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Wednesday, April 1, 2015

DEAD WRITERS THEATRE COLLECTIVE PRESSENTS OSCAR WILDE’S “LADY WINDERMERE’S FAN” AT STAGE 773 APRIL 17-JUNE 7 by Michael J. Roberts

Dead Writers Theatre Collective opens their season with Oscar Wilde’s four-act comedy of morals “Lady Windermere’s Fan,” directed by Dead Writers Artistic Director Jim Schneider at S…

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GrowingBolder Features Orlando Ballet’s ROBERT HILL by Michael J. Roberts

GrowingBolder.com has done a great feature on our friend Robert Hill, Artistic Director of Orlando Ballet.  For more information on upcoming performances, visit OrlandoBallet.orgRead more &…

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Tuesday, March 31, 2015

Route 66 Theatre Company Announces Complete 2015-2016 Season by Michael J. Roberts

Route 66 Theatre Company announces an exciting 2015-2016 Season. In their seventh year as a company and third year as a resident company at Greenhouse Theater Center, Route 66 Theatre Compan…

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Theatre at the Center Presents Andrew Lippa’s BIG FISH, May 7- June 7 by Michael J. Roberts

The deeply moving, enchanting new Broadway musical for all ages BIG FISH continues Theatre at the Center’s exceptional 25th anniversary 2015 season. With a book by John August and music an…

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GENE SISKEL FILM CENTER TO HONOR ACADEMY AWARD® NOMINEE MARK RUFFALO WITH THE 2015 RENAISSANCE AWARD SATURDAY, JUNE 6 AT THE RITZ-CARLTON CHICAGO by Michael J. Roberts

The Gene Siskel Film Center (GSFC) of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) will once again salute a leader in cinematic artistry when it honors two-time Academy Award® nominee …

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CHICAGO DATING EXPERT, STEF SAFRAN, WILL HOST “LOVE IQ: MODERN-DAY MATCHMAKING” Q & A AT FIRST DATE AT THE ROYAL GEORGE CABARET ON THURSDAY, A by Michael J. Roberts

Matchmaking  and dating expert Stef Safran will host a “Love IQ: Modern-Day Matchmaking” Q&A following the performance of the smash hit musical FIRST DATE at the Royal George Cabare…

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Piven Theatre Workshop presents the Midwest Premiere of “Melancholy Play: a chamber musical” by Sarah Ruhl, April 30-June 7, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

Piven Theatre Workshop proudly announces the Midwest Premiere of Melancholy Play: a chamber musical by Tony™-nominated playwright Sarah Ruhl, with new music by New York composer Todd Almon…

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Meet McCallum Theatre’s 2015 Open Call Finalists! by Michael J. Roberts

The McCallum Theatre Institute (MTI) – the education division of the McCallum Theatre – presents the Open Call Talent Competition 2015, the ultimate variety show.  The Valley’s best v…

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Monday, March 30, 2015

Broadway In Chicago & Emerald City Theatre Present FANCY NANCY THE MUSICAL, July 11- Aug 23 at Broadway Playhouse by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago and Emerald City Theatre are thrilled to announce FANCY NANCY THE MUSICAL, based on the bestselling book series by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasse…

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BILLY ELLIOT IGNITES THE STAGE AT DRURY LANE THEATRE APRIL 10 by Michael J. Roberts

The International smash-hit musical BILLY ELLIOTmakes its regional premiere at Drury Lane Theatre on April 10 – June 7, 2015. Opening night is scheduled for April 16, 2015 at 8 p.m.  Hera…

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New Acts Added to The Abbey’s Monday Night Cabaret Series by Michael J. Roberts

The Abbey announces the final four acts of the season for their popular Monday Night Cabaret Series. The all-new cabarets will join the previously announced Alice Rix, whose cabaret To Life …

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THE AUDITORIUM THEATRE Presents “AN EVENING WITH THE ROOSEVELTS” AND GRAMMY® AND ACADEMY AWARD®-WINNING MUSICIAN A.R. RAHMAN by Michael J. Roberts

Continuing its 125th Anniversary celebration, the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University adds two, one-night-only performances to its momentous season. On Friday, April 10, 2015, “An E…

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Saturday, March 28, 2015

The Hippodrome presents the World Premiere of THE TWO MUSKETEERS April 10-May 3, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

Feats of bravery! Acts courage! Derring-do to spare! Danger, romance and comic surprises reign in the world of d’Artagnan and the fearless sword-fighting Musketeers. Audiences of all a…

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POKÉMON: SYMPHONIC EVOLUTIONS TOUR ANNOUNCES 30 NEW LOCATIONS AND DATES MARKING THE BEGINNING OF A WORLD TOUR by Michael J. Roberts

The Pokémon Company International and Princeton Entertainment announced today 30 new locations and dates for the official Pokémon live orchestral concert, Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions. �…

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Sunday, March 22, 2015

Hell in a Handbag Productions Announces 2015-16 Season by Michael J. Roberts

Celebrating its 13th year, Hell in a Handbag Productions is pleased to announce its 2015-16 season, kicking off this summer with the Midwest premiere of MIRACLE!, the wickedly funny par…

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CIRQUE DU SOLEIL RETURNS TO CHICAGO THIS SUMMER WITH KURIOS – CABINET OF CURIOSITIES! by Michael J. Roberts

Cirque du Soleil returns to Chicago after four years with its newest touring show, KURIOS – Cabinet of Curiosities™, premiering under the iconic blue-and-yellow Big Top beginning August…

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Wednesday, March 18, 2015

AMERICA’S BALLROOM CHALLENGE RETURNS TO PBS WITH THREE HOURS OF SIZZLING COMPETITION by Michael J. Roberts

Ballroom is back! AMERICA’S BALLROOM CHALLENGE returns on Friday, April 24, 2015 at 9:00 pm ET on PBS. Hosted by former U.S dance champions Mary Murphy and Tony Meredith, the series feature…

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Griffin Theatre Company Presents Lanford Wilson’s BALM IN GILEAD plays through April 19, by Michael J. Roberts

Griffin Theatre Company is pleased to continue its 2014-15 season with Lanford Wilson’s acclaimed drama BALM IN GILEAD directed by ensemble member Jonathan Berry* and featuring an e…

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Ocala Civic Theatre To Hold Open Auditions for MY FAIR LADY On March 23-24 by Michael J. Roberts

Open auditions for the classic musical My Fair Lady will be held Monday, March 23 and Tuesday, March 24 at 7:00 p.m. at Ocala Civic Theatre., Cockney flower girl Eliza Doolittle is selling v…

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Ocala Civic Theatre Presents A TRIBUTE TO THE USO April 25-26 by Michael J. Roberts

A Tribute to the USO, a variety concert to benefit Ocala Civic Theatre, will be live on stage April 25-26, 2015 at Ocala Civic Theatre.  Hosted by emcee John LaPaille, the concert will feat…

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DR. PHILLIPS CENTER LAUNCHES NAME A SEAT CAMPAIGN by Michael J. Roberts

The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts announces its Name a Seat campaign, inviting supporters of the arts to literally be a part of the arts center.  “There are 2,700 reasons to…

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Theo’s Ubique’s sellout hit Jesus Christ Superstar extended to May 17 by Michael J. Roberts

Theo Ubique’s production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber – Tim Rice musical Jesus Christ Superstar, which sold out its entire originally planned run of March 6 –  April 12 in less…

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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

AUDTORIUM THEATRE WELCOMES RIVER NORTH DANCE CHICAGO, PRESENTING TWO WORLD PREMIERE PERFORMANCES AS PART OF THE THEATRE’S “MADE IN CHICAGO” DA by Michael J. Roberts

The Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University’s “Made in Chicago” Series continues with River North Dance Chicago (RNDC), Saturday, March 28 at 7:30 p.m., presenting two world premier…

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Adam Pasen’s BADFIC LOVE Premieres at The Den Theatre April 3- May 2 by Michael J. Roberts

Strange Bedfellows Theatre, known for its integrated, experiential approach to producing theatre, proudly announces the Professional World Premiere of Badfic Love by Adam Pasen and directed …

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FAIRWINDS BROADWAY IN ORLANDO ANNOUNCES 2015/2016 SEASON AT THE DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS SEASON SUBSCRIPTIONS ON SALE NOW by Michael J. Roberts

The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, together with Florida Theatrical Association and Broadway Across America®, has unveiled the lineup of shows for the 2015/2016 FAIRWINDS Broa…

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Monday, March 16, 2015

“Rumors” Abound at Brightside Theatre in Naperville by Michael J. Roberts

Now celebrating their fourth season Naperville’s only professional theatre company, Brightside Theatre, is presenting a rarely done Neil Simon Farce; his first to be exact. Rumors premiere…

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SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with LAURENCE LUCKINBILL by Michael J. Roberts

  Theatre and film icon Laurence Luckinbill discusses his one man show, TEDDY TONIGHT! which delves into the complicated and storied life of President Theodore Roosevelt.  Mr. Luckingb…

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SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with LAURENCE LUCKINBILL by Michael J. Roberts

  Theatre and film icon Laurence Luckinbill discusses his one man show, TEDDY TONIGHT! which delves into the complicated and storied life of President Theodore Roosevelt.  Mr. Luckingb…

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Friday, March 6, 2015

2015 VAIL INTERNATIONAL DANCE FESTIVAL SEASON ANNOUNCED: JULY 27-AUGUST 10 by Michael J. Roberts

The Vail International Dance Festival announces its 2015 schedule to be held July 27 through August 10, marking its 27th season with world premieres, exceptional debuts, and captivating coll…

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“FOR THE RECORD presents DEAR JOHN HUGHES” ANNOUNCES WINNING NAME OF SIGNATURE COCKTAIL by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce the FOR THE RECORD: DEAR JOHN HUGHES Signature Cocktail winning name “Fat Hughesday,” submitted by contestant David Lello for Broadway In Chic…

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CHICAGO DATING EXPERT, MELINDA MCINTIRE, WILL HOST “LOVE IQ: ONLINE DATING 101” Q & A AT FIRST DATE AT THE ROYAL GEORGE CABARET ON THURSDAY, M by Michael J. Roberts

Being single and navigating the dating scene can be tricky, especially in a city where online dating is becoming the norm. Chicago dating expert Melinda McIntire will host a “Love IQ: Onli…

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