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Monday, July 8, 2019

Tix On Sale July 15 for Greenhouse Theater’s Midwest Premiere of MIDSUMMER (A PLAY WITH SONGS) by Michael J. Roberts

Greenhouse Theater Center and Proxy Theatre are delighted to announce that the Midwest premiere of the musical comedy MIDSUMMER (A [...] The post Tix On Sale July 15 for Greenhouse Thea…

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Thursday, July 4, 2019

Broadway In Chicago Announces LES MISÉRABLES Digital Lottery by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is delighted to announce there will be a digital lottery for Cameron [...] The post Broadway In Chicago Announces <em>LES MISÉRABLES</em> Digital Lottery app…

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Monday, July 1, 2019

INTERVIEW WITH ‘CATS’ STAR KERI RENÉ FULLER by Michael J. Roberts

KERI RENÉ FULLER discusses recreating the iconic role of Grizabella for new North American Tour [...] The post INTERVIEW WITH ‘CATS’ STAR KERI RENÉ FULLER appeared first on Showbiz Chi…

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Tuesday, June 25, 2019

Interview with LES MISÉRABLES’ CAITLIN FINNIE by Michael J. Roberts

Northwestern alum CAITLIN FINNIE (Cosette understudy) takes us beyond the barricade and into the rehearsal [...] The post Interview with LES MISÉRABLES’ CAITLIN FINNIE appeared first on S…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 09:36PM
Monday, June 10, 2019

Nominations for the 2019 American Theatre Wing’s Tony Awards® by Michael J. Roberts

Nominations for the 2019 American Theatre Wing’s Tony Awards® Presented by The Broadway League and [...] The post Nominations for the 2019 American Theatre Wing’s Tony Awards® appeared…

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Cromer Delivers A Complex and Moving NEXT TO NORMAL by Michael J. Roberts

Few modern day musicals are as complex in their storytelling as Tom Kitt and Brian [...] The post Cromer Delivers A Complex and Moving <em>NEXT TO NORMAL</em> appeared first on S…

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American Theatre Wing’s 73rd Annual Tony Award® Winners by Michael J. Roberts

Host James Corden, center, and casts of Best Musical Nominees at the 73rd annual Tony [...] The post American Theatre Wing’s 73rd Annual Tony Award® Winners appeared first on Showbiz Chic…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:54PM
Thursday, June 6, 2019

Marriott Theatre’s Midwest Premiere of DARLENE GRENADINE Runs June 26- Aug 10 by Michael J. Roberts

With its surprising melding of off-beat, whimsical humor and serious themes of denial and loss, [...] The post Marriott Theatre’s Midwest Premiere of <em>DARLENE GRENADINE</em>…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 08:12PM
Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Broadway In Chicago Announces Tix For COME FROM AWAY On Sale May 31 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is delighted to announce that individual tickets for the national tour of [...] The post Broadway In Chicago Announces Tix For <em>COME FROM AWAY</em> On Sale…

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Tuesday, May 28, 2019

Interview with ‘STACHE Bandmembers RYAN SCHOONOVER & JAY PULLANO by Michael J. Roberts

STACHE band members Ryan Schoonover (lead vocalist) and Jay Pullano (rhythm guitar/vocals) discuss the groups [...] The post Interview with <em>‘STACHE</em> Bandmembers RYAN SC…

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Friday, May 24, 2019

INTERVIEW with Broadway Star MAX VON ESSEN by Michael J. Roberts

Tony Award Nominee MAX VON ESSEN discusses his critically hailed performances as Marvin in the [...] The post INTERVIEW with Broadway Star MAX VON ESSEN appeared first on Showbiz Chicago.

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:24PM
Monday, May 13, 2019

Broadway In Chicago Announces FOUR CHORDS AND A GUN Digital Lottery by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago Broadway is delighted to announce there will be a digital lottery and [...] The post Broadway In Chicago Announces <em>FOUR CHORDS AND A GUN</em> Digital Lott…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:24PM
Saturday, May 11, 2019

INTERVIEW WITH CHOREOGRAPHER MARLIES YEARBY by Michael J. Roberts

Original RENT choreographer Marlies Yearby discusses early versions of the legendary musical, her collaboration with [...] The post INTERVIEW WITH CHOREOGRAPHER MARLIES YEARBY appeared first…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:06PM
Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Download Andrew Lippa’s New Musical THE MAN IN THE CEILING From Ghostlight Records by Michael J. Roberts

Ghostlight Records has announced that the new musical The Man in the Ceiling – with music and lyrics [...] The post Download Andrew Lippa’s New Musical THE MAN IN THE CEILING From Gho…

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24th Annual Merritt Awards To Be Held May 13th @ Columbia College by Michael J. Roberts

The 24th Annual Merritt Awards for Excellence in Design and Collaboration will take place on Monday, May [...] The post 24th Annual Merritt Awards To Be Held May 13th @ Columbia College ap…

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ABOUT FACE YOUTH THEATRE’S WORLD PREMIERE OF 20/20 Runs July 12-28 by Michael J. Roberts

The About Face Youth Theatre Ensemble is pleased to present the world premiere of 20/20, an exhilarating dive into [...] The post ABOUT FACE YOUTH THEATRE’S WORLD PREMIERE OF <em>…

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Cirque du Soleil’s Presents City With Public Art Projections Inspired by VOLTA by Michael J. Roberts

Cirque du Soleil, in celebration of its latest production, VOLTA, which starts performances in Chicago May [...] The post Cirque du Soleil’s Presents City With Public Art Projections Insp…

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Broadway In Chicago Announces Eighth Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards Recipients by Michael J. Roberts

In celebration of outstanding achievement in high school musical theatre performances, Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to [...] The post Broadway In Chicago Announces <em>Eighth Annu…

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Tuesday, May 7, 2019

INTERVIEW WITH 2019 IHSMTA NOMINEES BRIDEY COSTELLO & MITCHELL BARRETT by Michael J. Roberts

2019 Illinois HIgh School Musical Theatre Awards Nominees BRIDEY COSTELLO (Margo in York Community High [...] The post INTERVIEW WITH 2019 IHSMTA NOMINEES BRIDEY COSTELLO & MITCHELL BARR…

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Broadway In Chicago Announces Tix For LES MISÉRABLES On Sale Friday May 10 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is delighted to announce that tickets for Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain [...] The post Broadway In Chicago Announces Tix For <em>LES MISÉRA…

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Saturday, May 4, 2019

GHOSTLIGHT & WARNER BROS. RECORDS TO RECORD BEETLEJUICE ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST by Michael J. Roberts

GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS and WARNER BROS. RECORDS have announced they will record Beetlejuice, the new Broadway musical comedy presented [...] The post GHOSTLIGHT & WARNER BROS. RECORDS TO…

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Friday, May 3, 2019

Will Lidke Announced To Lead Theo-Ubique’s HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH by Michael J. Roberts

Cast, director and designers have been announced for HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, the thoughtfully [...] The post Will Lidke Announced To Lead Theo-Ubique’s <em>HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY IN…

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Ghostlight Records Releases BE MORE CHILL: ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST RECORDING For Digital Download & Streaming by Michael J. Roberts

GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS has announced that Be More Chill: Original Broadway Cast Recording is available for digital download and streaming [...] The post Ghostlight Records Releases <em>…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:18PM

Broadway In Chicago Announces RENT 20th Anniversary Tour Digital Lottery by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is delighted to announce there will be a digital lottery and rush [...] The post Broadway In Chicago Announces <em>RENT 20th Anniversary Tour</em> Digital Lot…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:06PM

RADIO CITY ROCKETTES To Hold Auditions In Chicago May 7 & 8 For CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR by Michael J. Roberts

Radio City Rockettes will be holding auditions in Chicago on May 7-May 8 for the Christmas [...] The post <em>RADIO CITY ROCKETTES</em> To Hold Auditions In Chicago May 7 & …

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Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Interview with Playwright/Lyricist SANDY RUSTIN by Michael J. Roberts

AMERICAN GIRL LIVE lyricist & book writer SANDY RUSTIN discusses the process of bringing these [...] The post Interview with Playwright/Lyricist SANDY RUSTIN appeared first on Showbiz Ch…

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Monday, April 22, 2019

Interview With ROCK OF AGES Star KATIE LAMARK by Michael J. Roberts

KATIE LAMARK discusses the 10th Anniversary Tour of ROCK OF AGES and how she decided to [...] The post Interview With <em>ROCK OF AGES</em> Star <em>KATIE LAMARK</em>…

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Thursday, April 18, 2019

Auditorium Theatre Auxiliary Board 1893 World’s Fair Inspired DEVIL’S BALL June 14 by Michael J. Roberts

Photo by Julia Nash Take a trip back in time with the Auditorium Theatre Auxiliary [...] The post Auditorium Theatre Auxiliary Board 1893 World’s Fair Inspired <em>DEVIL’S BALL<…

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UNIVERSITY MUSICAL SOCIETY Announces 2019/20 Season by Michael J. Roberts

The University Musical Society (UMS) announces its 141st season, which runs from September 2019 through April 2020. One [...] The post <em>UNIVERSITY MUSICAL SOCIETY</em> Anno…

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Monday, April 15, 2019

Chicago Opera Theater’s MOBY DICK Runs April 25 & 28 at Harris Theater by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Opera Theater (COT) caps its 2018/2019 season with the Chicago premiere of “Moby-Dick,” an epic [...] The post Chicago Opera Theater’s <em>MOBY DICK</em> Runs Apri…

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Sunday, April 14, 2019

Broadway In Chicago Announces TAP DOGS Digital Lottery by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is delighted to announce there will be a digital lottery and rush [...] The post Broadway In Chicago Announces <em>TAP DOGS</em> Digital Lottery appeared firs…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:33PM

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic
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