Todd Hieggelke

A large group of performers stands on stage around a tall, illuminated tree with flowing fabric branches, set against a blue-lit backdrop.

by Todd Hieggelke | September 4, 2026

Can’t-Miss Chicago Stage Moments: Fall 2026

A woman in a red skirt and black top stands on stage as a man in a vest embraces her from behind. Other actors and dramatic lighting create a tense, theatrical atmosphere.

by Todd Hieggelke | August 24, 2026

Stage Top 5: September 2026

A dark silhouette of a metal structure, possibly a platform or tower, stands against a night sky filled with numerous bright stars.

by Todd Hieggelke | July 9, 2026

Stage Top 5: July/August 2026

A red heart is encased in a block of melting blue ice, with water pooling beneath it on a white background.

by Todd Hieggelke | May 29, 2026

Stage Top 5: June 2026

A modern, multi-story theater building with large glass windows and a vertical sign reading THEATRE. People walk and bike outside, with nearby trees, cars parked, and adjacent urban buildings. A person in glasses is in the foreground.

by Todd Hieggelke | May 1, 2026

Stage Top 5: May 2026

A man in a black jacket and backwards cap extends his hand toward the camera as if blocking it, with a serious expression, set against a bright red background.

by Todd Hieggelke | April 1, 2026

Stage Top 5: April 2026

A man in period clothing gently holds a feather near a womans shoulder from behind. The woman, dressed in a loose white shirt, looks ahead thoughtfully under warm stage lighting.

by Todd Hieggelke | February 4, 2026

Stage Top 5: February/March 2026

Text-heavy graphic with bold, colorful categories: The Music Makers, The Advocates + Changemakers, The Institutions, The Rising Stars + Storefront Stalwarts, The Producers + Places, over a black background.

by Todd Hieggelke | January 14, 2026

Players 2026: The Fifty People Who Really Perform for Chicago

A dramatic theater scene shows actors on a modern, multi-level stage. The upper level has people seated at a banquet, while below, actors interact in a large room with stairs and dramatic lighting.

by Todd Hieggelke | January 2, 2026

Stage Top 5: January 2026

Silhouette of a person with arms outstretched, holding a raised wine glass, in front of a blurred background showing people and chandeliers, suggesting a festive or celebratory scene.

by Todd Hieggelke | December 8, 2025

Manual Cinema Share Their Favorite Puppets From Their New Christmas Classic

Puppeteers set a scene with Ebenezer Scrooge

by Todd Hieggelke | November 21, 2025

Stage Top 5: December 2025

Two men in wigs face each other over a bright red background.

by Todd Hieggelke | November 3, 2025

Stage Top 5: November 2025

Light bulb lit on stand with various hands and legs coming out of it in different directions.

by Todd Hieggelke | October 2, 2025

Stage Top 5: October 2025

A photo of two actors over a red background collaged with a photo of Steppenwolf's exterior.

by Todd Hieggelke | August 25, 2025

Can’t-Miss Chicago Theater Moments: Fall 2025

A man on stage looks at a projection of Ava Gardner on a screen.

by Todd Hieggelke | August 22, 2025

Stage Top 5: September 2025