Performing Arts
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WT Productions’ holiday tradition shines on with ‘Seasonal Stars’Nov 30, 2025 9:09 pm - The "Seasonal Stars" production on Dec. 6-14 is a new collection of six short plays that takes a unique look at Christmas and winter holidays from different perspectives. The plays blend comedy and drama, with the first five stories coming together in the finale in the traditional "Seasonal" style.
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BTE’s charming ‘Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley’ celebrates friendship, artistic expressionNov 26, 2025 4:07 pm - Buffalo Theatre Ensemble’s charming revival of “Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley” marks its third and final production of Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon’s “Pride and Prejudice”-inspired trilogy.
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Merry and bright: Paramount’s swingin’ ‘White Christmas’ an ideal addition to the holiday seasonNov 26, 2025 8:09 am - Treat yourself to an evening of American pop classics at Paramount Theatre’s heartwarming, joyous revival of “Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” running through Jan. 11.
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Elgin Art Showcase gets new home at The LodgeNov 25, 2025 12:51 pm - Elgin Art Showcase, a city-run performance and visual art space, is moving to The Lodge Performing Arts Center.
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Spotlight: Northlight Theatre spices up the season with suspense thriller ‘Gaslight’Nov 25, 2025 7:45 am - Northlight Theatre’s psychological thriller “Gaslight” is an alternative to the holiday shows beginning performances this week at Strawdog, Lifeline, Tuta, Theater Wit and Broadway in Chicago.
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Best Bets: Broadway vet Levi Kreis returns to Metropolis, and holiday music fills the airNov 24, 2025 4:52 pm - Tony Award-winner Levi Kreis returns to the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, Santa’s Village opens its holiday lights display, “Dr. Who” fans convene in Lombard and holiday music is in the air in the suburbs.
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Things to do Nov. 28 to Dec. 4: Tree lightings, ‘Nutcrackers’ and moreNov 24, 2025 12:12 pm - Make plans for tree lightings and productions of “The Nutcracker” throughout the area, Naperville Holiday Parade of Lights, Christmas at Cantigny Light Show, the Vienna Boys Choir, “Elf The Musical” on stage and more.
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Divine ‘Sister Act’ sets the rafters ringing at Drury LaneNov 21, 2025 3:52 pm - Get thee to a nunnery: “Sister Act” is a joyful holiday romp that digs into faith, romance and the power of soul.
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Suburban and Chicago theaters serve up holiday cheerNov 21, 2025 8:18 am - From the beloved “Christmas Carol” to contemporary satire and seasonal tuners to family-friendly fare, when it comes to holiday theater, suburban and city stages offer something for everyone.
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Absolutely magnificent: Perfectly cast, exceptionally directed ‘Amadeus’ sings in stellar Steppenwolf revivalNov 19, 2025 2:37 pm - Superb performances by principal actors Ian Barford and David Darrow propel Steppenwolf Theatre’s excellent revival of Peter Shaffer’s “Amadeus,” directed by Chicago theater titan Robert Falls.