Porchlight Music Theatre

06/11/2026

2026/2027 Season Generals are done! Thanks to all the incredible Chicago-area actors who auditioned. We certainly have a deep bench here! Now, on to callbacks...

06/10/2026

Another great day of Live AEA and Non-Union Auditions for Porchlight's 2026/2027 Season. One day left!
(In the room today L-R: Associate Director/Choreographer Brenda Didier - "Dead Outlaw", accompanist Kevin Zhou, Artistic Director Michael Weber & accompanist Linda Madonia. (not pictured - Jeremy Wechsler, Director - "Dead Outlaw" [sorry, Jeremy!])
Porchlight Music Theatre is offering 1 more day of in person 2026/27 Season general auditions TOMORROW.
AEA actors make appointment online through the official Actors' Equity Association Member Portal or simply walk in.
Non-Union actors are welcome to walk in.
Date: Wednesday, June 10
Times: 11:30am - 3:30pm and 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Porchlight Rehearsal Studios, 4200 W. Diversey, Chicago.
Seeking:
Actors for all roles and understudies in “Little Shop of Horrors” and “Dead Outlaw” (Co-Production with Theater Wit)
(“Shake It Away: The Ann Miller Story” has been cast)
Chicago-local actors only. Productions will not consider out-of-town actors.
Preparation:
Please prepare a cut of a music selection appropriate to the production not to exceed 2-minutes. Have a second selection ready in the style of the productions. Bring sheet music, your book and a headshot/resume. An accompanist will be provided. No recordings, please. If you play advanced guitar, banjo or mandolin, you may bring it to demonstrate your skill.
Full Details can be found at: porchlightmusictheatre.org/about/opportunity/ See less

06/09/2026

For 31 seasons, Porchlight has loved bringing high-quality theater to Chicago. But what we’re most proud of is the community we’ve built with you. Every performance is a labor of love, and we see that same passion reflected in every audience member, student and donor who walks through our doors. Thank you for your incredible support—we can’t wait to share many more seasons of excellence and connection with you.

06/08/2026

Live AEA and Non-Union Auditions for Porchlight's
2026/2027 Season have begun!

(In the room today L-R: Accompanist Kevin Reeks, "Little Shop of Horrors" choreographer Nataki Rennie & Artistic Director Michael Weber.

Porchlight Music Theatre is offering 2 more days of in person 2026/27 Season general auditions.

AEA actors make appointments online through the official Actors' Equity Association Member Portal or simply walk in.
Non-Union actors are welcome to walk in both days.

Dates: Tuesday, June 9 & Wednesday, June 10
Times: 11:30am - 3:30pm and 4:30pm - 7:30pm (both days)
Location: Porchlight Rehearsal Studios, 4200 W. Diversey, Chicago.

Seeking:
Actors for all roles and understudies in “Little Shop of Horrors” and “Dead Outlaw” (Co-Production with Theater Wit)
(“Shake It Away: The Ann Miller Story” has been cast)

Chicago-local actors only. Productions will not consider out-of-town actors.

Preparation:
Please prepare a cut of a music selection appropriate to the production not to exceed 2-minutes. Have a second selection ready in the style of the productions. Bring sheet music, your book and a headshot/resume. An accompanist will be provided. No recordings, please. If you play advanced guitar, banjo or mandolin, you may bring it to demonstrate your skill.

Full Details can be found at: porchlightmusictheatre.org/about/opportunity/

06/08/2026

Mark your calendars! Tickets for Porchlight's signature "New Faces" series go on-sale July 7. Meet the future of Chicago music theatre at "New Faces Sing Broadway 1976" and witness them celebratie an entire Broadway season in 90 minutes with songs of that era, games and even sing-a-longs. In honor of the country’s semiquincentennial birthday celebrations, Porchlight shares the 1976 Broadway season that included "Chicago," "A Chorus Line," "Pacific Overtures," "Bubbling Brown Sugar" and more. This series often sells out, so give yourself the best shot at tickets by becoming a Subscriber and securing exclusive pre-sale access. Learn more and get yours today!

porchlightmusictheatre.org/2026-2027-season/

06/05/2026

Live piano, Broadway karaoke. Complimentary drinks and bites. Raising funds in support of Porchlight's mission with the Porchlight Young Professionals. What's not to LOVE!? Join us at the Bramble Arts Loft on July 11 for a Saturday evening full of amazing music, joyous ambiance and a space brimming with contagiously fun energy. Singer spots ARE limited so don't wait to snag your ticket to sing. Not a singer? No problem! Come to cheer on those reaching for the rafters and show your support for PYP and all things Porchlight. See you there!

Learn more and grab your tickets today: https://porchlightmusictheatre.org/pyp-open-mic-2026/

06/04/2026

Summer camp is an annual tradition of embracing the new: new skills, new friends, new adventures. Porchlight's Summer Camps are the best way to find some new! "Mini Musicals," one-week camps for ages 4–6, invite your actor to travel to another land, discover creative characters, explore fantastic worlds and create a completely original performance for the final day. Peruse all of this year's themes and find the perfect one for your budding performer. Our first camp begins June 15 and some are sold out or close! Adventure awaits. Register today.

Learn more: porchlightmusictheatre.org/summer-camp/ -musicals-ages-4-6

06/03/2026

Summer is HERE. And with it comes the triumphantly joyful return of Porchlight's FREE summer concert series, "Broadway in your Backyard." This 60 minute concert features incredible performances from PMT veterans Tafadzwa Diener, Nik Kmiecik, Juwon Tyrel Perry and Bethany Thomas, PLUS occasional special guests! Select dates include a "Kids Day" with activites and snacks brought by our education team, a "Picnic with PYP," Porchlight's Young Professionals Board and performances by PMTeens (our teen summer program) and The Chicago Academy for the Arts. Learn more about all tour dates and plan your night out in the park today! porchlightmusictheatre.org/2026-broadway-in-your-backyard/

05/31/2026

Video audition submissions for "Little Shop of Horrors" and "Dead Outlaw" end tonight, Sun May 31 at midnight.

In person season generals take place June 8-10 at Porchlight Rehearsal Studios. AEA and non-union details on how to participate can be found here: https://porchlightmusictheatre.org/about/opportunity/

05/31/2026

Take a road trip to Canadian Rockies with WPMT: Classic Musicals from the Golden Age of Radio as we invite you to listen to the 1944 radio broadcast of "Springtime in the Rockies." Starring Betty Grable and Carmen Miranda with Dick Powell and Verna Felton, "Springtime" is a joyful ride with a classic big band influenced score, perfect to enjoy while sitting on your porch with a cup of joe.

The WPMT premiere of “Springtime in the Rockies” starring (from the 1942 film) Betty Grable and Carmen Miranda with Dick Powell and Verna Felton is now live ...