Chicago theaters bet on the future

As 2026 kicks off, several companies are preparing plans for new homes that will give them more space for community involvement.

Manual Cinema’s CHRISTMAS CAROL Will Return to Chicago’s Studebaker Theater

Plus, get the best of BroadwayWorld delivered to your inbox, and unlimited access to our editorial content across the globe. Featuring hundreds of handmade puppets, immersive sound design and a ...

Chicago’s Manual Cinema on why puppets are such a draw in digital age

The Chicago International Puppet Theatre Festival is underway. One of the hottest tickets this year was Manual Cinema’s “The ...

The next iteration of the 400 Theater

The New 400 Theaters closed in 2023, leaving the far north side without a cinema. This year, new ownership will reopen the historic Rogers Park institution.

Chicago’s Music Box Theatre ranked among world’s most beautiful cinemas

CHICAGO – Chicago’s legendary Music Box Theatre in Lakeview ranks among the most beautiful movie theaters in the world, according to Time Out. Time Out recently updated its list of the most beautiful ...

Manual Cinema's Christmas Carol returns to Chicago's historic Studebaker Theater

Holiday magic fills Chicago's historic Fine Arts Building and Studebaker Theater this December with the return of Manual Cinema's Christmas Carol for a limited run, December 12-28. Featuring hundreds ...

One of the most expensive paintings ever sold by a living artist once hung largely unnoticed in a Chicago hotel lobby

In honor of artist Gerhard Richter's 94th birthday, the story of "Domplatz, Mailand," the $37 million painting that hung for 15 years next to the front desk at the Park Hyatt Chicago.

Cubs Fans Will Love Alex Bregman’s Latest Quote on Challenging Dodgers

The Chicago Cubs entered the offseason with one clear goal in mind: add enough pieces to not just get back to the postseason, ...

Super Bowl 60 live blog: Patriots face Seahawks for NFL title

Follow live 2026 Super Bowl coverage as Drake Maye and Sam Darnold compete in the NFL championship. Get the latest updates as ...

2026 Election Questionnaire: Robin Kelly, United States Senate

People are paying too much for healthcare. I will never give up fighting for Americans to have access to quality care. As a ...

Voters worried about the cost of housing but Trump wants home prices to keep climbing

Trump's approach could bolster the Republican president’s standing with older voters, a group that over time has been more likely to vote in midterm elections.

Ranking every NFL team (including Bears) by 2026 strength of schedule

Looking ahead to the 2026 season, the Bears have the most difficult strength of schedule in the NFL (based on last year's results). Their opponents had a win-loss percentage of .550 (which is actually ...

Chicago Bulls vs Brooklyn Nets Prediction, 2/9/2026 Preview and Pick

The Chicago Bulls (24-28) are on their way to Barclays Center on Monday where they will take on the Brooklyn Nets (13-37).

Is Ayo Dosunmu making Timberwolves debut vs. Clippers after Bulls trade?

Timberwolves' newest guard, Ayo Dosunmu, is not listed on the injury report and set to make his debut against the Clippers ...

Driver killed in crash involving CTA bus in Heart of Chicago, police say

Chicago police are investigating a deadly crash involving a CTA bus on Sunday.

Our Chicago: What is Chicago 2050? The long-term plan for economic growth explained

Chicago's economy is changing, and the city is mapping out what's next: Chicago 2050, a long-term plan focused on growth and jobs.

Vatican announces Pope Leo will not visit U.S. this year

Pope Leo’s decision not to visit the U.S. in 2026 reflects his desire to emphasize the importance of other parts of the ...

Crash on I-94 leaves 1 dead, semi driver injured, police say

A crash on the Bishop Ford Freeway overnight left one driver dead and another injured on Chicago’s Far South Side.