This listing represents links to reviews published on this site for shows currently in production in Chicago. It does not include short runs (i.e. single weekend); see the home page for previews of those, which includes most dance and stand-up comedy coverage.

Shows marked with an asterisk (*) have been recommended by our critics

PLAYS

*Billy Elliot—The Musical/Broadway In Chicago/Through January 15, 2011

*Equus/Redtwist Theatre/Through September 5

*Frost/Nixon/TimeLine Theatre/Through October 10

Hideous Progeny/LiveWire Chicago/Through September 26

The Last Daughter of Oedipus/Babes With Blades/Through September 25

*Lookingglass Alice/Lookingglass Theatre/Through September 12

The People’s Drum Circle Pandora/Quest Theatre/Through September 19

*The Philadelphia Story/Circle Theatre/Through September 5

*Point Break Live/New Rock Theater/Open Run

*Shrek the Musical/Broadway In Chicago/Through September 5

*Suicide, Incorporated/Gift Theatre/Through September 12

*The Weir/Seanachai Theatre/Through October 3

COMEDY

*The Absolute Best Friggin’ Time of Your Life/Second City e.t.c.

*The Kates/Mercury Cafe and The Book Cellar/Open Run

*Messing With A Friend/Annoyance Theatre/Open Run

Spoiler Alert: Everybody Dies/Second City Mainstage/Open Run

PERFORMANCE

LISTINGS

These listings represents shows not reviewed by Newcity but currently or soon to be in production in Chicago. To submit or update listings, email stagecal@newcity.com

DANCE

PLAYS

Closure
Presented by Fringeelement Entertainement. The Viaduct Studio Theatre, 3111 N. Western. Sep 10 through 26. Thu/Fri/Sat 7 pm, Sun 3 pm. $15. Can be purchased through the box office by calling (773)-296-6024, ticketweb.com or at the door.

Edd Fairman, Wizard of Sorts: Magic, Comedy, Mayhem
A nationally touring magician and an illusionist, Edd Fairman, has brought his act home to Chicago
Produced by Edd Fairman. Gorilla Tango Theatre, 1919 N. Milwaukee. Aug 5 through Sep 2. Thu 8 pm. $10. 13+. Visit www.WizardofSorts.com, www.gorillatango.com or call (773) 598-4549 for tickets and more information.

Much Ado About Nothing
Presented by Chicago Dell’Arte. Directed by Nick Freed. The RBP Rorschach, 4001 N. Ravenswood. Sep 3 through 25. Thu/Fri/Sat 8 pm, Sun 2 pm. $15 suggested donation. Reservations can be made by calling the Chicago dell’Arte box office at (773) 530-1040, or by emailing requests to tickets@chicagodellarte.com. For more information visit www.ChicagoDellArte.com.

Under America
Written by Mortar Theatre founding member Jacob Juntunen. Directed by Rachel Edwards Harvith. The Athenaeum Theatre, 2936 North Southport. Sep 3 through 26. Thu/Fri/sat 8 pm, Sun 2 pm. $20, $18 for seniors, $15 for students, $12 group tickets of 10 or more.

COMEDY

Christophe The Insultor

Produced by Shaw Entertainment Group. Gorilla Tango Theatre, 1919 N. Milwaukee. Jul 23 through Sep 3. Fri 11 pm. $10; Admission price gets you in the door, and $10, $20 or more will get the victim of your choice beautifully shredded by Christophe. Rated R. Visit www.gorillatango.com or call (773)598-4549 for tickets and more information.

Midlife Joyride
This part sketch show, part stand-up performance is produced by Eric Cowgill. Gorilla Tango Theatre, 1919 N. Milwaukee. Aug 28 through Sep 18. Sat 7:30 pm. $15. Visit www.gorillatango.com or call (773) 598-4549 for tickets and more information.

Octavarius: So Nefarious
Performed by the Octavarius improve group. ComedySportz Theatre Chicago, 929 W. Belmont. Sep 12 through Oct 24. Sun 7 pm. $10, $7 for audience members who are dressed as the theme of that week. Visit Octavarius.com for more information.

The Second City’s Neighborhood Tour
This is the second season for the walking tour of Chicago’s Old Town neighborhood. Written by Margaret Hicks, a Chicago tour guide and writer. Opens June 13 through Sept 5. Sun 1pm. Wed 4pm. $15. Tickets can be purchased through the Second City Box Office by phone at (312)337-3992.Tours can have up to fifteen guests and advanced reservations are recommended. The walking pace is suitable for all ages.