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THEATRE ABOVE THE LAW

1439 W Jarvis Ave
Chicago, IL 60626



Review: LE BAL at Trap Door Theatre


by Emily Werner - May 17, 2026

What did our critic think of LE BAL at Trap Door Theatre?...

Review: AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at TimeLine Theatre


by Angela Lin - May 18, 2026

TimeLine Theatre Company is inaugurating its new theater in Uptown in an impressively dynamic production of when truth and power collide and personal convictions are put to the test....

Review: WORK HARD HAVE FUN MAKE HISTORY at Raven Theatre


by Angela Lin - May 15, 2026

When you really stop to think about it, the late stage capitalist grind we find ourselves in (or rather, that billionaires and certain politicians have forced upon us) has created a disembodied culture marked by rampant labor, optimized efficiency, and fractured connections — and that’s a pretty...

Review: OCTET at Raven Theatre


by Zac Thriffiley - May 14, 2026

Not only does OCTET work on every level musically and creatively, but it also already stands as a strong contender for best musical of the summer. The production runs through June 7....

Review: CRIME AND PUNISHMENT at TUTA Theatre


by Emily Werner - May 12, 2026

What did our critic think of CRIME AND PUNISHMENT at TUTA Theatre?...

Review: COVENANT at Goodman Theatre


by Rachel Weinberg - May 12, 2026

What happens when you make a deal with the devil? Covenant asks its characters to find out. Drawing inspiration from both horror films and classic blues music, York Walker’s Chicago premiere play follows a group of characters as they explore their faith — in both Christianity and the supernatura...

Review: SCARAMOUCHE at City Lit Theater


by Angela Lin - May 10, 2026

French aristocrats, revolutionaries, traveling comedy troupes, swordsmen — Scaramouche packs it all in this world premiere musical that doesn’t stop moving and keeps you laughing. ...

Review: RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S SOUTH PACIFIC at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL


by Tina St. Angelo - May 09, 2026

What did our critic think of RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S SOUTH PACIFIC at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL?...

Review: OCTET at Raven Theatre


by Rachel Weinberg - May 08, 2026

Though it’s a musical about a support group for internet addicts, Dave Molloy’s Octet is delightfully analog. And that’s precisely the point — Molloy’s musical invites audiences to look away from their screens and lean into this intimate, inventive, and fully a cappella show. Molloy (perha...

Review: LOKI – THE END OF THE WORLD TOUR at Lifeline Theatre


by Misha Davenport - May 08, 2026

LOKI – THE END OF THE WORLD TOUR at Lifeline Theatre is the kind of ambitious storytelling that reminds audiences why Chicago theatre remains one of the most exciting and vibrant theater communities in the country....

Past Shows

Grimm
Grimm
Oct 7 – Oct 30, 2022

Grimm: Taking place in a cabaret bar, Grimm works to spin well known tales into a modern story. Utilizing classic stories such as Little Red...

Grimm
Grimm
Oct 8 – Oct 31, 2021

Grimm: Taking place in a cabaret bar, Grimm works to spin well known tales into a modern story. Utilizing classic stories such as Little Red...

Henchpeople
Henchpeople
Jul 10 – Aug 1, 2021

A self-obsessed supervillain is mere minutes away from unleashing their simmering vengeance upon a helpless city, and right-hand helpers Oona and Jarlath are there every...

Poe
Poe
Oct 24 – Nov 17, 2019

POE by Christina Lepri Directed by Tony Lawry Featuring: Ian Muentener-Gonzalez, Michel P. Dalberg, Ann-Claude Rakotoniaina, Emily Pazik, Austyn Williamson & Lena Valenti Synopsis: Welcome...

Amicable
Amicable
May 9 – Jun 2, 2019

WORLD PREMIERE NERDIST DRAMA FROM THEATRE ABOVE THE LAW Local playwright explores issues of closure we don't always want but need. Amicable by Ross Compton...

Iron Kisses
Iron Kisses
Apr 4 – Apr 28, 2019

A story of a family: a son who made up for being gay by being perfect; a daughter who treats her daughter the way her...

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South Pacific in Chicago South Pacific
Paramount Arts Centre (4/29-6/14)
Windfall in Chicago Windfall
Steppenwolf Theatre Company (4/09-5/31)
For Fathers Comedy in Chicago For Fathers Comedy
Raue Center For The Arts (6/19-6/19)
As You Like It in Chicago As You Like It
Chicago Women's Park and Garden (6/26-6/28)
Bach and the Organ: A Lecture/Demonstration Recital in Chicago Bach and the Organ: A Lecture/Demonstration Recital
Westminster Presbyterian Church (6/05-6/05)
The Wedding Singer in Chicago The Wedding Singer
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre (4/29-5/24)
Fiddler On The Rood in Chicago Fiddler On The Rood
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse (4/29-6/27)
Les Miserables in Chicago Les Miserables
Cadillac Palace Theatre (5/12-5/24)
The Jeff Miller Band w/Agua Fresca and Special Opening Act, Vince in Chicago The Jeff Miller Band w/Agua Fresca and Special Opening Act, Vince
Phyllis' Musical Inn (6/03-6/03)
& Juliet in Chicago & Juliet
The Auditorium (7/22-8/02)