Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret in Chicago, United States

Dreamgirls: The Full Broadway Musical Chicago, are you ready for a night of soul, glamour, and powerhouse vocals? The hit Broadway musical Dreamgirls is coming to the stunning Studebaker Theater for two electrifying performances that you do not want to miss! Dr ..

Named Top 10 Nutcrackers in Chicago by Pointe Magazine Embark on a mesmerizing journey around the world with Ballet 5:8’s enchanting production of Beyond the Nutcracker as Emma and Uncle Abrahms discover the true meaning of Christmas. With remarkable artistry and ..

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, comedy, and generosity. Enjoy holiday-themed dining, laughter, and inspiring performances featuring Wilco's Jeff Tweedy and SNL alum Fred Armisen. Zoo admission, including the Holiday Magic light display, is included wit ..

State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents Swan Lake Prepare yourself to be mesmerized by the enchanting performance of Swan Lake, presented by the prestigious State Ballet Theater of Ukraine. Lose yourself in the magic of this legendary masterpiece, which will be s ..

Show Run Time: 1 hour and 50 minutes Classical Arts Entertainment is delighted to present the magical holiday tradition of The Nutcracker, performed by the world-renowned State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine! Follow Clara on her enchanting journey as her beloved Nutcra ..

Hot off its Off-Broadway premiere, 'A Taste of Ireland-The Irish Music and Dance Sensation' hits stages across the USA this fall, performing the show that has entertained thousands around the globe. Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, ..

Aguijón Theater, Chicago's oldest professional Latino theater company, proudly presents ADVERSES, a provocative tragicomedy by Rey Andújar. Directed by Sándor Menéndez and Marcela Muñoz, ADVERSES will run through December 15, 2024 at Aguijón Theater, located in the h ..

Hot off its Off-Broadway premiere, ‘A Taste of Ireland―The Irish Music and Dance Sensation’ hits stages across the USA this fall, performing the show that has entertained thousands around the globe. Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, ..

Step into a world where cats, witches, circus acts, and French, German, and English songs converge. This is the unique essence of the Chicago Paris Cabaret Connexion, our sixth annual exchange. Embark on a musical journey with the KURT WEILL CIRCUS, a presentation by ..

Join us for Chicago's only underground contemporary circus cabaret in a 116 year old church! The best circus artists in the US gather monthly to dazzle and delight with the act closest to their hearts. Be astounded as they fly just above your heads, hanging from toes ..

Step into La Llorona, where Julianna Rubio Slager tenderly reinterprets the classic Mexican myth. Through poignant choreography, she navigates Maria's postpartum depression journey, shedding light on the silent struggles faced by many new mothers, particularly within ..

Presented by Black Voices in Cabaret: From swing to soul, from Broadway to the opera house, from jazz to blues, we’re taking a Southside trip through the wide world of cabaret. Directed and produced by Lynn Colbert-Jones, musical direction by Theodis Rodgers,Jr. a ..

Hidden Wonders Immersive invites you to step into a fantastical story set in a mysterious oddity shop. This brand-new, limited-time interactive experience in Roger's Park combines immersive theater with escape room-style puzzle solving for a new kind of experience. ..

Prince Fans! Join us for a one-of-a-kind listening party experience featuring gravity defying acrobatic performances backed by the music from the Purple Rain album. V -103 radio personality Jeanne Sparrow (@jmsparrow) will host with DJ Dhe-Di Beats (@cartameprett ..

21 and up only! Learn the science behind the sideshow. Sideshow performer Thom Britton created a stage show to answer the barrage of questions he regularly received before, during, and after his performances. People wanted to know how he could possibly eat f ..

Dive into the heart of 2049 with "Entropics," where every line of dialogue is underscored by live, dynamic music that transforms traditional theater into an auditory odyssey. This isn't just a play; it's a musical journey without the musical, a narrative concert set ..

Following the success of its inaugural production of The Singing Windmills, with its two sold out Off-Broadway runs and a national tour, New York's PM Theater is eager to present its second Off-Broadway production of A STAR WITHOUT A NAME in Chicago. The world is ..

Ensemble Dal Niente teams up with Limerick Rhythms, a new collective featuring Douglas R. Ewart (composer, reeds, percussion, George Floyd Bunt Staff); Renee Baker (composer, violin, viola); Lou Mallozzi (composer, live electronics); Rin Peisert (choreographer and da ..

The Italian Cultural Institute is pleased to announce the return of Artemis Danza to the United States for a three dates tour. Directed by Monica Casadei, Artemis Danza will present the contemporary theater and dance performance ViolatedBodies. The project brings to ..

New Year, New You, New Revue! Welcome to 2024! The Community House Players have been keeping score. Of all the laughable, ineffable, and imperious ways...The people of Hinsdale live out their days. So, get your tickets to see this gloriously uproarious revue. And ..

ABOUT THE DAY The last Saturday of every February is International Sword Swallowers Day. This year SIDESHOW GELATO and MARZ present a celebration of this amazing art with our first ever INTERNATIONAL SWORD SWALLOWER'S DAY event! Practiced by the ancient fakirs of I ..

In the heart of the big city a young couple's love is put to the test as seductive allure of a glamorous lifestyle threatens to break them apart. In one unforgettable evening - experience interactive stations, surprising treats, circus feats, dance, and themed coc ..

The Italian Cultural Institute of Chicago presents an exclusive screening of the Italian opera La boheme by Giacomo Puccini, presented at Teatro alla Scala in Milano during the 2022/2023 lyric season. On the centennial of the birth of Franco Zeffirelli, to whom th ..

Prepare for a magical world where Santa Clause's new workshop is innovated with high-tech gear, virtual reality and artificial intelligence. It all runs amok when Frosty the Snowman's spirit becomes entangled with this new technology. This unique and captivating show ..