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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

Monday, May 1, 2017

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with RENT’s MICHAEL McCLURE by Michael J. Roberts

Michael McClure (Dance Captain & Swing/Understudy for Mark) discusses the importance and continuing relevance of [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:18PM

Saturday, April 29, 2017

Showbiz Chicago Photo Spotlight: Drury Lane’s “CHICAGO runs through June 18 by Michael J. Roberts

Photo credit: Brett Beiner Photography Drury Lane Theatre opens its electrifying new production of Chicago, featuring [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:42PM

Broadway In Chicago Announces “RENT” 20th Anniversary Cast To Perform Sidetrack Benefit Concert by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago and the RENT 20th Anniversary Tour are excited to announce A SEASON OF LOVE BENEFIT [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:42PM

Broken Nose Theatre’s Hit AT THE TABLE Returns June 29 – July, 28, 2017 at The Den Theatre by Michael J. Roberts

Following its critically acclaimed, completely sold-out run at the Berger Park Coach House this winter, Broken [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:42PM

Thursday, April 27, 2017

Chicago Theatre Mourns The Passing of Martha Lavey by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago theatre has lost a pioneer. Martha Lavey, ensemble member and former Steppenwolf Artistic Director, passed [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:12AM

Underscore Theatre’s World Premiere of MY NAME IS ANNIE KING runs through May 28, 2017 at Pride Arts Center by Michael J. Roberts

Underscore Theatre Company is pleased to present the world premiere musical thriller MY NAME IS ANNIE KING, the [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:12AM

About Face Presents Chicago Premiere of BRIGHT HALF LIFE – May 26 – July 1@Theater Wit by Michael J. Roberts

Following hit performances of I Am My Own Wife and The Temperamentals, About Face Theatre concludes its 2016-17 Season with the Chicago [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:12AM

5000 STUDENTS TO ATTEND HAMILTON’s CELEBRATED EDUCATION PROGRAM ON APRIL 26 by Michael J. Roberts

The innovative educational program that launched in 2016 at HAMILTON on Broadway, and has subsequently [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:12AM

EXHIBITIONISM – THE ROLLING STONES, Opens in Chicago Saturday, April 15 by Michael J. Roberts

The Rolling Stones’ first ever major exhibition, Exhibitionism, delivered by DHL, makes its Chicago debut [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:12AM

Monday, April 24, 2017

Broadway In Chicago Announces Annual Summer Monday, August 14, 2017 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce their annual FREE BROADWAY IN CHICAGO SUMMER CONCERT, sponsored by ABC 7 [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 09:36AM

Broadway In Chicago Announces ALADDIN Day-Of-Show Rush Seats by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce the premiere engagement of the eagerly-anticipated North American [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 09:36AM

Monday, April 17, 2017

SHOWBIZ NATION With MICHAEL ROBERTS/ Interview with ADAM STEVENSON by Michael J. Roberts

ADAM STEVENSON discusses preparing for his dual roles as standby for Jafar & Sultan in [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:12PM

Monday, March 13, 2017

BROADWAY IN CHICAGO ANNOUNCES NEXT SEASON by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce its next season line-up: Andrew Lloyd Webber’s SCHOOL [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 08:24PM

Chicago Theatre Week 2017 Smashes Record In Fifth Year by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Theatre Week, an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago, reached [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 08:24PM

Sunday, March 12, 2017

SHOWBIZ NATION with Michael Roberts: Interview with Circus 1903 Puppeteer DANIEL FANNING by Michael J. Roberts

CIRCUS 1903 –The Golden Age of Circus, Elephant puppeteer DANIEL FANNING discusses bringing these two [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 08:06PM

Friday, March 10, 2017

Hubbard Street welcomes Alexandra Wells as Director of Artist Training by Michael J. Roberts

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, under the artistic direction of Glenn Edgerton and executive leadership of [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:18PM

Spotlight: Kokandy Productions’ THE WIZ – Through April 16, 2017 at Theater Wit by Michael J. Roberts

Kokandy Productions is pleased to launch its fifth anniversary season with a revival of the Tony [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:18PM

GROUNDBREAKING ART AIDS AMERICA EXHIBITION MUST CLOSE APRIL 2 by Michael J. Roberts

The groundbreaking traveling exhibition Art AIDS America must close at the new Alphawood Gallery (2401 [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:18PM

MCA Presents PETER BROOK + MARIE-HÉLÈNE ESTIENNE BATTLEFIELD by Michael J. Roberts

The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago presents Battlefield, an interpretation of the great Indian epic [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:18PM

Brown Paper Box Co.’s Presents “Positively Present: An Uplifting Cabaret” by Michael J. Roberts

Brown Paper Box Co. is thrilled to announce their upcoming cabaret event, hosted by company [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:18PM

Hamilton Comes To Lullabies: Rockabye Baby! Lullaby Renditions of Songs From Hamilton, Out March 31 by Michael J. Roberts

Half history lesson, half Broadway wildfire hit, the music from Lin-Manuel Miranda’s groundbreaking musical ‘Hamilton’ [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:18PM

Wednesday, March 8, 2017

SHOWBIZ NATION With MICHAEL ROBERTS: Interview with MIKE TYLER, Co-Creator of THE NAKED MAGICIANS by Michael J. Roberts

MIKE TYLER, co-creator of THE NAKED MAGICIANS, discusses the R-rated magic show which is which [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:48PM

Tuesday, March 7, 2017

Lyric Opera’s “Jesus Christ Superstar” Tickets Go On Sale One Year Early by Michael J. Roberts

In anticipation of high ticket demand, Lyric Opera of Chicago announced today that the initial block [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 06:12PM

Monday, March 6, 2017

SHOWBIZ NATION With MICHAEL ROBERTS: INTERVIEW WITH TOM D’ANGORA by Michael J. Roberts

Theater producer and political activist TOM D’ANGORA discusses the 2016 Presidential campaign for which he [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:54PM

Paramount Announces Cast for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR April 19-May 28 by Michael J. Roberts

What began as a 1970s rock opera concept album became a global stage phenomenon that [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:54PM

Sunday, March 5, 2017

Orlando Philharmonic 25th Anniversary Season To Include Yo-Yo Ma by Michael J. Roberts

The Orlando Philharmonic announced its 25th Anniversary Season today, including a one-night-only gala anniversary concert [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42PM

SHOWBIZ NATION with MICHAEL ROBERTS: Interview with KAREN MASON by Michael J. Roberts

One of my favorite guests, Broadway and Cabaret star KAREN MASON discusses the release of [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42PM

Thursday, March 2, 2017

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All stories by Michael J. Roberts on BroadwayStars

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

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with RENT’s MICHAEL McCLURE by Michael J. Roberts

Showbiz Chicago Photo Spotlight: Drury Lane’s “CHICAGO runs through June 18 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago Announces “RENT” 20th Anniversary Cast To Perform Sidetrack Benefit Concert by Michael J. Roberts

Broken Nose Theatre’s Hit AT THE TABLE Returns June 29 – July, 28, 2017 at The Den Theatre by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Theatre Mourns The Passing of Martha Lavey by Michael J. Roberts

Underscore Theatre’s World Premiere of MY NAME IS ANNIE KING runs through May 28, 2017 at Pride Arts Center by Michael J. Roberts

About Face Presents Chicago Premiere of BRIGHT HALF LIFE – May 26 – July 1@Theater Wit by Michael J. Roberts

5000 STUDENTS TO ATTEND HAMILTON’s CELEBRATED EDUCATION PROGRAM ON APRIL 26 by Michael J. Roberts

EXHIBITIONISM – THE ROLLING STONES, Opens in Chicago Saturday, April 15 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago Announces Annual Summer Monday, August 14, 2017 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago Announces ALADDIN Day-Of-Show Rush Seats by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION With MICHAEL ROBERTS/ Interview with ADAM STEVENSON by Michael J. Roberts

BROADWAY IN CHICAGO ANNOUNCES NEXT SEASON by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Theatre Week 2017 Smashes Record In Fifth Year by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION with Michael Roberts: Interview with Circus 1903 Puppeteer DANIEL FANNING by Michael J. Roberts

Hubbard Street welcomes Alexandra Wells as Director of Artist Training by Michael J. Roberts

Spotlight: Kokandy Productions’ THE WIZ – Through April 16, 2017 at Theater Wit by Michael J. Roberts

GROUNDBREAKING ART AIDS AMERICA EXHIBITION MUST CLOSE APRIL 2 by Michael J. Roberts

MCA Presents PETER BROOK + MARIE-HÉLÈNE ESTIENNE BATTLEFIELD by Michael J. Roberts

Brown Paper Box Co.’s Presents “Positively Present: An Uplifting Cabaret” by Michael J. Roberts

Hamilton Comes To Lullabies: Rockabye Baby! Lullaby Renditions of Songs From Hamilton, Out March 31 by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION With MICHAEL ROBERTS: Interview with MIKE TYLER, Co-Creator of THE NAKED MAGICIANS by Michael J. Roberts

Lyric Opera’s “Jesus Christ Superstar” Tickets Go On Sale One Year Early by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION With MICHAEL ROBERTS: INTERVIEW WITH TOM D’ANGORA by Michael J. Roberts

Paramount Announces Cast for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR April 19-May 28 by Michael J. Roberts

Orlando Philharmonic 25th Anniversary Season To Include Yo-Yo Ma by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION with MICHAEL ROBERTS: Interview with KAREN MASON by Michael J. Roberts

Drury Lane announces casting for CHICAGO by Michael J. Roberts

TIMELINE THEATRE COMPANY ANNOUNCES 2017-18 SEASON by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago Announces Daniel Breaker joining HAMILTON Chicago Company as Aaron Burr by Michael J. Roberts