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New Musical CALL ME FROM THE GRAVE Will Receive Developmental Readings

Amas Musical Theatre will present developmental readings of Call Me From the Grave, a new musical with music and lyrics by Charlie Romano, and book by Harold Hodge, Jr. at Ripley-Grier Studios.

THE LITTLE MERMAID & More Lead Chicago's Holiday 2024 Top Theatre Shows

Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for the holiday season include The Little Mermaid and more.

Review: MIDNIGHT AT THE NEVER GET at Diversionary

Midnight at the Never Get is an intimate show that offers a wonderful musical experience and an entertaining and emotional look at how love, social justice, ambition, and some torch songs can create a life—but can they create a happily ever after?

Video: Watch a Clip From LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

Check out an all new clip from the world premiere of Ngozi Anyanwu’s Leroy and Lucy at Steppenwolf Theatre Company! Check out the video here! The production plays through December 15, 2024.

Review: LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

In Ngozi Anyanwu’s LEROY AND LUCY, two strangers meet at a crossroads in Mississippi...and not much happens. Based upon the myth of Robert Johnson, who supposedly sold his soul to the devil to make it as a blues musician, the play finds Leroy (Jon Michael Hill) and Lucy (Brittany Bradford) in a liminal space. And that’s precisely the challenge of this play: Anyanwu’s characters don’t know each other and literally exist on Andrew Boyce’s empty (but pretty) set. It’s a tall order to create high stakes when characters are unknown to each other, and unfortunately, Anyanwu’s play isn’t dynamic enough to sustain its 90-minute run time.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveals November Programming

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this November with a full slate of nightly performances. Learn more about the November 2024 lineup, featuring a diverse array of performances from renowned jazz musicians and emerging artists.

BWW Q&A: Brittany Bradford of LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

BWW Q&A: Brittany Bradford of Leroy and Lucy at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

Photos: LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

 Steppenwolf Theatre Company has released new photos from Ngozi Anyanwu’s Leroy and Lucy, a bluesy and seductive play with music, directed by Awoye Timpo, playing through December 15, 2024.

Spotlight: LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf

Leroy and Lucy Make Music at Steppenwolf

Miller Theatre's Early Music Series Continues With THE MARIAN CONSORT In November

Miller Theatre's Early Music series continues with THE MARIAN CONSORT on November 16, showcasing a program of Renaissance choral music.

Photos: Steppenwolf Theatre Company's World Premiere of LEROY AND LUCY In Rehearsal

Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 49th season with the world premiere of Ngozi Anyanwu’s Leroy and Lucy, a bluesy and seductive play with music, directed by Awoye Timpo. See photos from the production.

Carolyn Dorfman Dance to Perform at The Heidi Gallery at JSDD

Carolyn Dorfman Dance will perform at The Heidi Gallery at JSDD, as part of the WAE Open exhibition. The event is free, but advance registration is required due to limited space. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Rosas Returns to Sadler's Wells Theatre With the UK Premiere of EXIT ABOVE This Autumn

Sadler’s Wells International Associate Company Rosas will return to Sadler’s Wells Theatre with the UK premiere of EXIT ABOVE from Tuesday 12 – Wednesday 13 November.

Steppenwolf Theatre to Present World Premiere of LEROY AND LUCY This Fall

Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 49th season with the world premiere of Ngozi Anyanwu's Leroy and Lucy, a bluesy and seductive play with music, directed by Awoye Timpo. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

SLASH to Discuss Making of 'ORGY OF THE DAMNED' Live at GRAMMY Museum in October

SLASH, the iconic, GRAMMY Award-winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, guitarist, and songwriter will visit the Ray Charles Terrace at the GRAMMY Museum for an evening discussing his latest album Orgy of the Damned, a star-studded, vibrant homage to the Blues.

Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Reveals Winners of 2024 NewWorks@TheWorks Playwriting Competition

Circuit Playhouse, Inc. revealed the winners of the 2024 NewWorks@TheWorks playwriting competition, highlighting emerging playwrights and their innovative works. Learn more about the winners!

LIFT's Biennial Festival Concludes as Artistic Director Kris Nelson Steps Down

In 2024 LIFT, London's biennial international festival of theatre, welcomed over 10,000 audience members, across eight venues connecting international artists and Londoners with bold new work. After a festival with six and a half years in the post, Kris Nelson will step down as Artistic Director/CEO at the end of August.

Limón Dance Company To Return To The Joyce Theater in November

The Limón Dance Company will return to The Joyce Theater in NYC, featuring evening and matinee performances, a preview night, an opening night, and a curtain chat session. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Blues Rock Sensation Eric Johanson to Embark on Tour

New Orleans rock/blues sensation Eric Johanson returns to the U.S. after the latest of 25 highly acclaimed European shows so far in 2024 to resume his “Don’t Hold Back Tour,” supporting his chart-topping album, The Deep and the Dirty.

Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra Unveils 2024-2025 Concert Series

Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra has revealed its 2024-25 season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.