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Wednesday, August 20, 2014

GRAMMY-NOMINATED CUBAN JAZZ PIANIST ROBERTO FONSECA ANNOUNCES FALL TOUR DATES by Michael Roberts

In the span of less than fifteen years and numerous solo and collaborative recordings, Cuban-born pianist and composer Roberto Fonseca has established himself as one of the most innovative…

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DREAM THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS: THE MECHANICAL MAN by Jeremy Menekseoglu, an official selection at the 2014 Chicago Fringe Festival. by Michael Roberts

Dream Theatre Company presents a new play by Jeremy Menekseoglu: THE MECHANICAL MAN to be performed at the Ketchup-less Stage (The Gift Theatre) located at 4802 N. Milwaukee Ave. An all-gi…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:38PM

STAGE 773 NOW ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS FOR 14th ANNUAL CHICAGO SKETCH COMEDY FESTIVAL JANUARY 8 – 18, 2015 by Michael Roberts

Stage 773’s Creative Director Brian Posen announced today that sketch comedy groups are now invited to apply for participation in the 14th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival. The e…

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THE WORLD OF EXTREME HAPPINESS, FRANCES YA-CHU COWHIG’S DARKLY COMIC EXPLORATION OF MODERN CHINA’S URBAN-RURAL DIVIDE, LAUNCHES GOODMAN THEATRE� by Michael Roberts

Is it possible to change one’s destiny? Goodman Theatre’s milestone 90th Anniversary Season begins with an “All-New Fall” of new works, starting with Frances Ya-Chu C…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:13PM
Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Michael Kass’ CEREMONY Coming to Chicago, San Francisco and Los Angeles by Michael Roberts

Ceremony, the award-winning solo show about love, fear and ayahuasca written and performed by Michael Kass and directed by Diana Wyenn, continues its national tour with performances at the C…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:49PM

MCA Presents ROSAS: ROSAS DANST ROSAS October 9-12, 2014 by Michael Roberts

The iconic dance performance Rosas danst Rosas, choreographed by Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker, is widely considered one of the classic works of contemporary dance. Set to a rhythmic score…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:11PM

JUMP DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE WITH THE RETURN OF ALICE by Michael Roberts

8 Andersonville venues, 9 artists, 12 chapters, 6 rabbits, 1 wild afternoon. Noelle Krimm gives audiences a seat at the tea party with a re-imagining of her 2004 hit, Alice. The show open…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:45PM

STRAWDOG THEATRE COMPANY LAUNCHES THE FIRST PRODUCTION OF ITS 27th SEASON MAX FRISCH’S THE ARSONISTS, AUGUST 15 – SEPTEMBER 27 by Michael Roberts

Strawdog Theatre Company and Artistic Director Hank Boland are proud to announce the first production of their 2014 – 2015 season, Max Frisch’s The Arsonists, August 15 – Septembe…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:55PM

125 YEARS OF WORLD CLASS PERFORMANCES AND HISTORIC MEMORIES CELEBRATED AT THE AUDITORIUM THEATRE’S ANNIVERSARY GALA, “LIVING THE HISTORY – 125 Y by Michael Roberts

Exactly 125 years from when the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University opened its doors in 1889, the National Historic Landmark, led by Board Chairman Melvin L. Katten and Executive …

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:03PM

THE SCIENTISTS Come To Chicago Fringe Festival by Michael Roberts

MERKINS, DANIELLO & SONS is pleased to present THE SCIENTISTS created by Mark Costello, Sean Daniels,Eric Mercado, and Evan Watkins as part of the 2014 Chicago Fringe Festival (www.chica…

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Broadway In Chicago Announces Indidual Tix On Sale Friday For DEE SNIDER’S ROCK & ROLL CHRISTMAS TALE by Michael Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce individual tickets for the world premiere of DEE SNIDER’S ROCK & ROLL CHRISTMAS TALE, written by and starring iconic rocker Dee Snider, di…

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YOUNG DANCERS FROM CHICAGO AND BEYOND GET A SHOT FOR A ROLE IN THE JOFFREY BALLET’S 27TH ANNUAL PRODUCTION OF THE NUTCRACKER Joffrey Tower, Septem by Michael Roberts

The Joffrey Ballet holds open auditions for the Children’s Cast of Robert Joffrey’s The Nutcracker at its downtown studios in Joffrey Tower, 10 E. Randolph Street, Sunday, Septem…

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Monday, August 18, 2014

Mercury Theater’s AVENUE Q Celebrates 100 Performances by Michael Roberts

AVENUE Q at Mercury Theater Chicago, 3745 N. Southport Avenue is thrilled to celebrate its 100th performance of the hilarious musical comedy, now playing through October 26, 2014. AVENUE Q c…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:01PM

About Face Theatre Presents 2nd Annual THE BLACK AND TAN SUPPER CLUB Friday, October 10, 2014 by Michael Roberts

For one exclusive night, step back into the golden age of Chicago’s Bohemian society as About Face Theatre presents THE BLACK AND TAN SUPPER CLUB on Friday, October 10, 2014 fro…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:20AM

DETROIT DESIGN FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES ELECTRIFYING CELEBRATION OF DESIGN SEPT. 23-28, 2014 by Michael Roberts

Detroit’s annual citywide celebration of design, the Detroit Design Festival (DDF), launches Sept. 23 with a kick-off party that will set the stage for 20 more events putting Detroit’s …

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:58AM

Casting Search Announced for Gloria Estafan Bio Musical ON YOUR FEET! Pre-Broadway Run at Oriental Theatre June 2-July 5, 2015 by Michael Roberts

  Broadway In Chicago, James L. Nederlander, Estefan Enterprises, Incand Bernie Yuman are pleased to announce that ON YOUR FEET! – a new musical based on the life story of seve…

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Hippodrome Opens Season with CLYBOURNE PARK Sept. 3-28 by Michael Roberts

The Hippodrome Theatre and the University of Florida School of Theatre and Dance proudly present the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy CLYBOURNE PARK by Bruce Norris, directed by …

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The Hippodrome announces the first ever HIPP KARAOKE NIGHT on Thursday, August 21 at 7pm by Michael Roberts

The Hippodrome Theatre today announces a fun and exciting evening of music, singing and dancing at the HIPP KARAOKE NIGHT. Springsteen? B-52’s? Miley? Spice Girls? Journey? Aerosmith? Brun…

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Sunday, August 17, 2014

Jimmy Ferraro’s Studio Theatre to Present THE SINGING DIVAS OF BROADWAY & HOLLYWOOD by Michael Roberts

After the critically acclaimed, World Premiere production of the Musical Comedy, “COUPLED”, Jimmy Ferraro’s STUDIO THEATRE, 5732 Main Street, New Port Richey, FL presents …

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Saturday, August 16, 2014

Podcast with ACTION ITEM’S BRIAN CAG by Michael Roberts

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Friday, August 15, 2014

BMO HARRIS BANK CHICAGO WORKS: SARAH AND JOSEPH BELKNAP Oct. 11, – Feb. 24, 2015 by Michael Roberts

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Chicago Sinfonietta opens season in “Battle of the Bands”-style concert with Punk Marching Band, MUCCA PAZZA by Michael Roberts

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Noreen Heron & Associates FALL ROUND-UP by Michael Roberts

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Victory Gardens presents the Midwest Premiere of REST Sept 12 – Oct 12, 2014 by Michael Roberts

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Emerald City Announces New Members to Board of Directors by Michael Roberts

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Kiss Legend GENE SIMMONS Visits American Junkie to Support Umbrellas For Peace by Michael Roberts

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Theatre at the Center’s WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN Runs Sept. 11- Oct. 12 by Michael Roberts

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Tix On Sale For Goodman’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Young Performers Auditions Sept. 27, 10am-2pm by Michael Roberts

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Author MATT KADISH Comes To Chicago Comic-Con Aug. 21-24 by Michael Roberts

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Thursday, August 14, 2014

Ocala Civic Theatre After School Classes & Youth Productions Begin Sept.15 by Michael Roberts

Back to school, back to theatre fun! Beginning September 15, the Ocala Civic Theatre Education Department has a fabulous fall schedule of after-school classes and youth productions for ages…

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BAILIWICK CHICAGO THEATER ANNOUNCES 2014-15 SEASON by Michael Roberts

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All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Nov 17, 2024: Elf - Marquis Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic
TBA: Ragtime