Performing Arts Chicago to pack it up -- temporarily

Performing Arts Chicago -- the local producing organization that has presented innovative programming in dance, theater and music throughout its nearly 50-year history -- is temporarily ceasing operation for "restructuring."

East Boston Firehouse to become performance space

Youth music program Zumix, Inc. and the East Boston Community Development Corp. have been offered the Engine Co. 40 property to turn into a performance space, assuming the neighbors don't object.

Brooke Shields to Begin London Chicago Stint April 26 (Playbill)

Another big-name cast member for the London Chicago production: Brooke Shields will play Roxie Hart beginning April 26 for nine weeks. The show has been running for nearly seven-and-a-half years in the city, and during that time has often cast big stars to boost the box office.