Benjamin Benne Receives American Blues Theater Blue Ink Award
The writer’s ‘Alma (or #nowall)’ wins a cash prize and development at the Chicago theatre.
Category Archives: Great Lakes
Dispatches from Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio. and Wisconsin.
Steppenwolf Season to Feature Carrie Coon, Ladysmith Black Mambazo Play
The 2019-20 slate at the Chicago theatre will include a revival of Tracy Letts’s ‘Bug’ starring Coon, plus a new Rajiv Joseph play about LeBron James.
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Announces 2019-20 Season
The lineup includes novel adaptations, bold new comedies, and a world premiere from Universes.
Chuck Smith, Charles Smith, and a South Side Friendship
Their partnership has brought Chicago some great theatre, once folks got past confusing their names.
Court Theatre Announces 2019-20 Season
The lineup includes ancient Greek theatre, Wilson and Ibsen classics, and a ‘whodunit’ murder mystery.
Children’s Theatre Company Announces 2019-20 Season
The Minnesota company will present Ethiopian acrobats, inventive fairy tales, and a world premiere play by Philip Dawkins.
MTI Gives Fire Relief Grants to California Schools
The licensing agency will offer grants to middle and high school theatre programs affected by last year’s wildfires.
Milwaukee Repertory Theater Announces 2019-20 Season
The lineup will feature 15 productions, including a world premiere by David M. Lutken.
Raven Theatre Announces 2019-20 Season
The Chicago theatre’s season lineup will include a world premiere by Mat Smart.
What’s in a Name Change? The Case of Flint Youth Theatre Vs. Flint Rep
What happened when a beloved Michigan theatre for young audiences rebranded itself as a theatre for all.
