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A woman on stage during Happy Days at City Lit Theater

Theater & dance

10 hot shows to see in Chicago this March

Chicago is known across the world for its innovative and vibrant live theatre scene. Add a performance (or two!) to your itinerary – plus, experience…

Published on March 8, 2023 by Choose Chicago

Wuthering Heights at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Theater & dance

Chicago Theatre Week: Get your tickets for these can’t-miss shows

There’s no better time to experience Chicago’s fearless theatre scene than Chicago Theatre Week. This highly anticipated event, now in its 11th year, offers theatregoers…

Published on January 10, 2023 by Choose Chicago

Blog, Theater & dance

Here are 4 dance styles born in Chicago to mark the Year Of Chicago Dance

This post was originally published by Block Club Chicago. Chicago has a penchant for dance — and it’s celebrating the hop, cha-cha slide and other…

Published on April 26, 2022 by Jennifer Billock

Blog, Theater & dance

The return of live theatre in Chicago: 8 shows not to miss

After a long hiatus from in-person shows, many theatres in Chicago are reopening their doors and lifting the curtains for live performances. Expect some brand…

Published on July 27, 2021 by Zoe Krey

Blog, Theater & dance

10 small stage shows to see during Chicago Theatre Week

Chicago boasts dozens of award-winning, major productions that have graced Broadway stages and beyond — but it also offers much more than just those big…

Published on January 30, 2020 by Choose Chicago

Theater & dance

Experience immersive theatre at Southern Gothic in Chicago

Imagine being invited to a dinner party where everything goes wrong. That’s the general premise of the Chicago play Southern Gothic, an innovative theatrical experience at the…

Published on June 6, 2019 by Kelsey O'Connor