Musical

The new musical comedy cabaret gets creative with nostalgic inspiration from the television specials of those "happy golden days of yore."

This touring production is funny, sweet and deserving of a longer run.

A superb cast stars in the Marriott's Theatre for Young Audiences production of the Rodgers & Hammerstein classic, crystallized into one beautiful hour of entertainment.

The beloved film, now a musical, is a heartwarming family show that entertains all ages.

Captivating performances and puppetry charm audiences of all ages.

The smartly written book for this biographical show elevates “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical” above the din of many jukebox musicals.

In another stunner for Paramount Theatre, the Midwest regional premiere proves to be an enchanting spectacle.

The Irving Berlin musical is a nostalgic treat performed by a superlative cast and ensemble.

This “Hot” ticket is for the most fun date night you could hope for. It’s not just “Some Like It … “ – it’s pretty much everyone.

Returning to the stage in mid-November, the community theater troupe has an exciting season ahead at the newly revitalized Woodstock Opera House.

The adult musical comedy – with puppets – can be outrageous, it can be real, as well as truly unique and astonishing. A production worth seeing.

The hit show is the season opener for the Paramount's 13th Broadway Series, whose popularity has turned the venue into the nation's largest musical subscription house.

In the weeks before the next election, an entertaining tribute to democracy in action awaits at Marriott's production of “1776.”

There’s a lot to like here – first and foremost are the special effects.

"Million Dollar Quartet" tells the true story of the night music legends Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley and Jerry Lee Lewis came together for an impromptu jam session at Sun Records in Memphis.

Paramount's Copley Theatre has launched its third BOLD Series season with a wildly entertaining play with music for all ages.

Tickets tickets to the shows in the Paramount Theatre's Broadway season are on sale now. Shows include 'The Full Monty,' 'Disney's Frozen: The Broadway Musical,' 'Cats' and 'Waitress.'

Audiences are in for a treat with professional theaters’ new seasons offering everything from comedy to recent Broadway shows.

Don’t be someone who misses the chance to witness a true spectacle on stage.

The dynamic cast is simply stellar, as they sing, dance, act and play their own instruments.

Joy is palpable as new community theater seasons approach in Woodstock, Crystal Lake, Elgin, St. Charles and beyond.

Goodman Theatre has much to be proud of in the new musical "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil."

A hybrid between a show and concert, the excellent production of this musical makes you dream about days of your youth no matter your age.

Madcap musical comedy runs through July 7.

Humor cleverly leavens Stephen Sondheim musical playing June 27 to 30 in its final week.

The show runs July 12-14, 19-21 and 26-28 at Stage 212, 700 First St., LaSalle.

It's the world premiere of a pre-Broadway production of the funny musical based on the darkly comic film.

The Dixon Kids opening night production of “Seussical Jr.” on Friday, May 10, 2024, at The Dixon: Historic Theatre brought a full house of show-goers through the wacky, whimsical world of Dr. Seuss.

The Dixon Kids opening night production of "Seussical Jr." brought a full house of show-goers through the wacky, whimsical world of Dr. Seuss.

From the musical's staging to the stellar performances, this production of “Beautiful” definitely will entertain you.

The hit musical explores having a baby or thinking about it at three different ages through the lens of three very different couples.

A cast of characters goes on an undersea adventure as told by Fulton High School students during their performance of "The Little Mermaid" on Friday, April 26, 2024.

A cast of characters goes on an undersea adventure as told by Fulton High School students during their performance of "The Little Mermaid" for opening night Friday, April 26, 2024.

Drury Lane Theatre’s season opener, the musical “Guys and Dolls,” is a winner.

The fun, moving and romantic plot soars with outstanding choreography, chemistry between the leads and beautifully performed songs.

Dixon High School students rehearse their rendition of Pippin Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Show dates are April 19 and 20 at 7 p.m. and April 21 at 2 p.m. at the Wiltz Auditorium at Dixon High School.Tickets can be purchased at www.onthestage.tickets/show/dixon-high-school-theatre/

Newman Central Catholic High School will perform "Little Shop of Horrors" this Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Centennial Auditorium on the campus of Sterling High School. Show times are 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and at 2 p.m. Sunday.

Newman High School will be performing "Little Shop of Horrors" this Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Centennial Auditorium on the campus of Sterling High School. Show times are 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and at 2 p.m. Sunday.

The directors have assembled an amazing cast of 13 to tell this story, with Michael Metcalf delivering a tremendously impressive performance as Frankie Valli, who matures before our eyes,

The "Peter Pan" musical is a great show to introduce children to the experience of live theater.

“Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical” is so new that Raue Center School For The Arts is one of the very first venues to produce the show. Youth will star with professional actors in staging it.

Tickets to the April performance of this award-winning show are free to the public.

If you want to see a fun show that’ll appeal to folks from 8 to 80, you undoubtedly need “Mrs. Doubtfire.”

“Billy Elliot: The Musical” is a stellar, emotional show.

Construction is underway on a newly conceived immersive theater experience set to open this summer with "Million Dollar Quartet" off the Fox River in downtown Aurora.

What “Airplane” was to disaster movies, this “Wizard of Oz” is to the original 1939 film. It’s Toto-ly fun.

The program includes selections from such musicals as “Phantom of the Opera,” “Miss Saigon,” “Jersey Boys” and “Les Misérables,” as well as hits by Queen, Elton John and The Beatles.

The musical is a blockbuster of compelling joy. The Marriott audience’s enthusiastic standing ovation was lengthy, full of cheers and most deserved.

A carefully crafted mix of favorites and first-time musicals is on tap for 2024 at the theater which celebrates its 50th anniversary next year.

We raise the curtain on two individuals who play an important offstage role for two of the region’s premier performance venues: Raue Center For The Arts in Crystal Lake and Paramount Theatre in Aurora.