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David Rabe to Bring BY THE LOOK OF HER To The 2025 Chain Winter One-Act Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2025

Chain Theatre will present the NYC premiere of BY THE LOOK OF HER, written by Tony Award-winner David Rabe. BY THE LOOK OF HER is a family dramedy. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
LAST TRAIN TO NEVADA Will Premiere at Chain Winter One-Act Festival 2025
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2025

Chain Theatre will present LAST TRAIN TO NEVADA by Pascal Phoa this month. The play is part of CHAIN WINTER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL 2025. Learn more about this upcoming event here!
Erin Germaine Mahoney's New Play TWO SISTERS Premieres at The Chain Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2025

A daring and evocative new play directed by Katina Medina Mora will have its world premiere in the Chain Theatre Winter One-Act Festival in New York City, with performances on Feb 16th, Feb 20th, and March 1st. 
THE ROBOT, THE SPY, AND THE LOVE OF AI to be Presented at CHAIN WINTER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025

Chain Theatre will present the world premiere of THE ROBOT, THE SPY, AND THE LOVE OF AI - aproduction that explores the use of actual robotics and AI programming capabilities onstage. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Erin Germaine Mahoney's TWO SISTERS Premieres at The Chain Theatre Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2025

A new play directed by Katina Medina Mora will have its world premiere in the Chain Theatre Winter One-Act Festival in New York City next month. Learn more here!
DEAR DIARY By Kevin Cheng To Premiere At Chain Winter One-Act Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2025

Dear Diary, a new play written by Kevin Cheng will premiere as part of the 2025 edition of the CHAIN WINTER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL at the Chain Theatre. Learn more about the production!
Interview: Marisela Treviño Orta of DECEMBER at Alley Theatre
by Brett Cullum - Jan 10, 2025

It's a May-December relationship. But, unlike most May-December relationships that we see. The woman is older, and I wanted to explore that. HAROLD AND MAUDE is one of my favorite movies.
THE 2025 CHAIN WINTER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL Announced At The Chain Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

Chain Theatre has announced the 2025 edition of the CHAIN WINTER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL, featuring the NY premiere of BY THE LOOK OF HER by Tony Award winner David Rabe and more.
Interview: Playwright Jenny Lyn Bader and MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 21, 2024

Broadwayworld had the opportunity to interview Jenny Lyn Bader about her career and the 'Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library' at 59E59 Theaters.
Chicago Premiere of SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN to be Presented at A Red Orchid Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2024

A Red Orchid Theatre will present SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN, directed by Ensemble Member dado. The play follows Soso, left for dead on the Eastern Front. He’s taken in by the Kremlin due to his shocking resemblance to a certain someone. Learn more!
Seven Artists-in-Residence to Join Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2024

Goodman Theatre has welcomed seven early-career artists who will join the Theatre for its 99th season as directing fellows and playwrights-in-residence. Learn more about the artists!
Theater For The New City Presents SOUP IN THE SECOND ACT By Barry Primus
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 6, 2024

Barry Primus's new play, SOUP IN THE SECOND ACT, will be presented at Theater for the New City from September 26 to October 6. Learn more about the resident theater production.
People's Theatre Project Announces 2024 Playwrights Unit Cohort
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2024

People's Theatre Project announced the 2024 Playwrights Unit cohort featuring Max Garcia, Montserrat Mendez, and Christin Eve Cato. The program will conclude with a Reading Festival in December.
Goodman Theatre Announces A Summer 2024 Line-up For All Ages And Interests
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2024

Discover the exciting lineup for Goodman Theatre's Summer 2024 season, featuring a mix of classic plays, contemporary works, and world premieres. Enjoy diverse and dynamic performances all summer long.
Steep Theatre Announces Two New Shows for 2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2024

Steep Theatre will be back on stage in 2024 with two new productions that continue the company's tradition of bringing new work to Chicago audiences.
World Premiere of OAK Comes to the Urbanite Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024

Urbanite Theatre’s milestone tenth season is set to close with the world premiere of OAK, directed by Mikael Burke (May 31-June 30, 2024).
Brian Quijada Will Emcee Ensemble Studio Theatre's 2024 Gala Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2024

Ensemble Studio Theatre will host its Spring 2024 Benefit on Tuesday, May 7 at City Winery, celebrating EST’s past, present, and future.
23rd Annual Paprika Theatre Festival to Take Place in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2024

Experience the 23rd annual Paprika Theatre Festival, a crucial platform for emerging artists in Toronto. Learn more about the events and see how to purchase tickets.
Theatre Passe Muraille to Present World Premiere of WOKING PHOENIX
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 15, 2024

Theatre Passe Muraille will present the World Premiere of their co-production with Silk Bath Collective, WOKING PHOENIX. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Ensemble Studio Theatre Announces 2024 FIRST LIGHT FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2024

Ensemble Studio Theatre and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation have announced the line-up for the 2024 First Light Festival, part of the EST/Sloan Project to develop plays exploring science and technology.

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