Steppenwolf's Theatre Company's 2013/14 Season Announced

Steppenwolf Theatre Company Artistic Director Martha Lavey announced today the 2013/14 Subscription Season, including two world premieres, an American premiere and two Chicago premieres. The season begins in Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theatre with Zinnie Harris's The Wheel, directed by ensemble member Tina Landau. Up next, ensemble member Austin Pendleton directs Tribes by Nina Raine. In the Upstairs Theatre, ensemble member Yasen Peyankov directs Russian Transport by Erika Sheffer. In April 2014, ensemble member Amy Morton directs the world premiere of The Way West by Mona Mansour. And in July 2014, the season concludes with the world premiere of The Qualms by Bruce Norris, directed by Pam MacKinnon.

"We are so proud to bring these stories to you, animated by some of the most exciting theater artists working today. It is a season of five plays that will move you, make you laugh out loud, and think deeply about how we live and love," comments Artistic Director Martha Lavey.

Steppenwolf ensemble members currently confirmed for the 2013/14 Season include: Joan Allen, Alana Arenas, Francis Guinan, Tim Hopper, Ora Jones, Tina Landau, Mariann Mayberry, Amy Morton, Austin Pendleton Yasen Peyankov and Alan Wilder. Additional casting to be announced.

Season subscriptions are currently on-sale. Packages start at $150. Student, educator and access discount subscriptions available. To purchase a 2013/14 subscription, visit Audience Services at 1650 N Halsted St, call 312-335-1650 or visit steppenwolf.org.