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The Newport Theater

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Give your money and support to Black artists -- these shows are all led by Black producers.

Events in this collection

Cocoa Pearlesque Presents: The Burlesque Remix Cabaret
Sat, Nov 1, 9:30 PM
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The Dollz Spectra (presented by Showdoll Heaux-ductions): Couple GOALZ
Sat, Dec 27, 9:30 PM
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You Don't F*ck Me! presented by Body Confidence for Queens
Thu, Jun 26, 7:30 PM
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The Dollz Spectra (presented by Showdoll Heaux-ductions): PRETTY IN PINK
Fri, Jun 13, 9:30 PM
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Happy Birthday, Mr. President
Wed, Mar 26, 7:30 PM
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The Dollz Spectra (presented by Showdoll Heaux-ductions): FIRE AND SPICE !
Fri, Mar 14, 9:30 PM
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Cocoa Pearlesque Presents: We're the Color Purple
Fri, Feb 14, 8:30 PM
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Fantasmia: Liturgy (presented by Luc Ami)
Thu, Feb 6, 8:00 PM
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Dreamland: A Love Letter to John Waters
Sat, Feb 1, 9:30 PM
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Pole Me Closer: 2 Year Anniversary Show!
Fri, Jan 31, 7:00 PM
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The Newport Theater

Organizer of Black Excellence

The Newport Theater is a 100-seat independent theater located in the heart of the Wrigleyville neighborhood in Chicago, IL. The Newport Theater hosts artist-produced burlesque, drag, comedy, and variety events.

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Belly Dance

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A collection of belly dance shows and classes at the Newport Theater.

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Burlesque

8 upcoming events

A collection of Newport's burlesque shows and classes! Photo of Juju Valentine by Greg Inda.

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Clown

2 upcoming events

A collection of physical theater and clown shows, classes and events at the Newport Theater

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Comedy

1 upcoming event

The Newport Theater offers a variety of sketch and stand-up comedy, including our weekly house show, Bye Bye Liver, Fridays at 7:00. Pictured (LtoR): Marissa Chastain, Dave Honigman, Fee Basanavicius, Prateek Srivastrava, Leo LaCamera. Photo by Greg Inda

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Dance

6 upcoming events

The Newport Theater has shows that feature belly dance, burlesque, Indian fusion dancing, and more! Photo of Shalaka Kulkarni by Peter Serocki

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Drag

3 upcoming events

The Newport Theater hosts a variety of drag productions, featuring some of the most talented drag artists that Chicago has to offer. Bring your tipping dollars! Photograph of Willy LaQueue by Greg Inda.

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LGBTQIA+ Events

6 upcoming events

This collection of events are queer-affirming and a place to connect with other folks in the LGBTQIA+ community.

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Newport Theater Camp classes

1 upcoming event

The Newport Theater Camp is a collection of classes/opportunities for those interested in learning new skills in fringe art forms like burlesque, physical comedy, Brazilian Zouk partner dancing, and more.

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Plan 9 Burlesque

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Catch the ass-tronauts of Plan 9 Burlesque as they present burlesque and variety shows that feature a nerdy twist!

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Belly Dance

No upcoming events

A collection of belly dance shows and classes at the Newport Theater.

Collection image for Burlesque

Burlesque

8 upcoming events

A collection of Newport's burlesque shows and classes! Photo of Juju Valentine by Greg Inda.

Collection image for Clown

Clown

2 upcoming events

A collection of physical theater and clown shows, classes and events at the Newport Theater

Collection image for Comedy

Comedy

1 upcoming event

The Newport Theater offers a variety of sketch and stand-up comedy, including our weekly house show, Bye Bye Liver, Fridays at 7:00. Pictured (LtoR): Marissa Chastain, Dave Honigman, Fee Basanavicius, Prateek Srivastrava, Leo LaCamera. Photo by Greg Inda

Collection image for Dance

Dance

6 upcoming events

The Newport Theater has shows that feature belly dance, burlesque, Indian fusion dancing, and more! Photo of Shalaka Kulkarni by Peter Serocki

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Drag

3 upcoming events

The Newport Theater hosts a variety of drag productions, featuring some of the most talented drag artists that Chicago has to offer. Bring your tipping dollars! Photograph of Willy LaQueue by Greg Inda.

Collection image for LGBTQIA+ Events

LGBTQIA+ Events

6 upcoming events

This collection of events are queer-affirming and a place to connect with other folks in the LGBTQIA+ community.

Collection image for Newport Theater Camp classes

Newport Theater Camp classes

1 upcoming event

The Newport Theater Camp is a collection of classes/opportunities for those interested in learning new skills in fringe art forms like burlesque, physical comedy, Brazilian Zouk partner dancing, and more.

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Plan 9 Burlesque

No upcoming events

Catch the ass-tronauts of Plan 9 Burlesque as they present burlesque and variety shows that feature a nerdy twist!

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Sat, Oct 11, 9:30 PM

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The Life of a Burlesque Girl: A Taylor Swift Cabaret

Sat, Oct 4, 3:00 PM

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Fri, Oct 3, 6:00 PM + 134 more events

More dates available

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Haus of Havok presents: Trick or Tease Halloween Burlesque

Sat, Oct 4, 8:00 PM

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Sat, Oct 4, 3:00 PM

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Cirque du Full Tilt: A LIVE Burlesque Show!

Thu, Oct 30, 8:30 PM

Emporium Wicker Park • Chicago, IL

Newport Peek-Easy: Burlesque, Drag, and Variety Show

Sat, Oct 4, 7:00 PM + 11 more events

More dates available

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Red Lace Burlesque Show Chicago & Variety Show Chicago

Fri, Oct 3, 6:00 PM + 46 more events

More dates available

Red Lace Burlesque Austin • Chicago, IL

Bad Moon Burlesque: Halloween

Sat, Oct 25, 8:30 PM

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Sat, Oct 25, 10:00 PM

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