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Tuesday, September 5, 2017

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

Brown Paper Box Co. Announces “Last Midnight” An Adult Homecoming Dance by Michael J. Roberts

Following their Jeff-recommended run of They’re Playing Our Song, Brown Paper Box Co. continues their 2017/2018 [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:33PM

Second City Announces “They Wendt There: The Roast of George Wendt” With Roastmaster Jason Sudeikis by Michael J. Roberts

The Second City is excited to announce more big names to the star-studded roster of “I [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:33PM

Hell in a Handbag Productions’ World Premiere of BEWILDERED – Sept 27 – Nov 11 at Stage 773 by Michael J. Roberts

Hell in a Handbag Productions is pleased to continue its 15th Anniversary Season with the world [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:33PM

USE IT OR LOSE IT: An Evening of Short Plays About Your Rights – Saturday, September 23 at Greenhouse Theater Center by Michael J. Roberts

Greenhouse Theater Center is pleased to present USE IT OR LOSE IT: An Evening of Short Plays [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:33PM

REELING: THE CHICAGO LGBTQ+ INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES THE LINEUP OF 35th ANNIVERSARY FILM FESTIVAL by Michael J. Roberts

Reeling, the second-oldest LGBTQ film festival in the world, celebrates its 35th anniversary with an [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:33PM
Monday, September 4, 2017

Showbiz Nation LIVE! Interview with IHSMTA Best Actor JUSTIN SMUSZ by Michael J. Roberts

Sixth Annual Illinois High School Musical Theater Awards Best Actor Winner Justin Smusz discusses his [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:12PM

Showbiz Naiton LIVE: Enuice David Discusses Hal David & Burt Bacharach by Michael J. Roberts

Eunice David discusses her new book “BEING HAL DAVID” which explores the history, music, lyrics [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:12PM
Wednesday, August 23, 2017

Victory Gardens Theater announces complete casting for Gary Griffin Helmed “FUN HOME” by Michael J. Roberts

Victory Gardens Theater, under the direction of Artistic Director Chay Yew and Managing Director Erica Daniels, [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:06AM

The Second City’s “She the People” Begins Sept. 29 at UP Comedy Club by Michael J. Roberts

UP Comedy Club presents The Second City’s She the People: Girlfriends’ Guide to Sisters Doing it for [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:06AM

BROADWAY IN CHICAGO ANNOUNCES NEW BLOCK OF “HAMILTON” TICKETS ON SALE 8/29 by Michael J. Roberts

Producer Jeffrey Seller and Broadway In Chicago announced today that a new 16 week block of tickets for HAMILTON at The [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:06AM
Saturday, July 29, 2017

“An American In Paris” Finds Beauty Everywhere by Michael J. Roberts

Highly Recommended Few cities in the world can compare to the majesty of Paris.  Even [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:54AM
Wednesday, July 26, 2017

The Rolling Stones’ Exhibitionism Closes July 30th At Navy Pier by Michael J. Roberts

The Rolling Stones’ Exhibitionism, produced by iEC Exhibitions!, is an extraordinary exhibit showcasing more than [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42AM

Disney’s ALADDIN North American Tour Celebrates 100 Performances in Chicago by Michael J. Roberts

The cast of Disney’s ALADDIN North American Tour celebrated 100 performances on Friday, July 14 [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42AM

Broadway in Chicago Announces Pre-Broadway Engagement of ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago and the producers of ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE are thrilled to announce tickets are currently on [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42AM

Broadway In Chicago Announces 90210: THE MUSICAL at Broadway Playhouse Sept. 13-17 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago and the producers of Bob and Tobly’s Beverly Hills 90210: THE MUSICAL are delighted [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42AM

Cirque du Soleil’s LUZIA runs through Sept. 3 by Michael J. Roberts

Cirque du Soleil opens tonight in Chicago its delightfully imaginative and visually stunning production LUZIA, a waking [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42AM

The Sarah Siddons Society of Chicago Announces 2017 Award Winners Kate Baldwin and Kate Shindle by Michael J. Roberts

The Sarah Siddons Society of Chicago is proud to announce the 2017 winners of the prestigious [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42AM

Steppenwolf Announces LookOut Series Lineup by Michael J. Roberts

 Steppenwolf’s LookOut Series, now in its second year, announces a thrilling variety of artists for [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42AM

“HEAD OF PASSES” Featuring Tony Winner Phylicia Rashad Runs Sept. 13- Oct. 22 at Mark Taper Forum by Michael J. Roberts

Center Theatre Group has announced the cast for “Head of Passes” by Oscar winner and [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42AM
Thursday, July 20, 2017

SHOWBIZ NATION: Interview with CHRISTOPHER M. HOWARD by Michael J. Roberts

Christopher M. Howard (Dance Captain) discusses his work in the National Tour of “AN AMERICAN [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:54PM
Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Broadway In Chicago Announces “WAITRESS” Will Play The Cadillac Palace July 3 -22,2018 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce WAITRESS will play the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W. Randolph) [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:24PM

TONY WINNING BROADWAY REVIVAL OF “THE COLOR PURPLE” TO PLAY ORIENTAL THEATRE JULY 17-29, 2018 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce that direct from Broadway, THE COLOR PURPLE, the Tony Award-winning [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:24PM
Monday, June 5, 2017

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! INTERVIEW with ANTHONY CHAN from The KING AND I by Michael J. Roberts

Actor ANTHONY CHAN discusses his role of Prince Chulalongkorn in The Lincoln Center Theatre Production [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:42PM

Broadway In Chicago Announces Tix for ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE On Sale June 20 by Michael J. Roberts

10AM CT as part of a national on-sale campaign. ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE will play Broadway In Chicago’s Oriental Theatre for [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:42PM
Wednesday, May 24, 2017

BLUE MAN GROUP HEATS UP THE SUMMER WITH EXPANDED PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE AT CHICAGO’S BRIAR STREET THEATRE by Michael J. Roberts

Blue Man Group, continuing its open run at Chicago’s Briar Street Theatre (3133 N. Halsted), [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:54PM

Paramount Theater Presents “An Intimate Evening with Kristin Chenoweth” on Sat. November 4th by Michael J. Roberts

No matter if she’s a good witch on Broadway, a sassy press secretary on TV [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:36AM

Chicago Shakespeare Theater presents GALA 2017 Featuring Broadway’s Heather Headley & Jessie Mueller on June 9th by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) celebrates the culmination of the 30th Anniversary Season with GALA 2017 on Friday, June 9, [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:36AM

Northlight Theatre adds a week of performances of Mark St. Germain’s World Premiere of “REALTIVITY” by Michael J. Roberts

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:36AM
Tuesday, May 16, 2017

Broadway In Chicago Announces Individual Tix For “An American In Paris” On Sale May 19 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce individual tickets for AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, the most [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42PM
Friday, May 12, 2017

Broadway In Chicago Announces Nominees for 6 Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is pleased to announce the twenty-four students nominated for Best Actor and Best [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:05PM

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