Chicago Theatre Newsroom

Mercury Theater will welcome new cast members to the critically-acclaimed, first built-in Chicago Production of Jersey Boys, the Tony Award-winning story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater announces the cast and creative team for CORDUROY, directed by Amber Mak.

Redtwist Theatre will present The Normal Heart this summer. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

RAIN – A Tribute to the Beatles, is currently playing in Chicago for two nights only at the CIBC Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Laurie Metcalf returns to Steppenwolf for World Premiere

Paul Robeson: Man of the People is a new jazz poetry opera chronicling the life, artistic legacy, and activism of the most important and iconic figure of the twentieth century. This live, multimedia presentation explores the life, creative ethos, and inclusive social vision of concert artist, stage and film actor, athlete, and activist, Paul Robeson.

A Red Orchid Theatre has announced that World Premiere play TURRET, written and directed by ensemble member Levi Holloway, will extend its run, adding two weeks of performances to a run that sold out in days. P

Midsommer Flight will present a free production of Shakespeare’s ROMEO AND JULIET from June 28 to August 4 in six Chicago parks.

George Civeris and the 'Love Isn't Blind' podcast will be part of The Den Theatre's July 2024 lineup. Enjoy live performances and engaging discussions at this Chicago venue.

Goodman Theatre has revealed 2024/2025 Season updates to the series in the 350-seat flexible Owen Theatre. Learn more about the season.

Blank Theatre’s ON THE 20TH CENTURY makes for a delightful ride through a farcical facsimile of Broadway’s Silver Age, if one can accommodate a few bumps along the way.

Visceral Dance Chicago will present CARMEN.MAQUIA at the Museum of Contemporary Art in June. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

A Chicago original and international hit, Late Nite Catechism turns 31 in the city where it all started. 

GOLDEN GIRLS: THE LAUGHS CONTINUE is now playing at Broadway In Chicago. Learn how to purchase tickets.

 The Den Theatre has announced upcoming June 2024 shows including Beth Stelling and the “I’m Fine, It’s Fine” Podcast with special guest Pinky Patel.

The award recipients of Broadway In Chicago’s 13th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards (IHSMTA) were announced and presented, in an award ceremony at Broadway In Chicago’s Broadway Playhouse on Monday May 13.

 Steppenwolf Theatre Company will conclude its 48th season with the world premiere of Little Bear Ridge Road, a comic, cosmic and intimate drama by MacArthur Fellow Samuel D. Hunter, directed by Tony Award winner Joe Mantello.

BRANDEN & JAMES from America's Got Talent perform at Chicago's Davenport's on June 20. Enjoy a night of epic music and fun stories with the duo, featuring Branden's past with Lyric Opera of Chicago.

Trap Door Theatre's Open Series presents ANTIGONICK, a contemporary adaptation of the classic Greek tragedy.

Celebrate PRIDE MONTH at Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret in Wicker Park, Chicago, with a series of diverse cabaret shows.

Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues its 48th season with the Chicago premiere of Larissa FastHorse’s The Thanksgiving Play, a biting comedy about everything right, wrong and woke in America, directed by Jess McLeod. Check out photos from inside opening night here!

What did critics think of A Red Orchid Theatre's World Premiere production of TURRET, written and directed by Ensemble Member Levi Holloway? TURRET runs through June 9, 2024 at The Chopin Theatre, 1543 W Division in Chicago. Check out the photos below and video clips above!

Comedian Matt Rife will break the record for most consecutive comedy performances at The Chicago Theatre with his sold-out run of eight consecutive shows at the iconic venue between May 30 and June 2, as part of his ProbleMATTic World Tour, produced by Live Nation.

Token Theatre, Chicago's Asian American theatre company, has announced the company's first full production, ZAC EFRON, written by Artistic Director David Rhee, co-written by Managing Director Wai Yim and directed by two-time Emmy Award winner Alan Muraoka.

 Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has announced its upcoming productions and programming during the company’s 42nd season in 2024 - 2025. Learn more about the lineup here!