William Spatz

Photos: First Look At TRUMAN VS. ISRAEL At Theatre At St. Clements
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2025

Now in previews, Truman vs. Israel will officially open Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Theatre at St. Clements, where it will run through January 4, 2026. See photos of the production.

Helen Laser Joins Cast Of TRUMAN VS. ISRAEL Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025

Helen Laser has joined the cast of Truman vs. Israel in the role of Bella Abzug, alongside co-star Tony Award nominee Willy Falk. Learn more about the production here!

Willy Falk and More to Star in TRUMAN VS. ISRAEL Off-Broadway at Theater At St. Clements
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2025

​Tony Award nominee Willy Falk and other Broadway performers have joined Greenhouse Theater Center's world premiere Off-Broadway production of Truman vs. Israel: Abzug and the Undressing of Truman. See who is starring and learn more!

Greenhouse Theater Will No Longer Produce Shows, Following Backlash From its Production of JUDY & LIZA
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2020

William Spatz, the co-owner of the Greenhouse Theater Center, will no longer produce theater at the multi-space Lincoln Park venue located at 2257 N. Lincoln Ave

Photo Flash: First Look Greenhouse Theater's TRUMAN AND THE BIRTH OF ISRAEL
by Julie Musbach - Oct 15, 2018

The Greenhouse Theater Center and Forum Productions are pleased to present the world premiere of the historical drama TRUMAN AND THE BIRTH OF ISRAEL, written by David Cohen (aka William Spatz) and directed by Randy White, playing October 11 - November 18, 2018 in The Greenhouse's Upstairs Main Stage

TRUMAN AND THE BIRTH OF ISRAEL Makes World Premiere At Greenhouse Theater Center
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2018

The Greenhouse Theater Center and Forum Productions are pleased to present the world premiere of the historical drama TRUMAN AND THE BIRTH OF ISRAEL, written David Cohen (aka William Spatz) and directed by Randy White

TRUMAN AND THE BIRTH OF ISRAEL Makes World Premiere At Greenhouse Theater Center
by Julie Musbach - Sep 12, 2018

The Greenhouse Theater Center and Forum Productions are pleased to present the world premiere of the historical drama TRUMAN AND THE BIRTH OF ISRAEL, written David Cohen (aka William Spatz) and directed by Randy White

Greenhouse Theater Center To Undergo $400,000 In Renovations
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 30, 2018

Wendy and William Spatz, co-owners of The Greenhouse Theater Center (2257 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago), today announced plans for $400,000 in renovations and upgrades to better serve the venue's patrons, resident companies and visiting companies. Well-known Chicago architect David Fleener will spearhead the 18-month project at the multi-theater complex in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood. 

Jacob Harvey Leaves Greenhouse Theater Center as Artistic Director Position is Eliminated
by Julie Musbach - Jun 14, 2018

According to the Chicago Tribune, Greenhouse Theater Center's Jacob Harvey will be exiting his position as the company's artistic director as the decision has been made to eliminate the role. 

Greenhouse Theater Centers Seeks Companies/Artists For Co-Productions During 2018-19 Season
by Julie Musbach - Feb 22, 2018

The Greenhouse Theater Center is seeking local theatre companies and artists to partner on co-productions during its 2018-19 Season. Located at 2257 N. Lincoln Ave. in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood, GTC's theater complex houses four unique stages: two 190-seat main stages and two flexible, 60-seat blackbox studio spaces. 

Photo Flash: Forum Productions Presents JESUS THE JEW As Told By His Brother James
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2017

Forum Productions is pleased to present the world premiere one-man show JESUS THE JEW As Told By His Brother James, written by William Spatz, directed by Will Rogers and featuring Steven Strafford. A modern drama interwoven with the biblical tale of Jesus of Nazareth and his brother James, JESUS THE JEW will play February 17 - March 26, 2017 at Greenhouse Theater Center (Downstairs Mainstage), 2257 N. Lincoln Ave. in Chicago. Tickets are currently available at greenhousetheater.org, in person at the box office or by calling (773) 404-7336. 

Forum Productions Presents JESUS THE JEW As Told By His Brother James
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 18, 2017

Forum Productions is pleased to present the world premiere one-man show JESUS THE JEW As Told By His Brother James, written by William Spatz, directed by Will Rogers and featuring Steven Strafford. A modern drama interwoven with the biblical tale of Jesus of Nazareth and his brother James, JESUS THE JEW will play February 17 - March 26, 2017 at Greenhouse Theater Center (Downstairs Mainstage), 2257 N. Lincoln Ave. in Chicago. Tickets are currently available at greenhousetheater.org, in person at the box office or by calling (773) 404-7336. 

Greenhouse Theater Center to Close Solo Celebration! with CIRCUMFERENCE OF A SQUIRREL
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2017

Greenhouse Theater Center will conclude its Solo Celebration! Series with the Chicago premiere of John Walch's savagely funny one-man show CIRCUMFERENCE OF A SQUIRREL, directed by Artistic Director Jacob Harvey and starring Will Allan.

CIRCUMFERENCE OF A SQUIRREL to Continue Solo Celebration! at Greenhouse Theater Center
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2017

Greenhouse Theater Center is pleased to conclude its Solo Celebration! Series with the Chicago premiere of John Walch's savagely funny one-man show CIRCUMFERENCE OF A SQUIRREL, directed by Artistic Director Jacob Harvey and starring Will Allan. CIRCUMFERENCE OF A SQUIRREL will play January 13 - February 12, 2017 at The Greenhouse Theater Center (Upstairs Mainstage), 2257 N. Lincoln Ave. in Chicago.

Brett Neveu's HER AMERICA to Make World Premiere at Greenhouse Theater Center
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2017

Greenhouse Theater Center will continue its Solo Celebration! Series with the world premiere of Brett Neveu's haunting drama HER AMERICA (formerly titled MISS AMERICA), starring veteran Chicago and Broadway actress Kate Buddeke and directed by Linda Gillum.

CIRCUMFERENCE OF A SQUIRREL to Continue Solo Celebration! at Greenhouse Theater Center
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2016

Greenhouse Theater Center is pleased to conclude its Solo Celebration! Series with the Chicago premiere of John Walch's savagely funny one-man show CIRCUMFERENCE OF A SQUIRREL, directed by Artistic Director Jacob Harvey and starring Will Allan. CIRCUMFERENCE OF A SQUIRREL will play January 13 - February 12, 2017 at The Greenhouse Theater Center (Upstairs Mainstage), 2257 N. Lincoln Ave. in Chicago.

Brett Neveu's HER AMERICA to Make World Premiere at Greenhouse Theater Center
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2016

Greenhouse Theater Center will continue its Solo Celebration! Series with the world premiere of Brett Neveu's haunting drama HER AMERICA (formerly titled MISS AMERICA), starring veteran Chicago and Broadway actress Kate Buddeke and directed by Linda Gillum.

UNCLE PHILLIP'S COAT Stars Gene Weygandt at Greenhouse Theater Center
by BWW News Desk - Nov 27, 2016

The Chicago Premiere of playwright Matty Selman's "Uncle Philip's Coat" will run at the Greenhouse Theater Center (2257 N. Lincoln Ave) Nov. 27 - Dec. 31. Directed by Elizabeth Margoliusand starring Gene Weygandt (best known as The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in "Wicked" in Chicago and on Broadway), "Uncle Philip's Coat" follows Matty on his humorous and heartfelt journey of personal discovery, sparked by his inheritance of a tattered coat from his eccentric Russian-Jewish immigrant uncle Philip. 

Greenhouse Theater Center Presents the World Premiere of HER AMERICA
by Rebecca Russo - Nov 22, 2016

Greenhouse Theater Center is pleased to continue its Solo Celebration! Series with the world premiere of Brett Neveu's haunting drama HER AMERICA (formerly titled MISS AMERICA), starring veteran Chicago and Broadway actress Kate Buddeke and directed by Linda Gillum. HER AMERICA will play January 6 - February 12, 2017 at The Greenhouse Theater Center (Downstairs Mainstage), 2257 N. Lincoln Ave. in Chicago. Solo Celebration! flex passes and single tickets are currently available at greenhousetheater.org, in person at the box office or by calling (773) 404-7336. The press opening is Wednesday, January 11 at 7:30 pm.

Greenhouse Theater Center to Close Solo Celebration! with CIRCUMFERENCE OF A SQUIRREL
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2016

Greenhouse Theater Center will conclude its Solo Celebration! Series with the Chicago premiere of John Walch's savagely funny one-man show CIRCUMFERENCE OF A SQUIRREL, directed by Artistic Director Jacob Harvey and starring Will Allan.