Mikael Burke
Latest News on Mikael Burke:
A STRANGE LOOP and More Set for About Face Theatre 2026-2027 Season (May 28, 2026)
A STRANGE LOOP and More Set for Raven Theatre 2026-27 Season (May 20, 2026)
PIPPIN, MEDEA, and More Set For Quintessence 2026-27 Season (May 14, 2026)
A STRANGE LOOP and More Set for About Face Theatre 2026-2027 Season (May 28, 2026)
A STRANGE LOOP and More Set for Raven Theatre 2026-27 Season (May 20, 2026)
PIPPIN, MEDEA, and More Set For Quintessence 2026-27 Season (May 14, 2026)
BIO
Mikael Burke is a Chicago-based director, deviser, and educator. A Princess Grace Award-winner in Theatre and Jeff Award-nominated director, Mikael’s worked with Goodman Theatre, About Face Theatre, Victory Gardens Theatre, Northlight Theatre, Raven Theatre, Jackalope Theatre Company, Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, First Floor Theater, American Theatre Company, Chicago Dramatists, The Story Theatre, and Windy City Playhouse in Chicago, and regionally with Forward Theatre, Urbanite Theatre, Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, Indiana Repertory Theatre, Asolo Repertory Theatre, Geva Theatre Center, Phoenix Theatre Indianapolis.
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Video: First Look at SHORT SHAKESPEARE! ROMEO AND JULIET at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-12 16:21:15
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A STRANGE LOOP and More Set for About Face Theatre 2026-2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026
About Face Theatre has unveiled its 32nd season featuring the Pulitzer Prize winning musical A Strange Loop and more. All performances will take place on the Johnson Stage at Raven Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026
About Face Theatre has unveiled its 32nd season featuring the Pulitzer Prize winning musical A Strange Loop and more. All performances will take place on the Johnson Stage at Raven Theatre.
A STRANGE LOOP and More Set for Raven Theatre 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Raven Theatre has unveiled its 44th season, to include Michael R. Jackson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning musical A Strange Loop, directed by Mikael Burke in a co-production with About Face Theatre and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Raven Theatre has unveiled its 44th season, to include Michael R. Jackson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning musical A Strange Loop, directed by Mikael Burke in a co-production with About Face Theatre and more.
PIPPIN, MEDEA, and More Set For Quintessence 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Quintessence Theatre announced its 17th season, themed 'The Outsider,' featuring seven productions including WITCH, PIPPIN, MEDEA, and a Tennessee Williams double bill of SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER and THE PARADE.
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Quintessence Theatre announced its 17th season, themed 'The Outsider,' featuring seven productions including WITCH, PIPPIN, MEDEA, and a Tennessee Williams double bill of SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER and THE PARADE.
BLACK GIRL FROM A WHITE SUBURB World Premiere and More Set for American Blues Theater 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
American Blues Theater announced its 2026-2027 Season, featuring world premieres of BLACK GIRL FROM A WHITE SUBURB and THE CONQUERED, the Chicago premiere of UHURU, and the 25th anniversary of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
American Blues Theater announced its 2026-2027 Season, featuring world premieres of BLACK GIRL FROM A WHITE SUBURB and THE CONQUERED, the Chicago premiere of UHURU, and the 25th anniversary of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!
Review: GOODNIGHT MOON At Chicago Children's Theatre
by Emily Werner - Apr 14, 2026
What did our critic think of REVIEW: GOODNIGHT MOON AT CHICAGO CHILDREN'S THEATRE at Chicago Children's Theatre? The 65-minute performance is filled with music, dance, comedy, acrobatics and puppetry.
by Emily Werner - Apr 14, 2026
What did our critic think of REVIEW: GOODNIGHT MOON AT CHICAGO CHILDREN'S THEATRE at Chicago Children's Theatre? The 65-minute performance is filled with music, dance, comedy, acrobatics and puppetry.
Chicago Children’s Theatre Awarded $10,000 Grant From The TYA Fund
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
Theatre for Young Audiences USA (TYA/USA) has awarded Chicago Children's Theatre a $10,000 grant as part of the TYA Fund, a fund to support midsize theater organization members of TYA/USA.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
Theatre for Young Audiences USA (TYA/USA) has awarded Chicago Children's Theatre a $10,000 grant as part of the TYA Fund, a fund to support midsize theater organization members of TYA/USA.
Northlight Theatre Reveals Inaugural Season in the Company’s New Home in Downtown Evanston
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026
Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, has revealed its inaugural season in the company’s new home at 1012 Church Street in Downtown Evanston.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026
Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, has revealed its inaugural season in the company’s new home at 1012 Church Street in Downtown Evanston.
Chicago Children’s Theatre To Present GOODNIGHT MOON As Immersive 20th Anniversary Finale
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026
Chicago Children's Theatre will present an immersive production of GOODNIGHT MOON, directed by Mikael Burke, as its 20th season finale from April 11 to June 7.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026
Chicago Children's Theatre will present an immersive production of GOODNIGHT MOON, directed by Mikael Burke, as its 20th season finale from April 11 to June 7.
Chicago Children’s Theatre to Celebrate 20th Birthday with A PIECE OF CAKE! and Free Birthday Bash
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026
Chicago Children’s Theatre will celebrate its 20th birthday with performances of A PIECE OF CAKE! and a free Birthday Bash at its West Loop location. The day includes sensory theatre for ages 1–6 and interactive family activities.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026
Chicago Children’s Theatre will celebrate its 20th birthday with performances of A PIECE OF CAKE! and a free Birthday Bash at its West Loop location. The day includes sensory theatre for ages 1–6 and interactive family activities.
Review: FAT HAM at TPAC's Johnson Theatre
by Catherine Burford - Feb 16, 2026
“To be or not to be? That is the question.” Everyone is familiar with this iconic quote from William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, despite the fact that not everyone has seen the actual show or a film adaptation. However, there is no shortage of movies influenced by the Bard’s works.
by Catherine Burford - Feb 16, 2026
“To be or not to be? That is the question.” Everyone is familiar with this iconic quote from William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, despite the fact that not everyone has seen the actual show or a film adaptation. However, there is no shortage of movies influenced by the Bard’s works.
FAT HAM to be Presented at Nashville Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2026
Nashville Repertory Theatre, in co-production with The Nashville Shakespeare Festival, will present the Regional premiere of FAT HAM, the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by James Ijames.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2026
Nashville Repertory Theatre, in co-production with The Nashville Shakespeare Festival, will present the Regional premiere of FAT HAM, the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by James Ijames.
The Jeff Awards Reveals Nominations for 52nd Non-Equity Theater Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
The 57th Jeff Awards ceremony will recognize outstanding achievements in Chicago's Equity theater scene, celebrating over 40 artists from the 2024-25 season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
The 57th Jeff Awards ceremony will recognize outstanding achievements in Chicago's Equity theater scene, celebrating over 40 artists from the 2024-25 season.
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!
PRIMARY TRUST to be Presented at Forward Theater in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2025
To kick off the 2025-26 season, Forward Theater Company will present Primary Trust by Eboni Booth. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2025
To kick off the 2025-26 season, Forward Theater Company will present Primary Trust by Eboni Booth. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!
Cast and Production Team Set for OAK at Raven Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025
Chicago's Raven Theatre Company revealed the cast and production team for the opening show of Season 43, playwright Terry Guest's Southern gothic OAK. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025
Chicago's Raven Theatre Company revealed the cast and production team for the opening show of Season 43, playwright Terry Guest's Southern gothic OAK. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
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!
Chicago Children's Theatre Reveals 20th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2025
Chicago Children’s Theatre turns 20 next season. To celebrate, the company has planned a 2025-26 season that’s a fond look back at some of its favorite live theater experiences for families over the past 20 years.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2025
Chicago Children’s Theatre turns 20 next season. To celebrate, the company has planned a 2025-26 season that’s a fond look back at some of its favorite live theater experiences for families over the past 20 years.
News: Raven Theatre Reveals Titles for Season 43
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2025
Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has announced its 43rd season, with productions appearing on its Edgewater stages at 6157 N. Clark St. in the 2025 - 2026 season.
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2025
Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has announced its 43rd season, with productions appearing on its Edgewater stages at 6157 N. Clark St. in the 2025 - 2026 season.
The Story Theatre's AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEN Announces Second Extension
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2025
Due to high demand, The Story Theatre has announced a second week of additional performances for its new production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen, now extended through Sunday, May 25, 2025 on Raven Theatre's Schwartz Stage.
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2025
Due to high demand, The Story Theatre has announced a second week of additional performances for its new production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen, now extended through Sunday, May 25, 2025 on Raven Theatre's Schwartz Stage.
The Story Theatre's AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAQ QUEEN Extends at Raven Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025
Due to popular demand, The Story Theatre has announced one additional week of performances for its new production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025
Due to popular demand, The Story Theatre has announced one additional week of performances for its new production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen.
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