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Tuesday, January 7, 2020

Interview with Broadway Star CAPATHIA JENKINS by Michael J. Roberts

Showbiz Chicago Interview with Broadway Star CAPATHIA JENKINS CAPATHIA JENKINS on her upcoming concert ARETHA: A TRIBUTE TO THE QUEEN OF SOUL with [...] Interview with Broadway Star CAPATHI…

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Friday, January 3, 2020

Capathia Jenkins & Ryan Shaw Headline Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s ARETHA: A TRIBUTE TO THE QUEEN OF SOUL by Michael J. Roberts

Showbiz Chicago Capathia Jenkins & Ryan Shaw Headline Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s ARETHA: A TRIBUTE TO THE QUEEN OF SOUL The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra begins 2020 with two p…

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Wednesday, January 1, 2020

Broadway In Chicago Announces Additional POTTED POTTER Performances by Michael J. Roberts

Showbiz Chicago Broadway In Chicago Announces Additional POTTED POTTER Performances Broadway In Chicago, Starvox Entertainment and Potted Productions are delighted to present the return of …

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 08:48PM
Tuesday, December 31, 2019

Interview with Pulitzer Prize Winning Playwright TONY KUSHNER by Michael J. Roberts

Showbiz Chicago Interview with Pulitzer Prize Winning Playwright TONY KUSHNER Known for his groundbreaking works including the Pulitzer Prize-winning Angels in America and the Olivier-award…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:24PM
Saturday, December 21, 2019

Interview with MEAN GIRLS Star DANIELLE WADE by Michael J. Roberts

Actress DANIELLE WADE on playing the infamous Cady Heron in the National Tour of Mean [...] The post Interview with MEAN GIRLS Star DANIELLE WADE appeared first on Showbiz Chicago.

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Friday, December 20, 2019

Ghostlight Records Releases LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS-The New Off-Broadway Cast Album Dec. 20 by Michael J. Roberts

GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS will release Little Shop of Horrors – the New Off-Broadway Cast Album on Friday, December 20 in all digital [...] The post Ghostlight Records Releases <em>LI…

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Thursday, December 19, 2019

Rivendell Theatre Ensemble Presents World Premiere of THE TASTERS by Michael J. Roberts

Rivendell Theatre Ensemble (RTE), Chicago’s only Equity theatre dedicated to producing new work with women at [...] The post Rivendell Theatre Ensemble Presents World Premiere of THE TAST…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 02:18AM
Friday, December 13, 2019

Interview with The Phantom of The Opera’s SUSAN MONIZ by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago favorite SUSAN MONIZ on playing the iconic role of Madame Giry in the National [...] The post Interview with The Phantom of The Opera’s SUSAN MONIZ appeared first on Showbiz Chicag…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:54PM

Tix On Sale For World Premiere of HIT HER WITH THE SKATES starring American Idol’s Diana DeGarmo & Ace Young by Michael J. Roberts

HIT HER WITH THE SKATES, a new musical about life, love and the roller rink [...] The post Tix On Sale For World Premiere of HIT HER WITH THE SKATES starring American Idol’s Diana DeGarmo …

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:54PM

Interview with Circus/Physical Performer JEAN CLAUDIO by Michael J. Roberts

Circus/Physical Performer JEAN CLAUDIO on bringing Don Freeman’s classic teddy bear Corduroy from page to [...] The post Interview with Circus/Physical Performer JEAN CLAUDIO appeared firs…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:54PM
Thursday, November 28, 2019

Interview with Stage & Screen Icon CONRAD JOHN SCHUCK by Michael J. Roberts

CONRAD JOHN SCHUCK discusses his extraordinary career in film, stage and television including M*A*S*H, McMillan [...] The post Interview with Stage & Screen Icon CONRAD JOHN SCHUCK appea…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:24PM
Monday, November 25, 2019

Interview with POTTED POTTER star JAMES PERCY by Michael J. Roberts

Actor/Comedian JAMES PERCY on playing the iconic Harry Potter for over five years and the [...] The post Interview with POTTED POTTER star JAMES PERCY appeared first on Showbiz Chicago.

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 09:54AM
Friday, November 1, 2019

Interview with Producer/Author DENISE McGOWAN TRACY by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago icon DENISE McGOWAN TRACY talks about adapting her best selling holiday book Eleanor’s Very [...] The post Interview with Producer/Author DENISE McGOWAN TRACY appeared first on Sho…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:06PM
Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Interview with CORDUROY Director JAMAL HOWARD by Michael J. Roberts

Emerald City Theatre Artistic Associate/Director JAMAL HOWARD discuss bringing the classic character CORDUROY from book [...] The post Interview with CORDUROY Director JAMAL HOWARD appeared …

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:24AM
Thursday, October 17, 2019

Navy Pier To Host “ExPIERience 2019” Fundraiser To Support Arts & Cultural Programming by Michael J. Roberts

Navy Pier, Chicago’s nonprofit cultural destination, will host its second fundraising event, “ExPIERience 2019,” on [...] The post Navy Pier To Host “ExPIERience 2019” Fundraiser T…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:48AM
Monday, October 7, 2019

Interview with Actor/Playwright DAVID PAYNE by Michael J. Roberts

AN EVENING WITH C.S. LEWIS Playwright/Actor DAVID PAYNE discusses his remarkable journey from structural engineer [...] The post Interview with Actor/Playwright DAVID PAYNE appeared first on…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:24PM
Sunday, October 6, 2019

Interview with MST3KT Puppeteer NATE BEGLE by Michael J. Roberts

Puppeteer/Voice Actor extraordinaire NATE BEGLE discusses how he landed his dream role performing the iconic [...] The post Interview with MST3KT Puppeteer NATE BEGLE appeared first on Showb…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:42AM
Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Interview: THOMAS SCHUMACHER – President & Producer of Disney Theatrical Productions by Michael J. Roberts

Thomas Schumacher, President and Producer of Disney Theatrical Productions returns to Showbiz Chicago to discuss [...] The post Interview: THOMAS SCHUMACHER – President & Producer of D…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:33AM
Monday, September 2, 2019

Interview with OSLO’s STEF TOVAR by Michael J. Roberts

Showbiz Chicago favorite STEF TOVAR returns to discuss his upcoming role as Yossi Beilin in [...] The post Interview with OSLO’s STEF TOVAR appeared first on Showbiz Chicago.

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Friday, August 9, 2019

Victory Gardens Theater Announces Casting On Upcoming Productions by Michael J. Roberts

Victory Gardens Theater under the direction of Artistic Director Chay Yew and Executive Director Erica Daniels, [...] The post Victory Gardens Theater Announces Casting On Upcoming Producti…

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Rivendell Theatre Ensemble Stages World Premiere of LAURA AND THE SEA by Michael J. Roberts

Rivendell Theatre Ensemble (RTE), Chicago’s only Equity theatre dedicated to producing new work with women at [...] The post Rivendell Theatre Ensemble Stages World Premiere of LAURA AND …

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Thursday, August 8, 2019

Rick Cleveland’s FIVE PRESIDENTS To Open American Blues Theater 19/20 Season by Michael J. Roberts

American Blues Theater opens its 2019-2020 Season by welcoming home Ensemble member Rick Cleveland with the [...] The post Rick Cleveland’s FIVE PRESIDENTS To Open American Blues Theater …

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Tuesday, August 6, 2019

Broadway In Chicago Announces The Return of Hit New Musical SIX by Michael J. Roberts

Producers Kenny Wax, Wendy & Andy Barnes, George Stiles and Kevin McCollum announced today that the electrifying new musical [...] The post Broadway In Chicago Announces The Return o…

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Wednesday, July 31, 2019

HAROLD PRINCE, THE MAN WHO SHAPED BROADWAY, HAS DIED AT 91 by Michael J. Roberts

From the Associated Press:  Harold Prince, a Broadway director and producer who pushed the boundaries [...] The post HAROLD PRINCE, THE MAN WHO SHAPED BROADWAY, HAS DIED AT 91 appeared firs…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:54PM
Tuesday, July 30, 2019

Interview with Come From Away star BECKY GULSVIG by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway belter BECKY GULSVIG returns to Showbiz Chicago to discuss playing Beverley Bass, American Airlines [...] The post Interview with <em>Come From Away</em> star BECKY GULS…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:12PM
Sunday, July 21, 2019

Ghostlight Records Releases BE MORE CHILL: Original Broadway Cast Recording 2 Disc CD by Michael J. Roberts

GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS has announced that Be More Chill: Original Broadway Cast Recording two-disc CD set is now available [...] The post Ghostlight Records Releases <em>BE MORE CHILL: …

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:24AM
Friday, July 19, 2019

MICHAEL UNGER NAMED NEW ARTISTIC DIRECTOR AT SKYLIGHT MUSIC THEATRE by Michael J. Roberts

Photo Credit: T. Charles Erickson Skylight Music Theatre today announced that Michael Unger will become [...] The post <em>MICHAEL UNGER</em> NAMED NEW ARTISTIC DIRECTOR AT SKYLI…

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Monday, July 15, 2019

First Folio’s Shakespeare-under-the-Stars Presents HENRY V Through Aug 18 by Michael J. Roberts

Ending its 23rd season outdoors, First Folio Theatre (Mayslake Peabody Estate, 31st St. & Rt. 83.) presents HENRY V for its classic [...] The post First Folio’s Shakespeare-unde…

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Tuesday, July 9, 2019

Complete Casting Announced For Chicago Premiere of Tony Award® Best Play Winner OSLO by Michael J. Roberts

TimeLine Theatre Company and Broadway In Chicago are pleased to announce complete casting for Tony [...] The post Complete Casting Announced For Chicago Premiere of Tony Award® Best Play W…

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Broadway In Chicago Announces Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live: The Great Cheesy Movie Circus Tour Exclusive Engagement by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago and Alternaversal LLC are pleased to announce Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live: [...] The post Broadway In Chicago Announces <em>Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live:…

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Monday, July 8, 2019

Tix On Sale July 15 for Greenhouse Theater’s Midwest Premiere of MIDSUMMER (A PLAY WITH SONGS) by Michael J. Roberts

Greenhouse Theater Center and Proxy Theatre are delighted to announce that the Midwest premiere of the musical comedy MIDSUMMER (A [...] The post Tix On Sale July 15 for Greenhouse Thea…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:42AM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
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