Lookingglass Theatre Company
Latest News on Lookingglass Theatre Company:
- BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA, IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS, and More Nominated For Equity Jeff Awards; Full ListJul 23, 2026
- THE YEARLINGS World Premiere and More Set for Lookingglass Theatre Company 2026-27 SeasonJul 16, 2026
- Interview: Mary Zimmerman on Her Off-Broadway Return Directing GIULIA: THE POISON QUEEN OF PALERMOJul 18, 2026
Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 2011 - Regional Theater Tony Award
Lookingglass Theatre Company
Videos
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
News
BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA, IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS, and More Nominated For Equity Jeff Awards; Full List
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026
In celebration of its 58th anniversary awarding recognition for Equity theater, the Joseph Jefferson Awards announces its nominations for the 2025 –2026 season, including the Goodman Theatre, Chicago Shakespeare Theater and more.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026
In celebration of its 58th anniversary awarding recognition for Equity theater, the Joseph Jefferson Awards announces its nominations for the 2025 –2026 season, including the Goodman Theatre, Chicago Shakespeare Theater and more.
THE YEARLINGS World Premiere and More Set for Lookingglass Theatre Company 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company revealed its 2026/2027 mainstage season, featuring world premieres by Mary Zimmerman and J. Nicole Brooks, plus Gregg Ostrin's Kowalski, starring Johnny Galecki.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company revealed its 2026/2027 mainstage season, featuring world premieres by Mary Zimmerman and J. Nicole Brooks, plus Gregg Ostrin's Kowalski, starring Johnny Galecki.
Interview: Mary Zimmerman on Her Off-Broadway Return Directing GIULIA: THE POISON QUEEN OF PALERMO
by Cara Joy David - Jul 18, 2026
It has been over twenty years since Mary Zimmerman directed a show off or on Broadway. In our new interview, she discusses her return off-Broadway, directing Jennifer Nettles’ Giulia: The Poison Queen of Palermo.
by Cara Joy David - Jul 18, 2026
It has been over twenty years since Mary Zimmerman directed a show off or on Broadway. In our new interview, she discusses her return off-Broadway, directing Jennifer Nettles’ Giulia: The Poison Queen of Palermo.
Tickets to KOWALSKI at Lookingglass Theatre Starring Johnny Galecki on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2026
Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Johnny Galecki returns to Chicago to portray Tennessee Williams in Kowalski Gregg Ostrin's play imagining Williams' first meeting with Marlon Brando, at Lookingglass Theatre. Tickets are on sale this week.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2026
Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Johnny Galecki returns to Chicago to portray Tennessee Williams in Kowalski Gregg Ostrin's play imagining Williams' first meeting with Marlon Brando, at Lookingglass Theatre. Tickets are on sale this week.
Johnny Galecki to Star in KOWALSKI at Lookingglass Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2026
The Big Bang Theory's Johnny Galecki will star as Tennessee Williams in Gregg Ostrin's new play Kowalski at Lookingglass Theatre Company with performances set for the fall.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2026
The Big Bang Theory's Johnny Galecki will star as Tennessee Williams in Gregg Ostrin's new play Kowalski at Lookingglass Theatre Company with performances set for the fall.
Review: UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY at Lookingglass Theatre Company
by Rachel Weinberg - Jun 17, 2026
Untitled Vampire Play — a world premiere from Lookingglass ensemble member Kevin Douglas — is a fun, wacky romp. The play doesn’t take itself seriously, and director Devon de Mayo’s cast has plenty of fun with vampire and human antics alike. Douglas’s script draws on all sorts of vampire lore for his vision and vividly imagines what it might be like if vampires roamed the streets of Chicago.
by Rachel Weinberg - Jun 17, 2026
Untitled Vampire Play — a world premiere from Lookingglass ensemble member Kevin Douglas — is a fun, wacky romp. The play doesn’t take itself seriously, and director Devon de Mayo’s cast has plenty of fun with vampire and human antics alike. Douglas’s script draws on all sorts of vampire lore for his vision and vividly imagines what it might be like if vampires roamed the streets of Chicago.
ICE CREAM CIRCUS! to Tour Chicago Parks as Part of Night Out in the Parks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present Ice Cream Circus! a free, wordless outdoor show combining dance, clown, and circus arts, at neighborhood parks across Chicago and Evanston as part of the Chicago Park District's Night Out in the Parks series.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present Ice Cream Circus! a free, wordless outdoor show combining dance, clown, and circus arts, at neighborhood parks across Chicago and Evanston as part of the Chicago Park District's Night Out in the Parks series.
BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN, EUGENE ONEGIN and More Set for League of Chicago Theatres Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
This summer, Chicago is offering a wide variety of plays and musicals, as well as comedy, dance, music, and more. To highlight these productions, The League of Chicago Theatres is publishing its Summer Theatre Guide.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
This summer, Chicago is offering a wide variety of plays and musicals, as well as comedy, dance, music, and more. To highlight these productions, The League of Chicago Theatres is publishing its Summer Theatre Guide.
KEN LUDWIG'S MORIARTY To Play Virginia Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
The Virginia Theatre Festival announced the cast and creative team for KEN LUDWIG'S MORIARTY: A NEW SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURE, directed by Nicolas Minas, running at the Ruth Caplin Theatre at the University of Virginia.
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
The Virginia Theatre Festival announced the cast and creative team for KEN LUDWIG'S MORIARTY: A NEW SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURE, directed by Nicolas Minas, running at the Ruth Caplin Theatre at the University of Virginia.
Eileen Byrne Will Bring RUNNING WITH COFFEE to Lookingglass Theatre in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
Eileen Byrne's one-woman play RUNNING WITH COFFEE will be presented at Lookingglass Theatre's Water Tower Water Works, with proceeds benefiting North Shore Senior Center.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
Eileen Byrne's one-woman play RUNNING WITH COFFEE will be presented at Lookingglass Theatre's Water Tower Water Works, with proceeds benefiting North Shore Senior Center.
Lookingglass Theatre to Hold 2026 Summerglass Camps for Ages 6-18
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present its 2026 Summerglass Camps lineup, offering three theatre and creativity programs for young artists ages 6-18 at its Chicago location. Registration is now open.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present its 2026 Summerglass Camps lineup, offering three theatre and creativity programs for young artists ages 6-18 at its Chicago location. Registration is now open.
Lookingglass Theatre Company to Present World Premiere of UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY. The production blends romance, horror, and comedy. Performances will take place in Chicago.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY. The production blends romance, horror, and comedy. Performances will take place in Chicago.
Review: WHITE ROOSTER at Lookingglass Theatre Company
by Emily Werner - Apr 6, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company begins its 2025/26 season with the world premiere of WHITE ROOSTER in the Joan and Paul Theatre at the Water Tower Water Works.
by Emily Werner - Apr 6, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company begins its 2025/26 season with the world premiere of WHITE ROOSTER in the Joan and Paul Theatre at the Water Tower Water Works.
THE GREAT GATSBY & More Lead Chicago's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top Chicago picks for Spring 2026!
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top Chicago picks for Spring 2026!
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.
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 (Tony Awards) and received nominations for several productions, including TimeLine Theater Company's The Invisible Hand, The Lyric Opera's 1984, Goodman Theatre's The Jungle, and Steppenwolf's The Motherf—–er with the Hat. Additionally, they've received the Joseph Jefferson Awards, which recognize excellence in Chicago theater. Their work has also been highlighted in various other awards and honors.
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