The Network of Ensemble Theaters (NET), in partnership with artEquity, Culture Change Lab, HowlRound, League of Chicago Theatres, Studio Luna, Theatre Communications Group, and (X) Collective, is ...

CHICAGO -- Theaters in Chicago have an extensive history and what about the people behind them? Author of "Ensemble: An Oral History of Chicago Theater" Mark Larson joined ABC7 Chicago in the studio ...

Chicago has more than 200 active theaters. They make up the city's thriving entertainment scene that has not only captivated ...

CHICAGO — Angels hovering anew over Chicago’s North Side. The return of Brian Friel. And a “Raisin” we could call our own. Here’s our annual celebration of the best Chicago shows of the year, in order ...

Chicago’s theater scene, celebrated for shaping Broadway hits and comedy legends, is unveiling a packed 2026–2027 season of touring productions and local works. From historic stages to storefront ...

With seasonal shows the rage on suburban and Chicago stages, here’s a list (checked twice) of holiday offerings. It includes the classics (“A Christmas Carol” and “It’s a Wonderful Life”), seasonal ...

The 8th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival is fast approaching, so get set for 12 straight days of incredible stories told by puppet artists and companies from around the world playing all ...

Porchlight Music Theatre is finally settling down. The company will stage its entire 2026–27 season at Victory Gardens' ...

CHICAGO — Times have been tough for movie exhibitors thanks to the one-two punch of streaming and a pandemic, but Chicago’s Music Box Theatre is going strong regardless. The historic art house cinema ...

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