Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom takes place in 1926 Chicago, focusing on the legendary "Mother of the Blues," Ma Rainey, and her band as they prepare for a recording session. Directed by Chuck Smith with Harry J. Lennix as associate director and music director, the play delves into the tensions and stories of the musicians, revealing themes of race, identity, and artistic integrity. This major revival of August Wilson's acclaimed work promises a powerful exploration of the complexities of the African American experience in the music industry.
Holiday (1/31/26-3/1/26)
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao (2/21/26-4/5/26)
Blood Memory (5/2/26-5/31/26)
Iceboy! or The Completely Untrue Story of How Eugene O’Neill Came to Write The Iceman Cometh (6/9/26-7/19/26)
Revolution(s) (10/4/25-11/9/25)
Ashland Avenue (9/6/25-10/5/25)
The Magic Parlour (9/1/25-8/31/26)
Theater of the Mind (9/1/25-8/31/26)
A Christmas Carol (1/1/25-1/1/25)
Clyde's (9/10/22-10/9/22)
Dana H. (9/6/19-10/6/19)
The Jungle Book (6/21/13-7/28/13)
By the Way, Meet Vera Stark (4/27/13-6/2/13)
Goodman Theatre, Chicago’s oldest and largest not-for-profit theater, has won international renown for the quality of productions, the depth and diversity of artistic leadership, and the excellence of its many community and educational programs. Under the guidance of Artistic Director Robert Falls and Executive Director Roche Schulfer, the Goodman is committed to producing both classic and contemporary works, giving full voice to a wide range of artists and visions. Central to that mission is the Goodman Artistic Collective, a diverse group of outstanding theater artists whose distinctive visions have given the Goodman an artistic identity of uncommon richness and variety. By dedicating itself to three guiding principles—quality, diversity and community—Goodman Theatre seeks to be the premier cultural organization in Chicago, providing productions and programs that make an essential contribution to the quality of life in our city.
Goodman Theatre is at 170 N Dearborn St.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
Paramount Theatre (11/12 - 1/11) | |
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Miracle on South Division Street
Citadel Theatre (11/14 - 12/14)
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Home for the Holidays
Timber Lake Playhouse (12/13 - 12/14) | |
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Anthony Rapp: Home for the Holidays
Lookingglass Theatre Company (12/17 - 12/20) | |
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Amadeus
Steppenwolf Theatre Company (11/6 - 1/4) | |
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A Soulful Motown Christmas Holiday Cabaret
Harris Theater (12/13 - 12/13) CONCERT HOLIDAY SHOW | |
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Holidays a cappella
Chicago a cappella (12/14 - 12/14) | |
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Stars & Garters After Dark
Stars & Garters (9/18 - 12/18) | |
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Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
ECC Arts Center (1/31 - 1/31) | |
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Lionel Bart's Oliver!
Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center (5/9 - 5/24) | |
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Rocky Mountain High Experience®: A John Denver Christmas
Broadway Playhouse At Water Tower Place (12/12 - 12/14) | |
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