Podcasts about Chicago Theatre

Send us a textMeghan Murphy, award-winning actor and powerhouse vocalist, joins Levi for a soulful, no-holds-barred conversation about artistic conviction, creative evolution, and why it's time to stop waiting for permission.Tony Award-winner Levi Kreis sits down with the magnetic Meghan Murphy—known for her commanding vocals, signature “Big Red” flair, and fearless storytelling—for a deep-dive into what it means to create with conviction. From the soul of Amy Winehouse to the spirit of Bette Midler, Meghan shares her journey from Chicago's theater scene to international stages, revealing the rebel heart behind her celebrated persona.In this heartfelt, hilarious, and unfiltered episode, Levi and Meghan unpack:The power of showing up fully—on stage and in lifePerforming for cruise ships and queer cabaretsTurning pain into purpose without apologyWhy “there are no lanes” is the mantra every artist needsWhat it means to be the thermostat, not the thermometerIf you're craving artistic permission, soulful encouragement, and a reminder that your voice is enough, this one's for you.

Comedian Nikki Glaser joins Sherman and Tingle to talk about her upcoming 6 show stay at The Chicago Theatre, and sticks around for Match ONE!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Comedian Nikki Glaser is coming back to The Chicago Theatre with a new show added on June 1 and talks to Dave Plier about her comfort on stage and her style of comedy.

Comedian Nikki Glaser is coming back to The Chicago Theatre with a new show added on June 1 and talks to Dave Plier about her comfort on stage and her style of comedy.

Comedian Pat McGann joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to preview his LIVE show at the historic Chicago Theatre on Saturday, January 25, touring with his kids and more!

Comedian and fellow Chicagoan Pat McGann joins host John Landecker on the program to talk about how he got into stand-up comedy, tell some jokes, and tell us all about the show he has coming up at The Chicago Theatre on January 25th!

Ben Schwartz talks 'Ben Schwartz & Friends' coming to The Chicago Theatre full 1199 Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:17:24 +0000 Qw3mtEnAj9uMYuO4YDPZEIbfQNwDnC6P sports Bernstein & Harris sports Ben Schwartz talks 'Ben Schwartz & Friends' coming to The Chicago Theatre Dan Bernstein and Marshall Harris bring you fun, smart and compelling Chicago sports talk with great listener interaction. The show features discussion of the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox as well as the biggest sports headlines beyond Chicago. Leila Rahimi joins the show as a co-host on Wednesdays. Recurring guests include Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards, Pro Football Talk founder Mike Florio, Cubs outfielder Ian Happ and Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. Catch the show live Monday through Friday (10 a.m.- 2 p.m. CT) on 670 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%

LinkedIn has become the place for professionals to show off their business success, but sometimes, it gets awkward. If you've ever laughed (or cringed) at a LinkedIn post, this one's for you.  In this episode, Nik Sharma, the “legend of e-commerce,” and Nate Meeker, a sharp-witted comedian, break down the strangest, funniest, and most cringeworthy LinkedIn posts out there. We'll talk about why people think LinkedIn is the right place for these awkward narratives, how social media algorithms reward them, and what this means for entrepreneurs and influencers trying to grow their businesses and personal brands. Get ready to laugh, because we're diving straight into the dirty little secrets of social media marketing and what really goes viral on LinkedIn. Tune in now to hear Nik Sharma and Nate Meeker share tips for growing your business and social media following without becoming a meme. Don't miss this bold, hilarious look at LinkedIn's wild side! ———————————————————————————————— John Coyle is an expert in simplifying the complex world of eCommerce for business owners and operators. With extensive experience in navigating the challenges of thin margins, lengthy PnLs, and managing large teams, John has developed reliable systems that drive more customers to eCommerce stores and boost revenue from existing customers and subscribers. His focus on streamlining revenue generation allows store owners to concentrate on what truly matters—their products and teams. Through his strategic approach, John empowers eCommerce businesses to thrive in a highly competitive market. Website: https://www.thedivenewsletter.com/squeeze-page1712742970440   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnjhcoyle  Twitter: https://x.com/johnjhcoyle  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-coyle-1bb231120/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@johnjhcoyle  ———————————————————————————————— Nik Sharma is the CEO of Sharma Brands, a strategic firm dedicated to helping brands scale and grow revenue across digital platforms. Recognized as one of AdWeek's Young & Influential and Forbes 30 Under 30, Nik has built a reputation as a leading force in the world of commerce. He's also been named one of Business Insider's Investors to Watch, serving as both an investor and advisor to some of the fastest-growing brands. In this episode, Nik shares his expertise on digital strategies and what it takes to drive brand success in the rapidly evolving eCommerce landscape. Website: https://www.nik.co/   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrniksharma/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharmabrands/  Twitter: https://x.com/mrsharma  ———————————————————————————————— Nate Meeker is a comedian and actor hailing from Columbus, Ohio, now making waves in Los Angeles. Known for his sharp sketch comedy and stand-up videos, Nate has garnered over 850,000 followers on social media, with his content amassing more than 250 million views across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Nate regularly opens for Tim Dillon and has performed at iconic venues such as The Comedy Mothership, The Chicago Theatre, and The Hollywood Improv. In this episode, Nate shares his journey in comedy, the power of social media, and insights from the road. Website: https://natemeeker.com/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natemeeker_/   Twitter: https://x.com/natemeeker1   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/natemeeker12/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCprhoS3jtOVf8yYe_V-WXjQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode three children, Donovan, Layla, and Ruby, explore the idea of resilience — being able to move through the hard things we face and bounce back or recover afterward. They share times they have had to practice resilience, and then they help a Link-a-deedle friend, LaLeek, who lives in the Land of Qook-a-lackas, learn about resilience. The guest star in this episode is Marc Grapey, an actor, director, writer and producer, with credits on stage, as well as in movies and TV. Marc has been a fixture of the Chicago Theatre community for the last 25 years, often appearing at Victory Gardens, The Goodman, Steppenwolf, and Writer's Theatre. He made his Broadway debut in 2005 opposite Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick in the hit revival of Neil Simon's The Odd Couple. His numerous films include SuperBad, Adventureland, The Day Trippers, While You Were Sleeping, At Any Price, Keeping up with the Joneses, and the upcoming Steven Spielberg produced Captive State. He has made over 60 guest appearances on television. The original song in the episode, "On With The Show," was written and performed by educator/composer Benjamin Weiner. Sound design and mixing is by Ahmed Ashour, and the ukulele music you hear is by actor and composer Bill English.Find more resources and activities to keep the learning going online at https://playsparkler.org/little-kids-big-hearts-resilience/.

Jerrell L. Henderson is a Theatre Director, Puppeteer, and African American Theatre Historian and Archivist. Through the mediums of theatre and/or puppetry and film, Jerrell seeks to disrupt generational curses of self-hate (i.e. racism, homophobia, religious intolerance, etc.). Intellectually curious and emotionally dexterous, Jerrell is at home in a number of wide-ranging genres including, but not limited to, American Realism, Magical Realism, Traditional and Contemporary Musical Theatre, Poetic Black-Queer Narratives, and Live Spectacle Events. Upcoming projects include directing Ragtime at Metropolis Arts Center this Spring. A recipient of a 2023 Henson Foundation Workshop Grant and the 2022 League of Chicago Theatre's Samuel G. Roberson Fellowship, Jerrell will present an original shadow play titled, AmericanMYTH: Crossroads with Free Street Theatre this Fall. Recent projects include directing Reverie by James Ijames (2022 Pulitzer Prize recipient for Fat Ham) with Azuka Theatre in Philadelphia, co-directing Marys Seacole by Jackie Sibblies Drury with Griffin Theatre in Chicago, and collaborating with The Classical Theatre of Harlem and St. Ann's Warehouse on: When The World Sounds Like A Prayer (https://www.cthnyc.org, walkwithamal.org) in Bryant Park in NYC. Other credits include Mlima's Tale with Griffin Theatre (Jeff Award nomination for Direction and Best Play), The River with BoHo Theatre, and Untitled with Inis Nua (Barrymore Award nomination for Outstanding Direction of a Play). Puppet short films include a filmed version of his signature puppetry piece, I Am The Bear with The Chicago International Puppet Theatre Festival. Other puppet short films include, Hamlin: La Revue Sombre with Heather Henson's Handmade Puppet Dreams and Diamond's Dream with Chicago Children's Theatre. His Juneteenth Puppet Protest: The Welcome Table was featured in the New York Times (June 2020) and his Fall 2020 puppetry celebration of the lives of John Lewis and C.T. Vivian titled, Black Butterfly was later expanded into an educational performance piece with Tria Smith of Guild Row and a student collective working with Urban Growers Collective on Chicago's South Side. He received his MFA in Theatre Directing from Northwestern University (2015), is an artistic associate with Black Lives, Black Words, is a member of Lincoln Center's Directors Lab (2012), and was a Henson Foundation sponsored participant at the Eugene O'Neill National Puppetry Conference (2020). He is on the board of Directors Gathering. (DG) is a national organization based in Philadelphia, PA which offers theatre directors consistent community, resources, and elevation.  As a theatre historian and archivist, Jerrell contributed to Fifty Key Musicals (Routledge Press). He authored the chapter on Shuffle Along (1921) and co-authored the chapter on The Wiz (1975). He also serves as the creator and curator of black_theatre_vinyl_archive on Instagram. black_theatre_vinyl_archive is an extensive collection of vinyl albums which highlight the contributions of members of the African Diaspora in Theatre/Musical Theatre History.  

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Kathy Griffin is one of the most resilient entertainment personalities on record. Living life as an open book, we have been witnessing her career triumphs as well as her personal and public low points. Hitting the road with her new show tour, My Life on the PTSD-List, and having just announced her Fall extension hitting up Carnegie Hall and The Chicago Theatre among a long list of others, she is once again using her voice to cause a sensation on behalf of the LGBTQ community, those who suffer from PTSD, and those who give a damn about the future of the nation. A recent cancer survivor and being diagnosed with PTSD, she is hitting the stage maybe a bit more delicate, but no less fierce. What was supposed to be a quick, formal interview turned into a lively and revealing conversation with Kathy about some of the bumps in the road, grief, the power of comedy, her activism as an ally that actually started when she was a kid, of course we talked politics, and even have a pop-up appearance from E. Jean Carroll who was in Kathy's hotel room when we chatted, we talked about Kathy's amazing parents, and we got all the scoop on Kathy's new tour. And kids, she needs our help. Check out the part of our chat where we talk about Kathy's three-year court case that is happening in Tennessee, all because she stood up for our community on social media. Why hasn't the media made a bigger deal out of it? Good question. If she loses this fight, it will set a precedent for capturing hate action on social media. Time to rally the troops!Hosted by Alexander Rodriguez. @alexanderisonairCheck out our in-depth chat with her in the current issue of Metrosource or at Metrosource.com  For info on Kathy's tour head to KathyGriffin.net 

Legendary entertainer and music icon Donny Osmond joins Lisa Dent to talk about his career, growing up in the spotlight, the time he spent with Michael Jackson as a child, and raising a family. Donny Osmond will bring his award-winning Las Vegas production to The Chicago Theatre on Friday, June 14, 2024 at 8:00PM, as part […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the announcement from ‘The Golden Bachelor’ couple, why J.K. Rowling slams some of the ‘Harry Potter’ actors, and the return of Taylor Swift’s music on TikTok. They also discuss the Chicago Theatre’s extended shows, […]

Bramble Theatre Company is thrilled to open the Bramble Arts Loft, a brand new peformance space in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood. Learn more at brambletheatre.org.Connect with host Melissa Schmitz***Sign up for the 101 Stage Adaptations Newsletter***101 Stage AdaptationsFollow the Podcast on Facebook & InstagramRead Melissa's plays on New Play ExchangeConnect with Melissa on LinkedInWays to support the show:- Buy Me a Coffee- Tell us your thoughts in our Listener Survey!- Give a 5-Star rating- Write a glowing review on Apple Podcasts - Send this episode to a friend- Share on social media (Tag us so we can thank you!)Creators: Host your podcast through Buzzsprout using my affiliate link & get a $20 credit on your paid account. Let your fans directly support you via Buy Me a Coffee (affiliate link).

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Mark Larson, the author of Ensemble: An Oral History of Chicago Theatre, returns to the podcast to talk about his newest book, Working in the 21st Century: An Oral History of American Work in a time of Social and Economic Transformation, a powerful and insightful collection of interviews that gives a megaphone to some important but quiet voices. Mark reveals how this latest book is timed to the 50th anniversary of Studs Terkel's classic oral history Working; the joys of serendipity; how subjects reveal themselves to interviewers; the important work of giving a megaphone to quiet voices; and the path towards making this new Working a classroom staple (and maybe a Broadway musical). (Length 18:02)

Yep you read that right, The Chicago Medieval Torture Museum is a must see spot for those interested in the weird and bizarre ways that people have been tortured throughout history. Did someone say "Date Night!!" It's located in downtown Chicago right next to the Chicago Theatre so the next time you think you're having a bad day go check out this place and be happy that's not happening to you!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yep you read that right, The Chicago Medieval Torture Museum is a must see spot for those interested in the weird and bizarre ways that people have been tortured throughout history. Did someone say "Date Night!!" It's located in downtown Chicago right next to the Chicago Theatre so the next time you think you're having a bad day go check out this place and be happy that's not happening to you!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Huberman, Ph.D., the host of the immensely popular Huberman Lab podcast, has become a household name for his engaging and informative discussions on the latest scientific findings. With 172 episodes under his belt, Huberman has inspired countless listeners to adopt his protocols, from getting morning sunlight to optimize their daily energy to trying AG1 for their daily supplement fix and investing in an Oura ring to track their sleep. When I learned that Huberman would be sharing exclusive insights not available in his podcasts at one of his rare live events, I made sure to secure a spot at the sold-out Chicago Theatre, which seats an impressive 3,600 people. As he took the stage, Huberman exuded a natural charisma, pacing around in his signature all-black ensemble while sharing personal anecdotes and occasionally poking fun at himself. One particularly memorable moment was when Huberman shared a story about a back problem he had faced. He revealed that the single most effective exercise he did to alleviate the issue was to "hump the wall," which involves facing a wall while flexing and extending the lower back. The audience erupted in laughter, and Huberman nearly demonstrated the exercise right then and there. Throughout the evening, I discovered that Huberman, with his conversational style and straightforward, scientific approach, is remarkably relatable. Here are some of the key takeaways from his Chicago presentation: Firstly, Huberman practices what he preaches—well, most of the time. Despite his emphasis on optimizing his schedule for good sleep, he admitted to occasionally staying up past 11 to binge-watch Chimp Empire, potentially disrupting his sleep cycle. This serves as a reminder that even the most dedicated individuals are only human, and it's okay to cut ourselves some slack from time to time. Secondly, Huberman's passion for science is truly contagious. As he shared stories from his life and childhood, including his fascination with cuttlefish and their shapeshifting abilities, his love for biology shone through. His anecdote about discovering the cuttlefish's intelligence after initially doubting their camouflage skills hammered home the incredible nature of other species and his deep appreciation for the quirks of the natural world. Thirdly, Huberman is exploring the concept of stillness as a means to foster creativity. He recounted a conversation with record producer Rick Rubin, who shared that he felt most creative when his body was completely still. Huberman noted that this idea is supported by the example of Albert Einstein, who was known to abruptly stop mid-walk to think. According to Huberman, stillness allows the mind to expand and ideas to find us, much like the vivid dreams experienced during REM sleep. Fourthly, Huberman believes in the importance of delight, particularly the "early moments of delight" experienced during our pre-sexual stage. He suggests that these moments reveal something about our individual neurology and provide us with energy. While neuroplasticity declines after age 25, making it harder to "rewire" the brain, Huberman encourages us to think back to what delighted us as children and to pursue those activities. Lastly, Huberman demonstrated his openness to not knowing everything during the Q&A session. When asked about his spiritual take and whether prayer is manufactured in the brain, he responded, "I'm intrigued by the possibility that there are things not meant to be explored. Our species can allow room for things we can't explain with science. There's great value in allowing space for things greater than us." He emphasized that spirituality isn't about hedging bets but rather about knowing oneself. As the evening drew to a close, Huberman thanked the audience for their interest in science, just as he does at the end of his podcasts. His Chicago presentation not only provided exclusive insights but also showcased his relatability, passion, and openness to the mysteries of the world. It's no wonder that Andrew Huberman has become a trusted source of knowledge and inspiration for so many. Thanks for listening to Quiet Please. Remember to like and share wherever you get your podcasts

A very special re-release celebrating the 5th anniversary of Chicago Artist Circle. This premiere episode made its debut on January 24th, 2019. For the first time in podcast form- a gathering with Chicago's finest leading ladies. 

Recently I had the pleasure of hosting a live event in Chicago, IL. This event was part of a lecture series called The Brain Body Contract. My favorite part of the evening was the question & answer period, where I had the opportunity to answer questions from the attendees of each event. Included here is the Q&A from our event in Chicago, IL at The Chicago Theatre. We'll be hosting four live events in Australia in February 2024. Limited tickets remain for our show in Melbourne on February 10, 2024, and our second show in Sydney at the Aware Super Theatre on February 18, 2024. For tickets and event details, please visit https://www.hubermanlab.com/events. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction (00:02:42) What Is Your Best Advice to Keep My Brain Healthy in Old Age? (00:07:07) How Can I Optimize Sleep While Working 24 Hour Shifts? (00:10:17) How Does Hypnosis Therapy Work? (00:17:15) Psychedelics in Clinical Therapy (00:30:23) How Has Your Podcast Changed Your Life? (00:35:21) What Do You Feel Is the Next Big Thing in the Health Space? (00:44:31) Daylight Saving Time: Is It Worth the Productivity Trade-Off? (00:46:34) Enhancing Neuroplasticity: Strategies for a 19-Year-Old College Student (00:50:17) How Can We Transform the American Education System to Be More Effective? (00:54:06) Conclusion Title Card Photo Credit: Mike Blabac Disclaimer

Comedy icon Chevy Chase joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to talk about the classic holiday film ‘National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation', Caddyshack, Fletch, Funny Farm, and his appearance at The Chicago Theatre on Sunday, November 26th. For tickets visit chicagotheater.com/theaters

Hannibal Buress (and Eshu Tune) return to the city for a part-comedy, part-music show at the Chicago Theatre on Nov. 2 for 312 Comedy Festival. More than a year after his debut musical album as Eshu Tune, the Chicago-rooted comedian and actor is back with a new hilarious single “I LIFT WEIGHTS!!” And in case anyone was wondering, he *was* lifting weights in the booth while recording his vocals. Hannibal made his way back to the Vocalo studio to talk with hosts Bekoe and Nudia Hernandez about fusing comedy and music, his latest single, opening his own venue and more. This interview originally aired on Vocalo Radio 91.1 FM on Tuesday, Oct. 31 during The Windy City Hour. It was produced by Bekoe and Nudia Hernandez, and edited by Bekoe. Keep up with Hannibal Buress on Instagram @hannibalburess and Eshu Tune @eshutune.

Today we are joined by a stand up comedy legend, Paul Virzi. Paul headlines comedy clubs across North America and hosts two weekly podcasts, “The Virzi Effect,” and “Anything Better?” co-hosted with Bill Burr, on the All Things Comedy network. Paul has performed throughout Europe and in America's most iconic venues including, Madison Square Garden, The Chicago Theatre and Carnegie Hall.  Paul's NEW Special:https://www.netflix.com/title/81605956 Find out more about Paul:https://paulvirzi.com/ Grab some NEW dank merch here:https://shop.chadandjt.com/ Come see us on Tour!Tickets on http://www.chadandjt.com Call us, leave a 60 sec voicemail with your issue or question: 323-418-2019or write in to chadgoesdeeppodccast(at)gmail.com(Start with where you're from and name for best possible advice) Check out the reddit for some dank convo: https://www.reddit.com/r/ChadGoesDeep/ Episode Sponsored by: Marine Layer Clothing:  Find your new favorite fits and get 15% off Marine Layer with promo code GOINGDEEP15 at https://www.marinelayer.com/#marinelayerpod

Spend an evening with Chevy Chase at the Chicago Theatre after a screening of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation on November 26th. Jungkook will release his new solo album "Golden" on November 3rd. Blink 182 will release their new song and video for "Dance With Me" tomorrow.

Wine: BIO: Tiffany Yvonne Cox is a 1st generation Trinidadian actress, director, writer, and producer. She began her professional career interning at The Milwaukee Repertory Theatre. This launched her into the Chicago Theatre scene where she worked with companies such as Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, The House Theatre, The Goodman and many more. After her first TV role on Chicago Fire she decided to move to LA where she has worked on shows such as Grey's Anatomy, Dead To Me, and Good Trouble. She currently has a recurring role in the upcoming Raamla Mohamed/ Kerry Washington/ Larry Wilmore led legal drama Reasonable Doubt on Hulu and a lead on Hallmark's Mahogany film Napa Ever After. When not on screen or stage, Tiffany volunteers with the non-profit organization CSH Speak Up! where she supports those who have experienced homelessness in developing their story to share with legislation for more funding towards supportive housing. Once she realized bringing minority stories to the forefront was something she enjoyed creating through art, Tiffany began producing and directing. This began with collaborating on the Digital Series COMMUNE. Followed by her directorial debut of a short film called Roadside Assistance which has extended into a workshop on empathy and allyship. She directed the one woman show Whoa Man by Brianna Morris, the podcast play LaDonna's Epiphany featuring Anna Maria Horsford, and most recently Star Vehicle; a short film that is a comedic love letter to all actors with a look into the world of the diversity day player. Follow Tiffany's work at www.tiffanyyvonnecox.com and www.roadsideassistancewkshp.com. Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Kathleen Madigan joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss how comedians were able to sell out large venues during the pandemic, her journey in the podcasting realm, and exciting details about her upcoming performance at the Chicago Theatre on September 23rd.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier sits down with comedian Nikki Glaser on her rise in the comedy world, her jokes about sex, commitment, boyfriends, drinking, parents and her safe space performing on the stage. Nikkiglaser.com

A theatre director, puppeteer, and African American theatre historian and archivist that seeks to disrupt generational curses of self-hate, racism, homophobia, and religious intolerance. Intellectually curious and emotionally dexterous, Jerrell is at home in a wide range of genres including, but not limited to, American Realism, Magical Realism, Traditional and Contemporary Musical Theatre, Poetic Black-Queer Narratives, and Live Spectacle Events. He is the recipient of a 2023 Henson Foundation Workshop Grant and the 2022 League of Chicago Theatre's Samuel G. Roberson Fellowship. Recent projects include directing Reverie by James Ijames (2022 Pulitzer Prize recipient for Fat Ham) with Azuka Theatre in Philadelphia, co-directing Marys Seacole by Jackie Sibblies Drury with Griffin Theatre in Chicago, and collaborating with The Classical Theatre of Harlem and St. Ann's Warehouse on: When The World Sounds Like A Prayer in Bryant Park in NYC. Other credits include Mlima's Tale with Griffin Theatre (Jeff Award nomination for Direction and Best Play), The River with BoHo Theatre, and Untitled with Inis Nua (Barrymore Award nomination for Outstanding Direction of a Play). His puppet short films include a filmed version of his signature puppetry piece, I Am The Bear with The Chicago International Puppet Theatre Festival. His other puppet short films include, Hamlin: La Revue Sombre with Heather Henson's Handmade Puppet Dreams and Diamond's Dream with Chicago Children's Theatre. His Juneteenth Puppet Protest: The Welcome Table was featured in the New York Times and his Fall 2020 puppetry celebration of the lives of John Lewis and C.T. Vivian titled, Black Butterfly was later expanded into an educational performance piece with Tria Smith of Guild Row and a student collective working with Urban Growers Collective on Chicago's South Side. He received his MFA in Theatre Directing from Northwestern University, is an artistic associate with Black Lives, Black Words, is a member of Lincoln Center's Directors Lab, and was a Henson Foundation sponsored participant at the Eugene O'Neill National Puppetry Conference.  As a theatre historian and archivist, Jerrell contributed to Fifty Key Musicals (Routledge Press). He authored the chapter on Shuffle Along (1921) and co-authored the chapter on The Wiz (1975). 

As supreme luck would have it, en route from Japan to their home in London, Cris Cole and Christine St. John pop in to visit Kath and Jan in the studio for an hour of catching up on old times. Christine and Kath reminisce about their early salad days in what we now know was the Golden Age of Chicago Theatre, from about 1985 to whenever we left in the nineties. Kidding, not kidding. We discuss their food history with their parents, what Kath learned when she traveled around the world with them and Christine's famed Chicken Á L'Orange and Lean Cuisines. We discuss how Christine's life turned to Technicolor (think Wizard of Oz moment) when she realized her new husband was an ace cook. Christine has since taken over the cooking duties and we discuss the contrast of their two cooking styles: Cris energetically improvises and Christine measures calmly. We also discuss Veganism and their forever commitment to it and both Jan and Kath both once again realize that they eat way too much meat. A truly wonderful conversation – listen in!

In the final hour, Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel were joined by Score teammate Mark Grote, who shared a live report from the Bears-Colts joint practice. Later, comedian Tony Hinchliffe joined the program to preview his show Saturday at the Chicago Theatre.

Hi there, Today I am so excited to be arts calling playwright, screenwriter, and novelist David Scott Hay! About our Guest: DSH is an award-winning playwright and screenwriter. As a novelist, he is a 2x Kirkus Prize nominee. He currently lives with his wife and son and dog and chickens and a dozen typewriters in a valley between the ocean, the mountains, and the desert. [NSFW] is his second novel. Davidscotthay.com for more whatnot. https://linktr.ee/Ravenetc | Insta: @david.scott.hay.official [NSFW] now available from Whiskey Tit! https://whiskeytit.com/product/nsfw/ About [NSFW]: Set in the world of social media moderators, @Sa>ag3 and @Jun1p3r must survive their first 90 days to qualify for health benefits and a life-changing mystery bonus. As they flag a nonstop torrent of the most heinous [NSFW] videos, their coping mechanisms expand to include office sex, drugs, and a jellyfish. But when copium is no longer an option, @Sa>ag3 & @Jun1p3r turn to a more bizarre form of therapy: intimacy. Meanwhile a stream of ominous warning videos keeps popping up… COMING SOON… hinting at an event that will alter the American landscape. The clock starts now. Thanks for this amazing conversation, DSH! All the best! -- Arts Calling is produced by Jaime Alejandro (cruzfolio.com). If you like the show: leave a review, or share it with someone who's starting their creative journey! Your support truly makes a difference! Go make a dent: much love, j https://artscalling.com

Comedian Leanne Morgan is now on her "Just Getting Started" tour, and she'll be stopping in Chicago on August 26th at the Chicago Theatre. She joins Rob Johnson and Jane on the Steve Cochran show to talk about her life, comedy, and tour. You can find more information here: leannemorgan.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Williams, legendary guitarist and founding member of rock bank Kansas, joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to talk about their concert this weekend at The Chicago Theatre, the early days forming the band and recording their first album, the evolution of rock, and more!

Grammy, Emmy and Tony award winner Billy Porter joins Lisa Dent to talk about his career, his latest single Fashion, and his Black Mona Lisa Tour: Vol. 1 that’s playing at the Chicago Theatre. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

In addition to his show at Soldier Field, Ed Sheeran just added another show at the Chicago Theatre on July 28th. The MTV Movie and TV Awards have announced some new presenters including Sarah Michelle Gellar, Anthony Ramos, Busta Rhymes, Jamie Lee Curtis and the Little Mermaids Halle Bailey. During the final episode of the Late Late Show with James Corden his good friend Harry Styles had this to say about a possible One Direction reunion.

Chicago's very own, comedian Pat McGann talks to WGN Radio's Dave Plier about this Saturday's (4/22/2023) two performances at The Chicago Theatre! For tickets: chicago-theater.com.

Southside Native & Comedian Pat McGann joins the Steve Cochran Show to talk about his upcoming show at the Chicago Theatre this Saturday!  Don't miss your chance to see Pat: https://www.chicago-theater.com/theaters/chicago-theater/pat-mcgann.php  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Serenade 2 - Walt Strony & Ken Double Broadcast on Serenade Radio on 13th April, 2023 Name Artist Album Year Comments Down By The Riverside Walt Strony Encores! Volume 2 [Walt Strony CD] 1986 3-14 Wurlitzer, Riverside Theatre, Milwaukee, WI The Best Is Yet To Come Ken Double Let's Play Two [CD] 2014 4-21 Robert Morton Hybrid, Larry Grundy Residence, North San Diego County, CA Fascinating Rhythm Walt Strony Mundelein 1980 [Walter Strony LP] 1980 4-19 Howell-Wurlitzer, St. Mary Of The Lake Auditorium, Mundelein, IL Waters Of The Perkiomen Walt Strony Plays The Chicago Theater Wurlitzer [WS Productions WSP-1] 1976 4-27 Wurlitzer, Chicago Theatre, Chicago, IL It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing) Walt Strony Theatre Organ Showpieces 2013 4-60 Wurlitzer, Vince & Pat Aveni Residence, Gates Mills, OH Ruby Walt Strony It's Still Incredible [WSP-4] 3-19 Allen based on Wurlitzer in Ambassador Theatre, St. Louis, recorded in Hallstrom residence, Northern California Alabamy Bound Ken Double ATOS 2009 Regional: Alabama Jubilee 2009 4-29 Wurlitzer, Alabama Theatre, Birmingham, AL; November 27-30, 2009 Funiculi, Funicula Ken Double Magnificent Melodies On "Mighty Mo" [A.E.Schlueter Pipe Organ Production] 2021 4-42 Moller, Fox Theatre, Atlanta, GA Broadway Baby Ken Double Music Of Casa Loma [TTOS CD] 2008 4-15 Wurlitzer, Casa Loma, Toronto; www.kendoubleentertainment.com Pass Me By Ken Double Great Ladies Of Song [CIC-ATOS CD] 2003 3-18 Barton, Warren Performing Arts Center, Indianapolis, IN

SZA unveiled more ‘S.O.S.' Tour dates in North America and Europe. The Weeknd teased new music featuring Future. Chelsea Handler's LBB Tour is coming to The Chicago Theatre on Friday, Oct. 27, 2023.

A livestream recap of Tedeschi Trucks Band at The Chicago Theatre March 31 and April 1 with fans Kelly Keyes, David Flamm, Staci Feldman, Jeff Fink, and Larry Williams who were all there! Latest Livestreams on YouTube, Latest Episodes on YouTube, instagram.com/tedeschitruckspodcast, tedeschitruckspodcast.com, adamchoit.com, tedeschitrucksband.com

A Chicago round 1 recap with fans Bob Hundertmark, Kelly Keyes, and Richard Dunham, who were there! Kelly also founded the new sober Tedeschi Trucks Band group, Made Up Minds, which we also discuss. Latest Livestreams on YouTube, Latest Episodes on YouTube, instagram.com/tedeschitruckspodcast, tedeschitruckspodcast.com, adamchoit.com, tedeschitrucksband.com

Chicago's very own programmer and critic John Dickson joins Adam and Mike as the trio look back at the Clint Eastwood thriller two-fer, PLAY MISTY FOR ME (1971) and THE BEGUILED (1971) that opened at the Chicago Theatre on March 8, 1972.

It's morbin' time! Paul, Jason, and June are LIVE from the Chicago Theatre to break down the 2022 Jared Leto superhero flick Morbius. With the help of a nerd in the audience, the crew discuss if Morbius can fly due to his hollow bones or because it's simply a windy day, if Matt Smith's character name is Milo or Lucien, and wonder if Morbius could use a little help from Beetlejuice. Plus, they ask the all-important question, "Would you donate blood for someone to drink?"Go to www.hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, and more.Follow Paul on Letterboxd https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul's Discord: https://discord.gg/paulscheerCheck out Paul and Rob Huebel live on Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/friendzone) every Thursday 8-10pm ESTSubscribe to The Deep Dive with Jessica St. Clair and June Diane Raphael here: listen.earwolf.com/deepdiveSubscribe to Unspooled with Paul and Amy Nicholson here: listen.earwolf.com/unspooledCheck out The Jane Club over at www.janeclub.comCheck out new HDTGM merch over at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmWhere to Find Jason, June & Paul:@PaulScheer on Instagram & Twitter@Junediane on IG and @MsJuneDiane on TwitterJason is not on Twitter

Need a good laugh during the holidays? We've brought in a ringer! Chuck and Guff get together with Chicago comedian and diehard White Sox fan Pat McGann to talk about life, comedy, going on tour with Sebastian Maniscalco, his upcoming shows at The Chicago Theatre, his beloved White Sox and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's bottoms up when Lovett or Leave It rolls into town for a show at the beautiful Chicago Theater. The Chicago Gay Men's Chorus reminds us we were born this way: tired and gay. Ali Barthwell does the Cell Block Tango with Trump's murderers' row of henchmen. Abby McEnany serves up the Gay News deep dish. A former Jane (Kim Quindlen) gives us hope in a post-Roe world. Ashley Ray and Lovett raise a shot glass to the Second City, and our Hot Takes are the only thing steamier than this humid Windy City summer.--Thanks to The Chicago Theatre and MSG Entertainment for hosting this week's show.

It's bottoms up when Lovett or Leave It rolls into town for a show at the beautiful Chicago Theater. The Chicago Gay Men's Chorus reminds us we were born this way: tired and gay. Ali Barthwell does the Cell Block Tango with Trump's murderers' row of henchmen. Abby McEnany serves up the Gay News deep dish. A former Jane (Kim Quindlen) gives us hope in a post-Roe world. Ashley Ray and Lovett raise a shot glass to the Second City, and our Hot Takes are the only thing steamier than this humid Windy City summer.--Thanks to The Chicago Theatre and MSG Entertainment for hosting this week's show.

Guest host Alyssa Mastromonaco joins Jon, Jon and Dan live in Chicago! Democrats look for ways to protect abortion access as the midterms approach. This week's Ohio primary strengthens Trump's position as kingmaker in the GOP. Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow joins to talk about confronting Republican extremism head-on. And the show ends with a game and a few shots of Chicago's hometown hooch. Special thanks to MSG Entertainment and The Chicago Theatre! With our constitutionally protected right to abortion under attack, abortion funds are working nonstop to make sure people can still access (and afford) abortion.Visit votesaveamerica.com/roe to learn more, donate, and take action. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast.