First Folio casts the jazzy world premiere of ‘Shrew’d’
On Thursday, First Folio Theatre announced casting for its world premiere of “Shrew’d,” a jazz musical that places “The Taming of the Shrew” in 1930’s Chicago. The show will open...
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Ohad Naharin brings Gaga choreography back to Hubbard Street — just don’t try to define it
Gaga is not a style. Get it right, dilettante. “It’s very important for me to stay away from thinking of my work or my research as being a part of...
Eddie Clendening to revive his portrayal of Elvis for “Heartbreak Hotel”
On Wednesday, full casting for the Chicago premiere of “Heartbreak Hotel” was announced, with Eddie Clendening returning as Elvis, the role he originated at the Ogunquit Playhouse. It’s old stomping...
Theo Ubique will inaugurate new home with season that includes ‘Hedwig’ and ‘The Full Monty’
A trans rocker, an Iowa housewife and a troupe of male strippers walk into an Evanston theater — so begins the story of Theo Ubique’s upcoming 2018-19 season. After 13...
The Marriott announces casting for ‘Murder for Two’
On Tuesday, the Marriott Theatre announced casting for its upcoming production of ‘Murder for Two,’ in which a duo takes on 13 roles in less than 90 minutes, remaining on...
‘Avenue Q’ cast member Rick Lyon to lead puppetry training for Mercury Theater revival
Mercury Theater has announced that Rick Lyon, master puppeteer, actor, puppet designer and builder, will lead puppetry training for this year’s revival of “Avenue Q.” The “Sesame Street”-vet will join...
Congo Square Theater announces 2018-19 season, opening with ‘Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill’
Congo Square Theatre Company has announced its nineteenth season, a roster of shows that explores the theme “Imperfect Perfection” and includes a production from the August Wilson New Plays Initiative....
Boho Theatre names Stephen Schellhardt its new artistic director for 2019 season
On Thursday, Boho Theatre named Stephen Schellhardt its new artistic director, with a tenure that begins with the company’s 2018-19 season. Schellhardt has been an artistic associate with the company...
Michael Shannon will return to the Chicago stage with ‘Victims of Duty’
Michael Shannon, along with other members of the original team behind the 1995 production of “Victims of Duty,” will star in a special remount from A Red Orchid Theatre this...
Two-time Tony-winner Christine Ebserole to join Steppenwolf’s upcoming LookOut Series
On Tuesday, Steppenwolf announced that two-time Tony-winner Christine Ebserole will be a part of its upcoming LookOut Series. On July 30, Ebserole joins Seth Redetsky, creator of “Disaster!” and Sirius...