Review: VIOLET at Griffin Theatre
Griffin Theatre’s stunning production of VIOLET will simultaneously make hearts ache and soar.
Renowned Arts Fundraiser Is Lyric’s New Chief Development Officer
Nationally recognized fundraising professional Elizabeth Hurley will join Lyric Opera of Chicago as its new chief development officer, the company announced today. Hurley will be stepping into the role on March 1, 2018.
The House has HATFIELD & McCOY Cast & Production Team
The House Theatre has announced the cast and production team for its all-new production of HATFIELD & McCOY, written by Shawn Pfautsch and directed by Matt Hawkins playing at the Chopin Theatre. Inspired by the true story of famous feuding families, and by Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet, the production features...
Jackalope Announces Cast & Production Team for FRANKLINLAND
Pictured: Tom Hickey Jackalope has announced the cast and production team for the world premiere of FRANKLINLAND, written by Lloyd Suh and directed by Chika Ike. From the press release: “Philadelphia, 1752. Growing up as the only son of Benjamin Franklin – the greatest scientific mind in the world; inventor...
Jeff Awards Plan Steps to Diversify, Integrate with Theater Community
Key issues include a lack of diversity, a perception of bias towards “conventional productions,” transparency, community involvement, and the award’s overall lack of impact.
Shattered Globe Has Its FIVE MILE LAKE Cast and Creatives
Shattered Globe Theatre has announced casting for Rachel Bonds’ drama FIVE MILE LAKE, directed by Cody Estle.
Review: RED VELVET at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Ira Aldridge was one of the most famous, highest paid actors of his day, and one of the first prominent African-American actors to tackle some of Shakespeare’s greatest roles.
Black Ensemble Season Includes Chuck Berry, Patti LaBelle, Blues, Hip Hop Tributes
Black Ensemble Theater’s Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announced today the company’s 2018 season. Taylor comments, “This 42nd Season titled ‘Movers and Shakers’ has something for everybody! From Rock and Roll, to Soul, to Blues, to Hip Hop and everything in between, this is a musical smorgasbord that cannot be...
Cast and Creative Team Announced for The Comrades’ ROW AFTER ROW
The Comrades have announced the second show of their 2017/18 season, the Chicago premiere of ROW AFTER ROW by Jessica Dickey, directed by Ann Kreitman and playing the Apollo Studio Theater (2540 N Lincoln Ave) February 5 – 27, 2018. The cast includes David Coupe in the role of Cal, Eric...
Review: ALTAR BOYZ at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre
Altar Boyz is the Most Fun You’ll Ever Have Being Proselytized.