Gods and Monsters Begins World Premiere Chicago Run May 9 by Logan Culwell-Block

Paul Oakley Stovall and Tom Mullen bring a version of Frankenstein screen director James Whale's life to the stage that puts more focus on race.

Lost Broadway Script for 1926 Production of THE GREAT GATSBY Released

Cambridge University Press has recently released the rediscovered script for the 1926 Broadway production of The Great Gatsby. Long before the current musical adaptation, F. Scott Fitzgerald…

Mothering the Movement connects past and future by Emily McClanathan

In the first scene of Mothering the Movement, seven members of Free Street Theater’s youth ensemble riff on what mothers mean to them. On opening night, it was clear that some had their ow…

Prelude to a Kiss highlights old souls in a fresh package by Matt Simonette

It’s amazing that this play about old souls moves along at such a brisk pace.  Theatre Above the Law’s new production of Craig Lucas’s romantic comedy/drama Prelude to a Kiss is inten…

Judgment Day is amusing but slight by Kerry Reid

“Jerry, just remember, it’s not a lie, if you believe it.” Jason Alexander doesn’t repeat this famous George Costanza line from Seinfeld in Rob Ulin’s morality comedy, Judgment Day…

Panther in the Sky tackles gun violence by Jt Newman

Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble and CIRCA-Pintig’s collaborative piece, Panther in the Sky, written by Lani T. Montreal and directed by Mignon McPherson Stewart, tackles difficult subject mat…

Sincerity and Skill: A Preview of Chicago Repertory Ballet’s “Modern Motions” at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts by Sharon Hoyer

The collection of short works promises to showcase the versatility, skill and heart of this ambitious company.

Ariana Madix to Reprise Role as Roxie Hart in Broadway’s ‘Chicago’ by Belaid S

Ariana Madix, celebrated for her roles on television and stage, is set to return to the Broadway production of “Chicago”

Photos: First Look At Pre-Broadway DEATH BECOMES HER in Chicago

Get a first look at the World Premiere of DEATH BECOMES HER at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre, now on stage for a limited five-week engagement.

No Bad Deed: A Review of “Judgment Day” at Chicago Shakespeare Theater by Ted C. Fishman

"Judgment Day," now premiering at Chicago Shakes, is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud funny play with a cast that somehow ekes comedy out of nearly every line and gesture.

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, May 7, 2024 by Matt Tamanini

Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Lucille Lortel Award Winners Announced, Ariana Madix to Return to ‘Chicago’ “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top t…

Last chance to see CHICAGO in Melbourne by Aussie Theatre

There are only four weeks left to catch “The sharpest, slickest show on the block” (The Times UK) in Melbourne,

Tony Winners Cynthia Erivo, Ruthie Ann Miles and Patina Miller to Perform at Annual PBS Memorial Day Concert by Hayley Levitt

A roster of Broadway veterans will perform at PBS' annual National Memorial Day Concert, honoring the country's veterans and military families. The concert premieres on May 26, broadcasting…

Ariana Madix sets summer return to Broadway’s ‘Chicago’ by Michael Abourizk

The long-running revival continues at the Ambassador Theatre.

Farewell to a Chicago Director’s Haven by American Theatre Editors

As Haven Theatre closes its doors after 10 years in the city, it takes with it an initiative that has helped foster 7 cohorts of emerging directors.

Chicago Will Welcome Back Ariana Madix to the Role of Roxie Hart

Vanderpump Rules' Ariana Madix Sets Return to Broadway's Chicago by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning production continues its record-breaking run at the Ambassador Theatre.

Ariana Madix Will Return to Broadway’s Chicago by Darryn King

Television personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will return to the Broadway cast of Chicago as Roxie Hart. Madix broke box office records for Chicago during her first appearance as …

Ariana Madix Will Return to CHICAGO in August

TV personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will return in the role as “Roxie Hart' in Chicago on Broadway this August!

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys-  Getting WICKED with Dan Micciche

I am joined by seasoned Bway performer, music director, conductor, and vocal coach, Dan Micciche! Dan holds the distinction of being the youngest person to ever play the role of Mary Sunshin…

#tbt: Discordant 'Night Music' by Rob Weinert-Kendt

Catherine Zeta Jones in "A Little Night Music." (Photo by Joan Marcus) I'm not sure any Stephen Sondheim show is really underrated anymore—there are passionate partisans for every one, f…

Robyn Hurder on Returning to CHICAGO by BroadwayWorld

Nowadays, Tony nominee Robyn Hurder is back on Broadway in Chicago and that's good, isn't it?! Fresh off of her acclaimed run in A Beautiful Noise, she returned to the show just last month …

Jinkx Monsoon on Starring in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS by BroadwayWorld

Over a decade after the world first came to know and love her on TV, Jinkx Monsoon is back onstage tackling one of her bucketlist roles. "I always dreamed of [having a career on Broadway]. …

Theatre News: Spotlighters Theater Announces Its 62nd Season (2024-2025) by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

A powerful and challenging season – with some great laughs along the way!  A Raisin in the Sunwritten by Lorraine Hansberrydirected by Rain PryorSeptember 9 – October 13, 2024 Set on Ch…

Joe Turner's Come and Gone | Audience Testimonials | Through May 19 | Goodman Theatre by Goodman Theatre

"It's funny, moving, thought-provoking and it's familiar." Watch audience reactions for the play The Chicago Reader calls "a masterpiece." On stage through May 19 only, get tickets at Goodma…

VIDEO: Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard Talk DEATH BECOMES HER on WGN9 Chicago

xMegan Hilty and Jennifer Simard stopped by the studios at WGN9 to talk all about the World Premiere of DEATH BECOMES HER at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre.

Video: First Look at Jason Alexander in JUDGMENT DAY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Get a first look at Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Judgment Day, a hilariously irreverent world premiere comedy starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Jason Alexander (Seinfeld) in his Chicago s…

Is Jessy Schram Leaving Chicago Med? What Happened to Hannah Asher? - Soaps.com

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Illinoise Takes Flight On Broadway by Jk Clarke

Theater Review by Ron Fassler . . . . In charge of adapting Sufjan Stevens’ 2005 concept album Illinois for the stage, Jackie Sibblies Drury (playwright) and Justin Peck (director and chor…

Jason Alexander Is Returning to Stage Acting, This Time in Chicago by Mary Wisniewski

In Judgement Day at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Alexander plays a corrupt lawyer who may be looking for forgiveness.

English | Director Hamid Dehghani Interview | On Stage May 10 - June 9 | Goodman Theatre by Goodman Theatre

"This play is so personal to me." ENGLISH director Hamid Dehghani explores the impact this Pulitzer Prize-winning play has had on his life and why Chicago audiences will love it too. On stag…