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Thursday, September 21, 2017

Broken Nose Theatre Announces New Company Members & Artistic Associates by Michael J. Roberts

As it embarks on its sixth season, Broken Nose Theatre is pleased to announce a major expansion [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:36PM

Smith & Wollensky Restaurant Group Celebrates 40th Anniversary in October by Michael J. Roberts

The Smith & Wollensky Restaurant Group, Inc (SWRG), a collection of iconic American steakhouses headquartered in Boston, MA, is [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:36PM

Photo Spotlight: Milwaukee Reps “GUYS AND DOLLS” Runs Through Oct. 29 by Michael J. Roberts

Named the “Greatest musical of all time” by Entertainment Weekly, Guys and Dolls is led by Emma Rose Brooks (Antonia [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:36PM
Monday, September 18, 2017

STOMP Returns To The Paramount Theatre For One Show Only Nov. 1 by Michael J. Roberts

STOMP, the international percussion sensation, will return to Aurora’s Paramount Theatre for one show only, Wednesday, [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:33PM

RAISED, AN URBAN ROOFTOP BAR LAUNCHES NEW DINNER SERIES by Michael J. Roberts

Wrapping up another successful summer along the banks of the Chicago River, Raised, An Urban Rooftop [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:33PM

Broadway In Chicago’s Announces The PrivateBank Theatre To Be Renamed by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago announced today that The PrivateBank Theatre at 18 W. Monroe will have [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:24AM

The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Inaugural Performance of James Thierrée’s “THE TOAD KNEW” Sept. 19 by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) opens its new, innovative third theater on Navy Pier, The Yard at Chicago [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:24AM

Magician Stephen Hanthorn’s “THE BEST MAGIC SHOW” at the iO Theatre by Michael J. Roberts

Magician Stephen Hanthorn presents an evening of intimate, interactive and mind-blowing magic at the World [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:24AM
Sunday, September 17, 2017

Pre-Orders Begin for “HAMILTON” Star MANDY GONZALEZ DEBUT RECORDING “FEARLESS” by Michael J. Roberts

Fearless – the remarkable debut solo recording bridging pop and R&B from Broadway and TV [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:36PM
Saturday, September 16, 2017

AstonRep Theatre’s 1984 plays through Oct. 7 at The Raven Theatre by Michael J. Roberts

AstonRep Theatre Company is pleased to launch its 2017-18 season with 1984, a chilling view of a [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 09:42PM

PARAMOUNT THEATRE 2017-18 BROADWAY OPENER MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Plays Through Oct 29 by Michael J. Roberts

Paramount Theatre is excited to tune up for its rollicking 2017-18 Broadway Series opener Million [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 09:42PM

Underscore Theatre’s World Premiere of CARRIE 2: THE RAGE (An Unauthorized Musical Parody) – Oct 13 – Nov 19, 2017 at The Arkham by Michael J. Roberts

Just in time for Halloween, Underscore Theatre Company is pleased to launch its 2017-18 Season with the [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 09:42PM
Friday, September 8, 2017

TIMELINE THEATRE COMPANY ANNOUNCES CAST AND PRODUCTION DETAILS FOR SARAH RUHL’S “IN THE NEXT ROOM, OR THE VIBRATOR PLAY” OCT 20 – DEC 16, 2017 by Michael J. Roberts

TimeLine Theatre Company announces casting and details for the second production of its 2017-2018 season—the [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:36PM

Showbiz Nation LIVE! Interview with Creative Jazz Legend KAHIL EL’ZABAR by Michael J. Roberts

Dr. El’Zabar discusses his upcoming compositions for HERE HEAR CHICAGO, a new site-specific project series [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:36PM

Greenhouse Theater Center To Host THE KEY: YOUNG CRITICS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM by Michael J. Roberts

Greenhouse Theater Center’s Artistic Director Jacob Harvey is pleased to announce The Key: Young Critics Mentorship Program, a training [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:36PM

CITY WINERY CHICAGO RETURNS POPULAR RIVER DOMES TO CHICAGO RIVERWALK THIS FALL FROM SEPTEMBER 18 – NOVEMBER 27 ON MARINA PLAZA by Michael J. Roberts

The West Loop’s City Winery Chicago announces the extension of its Chicago Riverwalk presence this fall featuring the popular [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:36PM

Raven Theatre Presents the Chicago Premiere of CHOIR BOY Sept 27 – Nov 12, 2017 by Michael J. Roberts

Raven Theatre is pleased to launch its 35th anniversary season with the Chicago premiere of CHOIR BOY, by [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:33PM
Thursday, September 7, 2017

NORTHWESTERN SETTLEMENT’S ADVENTURE STAGE CHICAGO OPENS SEASON WITH “AKEELAH AND THE BEE” by Michael J. Roberts

Adventure Stage Chicago (ASC), a program of Northwestern Settlement (the Settlement), proudly opens their 14th [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:06PM

Broadway In Chicago Announces National Tour of 2017 Best Musical Tony Winner ‘DEAR EVAN HANSEN’ by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago and Producer Stacey Mindich are pleased to announce that the first national [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:06PM

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! EPISODE GUEST- 90210: The Musical’s SETH BLUM by Michael J. Roberts

90210: THE MUSICAL cast member SETH BLUM discusses his roles in this new musical parody [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:06PM

About Face & Theater Wit Announce Casting for Midwest Premiere of SIGNIFICANT OTHER Nov 2 – Dec 10 @ Theater Wit by Michael J. Roberts

About Face Theatre and Theater Wit are pleased to announce full casting for the Midwest premiere of the [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:12AM
Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Porchlight Announces Casting for Brenda Didier Helmed BILLY ELLIOT by Michael J. Roberts

Porchlight Music Theatre and Artistic Director Michael Weber are proud to announce the first mainstage production it its [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:04PM

Q Brothers Christmas Carol Returns to Chicago Shakespeare Theater Nov. 21- Dec. 31 by Michael J. Roberts

Back by popular demand, Chicago Shakespeare Theater(CST) announces the highly anticipated return of the cheeky holiday [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:04PM

ACTIVATE returns with Hideaway: Retreat from the Street on Thursday, September 28 by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) presents the latest ACTIVATE event, Hideaway: Retreat from the Street on Thursday, September 28 from 5-10 p.m. at Arcade Place [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:04PM

Chicago Children’s Theatre’s ‘A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD’ RUNS SEPT. 19 – OCT 29 by Michael J. Roberts

 “Everything is happening at The Station” is the happy slogan for Chicago Children’s Theatre’s first [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:04PM

BROADWAY IN CHICAGO ANNOUNCES SCHOOL APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 FOR THE ILLINOIS HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL THEATRE AWARDS by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is delighted to invite high schools across the State of Illinois to participate [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:04PM

Underscore Theatre Co. Announces 2017-18 Season by Michael J. Roberts

Underscore Theatre Company is pleased to announce its full 2017-18 Season, kicking off this fall with CARRIE 2: [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:04PM
Tuesday, September 5, 2017

GENEVA’S ALL CHOCOLATE KITCHEN STORE HOSTS THIRD ANNUAL OOH LA LA 5K TO SUPPORT ST. JUDE’S SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5 by Michael J. Roberts

Internationally acclaimed pastry chef Alain Roby of Geneva’s All Chocolate Kitchen is raising awareness for [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42PM

Kokandy Productions Chicago Premiere of BONNIE & CLYDE Continues To Oct. 15 by Michael J. Roberts

Kokandy Productions is pleased to continue its 5th anniversary season with the Chicago premiere of BONNIE & CLYDE, the [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:33PM

Ocala Civic Theatre Presents “The Velveteen Rabbit” October 6-15 by Michael J. Roberts

The student production of The Velveteen Rabbit is live on stage October 6-15 at Ocala Civic Theatre. [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:33PM

The Hippodrome Theatre presents: A Fundraiser in 3 Acts! on Sept. 11 by Michael J. Roberts

Local talents will come together to bring live music to the Hippodrome Theatre on Sept. [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:33PM

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