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Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre

721 Howard St.
Evanston, IL 60202

Review: PLAY ON! at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Review: PLAY ON! at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

by Rachel Weinberg · September 20, 2026

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.…

Review: THE BIRTH OF THE PILL at TimeLine Theatre Company

Review: THE BIRTH OF THE PILL at TimeLine Theatre Company

by Rachel Weinberg · September 18, 2026

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 …

Review: Kokandy Productions' JEKYLL & HYDE at Broadway In Chicago

Review: Kokandy Productions' JEKYLL & HYDE at Broadway In Chicago

by Rachel Weinberg · September 17, 2026

Jekyll & Hyde is rarely produced, and Kokandy brings it to vivid life in this new, larger venue. As Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde and Lucy, David Moreland and Ava Lane Stovall really lead the way for the ensemble with their captivating performances. And in its most compelling moments, this Jekyll & Hyde truly…

Review: THE ATTIC at Goodman Theatre

Review: THE ATTIC at Goodman Theatre

by Rachel Weinberg · September 16, 2026

The Attic: Things I’ve Seen While Lying On My Back is genuinely a unique experience at the Goodman. The 7 Fingers Co-Founder Shana Carroll wrote, directed, and choreographed this world-premiere autobiographical performance piece that shares vignettes from her life story. An international company o…

Review: Idle Muse Theatre Company's WITCH at The Edge Off-Broadway Theater

Review: Idle Muse Theatre Company's WITCH at The Edge Off-Broadway Theater

by Emily Werner · September 14, 2026

“What do you want?” It’s the question at the heart of Witch, Idle Muse Theatre Company’s fall production. Adapted by playwright Jen Silverman from the Jacobean drama The Witch of Edmonton, the play transforms a centuries-old tale of ambition, jealousy, witchcraft, and desire into a provocati…

Past Shows

25 total · showing 1–10

Community IS

Community IS

Jul 31

Community Is An Inaugural Event at Theo Ubique 721 Howard St, Evanston IL Friday, July 31st Doors and Bar at 6:30 Tickets: $15 for GA, $20 for Premium Table reservations "Community IS," a brand new event created and produced by Emily Marrazzo, is a night for local artists and...

TL;DR: Thelma Louise; Dyke Remix

Sep 6 – Oct 12, 2025

Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre presents the Midwest premiere of TL;DR: Thelma Louise; Dyke Remix, a rock musical reimagining the classic story with a queer twist. Directed by Claire DiVizio, with music by Brandon James Gwinn and book by EllaRose Chary, the show explores themes of...

I'M NOT SAD

Jan 10 – Jan 26, 2025

I'M NOT SAD is a one-person show written and performed by Juan Muñoz, set to debut on January 10, 2025, at the Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre. The performance explores the interplay of tragedy and comedy, examining everyday misfortunes through a humorous lens while also addressing...

LOVE IN THE TIME OF _____

Jan 16 – Jan 26, 2025

Love in the Time of _____ explores the intersection of pop songs, dating apps, and the complexities of love through a series of vignettes. The play examines the contrast between idealized portrayals of romance and the messy reality that often follows. Written by Mantra and...

SINGLE-SIDED

Jan 14 – Jan 26, 2025

Single-Sided is a one-man musical written and performed by Aaron Jamieson Roberts. It follows AJ, an imaginative young person navigating the challenges of modern dating as he grapples with the desire for a meaningful connection amidst a series of one-sided relationships. Through...

STAY HUMAN YOU ANIMAL

Jan 12 – Jan 26, 2025

STAY HUMAN YOU ANIMAL is a one-person show by Fred Cavair Robinson, presenting a collection of short plays rooted in the neo-futurist aesthetic. The performance weaves together true stories and original songs, exploring themes of identity and personal experience through the lens...

THE MYSTERIOUS MAGICIAN (AND CHIP)

Jan 21 – Jan 26, 2025

THE MYSTERIOUS MAGICIAN (AND CHIP) features an evening filled with magic and laughter, brought to life by Charlie Baker. As a skilled movement artist and clown, Baker combines mystifying illusions, including his signature "Blindfolded Blade Master," with the comedic antics of...

Never Better

Sep 7 – Oct 13, 2024

Never Better is a new musical by Preston Max Allen, exploring the struggles of Davy, a college sophomore grappling with a mysterious illness that disrupts her academic and social life. As Davy's symptoms worsen, her influencer roommate April and her love interest Carter push her...

Once Upon a Mattress

Once Upon a Mattress

Mar 11 – May 1, 2022

Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until...

Viva La Diva, A Musical Journey to Help Amy Armstrong Fight Cancer

Viva La Diva, A Musical Journey to Help Amy Armstrong Fight Cancer

Jan 29

A benefit cabaret to raise funds to defray Amy Armstrongs medical expenses in her fight against cancer. Performance by Amy Armstrong. Amy Armstrong, the singer who was a popular fixture on Chicagos cabaret scene for 23 years, will return in a one-night-only benefit cabaret...

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