Paloma Nozicka, Sam Blin, Joel Ewing and Cyd Blakewell in “The Snare” at Jackalope Theatre/Photo: Joel Maisonet
Monday
“A Wrinkle in Time” at Lifeline Theatre. A heartwarming adventure across the stars, in a newly revised adaptation of the beloved 1963 favorite by Madeleine L’Engle. Through April 9. For tickets and more information visit lifelinetheatre.com
“Time, The Beginning and The End of Everything” at The Plagiarists. Witness a fresh group of artists share brand new pieces exploring the theme of “time.” For more information visit theplagiarists.org
“Nothin’ Like a Dame: A Celebration of Women in Musical Theater” at Firebrand Theatre. Twenty-eight of Chicago’s fiercest divas take the stage for one-night-only to honor female composers and lyricists, pay tribute to iconic female roles and give audiences a sneak preview of Firebrand’s upcoming inaugural season. For tickets and more information visit firebrandtheatre.org
Tuesday
“The Snare” at Jackalope Theatre. In this world-premiere play about faith, doubt and growing up, the question is: who will you believe? Through April 1. For tickets and more information visit jackalopetheatre.org
“Little Me” at Porchlight Music Theatre. Porchlight Revisits series brings back this outrageously funny story of the rise to fame, and excessive fortune, of Belle Poitrine, a little girl from the wrong side of the tracks who finds her way to the right side as a self-invented celebrity. Through March 2. For tickets and more information visit porchlightmusictheatre.org
Wednesday
(front) Deanna Myers in a promotional image for “The Scene” at Writers Theatre
“The Scene” at Writers Theatre. This provocative comedy-drama explores the dark edges of commitment and the struggles of balancing authenticity with ambition. Through April 2. For tickets and more information visit writerstheatre.org
Thursday
“American Hwangap” at Halcyon Theatre. A deftly observant, funny and moving story about the difficulty of reunification and reconciliation during a weekend in the lives of one Korean-American family. Through April 1. For tickets and more information visit halcyontheatre.org
“Party On, Chicago!” at Gorilla Tango Theatre. The comedy ride you have been looking for filled with drinking games and hilarious twists. Thursdays through April 20. For tickets and more information visit gorillatango.com
“Valid Historia” at Under the Gun Theater. Join the ladies of Valid Historia each week as they improvise events in historic figures’ lives. Thursdays through March 30. For tickets and more information visit underthegun.theater
Friday
“Flanagan’s Wake” at Chicago Theater Works. Flanagan is dead, but don’t be sad because remembering his life is all about laughs! Open run. For tickets and more information visit chicagotheaterworks.com
“Rhinoceros” at The Public House Theatre. What would you do if everyone around you started turning into animals? Would you shrug and join them, or would you stand and fight? Through March 25. For tickets and more information visit thepubtheatre.com
“Strike Out with Jake Arrieta” at Under the Gun Theater. Hosted by Jake Arrieta* who interviews audience members about bad dates they have gone on before performing improv based on their stories. *not actually Jake Arrieta. Fridays through March 31. For tickets and more information visit underthegun.theater
“Creepin'” at Under the Gun Theater. An improvised comedy show that brings your bad social media habits to life. Fridays through March 31. For tickets and more information visit underthegun.theater
Saturday
“Skin for Skin” at The Agency Theater Collective. Explore the unintended consequences of torture in the name of God, country and money. Through April 4. For tickets and more information visit wearetheagency.org
“Short Shakespeare! Romeo and Juliet” at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Adapted and directed by Marti Lyons and featuring a dynamic ensemble cast, the production speaks to today’s young people about their own lives. Saturdays through March 25. For tickets and more information visit chicagoshakes.com
“Madagascar: A Musical Adventure” at Marriott Theatre. Join the familiar zoo escapees and embark on a truly unique and “crack-a-lackin'” adventure as each animal enjoys freedom for the very first time after spending their entire life in captivity. Through April 15. For tickets and more information visit marriotttheatre.com
“The Year I Didn’t Go to School: A Homemade Circus” at Chicago Children’s Theatre. If your child has ever begged to take a year off of school, let them find out what it’s like with this world premiere. Through March 19. For tickets and more information visit chicagochildrenstheatre.org
“The House Cup: A Harry Potter Drinking Show” at Under the Gun Theater. Play along from the audience, put your knowledge of the books to the test and have fun with other Potter aficionados. Wizard attire encouraged. Muggles welcome. Saturdays through April 29. For tickets and more information visit underthegun.theater
“Jack and the Beanstalk: A Panto Adventure” at Gorilla Tango Theatre. Can Jack climb the beanstalk and rescue the Princess? Or will she have to rescue him instead? Find out in this fun, interactive, gender-bending British Panto, suitable for the whole family. Saturdays through April 22. For tickets and more information visit gorillatango.com
“Because I Love You” at Gorilla Tango Theatre. A show that celebrates the many different methods of childrearing. Saturdays through April 22. For tickets and more information visit gorillatango.com
“Drinking Stories” at Under the Gun Theater. The best improvised comedy show you may never remember. Saturdays through April 8. For tickets and more information visit underthegun.theater
“Nothing But Net” at Curious Theatre Branch. In a never-before-seen do-or-die clash of theatrical titans, CTB brings their eccentricity and prowess to the basketball court. For tickets and more information visit curioustheatrebranch.com
Glen Obrero, Jamie Cahill and Davu Smith in Lifeline Theatre’s “A Wrinkle in Time”/Photo: Jackie Jasperson
Sunday
“Under the Gun’s Public Forum” at Under the Gun Theatre. Bring your best bellbottom jeans to debate the finest in pop culture of the early aughts. Sundays through April 9. For tickets and more information visit underthegun.theater
“Voices from the Dustbowl” at Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s LookOut Series. A concert collaboration between Fifth House Ensemble and the Chicago-based bluegrass band Henhouse Prowlers. For tickets and more information visit steppenwolf.org
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