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Landmarks Illinois will mark its tenth annual Legendary Landmarks Celebration by awarding 'landmark' status to three civic and cultural leaders: Historian Tim Samuelson, Business Leader Rock…
Feast Productions is proud to announce the world premiere of TRACES, the first production in Jackalope Theatre Company's new works program/initiative, the Pioneer Series, in The Frontier, Ja…
Writers Theatre presents The Diary of Anne Frank by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett, adapted by Wendy Kesselman and directed by Kimberly Senior. The show runs February 24 " June 28, 2015…
On Wednesday, February 11, The Harris Theater for Music and Dance begins a $5 million renovation project to reimage the patron experience. The addition of two new high-capacity elevators…
Kyle DeSantis, President of Drury Lane Theatre, announces today that the Broadway-bound production, BEACHES will replace DEATHTRAP from June 24 through August 16 during the 2015-2016 season.…
The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts announces tickets on sale for MythBusters© Jamie & Adam Unleashed, Behind the Myths at8:00 p.m. at the Bob Carr Theater on April 24, 20…
The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts announces tickets on sale for Orlando Philharmonic presents 'The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses' at 8:00 p.m. in the Walt Disney T…
Convening Culture 2015: Building a Healthier Florida through Arts and Culture will be held at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing ArtsFebruary 8 " 9. Presented by Citizens for Flo…
One of the most critically acclaimed plays in recent years, and named by the New York Times as a TOP 10 Best Play, Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play makes its Florida Premiere at the Hippod…
The Chicago Humanities Festival (CHF) presents musician, artist, and founding member of band Sonic Youth Kim Gordon on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. at the Music Box Theatre (3733 N Southport …
Through the generosity of Harold Matzner, the McCallum Theatre welcomes the return of Johnny Mathis, and his Special Guest Gary Mule Deer, for two performances on Saturday, March 7, at 8:00p…
SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with DEB CLAPP, Executive Director of The League of Chicago Theatre from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Deb Capp, Executive Director of the League of Chicago Theatr…
Get your heart stolen and broken by your favorite Gorilla Tango Burlesque Geek Girls performing original Valentine themed solos and group numbers. GTB veterans and new-comers will be stru…
Pride Films and Plays announces the transfer of its world premiere production of The Book of Merman to a new six-week engagement at the Apollo Theater Studio, 2540 N. Lincoln, Chicago. The n…
Considered one of the Midwest's leading, professional equity theaters that presents both regional and world premieres featuring the area's finest artists, Theatre at the Center kicks off its…
Showbiz Nation LIVE! Interview with CABARET’s KENNY HOWARD, BLUE STAR & ROB STACK Director Kenny Howard, actors Blue Star (Sally Bowles) and Rob Stack discuss their hit production …
As part of its milestone Anniversary Season, the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University presents the "Brave Face Project," a bold new endeavor aimed to shine light on women's roles…
Andrew Patner, a critic and interviewer on WFMT-FM 98.7 passed away this morning at the age 55 from what is being reported as a severe bacterial infection. Â Our sincere condolences and th…
For five consecutive Saturday nights beginning February 28, 2015, Quest Theatre Ensemble will stage a toe-tapping music revue called, by special reQuest! The company will revisit songs fr…
 IFP/Chicago is proud to present “Fair Use for Filmmakers with Michael Donaldson” on Tuesday, February 10 located at Columbia College Chicago, Film Row Cinema, 1104 S. W…
Showbiz Nation LIVE! Interview with Drury Lane’s WEST SIDE STORY stars JIM DeSELM & CHRISTINA NIEVES from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Jim DeSelm & Christina Nieves from Drury Lan…
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The McCallum Theatre welcomes the return of country music legend Don Williams on Wednesday, March 4, at 8:00pm Don Williams, "The Gentle Giant" of country music, is a true American cla…
Lookingglass Theatre Company announces the extension of Lookingglass Alice due to overwhelming demand. Lookingglass Alice now runs through February 22, 2015 at Lookingglass Theatre Company, …
Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce Tony Award® nominee Annaleigh Ashford (Kinky Boots, Chicago production of WICKED, You Can't Take It With You and Masters of Sex) makes her s…