Chicago Danztheatre 1650 W. Foster Avenue
Chicago, IL 60640
Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble is a theatre in Chicago, IL.
These two one acts are subjective and satirical interpretations of the works of William Shakespeare and Samuel Beckett. The Magic of Lady M. by Laura Scruggs reimagines Macbeth as a feminist political satire in a style akin to John Waters or RuPaul's Drag Race. A Needless &...
Maps, Guides & Legends is a generative writing and interdisciplinary art-making workshop led by Sherry Antonini and Jenny Magnus. The event is a writing and creativity day based on the idea that doing is learning, using experiments and games as an explosive way to try new work.
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Operation Mincemeat is an absolute smash. I adore this inventive and fun musical. It’s extremely original, and it’s the kind of show that gives me hope for the future of new one-of-a-kind musicals like it. Written by David Cummings, Felix Hagan, Natasha Hodgson, and Zoë Roberts, Operation Mince…
Chopin in Winter is an imaginative work of art for those with an acquired taste of deep storytelling combined with some of the most beautiful piano compositions from the Romantic era. …
Steppenwolf opens its 51st season with a blistering and captivating production of Suzan Lori-Parks’s Topdog/Underdog. This play has long been on my theater bucket list, and it’s absolutely what I think of when I think of a “Steppenwolf play”: A gritty family drama about brothers undergoing h…
While Kowalski makes for a great showcase for two actors with charisma to spare, the play struggles in search of a direction while lacking the emotional honesty and primal intensity that Williams’s name evokes.…
This farcical Off-Broadway show is sure to leave you laughing while making you simultaneously nostalgic and relieved you’re no longer in the throes of middle school.…
Redtwist Theatre begins its 22nd season, entitled “State of Violence”, with the world premiere of Prayer Circle. This is resident playwright Erik Gernand’s second play with Redtwist since his successful Jeff-winning The Totality of All Things in 2024. What is brought to the stage is an enjoyab…
Play On! is a lively retelling of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. Conceived by Sheldon Epps (who also directs) and with a book by Cheryl L. West, Play On! transports Shakespeare’s story to Harlem, New York. West’s book skillfully weaves Duke Ellington’s songs into the narrative.…
Joffrey Ballet soars in John Neumeier's LILIOM…
The Trisha Brown Company shimmers in their tribute to Bob Rauschenberg.…
TimeLine Theatre Company’s The Birth of the Pill takes some big swings...and sometimes misses. Adapted for the stage by Jessica Huang from Jonathan Eig’s book, it’s certainly relevant now. And Huang’s script takes “A People’s History of the United States” approach to storytelling. The …
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Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble (CDE) presents the world premiere of Architecture of Memory, May 8 - 23, at Chicago Danztheatre, 1650 W. Foster Avenue. Architecture of Memory is a new, original work by CDE Founder Ellyzabeth Adler, exploring perseverance, hope and self-discovery...
Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble (CDE), 1650 W Foster Ave, is excited to host an open house, Saturday, Dec. 13 from 1 - 4 p.m. Join Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble for an afternoon of “part-party-part-open-house.” Meet the staff and learn about CDE’s current offerings, including the...
Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble (CDE) presents the return of The Artists’ Residency, Body Passages, Nov. 14-15. This collaboration between ten Chicago-based creatives will take place at Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble, 1650 W Foster Ave. Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble’s Body Passages...
Halloween Creepy Crawlies is a family friendly dance production that explores the mysteries of Halloween through a lost ghost’s search for her haunted home. On her way, she is helped by Ballerina Witches, Jazzy Vampires, Modern-Dancing Mummies, a Tap Dancing Skeleton and even a...
An adaptation of Macbeth set in Washington, D.C. and a magical realm in the near future, retold from Lady Macbeth's point of view within the context of the American government. The production explores a sex-positive Lady Macbeth, a bisexual Macbeth, and a new take on the...
Always, Sometimes, Maybe follows a janitor who unexpectedly finds herself on stage, using her imagination and a collection of rubbish to seek connection. Directed by Sean Garratt, this piece blends physical comedy, puppetry, dance, and non-verbal storytelling to create an...
Arachne presents a unique blend of Greek mythology and contemporary themes in a solo show that explores the intricate relationship between Athena, the Goddess of Justice, and her former best friend, Arachne. Written by Britt Anderson and directed by Alex Mallory, the performance...
Destination Wedding explores the complexities of a wedding through multiple perspectives. The show delves into the nuanced interactions and emotions that surround a couple's big day, showcasing the varied experiences and relationships that intertwine during this significant...
Experience Nine Original Works from Chicago Based Artists.
Chicago MemoryScape is a public art and dance installation presented by RE|Dance Group as part of the Full Circle Festival. This innovative piece transforms the diverse neighborhoods of Chicago into stages for spontaneous, crowdsourced dance performances, encouraging community...
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Love Story: A Tribute to Taylor Swift Raue Center For The Arts (11/07-11/07) |
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Mean Girls Paramount Theatre (8/26-10/11) |
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Million Dollar Quartet Stolp Island Theatre (10/07-1/03) |
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Rotary Rocks The Raue: James Garner's Tribute to Johnny Cash Raue Center For The Arts (10/24-10/24) |
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Topdog/Underdog Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theater (9/17-11/01) |
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Blond Ambition: A Tribute to Madonna Raue Center For The Arts (11/07-11/07) |
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God in a Hole Bramble Arts Loft (10/01-10/17) |
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Memphis The Musical Studebaker Theater at the Fine Arts Building (10/24-10/25) |
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Beauty and the Beast The Stahl Family Theatre (10/22-11/24) |
