The Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre at Noyes Cutural Center in Evanston recently opened its new season with the acclaimed play "Gee's Bend." The show continues to Sunday, June 7th
Wow! I expected a small neighborhood production of “Damn Yankees” at Theo (now called The Fred Anzevino Theatre in honor of the late founder and Artistic Director). The production I saw prompted me to watch the 1958 Hollywood film, to make some comparisons.
The tunes of one of most popular songwriters in the business are taking centerstage currently in Chicago. "Going Bacharach," a musical revue featuring tunes from the iconic Burt Bacharach, runs through May 17 at Chicago's Apollo Theater.
The story of "The Great Gatsby" is getting a new life on stage. F. Scott's Fitzgerald's literary masterpiece is playing out in a big way at Broadway in Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre on Chicago's Randolph Street. The show runs to May 3.
If you are expecting a feel-good production like ”South Pacific” or “Annie”, “Ruthless, The Musical” is not. lf you are open to some wild irreverent entertainment with an ending you would never suspect, stop by Citadel Theatre and see their bold and brash production of “Ruthless, The Musical”.
We can’t make any disclosures as this parody of stardom on the stage will show you that no one is who they seem when virtually all the characters are chasing the spotlight. And you thought sports and Jeopardy were competitive?
An August Wilson masterpiece is unfolding on stage at Chicago's Goodman Theatre. "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom" is being presented through May 3 at The Goodman's Albert Theatre. It is part of The Goodman's Centennial Season.
An innovative new production is drawing theater fans to downtown Chicago for quite the immersive experience. "Theater of the Mind," which opened recently at The Reid Murdoch Building on LaSalle Street, has already been extended. The Chicago-premiere production runs to July 12.
A world premiere work is gracing the stage of The Den Theatre in Chicago. "The Official Biography," a two-person drama by Kurt McGinnis Brown, tells the story of African-American journalist Xan Smith, who travels to the home of aging white novelist Henry Percival to interview him about his life and career.
Music Theater Works is currently presenting "Cats" as the opening of its 2026 season at The North Shore Center for The Performing Arts and is striking a big hit with this show. From the cast's powerful vocals and acting abilities to the clever choreography, colorful costumes and dramatic makeup, this production stands out on many levels.
The latest production starring on stage at The Goodman's Owen Theatre features a mix of emotions and a blend of tragic, comic and heartfelt situations.
