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Friday, July 31, 2015

Ocala Civic Theatre’s Production of MARY POPPINS Runs Sept. 3- Oct. 4 by Michael J. Roberts

The musical Mary Poppins is live on stage to open the 2015-2016 season at Ocala Civic Theatre from September 3 – October 4, 2015. There’s only one word to describe it: “Supercalifr…

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Gen Y Productions Presents Florida Premiere of HEATHERS: The Musical at the Dr. Phillips Center August 13 – 23 by Michael J. Roberts

Gen Y Productions announces the Florida Premiere of HEATHERS: The Musical, playing at the Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts August 13 – 23.…

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Monday Night Cabaret Series Summer Special Cydney Clark’s Coming of Age Cabaret on August 24 at The Abbey by Michael J. Roberts

Produced by Beth Marshall Presents, Cydney Clark will be performing her Coming of Age Cabaret at The Abbey August 24 at 8 p.m. Clark’s appearance is a special performance of The Abbey’s …

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BAT BOY THE MUSICAL Playing at The Abbey October 15-31 by Michael J. Roberts

Based off a Weekly World News story, the hilariously thrilling BAT BOY THE MUSICAL will be playing at the Abbey October 15 – 31. BAT BOY is a musical comedy/horror show about a half bo…

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SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with JOHN RUBINSTEIN by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Actor/Composer JOHN RUBINSTEIN from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Broadway’s original Pippin, JOHN RUBINSTEIN discusses his incredible career on stage, …

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Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Showbiz Chicago Photo Spotlight: Press Images For The Hypocrites Chicago Premiere of AMERICAN IDIOT by Michael J. Roberts

The Hypocrites are thrilled to launch their 2015-16 season with the Chicago premiere of the smash Broadway musical AMERICAN IDIOT, featuring music by Grammy Award-winning punk rock band G…

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AstonRep Theatre Company Presents Chicago Premiere of THE LYONS August 27 – September 27, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

AstonRep Theatre Company is pleased to kick-off its 2015-16 season with the Chicago premiere of Nicky Silver’s darkly humorous family drama THE LYONS, directed by Company Member Derek…

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AGNÈS VARDA IN RESIDENCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO OCTOBER 8-15 by Michael J. Roberts

Renowned French film director and visual artist Agnès Varda will spend October 8-15, 2015 in residence at the University of Chicago as part of a major weeklong celebration of her work.  Ci…

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terraNOVA Collective and The Playground Theater, in association with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, announce the Wor by Michael J. Roberts

terraNOVA Collective and The Playground Theater, in association with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, are pleased to announce the world premiere of DON CHIP…

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Chicago Shakespeare Theater announces casting and creative team for The Tempest Directed by Aaron Posner and Teller by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) announces the full casting and creative team for Shakespeare’s spectacular tale of revenge and romance—The Tempest, staged by award-winning directors Aa…

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NEA Selects Greg Reiner as New Director of Theater and Musical Theater by Michael J. Roberts

The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) announced today that Greg Reiner will join the NEA as the director of theater and musical theater starting on September 8, 2015. Reiner will manage …

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The Hypocrites Present the Chicago Premiere of AMERICAN IDIOT August 28 – October 25, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

The Hypocrites are thrilled to launch their 2015-16 season with the Chicago premiere of the smash Broadway musical AMERICAN IDIOT, featuring music by Grammy Award-winning punk rock band G…

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Irish Theatre of Chicago Presents the Midwest Premiere of MY BRILLIANT DIVORCE Oct 7 – Nov 1, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

Irish Theatre of Chicago is pleased to launch its 2015-16 Season with the Midwest premiere of Geraldine Aron’s touching and comedic one-woman show MY BRILLIANT DIVORCE, directed by Sii…

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No Stakes Theater Project Presents THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE Aug 14- Sept. 5 @ Theatre Wit by Michael J. Roberts

No Stakes Theater Project, a growing platform that supports the development of Chicago’s emerging theater artists, presents Jim Cartwright’s THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE, from Augus…

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GREEN SHIRT STUDIO ANNOUNCES FREE FRIDAYS PROGRAMMING AND NEW YOGA CLASSES by Michael J. Roberts

Green Shirt Studio, an acting and performance training center located at 4407 N. Clark St., is thrilled to announce two new initiatives designed to open the school up to the public – free …

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Casting Announced for 80s Musical TOTALLY ELECTRIC Playing at The Abbey September 10 – 28 by Michael J. Roberts

Grab your parachute pants, banana clips and homework assignments, and head back to the 1980s with TOTALLY ELECTRIC, a hilarious new show featuring the hits from the 80s, playing at The Abbey…

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Ocala Civic Theatre’s Youth Production of INTO THE WOODS Runs Through Aug. 2, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

The youth production of the musical Into the Woods is live on stage for only four more performances through August 2, 2015. Once upon a time in this magical musical, a baker and his wife wis…

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Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Broadway In Chicago Announces The Return of DIRTY DANCING-THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE, Aug. 18-30 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is pleased to announce that Christopher Tierney and Gillian Abbott will star as Johnny Castle and Frances “Baby” Houseman in the Chicago return of Dirty Dancing – …

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EL TAPEO CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL FIRST YEAR BY OFFERING PRIX FIXE MENU FEATURING THEIR MOST POPULAR DISHES by Michael J. Roberts

After a year of rave reviews, fine dining and the site of some of the hottest events, tapas-style restaurant, El Tapeo, will celebrate its first anniversary by offering guests a savory prix …

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Broadway In Chicago Announces Chicago Premiere of UNSPEAKABLE Inspired By The Life of RICHARD PRYOR, Oct. 6- Nov. 8 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce the Chicago premiere of Unspeakable, a dramatic fantasia inspired by the life of comedic legend Richard Pryor, will play the Broadway Playhouse at…

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Friday, July 10, 2015

DEAD WRITERS THEATRE COLLECTIVE presents Sir David Hare’s THE JUDAS KISS Aug. 6-8 by Michael J. Roberts

Dead Writers Theater Collective presents 4 Benefit performances of The Judas Kiss by David Hare on August 6 through 8 at the Stage 773 Cabaret, 1225 West Belmont Avenue in celebration of the…

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Parker and Booth Are Stellar In KINKY BOOTS Tour by Michael J. Roberts

Reviewed by: James Murray Kinky Boots, the show resulting from the artistic marriage of Tony Award Winning playwright Harvey Fierstein and Grammy and Tony Award Winning rock icon Cyndi Laupe…

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Tuesday, June 23, 2015

THE FLICK Intellegently Spotlights Socio-Economic Conflicts by Michael J. Roberts

RECOMMENDED Few recent plays have generated such critical debate as that of Ann Baker’s 2014 Pulitzer Prize winning, three-hour plus melodrama, The Flick.   The plot, though simplisti…

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Monday, June 22, 2015

Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s FAMILY GALA 2015 Saturday, July 18, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s FAMILY GALA 2015 is an exuberant family-friendly event with proceeds directly supporting the Theater’s Access Shakespeare programs, which strive to mak…

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STEPPENWOLF’S 2014/15 SUBSCRIPTION SEASON CONCLUDES WITH HEIDI SCHRECK’S “GRAND CONCOURSE” JULY 2 – AUGUST 30, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

Steppenwolf Theatre Company completes its 2014/15 Subscription Season with the Chicago premiere production of Grand Concourse, a play full of both humor and heart by Heidi Schreck and direct…

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OCALA CIVIC THEATRE ANNOUNCES 2015 COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS by Michael J. Roberts

Ocala Civic Theatre is pleased to be able to provide several college scholarships each year to students planning to pursue a degree in the performing arts. Many local students get their star…

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Sunday, June 21, 2015

BRICK CITY CENTER FOR THE ARTS HOSTS “KID’S ART CAMP” BY ARTIST HUB OF OCALA July 7-31 by Michael J. Roberts

Brick City Center for the Arts will host “Kid’s Art Camp” by Artist Hub of Ocala.  Please call Sheila Ramos for details and to register at 352-867-9660. Reception and Chil…

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DANCE ALIVE NATIONAL BALLET PRESENTS GOLDEN 50TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON by Michael J. Roberts

50 years of Nutcrackers – 50 years of artistic creations – 50 years of children learning to appreciate dance – 50 years of enriching the community – 50 years of blood, sweat and …

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Thursday, June 18, 2015

Milwaukee Rep Announces DREAMGIRLS Cast by Michael J. Roberts

Milwaukee Repertory Theater announced casting today for Dreamgirls, the Tony Award-winning musical which opens Saturday, September 26 and runs from September 22 – November 1, 2015 in The R…

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LE MÉRIDIEN CHICAGO – OAKBROOK CENTER OFFERS PERFECT AL FRESCO DINING OPTION WITH THE OPENING OF L87 PATIO by Michael J. Roberts

One of Oak Brook’s hottest hotels, Le Méridien Chicago – Oakbrook Center, 2100 Spring Road, has just added yet another exciting dining option for guests and locals alike, with the openi…

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Eurochannel Short Film Tour to Make Stop at the Hippodrome Cinema by Michael J. Roberts

The Hippodrome Cinema and Alliance Francaise de Gainesville are proud to present the Eurochannel Short Film Tour coming to the Cinema on Tuesday, June 23 and Sunday, June 28. The Eurochann…

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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 15, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
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