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Monday, 11 May 2026 16:04

Open Space Arts to present SMILEY, an international hit from Spain, June 5-21

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Open Space Arts to present SMILEY, an international hit from Spain, June 5-21
Open Space Arts continues its commitment to bold, intimate theatre from around the world that celebrates queer lives and voices with SMILEY, a queer romantic comedy by Spanish playwright Guillem Clua. It became an international hit following its 2012 premiere in Barcelona, Spain. SMILEY enjoyed extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and…
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Tuesday, 12 May 2026 14:47

Everybody Got a Secret: York Walker’s Covenant Haunts The Goodman

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(L-R) Anji White, Ashli René Funches, Felicia Oduh, Jaeda LaVonne in Covenant at Goodman Theatre.
The Goodman Theatre’s Covenant announces York Walker as a playwright ascending rapidly into the highest tier of American theater. This is not simply an impressive new work; it is the kind of play that reminds audiences why live theater remains uniquely capable of unsettling the spirit. Walker has written something…
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Monday, 11 May 2026 14:15

Raven Theatre Delivers a Revelatory, Unmissable Octet

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Grace Steckler, Joryhebel Ginorio, Elliot Esquivel, Teressa LaGamba, Jordan Golding, Sam Shankman, Neala Barron, Ryder McDaniel in Raven Theatre's OCTET
There’s a rare kind of theatrical experience that transcends personal taste. Even if a genre is not typically your first choice, the sheer level of artistry on display is impossible to deny. That is exactly what director Keira Fromm’s production of Octet accomplishes: a vocally astonishing, emotionally resonant, and meticulously…
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Monday, 11 May 2026 20:33

The Real Crime Would Be To Miss This: Crime and Punishment at TUTA Theatre

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Clifton Frei as Raskolnikov in Crime and Punishment
Real Chicagoans don’t gatekeep hidden gems. Whether it’s hidden bars behind laundromats, the best Billy Goat location (under Mag Mile), the best desserts or street tacos, the best place to catch a local game (insert season + sport), or a must-see show or concert, real Chicagoans share the hidden gems…
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Monday, 11 May 2026 13:15

Satire With a Sword: City Lit’s Spirited New Musical 'Scaramouche'

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The cast of Scaramouche at City Lit Theatre.
City Lit Theatre is currently bringing the swordplay world of Scaramouche to vivid life, offering audiences a rare chance to experience this spirited tale of wit, rebellion, and theatrical daring onstage. With its blend of political intrigue, romance, and commedia‑dell’arte flair, City Lit’s production captures the adventurous sweep of the…
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Sunday, 10 May 2026 20:34

Paramount's Lush and Spectacular South Pacific Brings Island Love to Life!

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Emile De Becque (Devin Archer, left) sweeps Nellie Forbush (Allsun O'Malley) off her feet in Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific, the 2025-26 Broadway Series finale at downtown Aurora’s Paramount Theatre. Arguably the most romantic musical of all time, South Pacific is set in a World War II tropical paradise with warm sea breezes, breathless sunsets and B-29 Bombers.
Rogers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific has long been one of my favorite musicals, not just for its sweeping romance and unforgettable score, but for the way it tackles big ideas with such touching honesty. Set on a remote island during World War II, the show blends sunlit escapism with the…
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Sunday, 10 May 2026 20:43

Fallin’ to Pieces over “Always…Patsy Cline” at American Blues Theater

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Liz Chidester as Patsy Cline.
Over the years, I’ve seen a lot of theater and a lot of musical performances. And because of that, people regularly ask what the best show I’ve seen is. Without hesitation, I tell them it was the 2018 Jeff Award-winning production of The Buddy Holly Story at American Blues Theater.…
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Thursday, 07 May 2026 11:13

Citadel Theatre announces a mix of classics and 21st Century works for its 2026–27 mainstage season

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Citadel Theatre announces a mix of classics and 21st Century works for its 2026–27 mainstage season
Lake Forest's Citadel Theatre has announced its 2026-27 mainstage season, which will include two favorites and two acclaimed recent pieces that may be new to north shore audiences. The season will commence with the satirical comedy EUREKA DAY, which examines the frequently contradictory practices of a fictional, highly progressive private school…
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Thursday, 07 May 2026 12:48

32C This Weekend: Three Wildly Different Shows, All Worth the Trip

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32C This Weekend: Three Wildly Different Shows, All Worth the Trip
A strong Chicago theatre weekend starts with choosing your flavor, and this one offers a full flight. Whether you’re in the mood for something scrappy and strange, bright and nostalgic, or mythic and mischievous, the city’s stages have you covered. Three wildly different productions are running right now, and each…
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