Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Theaters in the Evanston and Chicago area make up a vibrant theater scene for audiences to enjoy.

A guide to theater in Evanston and Chicago

September 19, 2023

New York isn’t the only city with a vibrant musical theater scene. Those looking to get their theater fix don’t need to make their way all the way to the Big Apple to catch a show. Look no further...

 Illinois high school students sing in their submissions to “Around Broadway In 80 Days.” Hamilton’s Miguel Cervantes (pictured top right) is the emcee for the virtual showcase.

“Around Broadway In 80 Days” gives a virtual stage to high school performers

April 8, 2020

A&E A month ago, Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School junior Marcus McGee was set to perform in his school’s spring production of “Into The Woods.” Due to COVID-19, the show has been postponed...

Actors perform in “The Play That Goes Wrong.” Alums Jacqueline Jarrold and Ned Noyes are both starring in the national tour, which will be heading to Chicago’s Oriental Theatre from December 4 to December 16.

NU alumni star in the national tour of ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’

November 14, 2018

From falling props, forgotten lines and a dead corpse that can’t seem to stay dead, “The Play That Goes Wrong” is anything but a traditional play. “It’s sort of like if Monty Python and Sherlock...

Cast members perform in The Dolphin Show’s production of “Ragtime” last January. The Dolphin Show recently announced it will put on “Hello, Dolly!” next year in its 77th annual show.

The Dolphin Show to present ‘Hello, Dolly!’ as 77th annual show

June 18, 2018

When Communication senior Isabel Perry was selected to direct the 2019 Dolphin Show, she knew she wanted to create a large-scale “spectacle” onstage, complete with a full orchestra and a substantial...

Broadway in Chicago tours celebrate theaters’ history

February 4, 2015

A&E Stepping into one of the historic Broadway in Chicago theaters is like stepping into the past. The ghosts of stars like Mae West and Humphrey Bogart haunt the expansive and ornate interiors...

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