Susan V. Booth

FEAST! by Calamity West Named 2026 Laurents / Hatcher Award Winner
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026

Trustees of the Laurents / Hatcher Foundation revealed that Feast!, a new play by acclaimed playwright Calamity West, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Laurents / Hatcher Award.

David Byrne & Mala Gaonkar's THEATER OF THE MIND Cast Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026

Goodman Theatre has announced the cast for Theater of the Mind, a new immersive theatrical experience co-created by David Byrne and Mala Gaonkar. The all-Chicago company will guide audiences through an intimate, small-group journey.

2026 New Stages Festival Lineup Revealed at The Goodman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025

New plays will ring in the new year at The Goodman when the popular annual New Stages Festival returns. This year’s line-up features the newest works by some of the country’s hottest playwrights.

Michael John Garcés Named Executive Board President Stage Directors and Choreographers Society
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025

Stage Directors and Choreographers Society has elected Michael John Garcés as Executive Board President at its Annual Membership Meeting.

David Byrne's THEATER OF THE MIND to Make Chicago Debut at The Goodman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025

Goodman Theatre's presentation of Theater of the Mind, by Academy, Grammy and Tony Award-winning artist David Byrne with writer Mala Gaonkar, will make its Chicago debut at the Reid Murdoch Building.

The Goodman Unveils New Leadership Team Members
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025

Walter Artistic Director Susan V. Booth and Executive Director John Collins celebrate success of the first month of The Goodman’s Centennial Season, and welcome new leaders to the helm. Learn more!

ASHLAND AVENUE Starring Jenna Fischer Extends for Second Time at The Goodman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2025

The Goodman will present a second extension for Lee Kirk’s Ashland Avenue, adding five performances in October. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Review Roundup: Jenna Fischer & More Lead ASHLAND AVENUE at The Goodman Theatre in October
by Joshua Wright - Sep 17, 2025

Lee Kirk’s new Chicago-set drama Ashland Avenue is now on stage through October 12 at The Goodman Theatre. What did the critics think?

ASHLAND AVENUE Extends at The Goodman Theatre in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2025

Lee Kirk’s new Chicago-set drama Ashland Avenue has added eight performances, extending one week at The Goodman Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

The Goodman Adds COVENANT to 25/26 Season; BLOOD MEMORY Rescheduled
by Michael Major - Aug 25, 2025

in the line-up for The Goodman’s 100th anniversary season. Blood Memory by Goodman Affiliated Writer Dael Orlandersmith, previously announced for a May 2026 debut, is rescheduled.

Photos: Jenna Fischer and More in Rehearsals for ASHLAND AVENUE at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2025

You can now get a first look at Jenna Fischer and more in rehearsals for Ashland Avenue at Goodman Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!

Jenna Fischer-Led ASHLAND AVENUE Opens Goodman's Centennial Season Next Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025

When Goodman Theatre opened its doors in fall of 1925, its first audiences were treated to ground-breaking new plays; now, one hundred years later, Chicago audiences are first to experience two world-premiere productions that launch the theater’s milestone Centennial 2025/2026 Season.

4th Annual THE SWEETEST SEASON to Return to Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2025

Celebrate Chicago’s Indigenous community at the 4th annual The Sweetest Season: A Gathering of Indigenous Creativity–a one-of-a-kind festival returning to Goodman Theatre for a fourth year. Learn more!

Goodman Theatre and DCASE to Present PRODUCE 100 FREE ACTS OF THEATER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025

Goodman Theatre is teamig up with Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) to generate an unprecedented celebration of the artistic fabric of Chicago, offered entirely FREE of charge. Learn more!

VIDEO: First Look at Jordan Harrison’s THE ANTIQUITIES at Goodman Theatre
by Joshua Wright - May 14, 2025

Watch a first look at The Antiquities at Goodman Theatre, the new play by Jordan Harrison now on stge following its acclaimed Off-Broadway run.

Photos: Nick Jonas, Adrienne Warren, and More Turn Out for WP Theater 2025 Gala
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2025

WP Theater held its 2025 Annual Gala, celebrating extraordinary achievement by Women+ artists and industry leaders. Check out photos from the production.

Nine Actors Create Nearly 50 Characters In THE ANTIQUITIES By Jordan Harrison
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2025

Next up at Goodman Theatre is Pulitzer Prize finalist playwright Jordan Harrison (Marjorie Prime, Maple and Vine)'s newest work, A Tour of the Permanent Collection in the Museum of Late Human Antiquities or, just The Antiquities—a startling and transcendent portrait of the present as seen from the future—is on stage now in preview performances.

Nick Jonas, Micaela Diamond, Whitney White, and More Join WP Theater Gala
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2025

 WP Theater has announced the presenters and performers for its 2025 Annual Gala, celebrating extraordinary achievement by Women+ artists and industry leaders. Learn more here!

Photos: BUST At Goodman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2025

Pulitzer Prize finalist playwright Zora Howard’s groundbreaking, laugh-out-loud new drama, BUST, directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz, opens tonight. Check out photos from the production. Check out photos and video from the production.

2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025

The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!