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[Beverly, MA (Regional), 2007]
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Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Ensemble, Resident Musical

Shakespeare TheatreCompany Candide


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Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreCyrano

Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatrePericles

Helen Hayes Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreRichard III

Helen Hayes Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreLittle Foxes

Helen Hayes Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreDon Carlos

Helen Hayes Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreKing John

Helen Hayes Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatrePeer Gynt

Helen Hayes Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreHenry VI

Helen Hayes Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreVolpone

Helen Hayes Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreHenry V

Helen Hayes Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreHenry IV

Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreMother Courage and Her Children

Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreRichard II


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Helen Hayes Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreHamlet

Helen Hayes Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Resident Production

Shakespeare TheatrRichard III

Helen Hayes Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Resident Production

Shakespeare TheatreMerry Wives of Windsor

Helen Hayes Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Resident Musical

Shakespeare TheatreBeggar's Opera

Helen Hayes Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Resident Production

Shakespeare TheatreTwelfth Night


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Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Director, Resident Production

Shakespeare Theatre

Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical

Shakespeare Theatre

Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lead Actress , Resident Production

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Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production

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Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Production

Shakespeare Theatre

Olivier Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Costume Design, Resident Production

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Olivier Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production

Shakespeare Theatre

Olivier Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Resident Production

Shakespeare TheatreMacbeth

Helen Hayes Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production

Shakespeare Theatre


winner
Olivier Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production

Shakespeare Theatre


winner
Olivier Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Production

Shakespeare Theatre


winner
Olivier Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production

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Target Margin Theater Unveils 2025-2026 TMT Institute Fellows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025

Target Margin Theater has revealed the 2025-2026 artists of the TMT Institute, a year-long fellowship that provides five artists with studio space, material resources, and a $2,000 stipend.
Eddie Izzard's HAMLET to Have Limited Engagement at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

​Shakespeare Theatre Company will present a limited engagement of Tony Award-nominee Eddie Izzard's Hamlet. Following her triple-extended New York run, Izzard performs her solo performance of Shakespeare's Hamlet at STC's Klein Theatre.
Student Blog: A look into the Paranormal Performers Leading 'Paranormal Activity'
by Student Blogger: Timothy Klimek - Nov 3, 2025

On October 28, I was fortunate enough to sit down on Zoom with Cher Álvarez and Patrick Heusinger, the two leading performers of the show to chat about their careers and being a part of this amazing franchise in a new way.
Cast Revealed For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY in London
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2025

As rehearsals begin for the West End production, casting has been announced for Paranormal Activity. Melissa James will reprise her Leeds Playhouse role as ‘Lou' alongside fellow Playhouse performers Pippa Winslow as ‘Carolanne' and Jackie Morrison as ‘Etheline Cotgrave'.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends West End Run
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2025

The West End transfer of Paranormal Activity is set to extend its run to Saturday 28 March 2026, ahead of its first performance this December. Learn more about the show here!
HAMLET Comes To Aberdeen in November
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025

Following a sell-out run at the Edinburgh International Festival in 2024, Teatro La Plaza's bold and vibrant take on the classic tragedy Hamlet comes to Aberdeen as part of a global tour that has visited Melbourne, New York and Seoul.
Cast Set for PORCHLIGHT SINGS THE SEASON World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025

Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre has revealed the cast for the next production in its 31st season, the world premiere of Porchlight Sings the Season. Learn more!
Full Cast Set For Noël Coward's FALLEN ANGELS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for its forthcoming production of Noël Coward's Fallen Angels which opens its new season at its home base in London Bridge.
Full Cast and Creative Team Set For RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025

The full cast has been announced for the record-breaking UK premiere of RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL, written by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell. Learn more here!
Full Cast Set For the RSC's WENDY & PETER PAN at The Barbican
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2025

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced full casting for the London premiere of Ella Hickson's exhilarating take on JM Barrie's beloved classic, Wendy & Peter Pan, directed by Jonathan Munby.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2025

Following its run at Leeds Playhouse last summer, Melting Pot has announced that the stage adaptation of the Paranormal Activity films will haunt the West End this winter when it transfers to The Ambassadors Theatre for a 12-week season.
Ada Grey Joins Cast Of Lucid Theater's BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2025

Ada Grey has joined the four-actor cast of BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY at Chicago's Lucid Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
SHAKE IT AWAY: THE ANN MILLER STORY Comes to 59E59 Theaters
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025

'Shake It Away: The Ann Miller Story' will be presented by KB Productions at 59E59 Theaters as part of the 2025 East to Edinburgh Festival. The production is written by and stars Kayla Boye and is directed by Michael Weber.
Video: Joy Woods & Darren Criss Duet on 'Suddenly, Seymour'
by Michael Major - Jun 17, 2025

Watch Joy Woods and Darren Criss rock out to 'Suddenly, Seymour' from Little Shop of Horrors during the Maybe Happy Endings star's recent concert! See the video now.
Review: MURDER FOR TWO at STAGES St. Louis is Murder Most Fun!
by James Lindhorst - Jun 5, 2025

STAGES St. Louis has a hit with their zany Muder for Two. Director Michael Kostroff keeps the fun coming for the entire 90-minutes in a fast-paced audience pleasing comedy. The script is goofy and the lyrics witty, but it is the comedic physicality of two immensely talented actors, singers, pianists, and entertainers who fearlessly earn every laugh. Ian Fairlee and Jeremiah Ginn make a sharp comedic duo who mine plenty of giggles, chortles, guffaws, and thigh-slapping laughter. 
RIDE THE CYCLONE Will Make UK Premiere in November
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2025

The UK premiere of RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL, written by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell, will take place beginning in November. Learn more here!
Lucid Theater To Stage Comedy BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY In August
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2025

Lucid Theater will present the world premiere of BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY by Chicago playwright Amy Crider, whose WELLS AND WELLES was a breakout hit of summer 2024.
Eddie Izzard's HAMLET Seattle Run Extended A Second Time
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2025

Due to popular demand, Eddie Izzard's acclaimed solo performance of Shakespeare's Hamlet has been extended a second time, now playing through Friday, May 23, 2025, at Seattle Rep's Leo K. Theatre.
Simon Friend Entertainment Will Rebrand as Melting Pot
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2025

Now in its tenth year, Simon Friend Entertainment, a respected force in theatre production, has announced its official rebrand to Melting Pot, marking a new chapter in its journey.
RIDE THE CYCLONE Comes to Farmers Alley Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2025

Coming off the heels of the enormously popular, sold out and extended production of A Jukebox for the Algonquin, Farmers Alley Theatre presents the Kalamazoo premiere of Ride the Cyclone.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Chicago Shakespeare Theatre been nominated for?

Outstanding Ensemble, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Company Candide, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Cyrano, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Pericles, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Richard III, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Little Foxes, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Don Carlos, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for King John, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Peer Gynt, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry VI, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Volpone, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry V, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry IV, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Mother Courage and Her Children, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Richard II, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Hamlet, Outstanding Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Richard III, Outstanding Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Merry Wives of Windsor, Outstanding Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Beggar's Opera, Outstanding Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Twelfth Night, Outstanding Director, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Lead Actress , Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Costume Design, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for Macbeth, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for , Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for and Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for .

What awards has Chicago Shakespeare Theatre won?

Chicago Shakespeare Theatre has won several prestigious awards, including the Outstanding Resident Play Helen Hayes Award for both Cyrano and Hamlet. Additionally, the theatre has received Olivier Awards for Outstanding Director, Resident Production; Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production; Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Production; and Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production.

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