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Monday, January 26, 2015

Garden Theatre to Launch New PETER PAN Digital Experience by Michael J. Roberts

Last night the City of Winter Garden approved a $100,000 funding request for a project that will revolutionize how digital technology is used in entertainment and provide a sustainable commu…

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Cocoa Village Playhouse’s WEST SIDE STORY Runs Jan. 30 – Feb. 23 by Michael J. Roberts

From the first notes to the final breath, WEST SIDE STORY is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time. Arthur Laurents’ book remains as powerful, poigna…

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CHICAGO’s 8th ANNUAL RESTAURANT WEEK Returns Jan. 30 – Feb. 12 by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Restaurant Week, produced by Choose Chicago, returns on Friday, January 30 marking the 8th annual culinary celebration. The 14-day promotion continues through Thursday, February 12 a…

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Victory Gardens Announces AN ISSUE OF BLOOD Directed by Chay Yew Added To Season: April 3- May 3 by Michael J. Roberts

Artistic Director Chay Yew and Managing Director Chris Mannelli announce a change to the 2014-2015 season: The World Premiere of An Issue of Blood by Marcus Gardley, directed by Chay Yew, wi…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:38AM

Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences Presents THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA February 26- May 3 by Michael J. Roberts

From the Kingdom of Ipslonia comes The Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences’ first show of the season, THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA, previewing February 26, running through May 3, with a press…

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DAME EDNA’S GLORIOUS GOODBYE-THE FAREWELL TOUR Opens Wednesday, Jan. 28 at the Ahmanson by Michael J. Roberts

The Center Theatre Group engagement of “Dame Edna’s Glorious Goodbye — The Farewell Tour” opens on Wednesday, January 28 at the Ahmanson Theatre. The production conti…

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Brown Paper Box Co.’s SPIKED HEELS Runs Through Feb. 8 by Michael J. Roberts

Tickets are now on sale for The Brown Paper Box Co.’s upcoming production, SPIKE HEELS, by Theresa Rebeck. The show will run Thursdays through Saturdays at 8:00 PM and Sundays at 3:30 P…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 09:44AM
Sunday, January 25, 2015

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Recording Artist ALICIA MADISON by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Recording Artist ALICIA MADISON from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. EDM’s vocal powerhouse ALICIA MADISON discusses her incredible success from a shy girl sc…

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SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Recording Artist ALICIA MADISON by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Recording Artist ALICIA MADISON from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. EDM’s vocal powerhouse ALICIA MADISON discusses her incredible success from a shy girl sc…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 04:34PM
Friday, January 23, 2015

Troy Baker dominates nominations at 18th Annual D.I.C.E Awards by Michael J. Roberts

Nominations for the 18th Annual D.I.C.E awards have been revealed, and critically acclaimed actor and musician, Troy Baker, looks to be set for a successful night. In the “Outstanding Cha…

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Troy Baker dominates nominations at 18th Annual D.I.C.E Awards by Michael J. Roberts

Nominations for the 18th Annual D.I.C.E awards have been revealed, and critically acclaimed actor and musician, Troy Baker, looks to be set for a successful night. In the “Outstanding Cha…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:38PM

About Face Theatre Presents the Chicago Premiere of A KID LIKE JAKE By Daniel Pearle February 6 – March 15, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

About Face Theatre is pleased to continue its 2014-15 season with the Chicago premiere of A KID LIKE JAKE, Daniel Pearle’s contemporary dramedy about parenting, gender and fitting in. …

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NEW WINDY CITY PLAYHOUSE OFFICIALLY OPENS MARCH 23, 2015 CHICAGO’S LATEST EQUITY THEATER LAUNCHES WITH COMEDY, “END DAYS” by Michael J. Roberts

Windy City Playhouse, Chicago’s newest Equity theater, located at 3014 W. Irving Park Road, will officially open Monday, March 23, at 7pm.  The inaugural production of the 2015 season is …

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CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY WITH A COUPLES MASSAGE SESSION AT MASSAGE ENVY SPA® by Michael J. Roberts

Celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend at one of Massage Envy Spa’s 40 Chicagoland locations by booking a treatment as a couple. The perfect opportunity to spend relaxing quality time togethe…

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Thursday, January 22, 2015

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! with Michael Roberts/January 22, 2015 Episode Guest PETULA CLARK by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! with Michael Roberts/ Episode Guest PETULA CLARK from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Legendary singer/actress Petula Clark discusses her amazing career, including her roles i…

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SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! with Michael Roberts/January 22, 2015 Episode Guest PETULA CLARK by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! with Michael Roberts/ Episode Guest PETULA CLARK from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Legendary singer/actress Petula Clark discusses her amazing career, including her roles i…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 09:55PM

Artful Events & Gen Y Production of CABARET Runs Jan 29 – Feb. 8 At The Abbey by Michael J. Roberts

Artful Events and Gen Y Productions has announced the full cast of the upcoming production of CABARET at The Abbey. Joining the previously announced Blue Star as Sally Bowles, will be Griffi…

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TRIBUTE TO GLENN MILLER AND THE BAND LEADERS at the McCALLUM THEATRE Monday – February 23 – 8:00pm by Michael J. Roberts

The McCallum Theatre presents its annual Tribute to Glenn Miller and the Band Leaders on Monday, February 23, at 8:00pm. This year’s tribute features special guests Peter Marshall, The Mil…

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Wednesday, January 21, 2015

LET IT BE: ACCLAIMED BEATLES CONCERT DIRECT FROM LONDON’S WEST END & BROADWAY TO LAUNCH U.S. TREK WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18 by Michael J. Roberts

The acclaimed Beatles concert LET IT BE will launch a U.S. trek starting Wednesday, February 18. LET IT BE is the only show with grand rights to The Beatles’ music, and it has played to ra…

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Asolo Repertory Theatre to Host Community Gatherings to Kick Off Annual Faces of Change Production by Michael J. Roberts

WHAT: Asolo Rep’s Education & Outreach staff will host two story circle gatherings in conjunction with the creation of the theatre’s upcoming community-based documentary thea…

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IDLE MUSE THEATRE COMPANY CONTINUES 9TH SEASON WITH THE CHICAGO PREMIERE OF THE TALKING CURE BY CHRISTOPHER HAMPTON by Michael J. Roberts

Idle Muse Theatre Company will continue its ninth season with the Chicago premiere of The Talking Cure, by Christopher Hampton and directed by Idle Muse Artistic Director Evan Jackson. The p…

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REDLETTER:THE NEWS DONE MEDIUM WELL by Michael J. Roberts

Fall down the Wikipedia hole with Redletter. The show opens Monday, February 23 at 7:30 p.m. at The Neo-Futurarium, 5153 N. Ashland. Digital technology allows journalists to capture the defi…

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Honest Theatre Presents: The Confessional by Michael J. Roberts

Honest Theatre opens its second season with the Chicago premiere of Jayson Akridge’s thrilling new work, THE CONFESSIONAL. The intrigue begins when mild-mannered high school teacher Stanl…

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BEAUTIFUL, ONE-WOMAN TOUR-DE-FORCE PERFORMANCE THE AMISH PROJECT BY JESSICA DICKEY MILWAUKEE REPERTORY THEATER STIEMKE STUDIO FEBRUARY 11, 2015 – by Michael J. Roberts

Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents Jessica Dickey’s poetic and touching play, The Amish Project, starring Rep Associate Artist Deborah Staples and directed by Milwaukee-based theater dir…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:42PM

New Resident Home at The Den Theatre! The New Colony Presents the World Premiere Musical PLASTIC REVOLUTION January 16 – February 22, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

It’s an airtight slice of Americana! The New Colony is pleased to launch its 2014-15 mainstage season with the world premiere musical PLASTIC REVOLUTION at its new permanent home – …

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The New Colony Announces Free Winter 2015 Side Stage Line-Up by Michael J. Roberts

The New Colony is pleased to announce its exciting winter line-up of Side Stage programming, a collection of free readings presented on select nights in January and February at its new …

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ONE WEEK ONLY! Step Up Productions Presents HANDICAP THIS! Written & Performed by Mike Berkson and Tim Wambach Directed by Denis Berkson January by Michael J. Roberts

Step Up Productions continues its 2014-15 season with a special one-week engagement of the touching and humorous two-man show HANDICAP THIS! – part comedy, part storytelling and part in…

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UF College of the Arts and UF Opera Theatre Program Presents Semi-Staged Concert Version of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, Jan. 30 by Michael J. Roberts

The University of Florida (UF) College of the Arts and UF Opera Theatre Program under the direction of Anthony Offerle is pleased to present a semi-staged concert version of Andrew Lloyd Web…

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Asolo Repertory Theatre Presents Leading Ladies: A Discussion Series Beginning Saturday, January 24 by Michael J. Roberts

WHAT: As this season at Asolo Rep explores the relationship between power, money, and happiness, gender issues come to the fore in both period and present-day plays. A series of enlightening…

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The McCallum Theatre and Fitz’s Jazz Café at the McCallum present Storm Large on Saturday, February 21, at 8:00pm by Michael J. Roberts

The McCallum Theatre and Fitz’s Jazz Café at the McCallum present Storm Large on Saturday, February 21, at8:00pm. She thrilled McCallum audiences last season as the lead singer with Pink …

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GUYS & DOLLS at the McCallum Theatre for 5 Performances Only Feb. 13-15 by Michael J. Roberts

Presented through the generosity of Robert and Sharlene Britz, the McCallum Theatre presents Guys and Dolls for five performances, Friday, February 13, through Sunday, February 15. Bustling …

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