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Thursday, September 24, 2015

LONGEST RUNNING WINE TASTING CONTEST IN THE NATION CELEBRATES 42nd ANNIVERSARY by Michael J. Roberts

It's the Olympics of wine tasting "an intense battle of the palettes"and the oldest event of its kind in the country.  It's Geja's Café's 42nd Annual Professional/Amateur Wine Tasting Co…

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HARRIS THEATER ANNOUNCES BRAND NEW MIX at SIX SERIES: The Harris' FIRST EVER Happy Hour Performance Series by Michael J. Roberts

The Harris Theater, today, announced the creation of a series that will offer some of the Harris' most provocative and innovative work, at a time of day that makes it one of our most accessi…

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TRW Announces the Acquisition and Release of DISENCHANTED! by Michael J. Roberts

Poisoned apples. Glass slippers. Who needs ’em?! Not Snow White and her posse of disenchanted princesses in the hilarious hit musical that ís anything but Grimm. Forget the princess…

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Andrea Canny Kicks off the Monday Night Cabaret Series on October 5 at The Abbey by Michael J. Roberts

Andrea Canny will kick off the Monday Night Cabaret Series at The Abbey October 5 at 8 p.m. with What a Difference a Year Makes! sharing songs and stories of the journey of healing a brok…

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Horror Film Line-Up Haunts the Hippodrome Cinema this October by Michael J. Roberts

Hippodrome Cinema patrons are in for a treat during this year’s festive programming in October. All month long, the cinema will feature recently-released horror films as well as specia…

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BILL MAHER at the McCALLUM THEATRE Friday " October 23 " 8:00pm by Michael J. Roberts

Comedian and political commentator Bill Maher returns to the McCallum Theater for one performance on Friday, October 23, at 8:00pm. For more than twenty years, Bill Maher has set the boundar…

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"HANK AND MY HONKY TONK HEROES" STARRING JASON PETTY McCALLUM THEATRE Saturday " October 24 " 8:00pm by Michael J. Roberts

The McCallum Theatre presents Jason Petty on Saturday, October 24, at 8:00pm. Jason, who wowed the McCallum audience with his portrayal of Hank Williams, is back with a new show Hank and My …

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MCCALLUM THEATRE TO HOST FOURTH ANNUAL FAMILY FUN DAY by Michael J. Roberts

The McCallum Theatre will kick off its 2015-16 season with the Fourth Annual McCallum Theatre Family Fun Day set for Sunday, October 18, 2014. Proceeds from this special event will suppor…

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The McCallum Theatre's 18th Annual Choreography Festival by Michael J. Roberts

McCallum Theatre Institute will present exciting original choreography by choreographers from across the nation at the 18th Annual Choreography Festival. This one of a kind festival, schedul…

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NEW EAST VALLEY THEATRE LAUNCHES WITH A "TEN-MINUTE" PLAY FESTIVAL ON SEPTEMBER 25 AND 26 by Michael J. Roberts

East Valley Rep, a new theatrical venture located in the eastern end of the Coachella Valley, will launch its first full production, "Tacos, Teardrops and Tequila," a Ten-Minute Play Festiva…

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McCALLUM THEATRE ADDS NEW SHOWS TO 2015-2016 SEASON TICKETS FOR ALL PERFORMANCES ON SALE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH AT 8:00AM by Michael J. Roberts

Six exciting performances have been added to the roster of  the McCallum Theatre's 2015-2016 season, including Bill Maher, Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes Starring Jason Petty, Last Comic S…

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Wednesday, September 23, 2015

DR. PHILLIPS CENTER HOSTS NATIONAL YOUNG COMPOSERS CHALLENGE by Michael J. Roberts

The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts will host the 2015 National Young Composers Challenge on October 18, 2015 beginning at 1 p.m.in the Walt Disney Theater.  With the immense …

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Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Jedlicka Performing Arts Center Presents the Beloved American Classic, "The Rainmaker" Sept. 18- Oct. 3 by Michael J. Roberts

The Jedlicka Performing Arts Center (JPAC) located on the campus of Morton College in Cicero is following up its smash-hit production of Miss Saigon with a beloved American classic, The Rain…

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SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Broadway's KRISTEN BETH WILLIAMS by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Broadway’s KRISTEN BETH WILLIAMS from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. KRISTEN BETH WILLIAMS discusses her role as Sibella Hallward in the national touring…

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MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL SECURES WORLDWIDE LICENSING RIGHTS TO "CRY-BABY" by Michael J. Roberts

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) has secured worldwide licensing rights to Broadway's Tony® nominated hit CRY-BABY. The musical is based on the John Waters movie of t…

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Alexandra Billings to Headline PRIDE FILM & PLAYS SIMPLY SENSATIONAL FALL BENEFIT by Michael J. Roberts

Pride Films and PlaysÂ’ annual fall benefit Simply Sensational celebrates Chicago legend Alexandra Billings. WGNÂ’s Dean Richards serves again as the emcee. The event is Monday, Novemb…

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SIX PERFORMANCES ADDED TO RUN OF DISGRACED BY AYAD AKHTAR, DIRECTED BY KIMBERLY SENIOR, EXTENDED THROUGH OCTOBER 25 AT GOODMAN THEATRE by Michael J. Roberts

Due to high demand for tickets, Goodman Theatre adds six more performances of Disgraced by Ayad Akhtar, directed by Kimberly Senior"extending the show through October 25. Newly named the 201…

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Lyric Opera's Production of CINDERELLA starring ISABEL LEONARD Opens October 4 by Michael J. Roberts

Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Rossini's family-friendly Cinderella in a new-to-Chicago production this fall, starring Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard in the title role. S…

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Dead Writers Presents a 4 Performance Benefit To Raise Money For Operating Expenses by Michael J. Roberts

A jazz-age screwball comedy riff on Moliere’s biting satire of “The Learned Ladies” is about pretense and learning.  Betty wants to marry Dicky.  Her mother, Phyllis,…

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Monday, September 21, 2015

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Actor/Director/Composer KENT MORAN by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Actor/Director/Composer KENT MORAN from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Film Actor KENT MORAN discusses both directing and starring in THE CHALLENGER, which fol…

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Tuesday, September 15, 2015

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Producer/Film Director Arlen Parsa by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Producer/Film Director Arlen Parsa from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. ARLEN PARSA discusses the discovery of an complete, never performed opera, ANIDA, compos…

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Monday, September 14, 2015

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Actor/Director/Composer KENT MORAN by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Actor/Director/Composer KENT MORAN from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Film Actor KENT MORAN discusses both directing and starring in THE CHALLENGER, which fol…

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Thursday, September 3, 2015

Showbiz Photo Spotlight: Rehearsal Photos From Steppenwolf's EAST OF EDEN by Michael J. Roberts

Photo Credit: Joel Moorman: Celebrating 40 years as America's premier ensemble theatre, Steppenwolf Theatre Company launches its landmark 2015/16 Subscription Season with a large-scale world…

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Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Showbiz Photo Spotlight: Hypocrites' Chicago Premiere of AMERICAN IDIOT by Michael J. Roberts

The Hypocrites are thrilled to launch their 2015-16 season with the Chicago premiere of the smash Broadway musical AMERICAN IDIOT, featuring music by Grammy Award-winning punk rock ban…

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Sweet Pete's Candy Kicks-Off National Expansion After Acquisition of Jolly Good Fellows In Lake Forest by Michael J. Roberts

Sweet Pete's Candy, a specialty sweet and snack shop founded by Pete and Allison Behringer, along with entrepreneur Marcus Lemonis, host of CNBC's reality series, The Profit, today announced…

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WICKED Returns To The Marcus Center in Milwaukee Nov. 4-15 by Michael J. Roberts

WICKED, Broadway’s biggest blockbuster, will return to Milwaukee during the Associated Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center series on November 4-15. Tickets for the return engagement …

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IFP CHICAGO LAUNCHES THE IFP MASTER SERIES "Get Your Movie Made, Get Your Movie Seen" with Adam Leipzig Sept. 16 by Michael J. Roberts

Independent Filmmaker Project Chicago (IFP Chicago) launches The IFP Master Series. Seeing Your Destination from the Start: Get Your Movie Made, Get Your Movie Seen with Adam Leipzig Former …

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Step Up Productions Opens 2015-16 Season with BAREFOOT IN THE PARK by Michael J. Roberts

Step Up Productions is pleased to open its 2015-16 season with Neil Simon's Tony Award-winning romantic comedy BAREFOOT IN THE PARK, directed by Michael Driscoll, playing O…

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CST Announces Cast and Creative Team for U.S. Premiere of Rockwell Helmed RIDE THE CYCLONE by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) announces the cast and creative team for the U.S. premiere of Ride the Cyclone, a new musical with a refreshingly offbeat twist from Brooke Maxwell and Jaco…

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Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Sundance Alums Create First-Ever Fantasy-Thriller Musical Film by Michael J. Roberts

Close Up Experience and The Goodnight Darlings (Kat Auster and Wilson Jaramillo) announce their new Short Musical Film, EMPIRE VAMPIRE. The innovative new Fantasy-Thriller Musical short film…

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RENAISSANCE CHICAGO DOWNTOWN HOTEL ANNOUNCES SEPTEMBER LINEUP OF RLIFE LIVE EVENTS by Michael J. Roberts

Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel, 1 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, has announced their impressive lineup of RLife Live events for September, showcasing vibrant Chicago talent and giving disco…

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