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Thursday, January 28, 2016

The McCallum Theatre Announces Springtime Trip to New York by Michael J. Roberts

The McCallum Theatre, in partnership with Break-Away Tours, is pleased to announce its 2016 Springtime Theatre Tour to New York. The New York trip is 7 days/6 nights departing Palm Springs …

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Wynonna and The Big Noise at the McCallum February 24 by Michael J. Roberts

Through the generosity of Harold Matzner, the McCallum Theater presents Wynonna & The Big Noise on Wednesday, February 24, at 8:00pm. Country music superstar Wynonna’s rich, commandin…

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Judy Collins at the McCallum February 25 by Michael J. Roberts

Through the generosity of Jerry and Sarah Mathews, the McCallum Theater presents Judy Collins on Thursday, February 25, at 8:00pm.Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, pe…

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DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FLORIDA HOSPITAL SCHOOL OF THE ARTS ANNOUNCES SCHEDULE OF 2016 SUMMER CAMPS & WORKSHOPS by Michael J. Roberts

The Dr. Phillips Center Florida Hospital School of the Arts announces the continuation of its award-winning programing and corresponding summer schedule of week-long camps and workshops, tak…

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Dr. Phillips Center Adds Additional Performance of STEVE MARTIN & MARTIN SHORT by Michael J. Roberts

The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts announces an added matinee performance of Steve Martin and Martin Short in An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life, at 3 p.m. in …

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Rockwell Table & Stage presents THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY OF THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Jan. 28 – April 30 by Michael J. Roberts

“Gird Your Loins!” The boss from Hell is back as Rockwell Table & Stage presents THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY OF THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, running January 28 through the end …

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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Broadway In Chicago & Disney Theatrical Productions Announces ALADDIN To Launch North American Tour in Chicago by Michael J. Roberts

Disney Theatrical Productions and Broadway In Chicago proudly announce that Aladdin, the hit Broadway musical, will launch its North American tour in Chicago.  The 12-week engagement begin…

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Broadway In Chicago & The Sponge Bob Musical Announce Casting by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago and The SpongeBob Musical are thrilled to announce casting for the Chicago engagement.  Ethan Slater will make his Chicago debut in the role of the iconic SpongeBob Squa…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:26PM

Broadway In Chicago & Disney Theatrical Productions Announces ALADDIN To Launch National Tour In Chicago by Michael J. Roberts

Disney Theatrical Productions and Broadway In Chicago proudly announce that Aladdin, the hit Broadway musical, will launch its North American tour in Chicago.  The 12-week engagement begin…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:26PM

MCA Presents KERRY JAMES MARSHALL: MASTRY April 23 – September 25, 2016 by Michael J. Roberts

This spring, the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago presents the first retrospective exhibition of acclaimed artist Kerry James Marshall, considered one of America’s greatest living…

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Harris Theatre Presents World Premiere of Kronos Quartet Commission MY LAI Jan. 29 by Michael J. Roberts

For the world premiere of the staged version of My Lai, Harris Theater’s brand new commission for the Kronos Quartet composed by Jonathan Berger, will make its debut on Friday, January…

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Steppenwolf Theatre Announces Opening of New Café & Bar and 80-Seat Black Box Theater in Spring 2016 by Michael J. Roberts

Steppenwolf Theatre Company announced today the opening of a new café & bar and 80-seat theater in the building at 1700 N Halsted St., which is connected to its existing main lobby. Co…

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Quest Theatre’s World Premiere Musical “All the World’s a Stage” to Open February 12 by Michael J. Roberts

All the World’s a Stage is a new musical that tells the beautiful story of life. The actors of this devised production tell personal stories of the many common experiences …

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Court Theatre Extends Satchmo at the Waldorf by Michael J. Roberts

Due to overwhelming demand, Court Theatre, under the leadership of Artistic Director Charles Newell and Executive Director Stephen J. Albert, announces an extension to its critically-acclai…

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Sunday, January 24, 2016

Cross-dressing romantic comedy Rosenkavalier opens at Lyric Opera February 8 by Michael J. Roberts

Lyric Opera of Chicago presents the perfect midwinter getaway: a beautiful production of Richard Strauss’s delectably bittersweet romantic comedy Der Rosenkavalier, which opens on Monday, …

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MTI’s Broadway Junior’s 20th Anniversary Celebration Kicks-off at the Junior Theater Festival! by Michael J. Roberts

This past weekend over 5,800 students and teachers from 115 musical theatre groups representing 28 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, New Zealand, South Korea and Australia came together…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:54PM

MCA Presents KERRY JAMES MARSHALL Retrospect by Michael J. Roberts

This spring, the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago presents the first retrospective exhibition of acclaimed artist Kerry James Marshall, considered one of America’s greatest living pa…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:54PM

Films Selected for PFP’s LezPlay Film Festival by Michael J. Roberts

Pride Films and Plays announces eight short films from four different countries receiving their Chicago premieres during LezPlay Film Festival at the Public House Theatre (3914 N Clark) on F…

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Ocala Civic Theatre’s A THOUSAND CRANES In School Touring Show Reaches 7,800 To Date by Michael J. Roberts

Ocala Civic Theatre’s in-school touring show A Thousand Cranes brought its powerful message of peace to more than 7,800 last fall – and continues to share its legacy this year on an in…

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Insomniac Theatre To Hold Auditions For JAWS SHADOWCAST Jan. 25 & 26 at Reilly Arts Center by Michael J. Roberts

  Insomniac Theatre is looking for up to twelve cast members for this World Premiere shadowcast performance of the horror/suspense classic, JAWS. Auditions will consist of theater game…

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Friday, January 22, 2016

Hubbard Street Youth Dance Program announces Youth Summer Camps for 2016 by Michael J. Roberts

Hubbard Street Artistic Director Glenn Edgerton and Kathryn Humphreys, Director of the organization’s Youth, Education and Community Programs, are delighted to offer a wide range of divers…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:10PM

Shakespeare 400 Chicago Line-up Announced for 2016 by Michael J. Roberts

Shakespeare 400 Chicago  announces today the festival line-up for 2016, featuring 850 events on stages and in museums, restaurants, parks, schools and neighborhoods across Chicago. Today…

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Comedian JIM BREUER Comes To The REILLY ARTS CENTER March 8th by Michael J. Roberts

The Reilly Arts Center, Ocala’s premier venue for live entertainment, presents comedian Jim Breuer for one performance only on Tuesday March 8, 2016 at 7:30pm. Tickets are $15-$30 and avai…

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Thursday, January 21, 2016

Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher’s ROMEO AND JULIET opens at Lyric Opera February 22 by Michael J. Roberts

Lyric Opera of Chicago continues its 61st season with Romeo and Juliet in a new-to-Chicago production created by Tony Award-winning director Bartlett Sher, Mon. Feb. 22 through Sat. Mar. 19 …

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Bette Midler To Bring HELLO! DOLLY Back To Broadway by Michael J. Roberts

Producer Scott Rudin announces that Bette Midler will  return to Broadway in one of the most cherished shows in musical theater history when she takes on the role of Dolly Gallagher Levi i…

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Tuesday, January 19, 2016

The Hipp’s COLLECTED STORIES Expertly Explores The Complexity Of An Artist by Michael J. Roberts

Highly Recommended Reviewed by Michael J. Roberts Watching director Lauren Warhol Caldwell’s exquisite production of Donald Margulies’ two person drama Collected Stories currentl…

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Thursday, January 14, 2016

BLACKLISTED: A CONCERT OF SONGS MADE FAMOUS BY BLACKLISTED ARTISTS Plays Jan. 31 at Illinois Holocaust Museum by Michael J. Roberts

Some of Chicago’s best cabaret entertainers will be singing the songs McCarthy didn’t want you to hear as they present Blacklisted—A Concert of Songs Made Famous by Blacklisted Artists…

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Sunday, January 3, 2016

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Thursday, December 31, 2015

Marriott Theatre’s SPRING AWAKENING Runs Jan 14th-31st by Michael J. Roberts

For three weeks only, The Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire, Chicagoland’s longest-running professional musical theater, will present the ground-breaking musical SPRING AWA…

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Showbiz Nation LIVE! Interview with The Big Short’s BYRON MANN by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATON LIVE! Interview with Actor BYRON MANN from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Michael J. Roberts and Barbara Fitos interview actor Byron Mann who discusses his new film THE BIG SHORT wh…

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Showbiz Nation LIVE! Interview with The Big Short’s BYRON MANN by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATON LIVE! Interview with Actor BYRON MANN from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Actor Byron Mann discusses his new film THE BIG SHORT which also stars Brad Pitt, Christian Bale and Steve …

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