Lookingglass Theatre Company
Latest News on Lookingglass Theatre Company:
Lookingglass Theatre Will Stage CIRCUS QUIXOTE at McCarter This March (Feb 27, 2026)
Enrico Colantoni and Teri Hatcher to Star in FAULT at Chicago Shakespeare Theater (Feb 25, 2026)
Cast Set for Matthew C. Yee's WHITE ROOSTER at Lookingglass Theatre (Feb 13, 2026)
Lookingglass Theatre Will Stage CIRCUS QUIXOTE at McCarter This March (Feb 27, 2026)
Enrico Colantoni and Teri Hatcher to Star in FAULT at Chicago Shakespeare Theater (Feb 25, 2026)
Cast Set for Matthew C. Yee's WHITE ROOSTER at Lookingglass Theatre (Feb 13, 2026)
Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 2011 - Regional Theater Tony Award
Lookingglass Theatre Company
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Video: Watch the Trailer For ROMEO & JULIET at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by Michael Major - 2025-03-05 13:51:04
Video: Sylvia Hernandez DiStasi & David Catlin on MOBY DICK at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-19 15:28:50
VIDEO: Moby Dick - A Theatrical Aerial Adventure Like Never Before
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-18 15:58:08
VIDEO: Watch John Goodman Talk RALLY FOR THE REP Holiday Benefit for The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-12-10 13:25:03
VIDEO: Watch a Teaser for MARY SHELLEY'S FRANKENSTEIN at Cleveland Play House
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-05 15:12:43
Video: Costume Designer Sully Ratke Talks MORRIS MICKLEWHITE AND THE TANGERINE DRESS on ABC57
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-15 14:44:54
VIDEO: First Look at World Premiere of VILLETTE at Lookingglass Theatre Company
by Alan Henry - 2023-03-07 15:49:34
TV: Watch Highlights from Lookingglass Theatre Company's Acrobatic HARD TIMES
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-10-17 13:30:27
STAGE TUBE: MOBY DICK Cast, Audience Take on the Mannequin Challenge at Arena Stage
by Stage Tube - 2016-11-30 16:56:58
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from 'HOW TO SUCCEED...' at The Marriott Theatre
by Stage Tube - 2016-08-30 21:55:07
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from THE VELVETEEN RABBIT at The Marriott Theatre
by Stage Tube - 2016-07-14 16:24:46
TV: Watch Highlights of the World Premiere of Lookingglass Theatre's TREASURE ISLAND, Adapted and Directed by Mary Zimmerman
by TV - On the Road - 2015-10-19 13:03:44
TV: First Look at Highlights of Lookingglass Theatre Company's DEATH TAX
by Christina Mancuso - 2014-09-11 13:23:27
STAGE TUBE: Mary Zimmerman Talks Construction of METAMORPHOSES at Arena Stage
by Stage Tube - 2013-02-15 15:25:07
News
Lookingglass Theatre Will Stage CIRCUS QUIXOTE at McCarter This March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
McCarter Theatre Center will present Circus Quixote, a gravity-defying theatrical spectacle from Chicago’s famed Lookingglass Theatre Company, in association with The Actors Gymnasium, running March 4–15.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
McCarter Theatre Center will present Circus Quixote, a gravity-defying theatrical spectacle from Chicago’s famed Lookingglass Theatre Company, in association with The Actors Gymnasium, running March 4–15.
Enrico Colantoni and Teri Hatcher to Star in FAULT at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026
Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present Fault, a new addition to the 2025/2026 season starring film and television star Enrico Colantoni, and Golden Globe winner Teri Hatcher.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026
Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present Fault, a new addition to the 2025/2026 season starring film and television star Enrico Colantoni, and Golden Globe winner Teri Hatcher.
Cast Set for Matthew C. Yee's WHITE ROOSTER at Lookingglass Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of White Rooster, written and directed by Ensemble Member Matthew C. Yee. Yee's play weaves together puppetry, movement, song, and folklore.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of White Rooster, written and directed by Ensemble Member Matthew C. Yee. Yee's play weaves together puppetry, movement, song, and folklore.
EDWARD Adds Four Performances at Sullaluna Following Sold-Out New York Run
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
Following a sold-out New York run, the solo show EDWARD, written and performed by Ed Schmidt, will present four additional performances at Sullaluna in the West Village. The unique theatrical experience allows the audience to shape the narrative by selecting objects from a box, each representing aspects of one man's life. The additional shows are scheduled for early March.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
Following a sold-out New York run, the solo show EDWARD, written and performed by Ed Schmidt, will present four additional performances at Sullaluna in the West Village. The unique theatrical experience allows the audience to shape the narrative by selecting objects from a box, each representing aspects of one man's life. The additional shows are scheduled for early March.
Lookingglass Theatre to Present COME AS YOU AREN'T BALL Celebration of Costume Design
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present Come As You Aren’t Ball, a premier costumed benefit celebrating and supporting the Ensemble’s acclaimed tradition of creating bold new work.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present Come As You Aren’t Ball, a premier costumed benefit celebrating and supporting the Ensemble’s acclaimed tradition of creating bold new work.
Season of Concern Holiday Collections Raise Over $140,000
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
Throughout each holiday season, area performing arts organizations take up audience collections at productions to benefit Season of Concern. Theater companies raised $140,537 for the organization.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
Throughout each holiday season, area performing arts organizations take up audience collections at productions to benefit Season of Concern. Theater companies raised $140,537 for the organization.
WHITE ROOSTER World Premiere is Coming to Lookingglass Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of White Rooster, written and directed by Ensemble Member Matthew C. Yee.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of White Rooster, written and directed by Ensemble Member Matthew C. Yee.
Erik Schroeder Named General Manager of The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026
Erik Schroeder has taken on the role of General Manager of The Public Theater. Most recently Erik served as Managing Director of The Acting Company for four seasons.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026
Erik Schroeder has taken on the role of General Manager of The Public Theater. Most recently Erik served as Managing Director of The Acting Company for four seasons.
Cast Updated For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced a casting update for Paranormal Activity, an original story based Paramount Pictures' terrifying film franchise—now live on stage.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced a casting update for Paranormal Activity, an original story based Paramount Pictures' terrifying film franchise—now live on stage.
ANTHONY RAPP: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAY is Coming to Lookingglass Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present multi-award winner Anthony Rapp in the world premiere of a seasonal and intimate cabaret, Anthony Rapp: Home for the Holidays.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present multi-award winner Anthony Rapp in the world premiere of a seasonal and intimate cabaret, Anthony Rapp: Home for the Holidays.
The Goodman to Mark 100 Years With Upcoming 100 FREE ACTS OF THEATER Events
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025
As part of its anniversary season celebration, The Goodman revealed fall/winter offerings of its 100 Free Acts of Theater initiative. Learn more about the programming here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025
As part of its anniversary season celebration, The Goodman revealed fall/winter offerings of its 100 Free Acts of Theater initiative. Learn more about the programming here!
Review: HUNDREDS AND HUNDREDS OF STARS at TimeLine Theatre Company
by Rachel Weinberg - Oct 16, 2025
HUNDREDS AND HUNDREDS OF STARS comes at an eerily relevant time. While I didn’t think all elements of the material worked, this play is a good reminder that navigating the immigrant experience without making any mistakes is an impossible feat.
by Rachel Weinberg - Oct 16, 2025
HUNDREDS AND HUNDREDS OF STARS comes at an eerily relevant time. While I didn’t think all elements of the material worked, this play is a good reminder that navigating the immigrant experience without making any mistakes is an impossible feat.
THE MINUTES Regional Premiere to be Presented at Dirt Dogs Theatre Co.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025
Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. will open its 10th season with the regional premiere of The Minutes, nominated for the Tony Award for best play of 2022, written by Tracy Letts. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025
Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. will open its 10th season with the regional premiere of The Minutes, nominated for the Tony Award for best play of 2022, written by Tracy Letts. Learn more!
GREAT COMET, Court Theatre, Shattered Globe, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards; Full List
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025
The 57th Jeff Awards for Equity theater excellence were recently announced. Among the big winners this year were “Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812” (Writers Theatre), Court Theatre, Shattered Globe Theatre, and more!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025
The 57th Jeff Awards for Equity theater excellence were recently announced. Among the big winners this year were “Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812” (Writers Theatre), Court Theatre, Shattered Globe Theatre, and more!
David Schmitz Named Interim Executive Director of American Conservatory Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2025
American Conservatory Theater has appointed David Schmitz as Interim Executive Director of American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.). Learn more about Schmitz here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2025
American Conservatory Theater has appointed David Schmitz as Interim Executive Director of American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.). Learn more about Schmitz here!
ComEd & League of Chicago Theatres Award $230,000 in Grants
by Joshua Wright - Sep 4, 2025
ComEd and the League of Chicago Theatres awarded $230,000 in Powering the Arts grants to 21 nonprofit organizations across northern Illinois, supporting projects that expand access to cultural programming.
by Joshua Wright - Sep 4, 2025
ComEd and the League of Chicago Theatres awarded $230,000 in Powering the Arts grants to 21 nonprofit organizations across northern Illinois, supporting projects that expand access to cultural programming.
Shakespeare Theatre Company Sets Cast For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
This North American premiere from Levi Holloway (Broadway’s Grey House) and Punchdrunk’s Felix Barrett (Sleep No More) features illusions by Tony Award winner Chris Fisher (Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child).
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
This North American premiere from Levi Holloway (Broadway’s Grey House) and Punchdrunk’s Felix Barrett (Sleep No More) features illusions by Tony Award winner Chris Fisher (Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child).
Cast Set for PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Paranormal Activity, an original story based on Paramount Pictures’ terrifying film franchise—now live on stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Paranormal Activity, an original story based on Paramount Pictures’ terrifying film franchise—now live on stage.
Lookingglass Reveals Plays and Creatives for its New Works Festival, GGLASSFEST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2025
Lookingglass Theatre Company has revealed the plays and creative teams for its inaugural new works festival: GglassFest. Learn more about the festival and see how to attend!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2025
Lookingglass Theatre Company has revealed the plays and creative teams for its inaugural new works festival: GglassFest. Learn more about the festival and see how to attend!
Goodman Theatre, Paramount, and More Nominated For 2025 Equity Jeff Awards
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2025
The Joseph Jefferson Awards will celebrate the 57th Anniversary of its Equity Theater Awards on Monday, September 29. Check out the full list of nominations here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2025
The Joseph Jefferson Awards will celebrate the 57th Anniversary of its Equity Theater Awards on Monday, September 29. Check out the full list of nominations here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Lookingglass Theatre Company been nominated for?
and Regional Theater Tony Award (Tony Awards) for .
What awards has Lookingglass Theatre Company won?
Lookingglass Theatre Company has won the Regional Theater Tony Award from the Tony Awards.
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