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SUZY EDDIE IZZARD TALKS SHAKESPEEARE N'STUFF [FORSOOTH] is Coming to Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present a one-night-only benefit event: Suzy Eddie Izzard Talks Shakespeare N’Stuff [Forsooth] in January in The Yard.

Photos: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING At Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has released first-look production photos for MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, directed by Selina Cadell and running through December 21 in the Jentes Family Courtyard Theater.

Ben Caplan, Tam Williams & More Join SUNNY AFTERNOON Tour; Full Cast Announced
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025

Sonia Friedman Productions and ATG Productions have just announced the full company for the 2025/2026 UK tour of the multi Olivier Award-winning hit musical SUNNY AFTERNOON opening at the Manchester Palace Theatre on 11 October 2025. 

Cast Set for ROME SWEET ROME at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Rome Sweet Rome, a wild and satirical new “add-rap-tation” of Shakespeare's Julius Caesar from Q Brothers Collective. Learn more!

Danny Horn, Oliver Hoare and More to Star in SUNNY AFTERNOON UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2025

The principal cast has been revealed for the 2025/2026 UK tour of SUNNY AFTERNOON. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets to the tour here!

SHAKES IN THE CITY: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Unveils Performance Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present Shakes in the City: A Midsummer Night's Dream, with free and accessible programming in neighborhoods across Chicago. Learn more and see how to attend!

Chilina Kennedy Will Lead BILLIE JEAN at Chicago Shakespeare Theater; Cast and Creatives Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced the cast and creative team of the world premiere play Billie Jean, about sports icon and equality champion Billie Jean King.

BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN & More Set For Chicago Shakespeare Theater's 2025/26 Season Lineup
by Joshua Wright - Apr 9, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) Artistic Director Edward Hall and Executive Director Kimberly Motes have announced the 2025/26 season lineup. The season includes 12 productions across CST’s three stages, with two world premieres, three North American premieres, and six Shakespeare and Shakespeare-adjacent productions.

Review: SUNNY AFTERNOON at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Rachel Weinberg - Mar 31, 2025

If you enjoy the music of The Kinks, you’ll enjoy SUNNY AFTERNOON.

Olivier Award-Winning SUNNY AFTERNOON Will Brighten Up Brighton This Christmas
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025

The multi–Olivier Award-winning hit musical SUNNY AFTERNOON will return to Brighton this December as part of a highly anticipated 2025/2026 UK tour.

Chiké Johnson and James Vincent Meredith to Star in HYMN at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast of Hymn. Legendary Chicago director Ron OJ Parson leads a Chicago cast and creative team. See who is starring and learn more about the production!

Video: Watch the Trailer For SUNNY AFTERNOON at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has released a trailer for its highly anticipated North American Premiere musical event Sunny Afternoon. Watch the video now!

SUNNY AFTERNOON Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2025

Sonia Friedman Productions and ATG Productions have announced that the multi-Olivier Award-winning hit musical SUNNY AFTERNOON will return for a 2025/2026 UK tour, which includes performances at Milton Keynes Theatre.

SUNNY AFTERNOON Returns To Glasgow's King's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2025

The multi Olivier Award-winning hit musical SUNNY AFTERNOON will return for a 2025/2026 UK tour, coming to the King's Theatre, Glasgow for its first Scottish dates.

SUNNY AFTERNOON Will Embark on 2025/26 UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2025

The multi Olivier Award-winning musical SUNNY AFTERNOON will return for a 2025/2026 UK tour opening at the Manchester Palace Theatre. Learn more about the tour here!

Chicago Shakespeare Welcoming Nearly 20,000 Students To Short Shakespeare! A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2025

In an expanded five-week run of weekday matinees, Chicago Shakespeare Theater is welcoming nearly 20,000 students in grades 4-12 from across the region to Short Shakespeare! A Midsummer Night's Dream, deepening CST's commitment to education programming.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater Announces Cast Of SUNNY AFTERNOON North American Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced the cast and creative team of its highly anticipated North American Premiere musical event Sunny Afternoon.

Photos: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Opens at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare hosted its opening night for Jaja’s African Hair Braiding Friday. In attendance were LaChanze, a producer on the show, and Producer Gigi Pritzker of Madison Wells Live and Chicago’s First Lady Stacie Johnson. Check out photos!

Chicago Shakespeare Theater Will Stage 42 BALLOONS North American Premiere
by Joshua Wright - Jan 9, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater will stage the North American premiere of the new musical 42 Balloons. From the multi-award-winning producers Kevin McCollum (Oh, Mary!, Rent), Andy Barnes and Wendy Barnes (SIX), and Sonia Friedman Productions (Merrily We Roll Along), 42 Balloons is an ‘80s-inspired musical based on the unbelievable true story of Larry Walters' daring lawn chair flight.

AVAAZ Written & Performed by Michael Shayan to be Presented at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2024

Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present Olney Theatre Center’s production of Avaaz, an exploration of family and the immigrant experience. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.