Saturday, March 29, 2025

Do Maggie Lockwood & John Frost Get Together in Chicago Med? - Soaps.com

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Friday, March 28, 2025

A Second Career: A Preview of “Chicago’s Funniest Teachers” at Zanies Rosemont by Carl Kozlowski

Stand-up comedians dread the prospect of a tough crowd in nightclubs, but Jeanie Doogan and Tom Filline face tough crowds five days a week as schoolteachers. Each turned to stand-up as a sou…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 08:00AM
Thursday, March 27, 2025

An Electric Jolt to the Heart: The Story of the Kinks at Chicago Shakespeare by Mary Wisniewski

How did one group, formed by often-feuding brothers from working-class North London, have this much depth and scope? “Sunny Afternoon,” a musical playing at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, …

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 08:00AM

Review: ‘Working Man’ big on thrills, predictably short on depth by Tribune News Service

In the latest episode of “Jason Statham Takes On,” otherwise known as “A Working Man,” directed by David Ayer, our hairless hero takes on the Chicago branch of the Russian mob, as we…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:00AM
Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Review: Can Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Find a New Voice? by Brian Seibert

On a program with three New York premieres, the company seems stuck in an international style, though there are flickers of something more distinctive.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:48PM

Dan Burton and Darren Day to Star as Billy Flynn, Sinitta to Star as Mama Morton in UK and Ireland Tour of Chicago by Staff Writer

Dan Burton and Darren Day will return to share the role of Billy Flynn, alongside Sinitta as Mama Morton, in the UK and Ireland tour of Chicago

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 12:11PM

Titanìque Extends Chicago Run by Andrew Gans

The irreverent send-up of the blockbuster film Titanic plays the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM
Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Jack Ruby: The Many Faces of Oswald’s Assassin by Trav S.D.

Many factors at work in the genesis of today’s post. 1) The recent release of what are purported last remaining “JFK files” by the Trump administration; 2) Today is the most commonly g…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 04:42PM

Dance Top 5: April 2025 by Sharon Hoyer

April marks milestones for dance companies from Chicago and beyond.

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 08:00AM
Monday, March 24, 2025
Friday, March 21, 2025

Prepare to Sing & Dance this May at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center by Website Administrator

AVENTURA, Fla. – The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center showcases a diverse lineup of performances this May, featuring Marco Flores’ flamenco creation Rayuela, Chicago/Earth, Wind &…

SOURCE: southfloridatheater.com at 07:00AM
Thursday, March 20, 2025

Brittney Mack Will Star in The Color Purple at Chicago's Goodman by Logan Culwell-Block

Lili-Anne Brown is directing the new production of the Tony-winning musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

Goodman Theatre Centennial Press Event | February 25, 2025 | Sizzle Reel by Goodman Theatre

ICYMI—we recently announced our Centennial 25/26 Season with hundreds of patrons, friends and supporters in attendance! Join us for "a celebrity-crusted Centennial Season with a remarkable…

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:30PM

Hamlet-Inspired: A Review of Teatro La Plaza’s “Hamlet” at Chicago Shakespeare Theater by Ted C. Fishman

Teatro La Plaza’s "Hamlet" is nearly entirely about the actors themselves, framed by the playwright’s agitprop on their behalf.

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 08:00AM

Happy Birthday to the master, Mr, Kander! Chicago dedicates tonight's performance to you ...

... Mr, Kander! Chicago dedicates tonight's performance to you! Wonderful tribute article as he turns 98 today on Playbill.com".

SOURCE: Google at 07:36AM
Wednesday, March 19, 2025

‘Purpose’ Review: In Broadway Directorial Debut, Phylicia Rashad Deftly Teases Out Caustic Portrait of Black Political Dynasty by Lovia Gyarkye

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' latest play, starring LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Kara Young, observes a powerful Black family during a chaotic birthday weekend in Chicago.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:46PM

Glengarry Glen Ross, Starring Oscar Winner Kieran Culkin, Bob Odenkirk and Bill Burr, Extends Again on Broadway by Darryn King

The Broadway revival of David Mamet's Glengarry Glen Ross, starring Kieran Culkin, Bob Odenkirk and Bill Burr has extended its Broadway run for a second time by another two weeks. The…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:03PM
Tuesday, March 18, 2025

On March 18, 1927: Tony-Winning Cabaret, Chicago Composer John Kander is Born by Logan Culwell-Block

Celebrate a true living Broadway legend as he turns 98 today.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:04AM

On March 18, 1928: Tony-Winning Cabaret, Chicago Composer John Kander is Born by Logan Culwell-Block

Celebrate a true living Broadway legend as he turns 98 today.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Purpose review – dysfunctional family drama hits highs and lows by Jesse Hassenger

Helen Hayes Theater, New York Tony-award winning playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins has crafted an ambitious and bold new play but not all of his big swings hit their mark Technically speakin…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:03AM

The Last Five Years, Starring Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren, Starts the Clock on Broadway Tonight by Broadway.com

Jason Robert Brown's The Last Five Years, starring pop star Nick Jonas and Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren, begins previews at the Hudson Theatre on March 18. The musical two-hander b…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:06AM
Monday, March 17, 2025

Theatre Review: ‘hang’ at 1st Stage by Corvin Kevlihan

Playwright Debbie Tucker Green’s “hang” premiered at the Royal Court Theatre in 2015. The show has since been produced in Toronto and Chicago, as well as being staged in 2022 at the Tr…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 01:12PM
Sunday, March 16, 2025

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The Goodman Theatre's revised staging of the Broadway classic Brigadoon received the Production-Musical large tier honor at the Chicago-area ...

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Saturday, March 15, 2025

In 2025 Vape! Is the Word for A Fun Evening by Craig J Horsley

They say “dying is easy comedy is hard,” I say parody can be harder. On Tuesday May 11th a charity event reading of Vape!, a Grease parody, was presented at Town Hall and the excellent c…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:05AM
Thursday, March 13, 2025

Supermodel Ashley Graham to join ‘Chicago’ on Broadway as Roxie Hart by Darryn King For Broadway.com

Graham takes over the role beginning April 15, through May 25.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 12:28PM

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Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
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Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
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Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
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