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Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Second City, Goodman Theatre unite again for ‘Twist Your Dickens’ by Miriam Di Nunzio

The Second City’s seasonal satire “Twist Your Dickens,” returns to the stage of the Goodman ... The post Second City, Goodman Theatre unite again for ‘Twist Your Dickens&…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 02:55PM
Tuesday, October 20, 2015

‘Riverdance’ returning to Chicago by Miriam Di Nunzio

After a four-year hiatus from U.S. stages, Riverdance is bringing its North American tour back ... The post ‘Riverdance’ returning to Chicago appeared first on Chicago Entertainm…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 02:11PM
Thursday, October 15, 2015

The Mix — ‘Open House Chicago’ (and more cool things to do in Chicago this weekend) by Miriam Di Nunzio

1. MUSIC MAN Pop star Josh Groban headlines the Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State in ... The post The Mix — ‘Open House Chicago’ (and more cool things to do in Chicago this weeken…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 08:00AM
Tuesday, October 13, 2015

‘Fun Home,’ ‘Bullets Over Broadway’ among Broadway in Chicago 2016 season by Miriam Di Nunzio

Broadway In Chicago today announced the full line-up for its 2016 season. The lineup will ... The post ‘Fun Home,’ ‘Bullets Over Broadway’ among Broadway in Chicago 2…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 02:27PM
Wednesday, October 7, 2015

National Geographic Live speaker series set for Goodman Theatre by Miriam Di Nunzio

National Geographic Live is bringing its highly acclaimed speaker series to the Goodman Theatre for ... The post National Geographic Live speaker series set for Goodman Theatre appeared firs…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 03:00PM
Tuesday, October 6, 2015

GALLERY: River North Dance bids adieu to retiring Frank Chaves in grand style by Miriam Di Nunzio

River North Dance Chicago said farewell to its retiring artistic director Frank Chavez in a ... The post GALLERY: River North Dance bids adieu to retiring Frank Chaves in grand style appeare…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 04:01PM
Monday, October 5, 2015

John Oliver adds fourth Chicago show by Miriam Di Nunzio

Chicago, you can spend part of your New Year’s eve with John Oliver. The comedian has ... The post John Oliver adds fourth Chicago show appeared first on Chicago Entertainment - Chica…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 10:00PM
Saturday, October 3, 2015

‘Q Brothers Christmas Carol’ returns to Chicago Shakespeare by Miriam Di Nunzio

Chicago Shakespeare Theater announced Friday that the “cheeky” holiday show, ‘A Q Brothers’ Christmas Carol” ... The post ‘Q Brothers Christmas Carol̵…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 12:20AM
Thursday, October 1, 2015

The Mix — Ariana Grande (and six other cool things to do this weekend in Chicago) by Miriam Di Nunzio

The weather forecast indicates it’s gonna be a crisp fall weekend in Chicago. Which only ... The post The Mix — Ariana Grande (and six other cool things to do this weekend in Chicago…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 08:00AM
Tuesday, September 29, 2015

‘CSI’ creator Anthony Zuiker to pen Broadway-bound ‘Soul Train’ musical by Miriam Di Nunzio

Anthony E. Zuiker, perhaps best-known as the creator of the “CSI” television series franchise, has ... The post ‘CSI’ creator Anthony Zuiker to pen Broadway-bound ‘Soul…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 06:15PM

James Maslow, Renee Olstead join cast of ‘Sherlock Holmes’ stage production by Miriam Di Nunzio

James Maslow (“Big Time Rush,” “Dancing with the Stars”)  has joined the cast of the ... The post James Maslow, Renee Olstead join cast of ‘Sherlock HolmesR…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 04:39PM
Wednesday, September 16, 2015

‘Disgraced,’ will be the most-produced play in coming season; catch it in Chicago by Miriam Di Nunzio

By Mark Kennedy | Associated Press NEW YORK — Ayad Akhtar’s “Disgraced” will be the ... The post ‘Disgraced,’ will be the most-produced play in coming season; catch …

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 03:11PM
Tuesday, September 15, 2015

John Cleese headed to Athenaeum Theatre by Miriam Di Nunzio

Contrary to Internet reports, Monty Python co-founder John Cleese is alive and to prove it, ... The post John Cleese headed to Athenaeum Theatre appeared first on Chicago Entertainment - Chi…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 12:19PM
Monday, September 14, 2015

Rita Moreno releases new CD, headed to Chicago for Fifth Star Awards by Miriam Di Nunzio

Actress, singer, dancer, author, voice-over artist. The legendary Rita Moreno has conquered nearly every avenue ... The post Rita Moreno releases new CD, headed to Chicago for Fifth Star Awa…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 03:00PM
Thursday, September 10, 2015

Fall Arts Preview 2015: Pop Music by Miriam Di Nunzio

Now that the summer music festival season is winding down, it’s time to head indoors ... The post Fall Arts Preview 2015: Pop Music appeared first on Chicago Entertainment - Chicago Su…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 08:00AM

The Mix — The World Music Festival (and 7 more cool things to do this weekend in Chicago) by Miriam Di Nunzio

There’s a whole lot of fun things to check out this weekend around Chicago. Here ... The post The Mix — The World Music Festival (and 7 more cool things to do this weekend in Chicag…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 08:00AM
Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Superheroes, villains abound in ‘Marvel Universe Live!’ by Miriam Di Nunzio

Talk about a clash of the titans! No, it’s not the gods of Olympus, but ... The post Superheroes, villains abound in ‘Marvel Universe Live!’ appeared first on Chicago Enter…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 07:00PM
Thursday, September 3, 2015

The Mix — The North Coast Music Festival and 7 more cool things to do this weekend in Chicago by Miriam Di Nunzio

It’s Labor Day weekend and many folks are headed out of town. But for those ... The post The Mix — The North Coast Music Festival and 7 more cool things to do this weekend in Chicago…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 08:00AM
Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Rashada Dawan cast as Chaz Ebert in Black Ensemble Theatre musical by Miriam Di Nunzio

Rashada Dawan has been cast as Chaz Ebert alongside the previously announced Kevin Pollack as ... The post Rashada Dawan cast as Chaz Ebert in Black Ensemble Theatre musical appeared first o…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 10:00AM
Monday, August 31, 2015

Update: Second City plans to re-open Sept. 7 by Miriam Di Nunzio

The Second City announced this morning that performance spaces and shows will most likely reopen Sept. ... The post Update: Second City plans to re-open Sept. 7 appeared first on Chicago En…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 11:07AM
Thursday, August 27, 2015

The Mix — The Foo Fighters (and 7 more cool things to do in and around Chicago this weekend) by Miriam Di Nunzio

1. ​ROCKIN’ WRIGLEY The Foo Fighters headline Wrigley Field on Aug. 29. Cheap Trick, Naked ... The post The Mix — The Foo Fighters (and 7 more cool things to do in and around Chicago t…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 08:00AM
Sunday, August 23, 2015

Chicago’s Kevin Pollack to star as Roger Ebert in Black Ensemble Theater musical by Miriam Di Nunzio

Black Ensemble Theater has announced veteran Chicago actor Kevin Pollack will star as Roger Ebert ... The post Chicago’s Kevin Pollack to star as Roger Ebert in Black Ensemble Theater …

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 07:28PM
Thursday, August 20, 2015

The Mix — One Direction (and 5 more cool things to check out this weekend in Chicago) by Miriam Di Nunzio

THE BOYS ARE BACK Those power-popsters One Direction (sans Zayn Malik) bring their world tour ... The post The Mix — One Direction (and 5 more cool things to check out this weekend in Chic…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 08:00AM
Tuesday, August 18, 2015

Ta-Nehisi Coates, Nigella Lawson, Elvis Costello join Chicago Humanities Festival by Miriam Di Nunzio

The Chicago Humanities Festival today announced the full schedule for its 26th annual extravaganza, running Oct. ... The post Ta-Nehisi Coates, Nigella Lawson, Elvis Costello join Chicago H…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 04:00PM
Monday, August 17, 2015

‘The Book of Mormon’ to return to Chicago in 2016 by Miriam Di Nunzio

The nine-time Tony Award-winning musical “The Book of Mormon” will return to Chicago next summer ... The post ‘The Book of Mormon’ to return to Chicago in 2016 appear…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 07:00PM
Thursday, August 13, 2015

The Mix – Chris Brown (and 7 more cool things to check out in Chicago this weekend) by Miriam Di Nunzio

The Chicago Air and Water Show will be filling the skies along the lakefront on Saturday ... The post The Mix – Chris Brown (and 7 more cool things to check out in Chicago this weekend) …

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 08:00AM
Wednesday, August 12, 2015

David Arquette to star in ‘Sherlock Holmes’ in Chicago by Miriam Di Nunzio

Broadway in Chicago today announced actor/producer David Arquette (“Scream,” “Celebrity Name Game”), will star as ... The post David Arquette to star in ‘Sherlo…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 09:00AM
Thursday, August 6, 2015

The Mix— Smashing Pumpkins & Marilyn Manson (and 7 more cool things to check out this weekend in Chicago) by Miriam Di Nunzio

1. POSITIVELY SMASHING The Smashing Pumpkins and Marilyn Manson bring their The End of Times ... The post The Mix— Smashing Pumpkins & Marilyn Manson (and 7 more cool things to check …

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 08:00AM
Wednesday, August 5, 2015

NBC casts role of ‘Dorothy’ in upcoming production of ‘The Wiz’ by Miriam Di Nunzio

After an extensive nationwide open casting call, NBC today announced it has chosen New Jersey ... The post NBC casts role of ‘Dorothy’ in upcoming production of ‘The Wiz…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 11:06AM
Thursday, July 23, 2015

The Mix: Van Halen (and 7 more cool things to do in and around Chicago this weekend) by Miriam Di Nunzio

DANCING WITH THE STARS Brother/sister pro dancers Julianne and Derek Hough bring their “Move Live ... The post The Mix: Van Halen (and 7 more cool things to do in and around Chicago t…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 08:00AM
Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Donny & Marie Osmond postpone Aurora shows by Miriam Di Nunzio

Donny and Marie Osmond today announced the postponement of their Aug. 12-16 engagement at the ... The post Donny & Marie Osmond postpone Aurora shows appeared first on Chicago Entertain…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 12:50PM

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May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards