We know this weekend is all about sunshine, beer and barbeques, but if you're looking to mix things up a bit, try one of these on for size. more ›

Love doesn’t hurt. It kills - literally. Or at least it does in the loud world of Girls vs. Boys, the new American Music Theatre Project musical. We’re not surprised that a musical about the battle of the sexes contains loud music, strong language, violent themes and nudity, but we’re a little frightened that breaking up leads to death in this show. (We’d probably all be dead if this happened in real life.) Emotional pain becomes actual pain, and when people break up with each other, they actually kill each other, according to director Nathan Allen. When trying to describe the show, one cast member says, “Can you turn orgy into an adjective?” We’ll get back to you on that one. more ›

Broadway in Chicago is not the most recession-friendly institution, but it's taking a break from its tickets prices tonight. During Taste of Chicago, Broadway in Chicago will present a concert featuring its current and upcoming big-budget musicals. (You can finally see part of Jersey Boys!) Original Broadway stars of Mary Poppins Ashley Brown and Gavin Lee, Roger Bart from Young Frankenstein, and yes, the entire cast of Jersey Boys will be there. more ›