THEATER & PERFORMING ARTS

Get ready to journey through fairytale wonderlands, discover dazzling sights and sounds, soak up thought-provoking story lines, and even laugh ‘til it hurts. On any given day - or night - in Chicago's 200+ theaters, you can find everything from Broadway world premieres to edgy original plays.

Beyond theater we have renowned dance companies whose skill and creativity will leave you breathless. Our symphony is a musical force of over 100 musicians, and our opera will make you want to take up signing lessons. Even our blue men have style that's uniquely Chicago.

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Featured Theater & Performing Arts Articles

THE STEPPENWOLF THEATRE COMPANY

Look out for flying chairs, or frying pans, or a raft of angry adjectives tossed between loving family members. Welcome to the Steppenwolf.

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WORDS FOR THOUGHT

Few things say Chicago like the Goodman Theatre. Whether it's a new show or a classic reimagined, a Goodman production will inspire you.

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THEATER WITHOUT A NET

Are they actors or acrobats? Playwrights or directors? TV stars or theatrical wunderkinds? The answer is yes on all counts. This is the Lookingglass.

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