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Review Roundup: Kokandy Productions' INTO THE WOODS

Read the reviews for Kokandy Productions' immersive production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s classic Into The Woods, the first Chicago storefront production of the beloved musical in over a decade.

Photos: Kokandy Productions Presents INTO THE WOODS

Kokandy Productions will conclude its 2024 season with an immersive production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s classic Into The Woods, the first Chicago storefront production of the beloved musical in over a decade. See photos from the production.

Photos: Kokandy Productions Presents INTO THE WOODS At The Chopin Theatre

Kokandy Productions concludes its 2024 season with an immersive production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s classic Into The Woods, the first Chicago storefront production of the beloved musical in over a decade. See photos from the production.

Full Cast Announced For Kokandy Productions' INTO THE WOODS At The Chopin Theatre

Kokandy Productions has announced the full cast for their revival of INTO THE WOODS, running from October 10 to December 22, 2024, at The Chopin Theatre. Learn who is in the cast and how to get tickets.

Cast & Creative Team Announced For CORDUROY, Directed By Amber Mak

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced the cast and creative team for CORDUROY, directed by Amber Mak.

First Floor Theater Reveals Cast and Crew for PRO-AM

Chicago’s First Floor Theater has announced the cast and production team for their World Premiere production of PRO-AM, a biting look at the world of amateur-professional porn written by Brynne Frauenhoffer and directed by Rebecca Willingham.

Kokandy Productions' AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical Extends At The Chopin Theatre

Kokandy Productions' 'AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical' extends its run at The Chopin Theatre through December 10, 2023, with two additional weeks of performances.

Review: AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical at Kokandy Productions

Kokandy Productions’ Chicago premiere of AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical is a delectable, campy romp. Producing Artistic Director Derek Van Barham’s production is a mainly bloodless vision for the bloody tale of serial killer finance bro Patrick Bateman — and it’s an approach that works incredibly well for the material. I know that AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical was short-lived on Broadway and that that production was a literal bloodbath. The fact that Kokandy’s production substitutes red confetti for stage blood is a microcosm of how well this scrappy interpretation of the musical works: By making the show more camp, less horror story, audiences are then free to indulge in the satire and fun.

Kokandy Productions Presents the Chicago Premiere of AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical At The Chopin Theatre

Indulge in '80s excess and “pure, decadent pleasure” as Kokandy Productions concludes its 2023 season with the Chicago premiere of American Psycho: The Musical, directed by Producing Artistic Director Derek Van Barham, with music direction by Heidi Joosten and choreography by Breon Arzell, playing September 14 – November 26, 2023.

Kokandy Productions Reveals Cast for AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical

Get the latest news on the cast announcement for Kokandy Productions' AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical. Find out who will be bringing this thrilling production to life at Kokand Productions.

Photos: First Look At A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM At Oak Park Festival Theatre

The Oak Park Festival Theatre, Oak Park’s premiere Equity theatre and the oldest professional classical theatre in the Midwest, has released production images for their summer production of William Shakespeare’s A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM, running through August 19, 2023 at Austin Gardens in Oak Park, Illinois. See photos of the production. 

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night Of Music Theater Works PIPPIN

Music Theater Works second production in its 2023 season, Pippin in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts In Skokie is now playing through June 25. Check out opening night photos here!

Photos: First Look At Music Theater Works' PIPPIN, Now Playing Through June 25

Music Theater Works second production in its 2023 season, Pippin in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts In Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie,  is now playing through June 25. See photos from the production.

Oak Park Festival Theatre Casts A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

The Oak Park Festival Theatre, Oak Park's premiere Equity theatre and the oldest professional classical theatre in the Midwest, has announced the cast and creative team for its summer show, William Shakespeare's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, opening July 15.

Music Theater Works Announces Cast And Creative Team For PIPPIN, June 1 - 25

Music Theater Works, recently launched its 43rd season with the highly recommended Avenue Q, has announced the cast and creative team for its second production in the 2023 season, Pippin in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts In Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, June 1 - 25.

Cast Announced For Filament Theatre's World Premiere Of THINK FAST, JORDAN CHASE!

Chicago's Filament Theatre (4041 N. Milwaukee Avenue in Portage Park) – nationally recognized as a pioneer in 'anti-adultist' theater-making and creating work for, and with, young audiences – announces the world premiere of the youth-curated, 'choose-your-own-adventure' inspired production, Think Fast, Jordan Chase!, opening March 18, 2023.

Nominations for 2023 Jeff Awards for Non-Equity Theater Announced; See the Full List!

Kicking off the new year, the Joseph Jefferson Awards announced its nominations for theater excellence among Non-Equity theater. See the full list!

World Premiere of Youth-Curated THINK FAST, JORDAN CHASE! to be Presented at Filament Theatre in March

Chicago’s Filament Theatre will present the world premiere of the youth-curated, ‘choose-your-own-adventure’ inspired production, Think Fast, Jordan Chase!, opening March 18, 2023. 

Chicago Shakespeare Theater to Present 'L is for Libertad: Exploring Cuba's San Isidro Movement'

Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present a post-show panel conversation titled 'L is for Libertad: Exploring Cuba’s San Isidrio Movement alongside Measure for Measure,' following the projected Spanish translation performance of Measure for Measure on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 7:30 p.m.

Chicago's Filament Theatre Marks 15th Anniversary Of Creating Revolutionary Theater For Young Audiences

Chicago's Filament Theatre (4041 N. Milwaukee Avenue in Portage Park), nationally recognized as a pioneer in 'anti-adultist' theater-making, proudly marks its 15th Anniversary of creating work for, by, and with young audiences.