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Patrick Finegan has announced the release of his new novel, Toys in Babylon: A Language App Parody and Whodunnit, a satire and murder mystery. Learn more about the novel here.

The Driehaus Museum and the African American Museum of Performing Arts have announced casting for A Nativity Tribute, an adaptation of Langston Hughes’ gospel song-play, Black Nativity.

Diane Phelan and Robi Hager, known for their roles in INTO THE WOODS and SPRING AWAKENING, will headline a cabaret featuring Broadway artists in NYC. Discover the lineup and performance details. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The University of Chicago has just announced the inaugural KAVAH Fermata, a new artist fellowship at the Richard and Mary L. Gray Center for Arts and Inquiry.

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!

PBS announced the world premiere of CRUISE BOOM, a documentary exploring the rise of the cruise industry in Alaska. The film delves into the economic impact and environmental challenges faced by the region.

Ariella Carmell's Sit for Me will open at Theaterlab. Learn how to purchase tickets.

TimeLine South teen ensemble will present INFLUMEDIA: THE CONNECTION BUG at UChicago’s Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts on August 2 and 3, exploring the impact of social media on youth.

Marie Kohler's play BOSWELL, previously staged at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Off-Broadway's 59E59 Theaters, is now published by Dramatic Publishing and available for production by individuals and theaters.

Deeply Rooted Dance Theater is preparing its highly anticipated one-night-only performance of contemporary dance based in American and African-American traditions in dance and storytelling, taking place Saturday, November 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the historic Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago. 

The Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project will present Divination: The Dancing Souls of Black Folk, a powerful performance celebrating the rich cultural heritage and artistic contributions of Black dancers.

 As its 36th anniversary season draws to a close, Chicago Sinfonietta has shared new developments in its Board of Directors.

Explore the upcoming exhibition of Laura Letinsky at Yancey Richardson. Learn more about the artist and see how to purchase tickets.

A reading of Sanctuary City by Martyna Majok will be performed at Boise Contemporary Theatre as part of the 5X5 Reading Series. The reading is set for March 11.

Joffrey Ballet has appointed new members to leadership positions. Learn more about the company.