ACT OUT OPENING: Broadway in Chicago's Coming Shows

PRE-BROADWAY ENGAGEMENT!
We had the pleasure of seeing Constantine Maroulis live on stage in Broadway in Chicago's Rock of Age, back in 2010.     Check out our past Constantine Maroulis coverage here.
We're looking forward to seeing him back in Chi-town again, with the pre-Broadway Jekyll & Hyde musical.   Tickets are on sale now.

Jekyll & Hyde - Pre Broadway!

Theatre : Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago IllinoisDates : March 12, 2013 - March 24, 2013    

Available now as a Broadway In Chicago Season Show!
Click here.

American Idol star and Tony® Award nominee Constantine Maroulis joins with Grammy® Award nominee and R&B superstar Deborah Cox to inject new life into the classic tale of good and evil, JEKYLL & HYDE. After four thrilling, chilling years on Broadway and multiple world-wide tours, this dark and dangerous love story from Tony® and Grammy® Award nominee Frank Wildhorn and Oscar® and Grammy® winner Leslie Bricusse, returns in a stunning new pre-Broadway production directed by Tony® nominee Jeff Calhoun and includes all the classic songs (This is the Moment, A New Life, Someone Like You) that first grabbed audiences by the throat and transformed JEKYLL & HYDE into a theatrical phenomenon.

Ticket prices are $33.00 to $95.00.

Groups of 15+ on sale now! Call 312-977-1710.

OPENING JANUARY:

Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan

Theatre : Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago Illinois
Dates : January 30, 2013 - February 10, 2013

Tony® Award nominee Cathy Rigby takes flight in an all new production of PETER PAN! Discover the magic all over again of this two time Emmy award winning and two time Tony® Award nominated production. The New York Times says "Rigby still carries off the flights, fights and acrobatics that make Peter Pan audiences mesmerized." PETER PAN is filled with timeless magical moments and a captivating hook. The legend you thought you know, is now the adventure you never dreamed possible…Cathy Rigby is PETER PAN!  Ticket prices are $18 to $85.  Groups 15+ now on sale! Call 312-977-1710. OPENING FEBRUARY: Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth Theatre : Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago Illinois Dates : February 15, 2013 - February 17, 2013 MIKE TYSON: UNDISPUTED TRUTH is a rare, personal look inside the life and mind of one of the most feared men ever to wear the heavyweight crown. Directed by Academy Award® nominee Spike Lee, this riveting one-man show goes beyond the headlines, behind the scenes and between the lines to deliver a must-see theatrical knockout.  SPECIAL VIP PACKAGES AVAILABLE  VIP Meet & Greet  Premium seating in first three rows  -Plus, after the show-  Post-show meet & greet to include a photograph with Mike Tyson and an autographed boxing glove  Meet & Greet  Premium seating  -plus, after the show-  Post-show meet & greet to include a photograph with Mike Tyson Ticket prices are $50 to $95.  Groups 15+ call 312-977-1710 Check out ChiIL Live Shows past Broadway in Chicago coverage here.

ACT OUT: The Grinch, Peter Pan and Potted Potter #review

ACT OUT OPENING, EXTENDED & HIGHLY RECOMMENDED





Opening:

We can not wait for opening night tonight!   What says the holidays like the story of The Grinch?!   I've adored the books and the animated TV special since my own childhood, and my children have grown up loving the story as well.   Now tonight we'll get to see The Grinch Broadway style in a full blown, live, musical extravaganza!   We'll have a full review for you soon.   Get your tickets today, for this limited run.


Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
Theatre : Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago Illinois
Dates : December 5 - December 16, 2012
Tickets: http://ticketsus.at/BIC2000?LID=21&DURL=www.ticketmaster.co



Extended/Highly Recommended:





Potted Potter

Theatre : Broadway Playhouse, Chicago Illinois
Dates : November 13, 2012 - December 16, 2012
Tickets: http://www.ticketmaster.com/Potted-Potter-Chicago-tickets/artist/1760682?bran...

Carol Rosegg photo credit

ChiIL Mama and the kids got in on the opening night action at Potted Potter and we all loved it!  I honestly can't remember the last time an audience full of adults and kids all laughed so hard.   This low tech, old school show is brilliant sketch comedy, and supreme silliness coupled with over the top talent.   Dan and Jeff are two funny guys.   This show has been extended by popular demand so you have until January 6th to see these brilliantly beguiling Brits before they leave Chi-town.

HARRY POTTER FANS REJOICE -
EXTENDED BY POPULAR DEMAND!
KIDS COME FREE!Click HERE and use code FAMILY when ordering
for performances through December 23*
or 
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A
Critic's Pick by the New York Times, New York Magazine and Time Out
London, Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience — A Parody by
Dan and Jeff, won the prestigious 2012 Olivier Award nomination for Best
Entertainment & Family Show; playing to sold-out houses worldwide.



Written and performed by former BBC Television hosts Daniel Clarkson and
Jefferson Turner, the play takes on the ultimate challenge of
condensing, or "potting", all seven Harry Potter books into 70 madcap
minutes, aided only by multiple costume changes, brilliant songs,
ridiculous props and a generous helping of Hogwarts magic. The show also
invites audiences to engage with a real life game of Quidditch, but
according to Clarkson and Turner's unique set of rules.

Whether
you camped outside a bookstore for three days awaiting the release of
the Deathly Hallows or you don't know the difference between a horcrux
and a Hufflepuff, the comedy, magic and mayhem of POTTED POTTER makes
for an entertaining and hilarious visit to the theatre. The fast-paced
show, which has made audiences aged six to Dumbledore (who is very old
indeed) roar with laughter all over the world, is perfect for the entire
family.


"A fabulously funny parody...will tickle the funny bone of every age group." - The Daily Telegraph


"Breathless and...HILARIOUS! -The New York Times 


"...a zany hoot!"-The New York Post 


"...an AWESOME show!" - Time Magazine for Kids




Coming Soon:




Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan
Theatre: Cadillac Palace Theatre
Dates: January 30, 2013 - February 10, 2013
Tickets:http://www.ticketmaster.com/Peter-Pan-Chicago-tickets/artist/1582489?brand=bi...

Tony®Award nominee Cathy Rigby takes flight in an all new production of PETER PAN! Discover the magic all over again of this two time Emmy awardwinning and two time Tony® Award nominated production. 

The New York Times says "Rigby still carries off the flights, fights and acrobatics that make Peter Pan audiences mesmerized." PETER PAN is filled with timeless magical moments and a captivating hook. The legend you thought you know, is now the adventure you never dreamed possible...Cathy Rigby is PETER PAN!