Walter Stearns

Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards

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.

Music Theater Works Announces GUYS AND DOLLS And More for Its 45th Season

Music Theater Works reveals its 2025 season lineup during the opening of CAROUSEL, marking its 45th season.

56th Jeff Awards Nominations Revealed

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

JERSEY BOYS Begins Its Final Weeks At Mercury Theater Chicago

Catch the final weeks of JERSEY BOYS at Mercury Theater Chicago.

JERSEY BOYS Welcomes David Sajewich and Amanda Hanedgan to the Cast

Mercury Theater will welcome new cast members to the critically-acclaimed, first built-in Chicago Production of Jersey Boys, the Tony Award-winning story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

JERSEY BOYS Extends Run at Mercury Theater Through Late July

Mercury Theater has revealed additional dates for the first built-in Chicago Production of Jersey Boys. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: JERSEY BOYS at Mercury Theater Chicago

Mercury Theater Chicago has staged a “homegrown” production of JERSEY BOYS full of Chicago heart. The bio jukebox musical has graced Chicago tour stages over the years (in fact, I had a chuckle looking back at the review of the first national tour I wrote for my high school newspaper), but this is the first staging to showcase Chicago talent — and it definitely accomplishes that goal.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Chicago Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago 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!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER, Illinois Shakespeare Festival & More Lead!

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Cast and Creative Team Set for for the 'Built in Chicago' Premiere of JERSEY BOYS at Mercury Theater

Mercury Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the first built-in-Chicago production of Jersey Boys, the Tony Award winning story of Frankie Vallie and The Four Seasons.

BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER, Circa Pintig & More Lead!

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards December 5th Standings; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Leads Best Musical!

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER Leads Best Play!

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Leads Best Musical!

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; Circa Pintig Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Photos: Mercury Theater Celebrates The Opening Of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN

Mercury Theatre Chicago celebrates the opening of  the monstrously funny Mel Brooks musical YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN. See photos from opening night below.

Review: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Mercury Theater Chicago

Mercury’s YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN is a Halloween treat with many classic musical comedy tricks.

Ben Vereen Joins Porchlight Music Theatre's Artistic Advisory Board

Renowned performer Ben Vereen joins the Artistic Advisory Board of Porchlight Music Theatre. Learn more about this exciting addition and Vereen's recent ICON Award recognition.

Hit Musical JERSEY BOYS is Coming to Mercury Theater Chicago in 2024

Don't miss out on the Tony Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS at Mercury Theater Chicago. Get all the details on show dates and ticket information here.

Mercury Theater Chicago Concludes Its 2023 Season With Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN

Mercury Theater Artistic Director Christopher Chase Carter, Managing Director Kristi J. Martens and Executive Producers L. Walter Stearns and Eugene Dizon announce the Chicago Premiere of the new West End version of Young Frankenstein, the electrifying adaptation of Mel Brooks' monstrously funny film. Young Frankenstein features a book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, with music and lyrics by Mel Brooks.