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Newport Theater Revamps Chicago Landmark for Fresh New Fringe
A theater that once served as a staple in Chicago comedy gets a fresh start, thanks to Program Director Megan Hartmann and the team behind the Newport Theater. This week on the blog, Megan shares [...]
Double the Fun: Director Derek Van Barham Talks Multiple BTD Shows
As anyone working in the industry knows, theater people often juggle more than one show at once. Kokandy's new Producing Artistic Director Derek Van Barham is doing just that. This summer, he split his time [...]
19/20 Season Announcement Round-Up
While we try to make the summer last as long as possible, we are already excited about the treasure trove of shows lined up in BTD's 19/20 season. Below are just a sample of the [...]
Kids Take Center Stage at Emerald City’s Summer Camp
Summer vacation in Chicago means it's time for camp! Emerald City Theatre continues their support of Chicago's young artists through their summer theatre camp program, running now. I caught up with Education Coordinator Jessica Smoot [...]
The Syndicate’s First Read Amplifies Queer Voices
Editor's note: On occasion, BTD shifts their blog's attention to the self produced companies, DIY projects, and emerging artists that make up the next generation of theatre. This month, we focus on The Syndicate, an [...]
