks, inspire awe, ask tough questions - and dare audiences to do the same. From musicals to plays to comedy, theatre is for everyone in Chicago. Chicago Theatre Week is a celebration of the stories we share and will kick off 2019 as the Year of Chicago Theatre, a first-of-its-kind initiative designated by Mayor Rahm Emanuel.

Chicago Theatre Week On Sale Tomorrow at 10 AM
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2018

Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW18), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago, will go on sale Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at 10:00am CST. All Theatre Week tickets are priced at $30, $15, or less, and ticket offer details will be listed on the Theatre Week website, www.ChicagoTheatreWeek.com, when tickets go on sale on January 9, 2018.

Chicago Theatre Week Tickets Go On Sale January 9
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2018

Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW18), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago, will go on sale Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at 10:00am CST. All Theatre Week tickets are priced at $30, $15, or less, and ticket offer details will be listed on the Theatre Week website, www.ChicagoTheatreWeek.com, when tickets go on sale on January 9, 2018.

Shows at Goodman, Victory Gardens, Drury Lane, Steppenwolf and More Set for Chicago Theatre Week 2018
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2017

Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW18), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago, will take place February 8 18, 2018, spanning a week and two full weekends.

Cavalia Opens its New Theatrical Adventure ODYSSEO
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 6, 2017

#OdysseoCHI - The internationally acclaimed entertainment company Cavalia has once again pushed the limits of live entertainment with its new theatrical adventure Odysseo - a $30 million extravaganza that expands the definition of performance into an epic yet soulful experience. The world's largest touring production last night opened its first run in the Midwest, under the White Big Top at Soldier Field South Lot (South Lot, 1410 Museum Campus Drive, Chicago, IL 60605). Tickets are now on sale for Odysseo matinee and evening performances through Sunday, April 23, 2017, at www.cavalia.net or by calling 1-866-999-8111. 

Chicago Theatre Week Smashes Records in Fifth Year
by BWW News Desk - Mar 13, 2017

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EXHIBITIONISM - THE ROLLING STONES to Debut in Chicago at Navy Pier
by BWW News Desk - Feb 17, 2017

The Rolling Stones' first ever major exhibition, Exhibitionism, delivered by DHL, will make its Chicago debut at Navy Pier on April 15, 2017 and will run a four-month engagement through July 30, 2017, proudly brought to the US by Jackson.

Chicago Theatre Week 2017 Kicks Off Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 9, 2017

Chicago Theatre Week 2017 (CTW), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago, begins today, Thursday, February 9, and runs through February 19, 2017.

2017 Chicago Theatre Week Slates February Dates in the Windy City
by BWW News Desk - Feb 9, 2017

Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW17), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago, will take place February 9 - 19, 2017, spanning a week and two full weekends.

Chicago Theatre Week Tickets on Sale Tomorrow at 10 AM
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2017

Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week (CTW), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago, will go on sale January 10, 2017.  All Theatre Week tickets will be priced at $30, $15, or less. Participating shows and offer details will be available on the CTW website, ChicagoTheatreWeek.com, once tickets go on sale.

Jackie Chan's Long Yun Kung Fu Troupe from Beijing Brings the Mesmerizing 11 WARRIORS to the Auditorium Theatre on 2/4
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2017

Jackie Chan's Long Yun Kung Fu Troupe from Beijing performs at the Auditorium Theatre on Saturday, February 4, in celebration of the Chinese New Year. The 11 members of the Long Yun Troupe, hand-picked by internationally renowned martial artist, actor, and film director Jackie Chan, effortlessly meld elements of kung fu and traditional Chinese dance to create an entirely new art form, showcased throughout the program 11 Warriors. Co-presented with the Chinese Fine Arts Society and Choose Chicago, the Long Yun Troupe is a signature event in the City of Chicago's annual Chinese New Year Celebration and promises an unforgettable evening that is perfect for the whole family. 

Yearlong Shakespeare 400 Chicago Festival Welcomes Estimated 1.1 Million
by BWW News Desk - Nov 22, 2016

Shakespeare 400 Chicago, the yearlong festival marking the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death, will wrap up a dynamic year of programming with a full calendar of events in December, having inspired an estimated 1.1 million people to take part in 863 events at 231 locations across the city of Chicago.