Willow James
Latest News on Willow James:
Full Cast Set for YOU WILL GET SICK at Steppenwolf Theatre (Jan 21, 2025)
A RAISIN IN THE SUN Comes to Court Theatre (Jan 8, 2025)
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; RENT at Elgin Community College Leads Best Musical! (Dec 27, 2024)
Full Cast Set for YOU WILL GET SICK at Steppenwolf Theatre (Jan 21, 2025)
A RAISIN IN THE SUN Comes to Court Theatre (Jan 8, 2025)
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; RENT at Elgin Community College Leads Best Musical! (Dec 27, 2024)
BIO
Willow James is a Chicago-based artist, producer, teaching artist & DJ who centers his work around exploring Black identity, new works and theatre as activism. He is Co-Artistic Director & Resident Sound Designer at Artemisia Theatre, a Teaching Artist with Court Theatre, and represented by Dream Team Talent Agency. Chicago: The Hero Within (Chicago Shakespeare Theater), Chlorine Sky (Steppenwolf Theatre), Fairview (Definition Theatre). Regional: The Royale (American Players Theatre), Black Book (NAATC), The Magnolia Ballet (Alleyway Theatre & Phoenix Theatre Indianapolis). He is a proud member of USITT, TSDCA & IATSE Local 2. willow-james.org | IG: @worksbywillow
Videos
Video: First Look at Jennifer Morrison & More in Goodman's THE PENELOPIAD
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-13 15:52:39
Video: Choreographer JoAnn Hunter On Goodman Theatre's THE PENELOPIAD
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-05 13:15:54
Video: Jennifer Morrison & More on THE PENELOPIAD at Goodman Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-20 16:36:20
Video: Get a First Look at CHLORINE SKY at Steppenwolf Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-02-23 13:12:08
News
Full Cast Set for YOU WILL GET SICK at Steppenwolf Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has revealed the full cast for Noah Diaz’s whimsical, wild and heartbreaking Chicago premiere of You Will Get Sick, directed by Artistic Director Audrey Francis. Learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has revealed the full cast for Noah Diaz’s whimsical, wild and heartbreaking Chicago premiere of You Will Get Sick, directed by Artistic Director Audrey Francis. Learn more.
A RAISIN IN THE SUN Comes to Court Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025
Court Theatre will present Lorraine Hansberry’s masterpiece A Raisin in the Sun, New York Drama Critics Award winner, Tony Award nominee for Best Play, and the first play written by a Black woman to be produced on Broadway.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025
Court Theatre will present Lorraine Hansberry’s masterpiece A Raisin in the Sun, New York Drama Critics Award winner, Tony Award nominee for Best Play, and the first play written by a Black woman to be produced on Broadway.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; RENT at Elgin Community College Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 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!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 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!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; Elgin Community College Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 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!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 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!
Ron OJ Parson To Direct HYMN at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2024
Chicago director Ron OJ Parson will helm the North American premiere of Lolita Chakrabarti's Hymn at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, making his CST directorial debut. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2024
Chicago director Ron OJ Parson will helm the North American premiere of Lolita Chakrabarti's Hymn at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, making his CST directorial debut. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; RENT at Elgin Community College Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 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!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 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!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Chicago Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 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!
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 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!
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Chicago Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024
Check out the first stats for the 2024 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!
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024
Check out the first stats for the 2024 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!
A RAISIN IN THE SUN Comes to the Court Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024
Court Theatre will present Lorraine Hansberry’s masterpiece A Raisin in the Sun, winner of a Pulitzer Prize, Tony Award nominee for Best Play, and the first play written by a Black woman to be produced on Broadway.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024
Court Theatre will present Lorraine Hansberry’s masterpiece A Raisin in the Sun, winner of a Pulitzer Prize, Tony Award nominee for Best Play, and the first play written by a Black woman to be produced on Broadway.
TUTA Theatre To Stage Thornton Wilder's THE LONG CHRISTMAS DINNER
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2024
TUTA Theatre has announced it will stage the infrequently produced Thornton Wilder drama THE LONG CHRISTMAS DINNER for the 2024 holiday season.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2024
TUTA Theatre has announced it will stage the infrequently produced Thornton Wilder drama THE LONG CHRISTMAS DINNER for the 2024 holiday season.
Artemisia Theatre to Present the WEWOMEN PLAY FESTIVAL in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 7, 2024
Artemisia Theatre will present the WeWomen Play Festival, showcasing six feminist playwrights from Chicagoland. The event features diverse plays and directors at the Fine Arts Building.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 7, 2024
Artemisia Theatre will present the WeWomen Play Festival, showcasing six feminist playwrights from Chicagoland. The event features diverse plays and directors at the Fine Arts Building.
Review: THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK at Northlight Theatre
by Zac Thriffiley - Sep 16, 2024
Now receiving its Chicagoland premiere, Northlight Theatre’s THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK features brilliant performances and moments of exquisite stagecraft, though the play’s lean script occasionally saps the production of necessary tension and greater thematic depth.
by Zac Thriffiley - Sep 16, 2024
Now receiving its Chicagoland premiere, Northlight Theatre’s THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK features brilliant performances and moments of exquisite stagecraft, though the play’s lean script occasionally saps the production of necessary tension and greater thematic depth.
THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK Comes to Northlight Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2024
Northlight Theatre will open its 2024–2025 season with The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2024
Northlight Theatre will open its 2024–2025 season with The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk. Learn more about the production here!
Photos: DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! THE MUSICAL at the Marriott Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 20, 2024
Check out production photos for Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences's DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! THE MUSICAL! here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 20, 2024
Check out production photos for Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences's DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! THE MUSICAL! here!
Photos: First Look at THE HOTWING KING at Writers Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 29, 2024
Writers Theatre is concluding its 2023/24 Season with The Hot Wing King, written by Katori Hall, and directed by Lili-Anne Brown. The Hot Wing King will be presented through July 21, 2024 in the Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols Theatre. Check out photos here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 29, 2024
Writers Theatre is concluding its 2023/24 Season with The Hot Wing King, written by Katori Hall, and directed by Lili-Anne Brown. The Hot Wing King will be presented through July 21, 2024 in the Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols Theatre. Check out photos here!
TCG Reveals Recipients of 2024 Rising Leaders of Color Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024
Theatre Communications Group has revealed the participants in the eighth round of its Rising Leaders of Color Program. See who is taking part.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024
Theatre Communications Group has revealed the participants in the eighth round of its Rising Leaders of Color Program. See who is taking part.
Pulitzer Prize-Winner THE HOT WING KING To Begin At Writers Theatre In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2024
Pulitzer Prize-winning play HOT WING KING will debut at Writers Theatre on June 20.
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2024
Pulitzer Prize-winning play HOT WING KING will debut at Writers Theatre on June 20.
Video: Scene from Goodman's THE PENELOPIAD
by Joshua Wright - Mar 25, 2024
Get a first look at this spirited scene from THE PENELOPIAD by Margaret Atwood starring Jennifer Morrison (Once Upon a Time, House) in an all-new video.
by Joshua Wright - Mar 25, 2024
Get a first look at this spirited scene from THE PENELOPIAD by Margaret Atwood starring Jennifer Morrison (Once Upon a Time, House) in an all-new video.
Review: THE PENELOPIAD at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - Mar 17, 2024
Goodman Theatre Artistic Director Susan V. Booth puts her own spin on Margaret Atwood’s decidedly feminist tale THE PENELOPIAD. As with her famous novel THE HANDMAID’S TALE, Atwood uses THE PENELOPIAD as a device to convey the horrors and abuse committed against women. Atwood’s points are valid and mirror the gender inequalities and abuse women still experience now (the original novella was penned in 2005). But THE PENELOPIAD’s feminist argument isn’t revelatory. Instead of providing truly new insight or perspective, the play rather reinforces existing (though rightfully undeniable) points.
by Rachel Weinberg - Mar 17, 2024
Goodman Theatre Artistic Director Susan V. Booth puts her own spin on Margaret Atwood’s decidedly feminist tale THE PENELOPIAD. As with her famous novel THE HANDMAID’S TALE, Atwood uses THE PENELOPIAD as a device to convey the horrors and abuse committed against women. Atwood’s points are valid and mirror the gender inequalities and abuse women still experience now (the original novella was penned in 2005). But THE PENELOPIAD’s feminist argument isn’t revelatory. Instead of providing truly new insight or perspective, the play rather reinforces existing (though rightfully undeniable) points.
Video: First Look at Jennifer Morrison & More in Goodman's THE PENELOPIAD
by Joshua Wright - Mar 13, 2024
Get a first look at Goodman Theatre's world premiere of The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood starring Jennifer Morrison (Once Upon a Time, House) in an all-new video.
by Joshua Wright - Mar 13, 2024
Get a first look at Goodman Theatre's world premiere of The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood starring Jennifer Morrison (Once Upon a Time, House) in an all-new video.
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