Paul Lisnek hosts Curtain Call Chicago. This theater show presents interviews with the actors of major musicals and plays in Chicago both on Broadway Tour and playing in Chicagoland theaters. Interviews with directors and celebrities as well. Plus interviews include related areas of the arts and culture.
The show is hosted by multi-award winning TV and radio host and anchor Paul Lisnek, longtime personality on WGN-TV and radio in Chicago. His prior theater shows include: Broadway in Chicago Backstage and Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain.
Little Shop of Horrors at Porchlight Music Theatre through December 13th
Little Shop of Horrors plays at Porchlight Music Theatre from November 4th through December 13, 2026, at the Začek McVay Mainstage at the historic Biograph Theater. Enjoy this conversation featuring Andrew Linden, who stars as Seymour Krelborn; Alina Taber, who plays Audrey; and the production’s director, Michael Weber.
The Tony Award-winning musical tells the funny and frightening story of a shy flower-shop assistant, his co-worker crush, and a mysterious carnivorous plant that changes their lives. Set on Skid Row, it’s a classic musical created by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman.
28 Oct 2026
The Amazing Work of Kokandy Productions for the Chicago Theater Storefront Community
Kokandy Productions uses musical theater to tell complex, challenging stories. Scot Kokandy is the co-founder and executive producer of Kokandy Productions established in 2012 which has brought many successful productions of some of the best musical theater around.
From Sondheim’s Sunday in the Park and Into the Woods, to American Psycho, Hair and Jekyll & Hyde, every production an amazing use of storefront and often intimate space to create an unforgettable evening of theater.
From its beginnings to how the productions are selected and created, Scot is candid and interesting in this captivating conversation for anyone who loves Chicago theater and certainly for anyone who performs on a Chicago stage.
21 Oct 2026
L.A. Young Presents “A Tribute to Phyllis Hyman” at City Winery on November 3 rd ONLY
LA Young's Phyllis Hyman Tribute brings the music of one of soul and jazz’s most distinctive voices to life in an unforgettable live performance for ONE NIGHT ONLY at City Winery Chicago on November 3 rd , 2026.
If you love the timeless music of Phyllis Hyman, this is a tribute built for true listeners. LA Young is a contralto, sharing the same rare, rich, low-toned vocal range that made Hyman’s performances so captivating. Rather than an impersonation, Young is backed by her band, Soul Society™, with every arrangement performed live; nothing on tape.
Tickets can be purchased at: www.CityWinery.com/Chicago
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