Skip to main content
Shop Merch Add a Show Listing
My Shows
News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

The Minutes 2017

Ages: 14+
Opened: November 19, 2017
Closing: December 31, 2017

The Minutes - 2017 Chicago History , Info & More

Steppenwolf Theatre
1650 N Halsted Ave Chicago, IL 60614
Run Type Limited Run
Market Chicago
Previews November 09, 2017
Playwright Tracy Letts presents a brand-new political drama at Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre this November, ahead of its Broadway transfer in 2018. Behind hit movie Killer Joe, as well as having written Superior Donuts and the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning family drama August: Osage County for the stage, he once again teams up with acclaimed director Anna D Shapiro for a witty examination into local politics at a town meeting, that quickly turns dark as personal prejudices come to the fore. The Minutes is produced by fellow Steppenwolf member Scott Rudin, whose previous productions include the successful Broadway productions of Larry David's "Fish in the Dark" and Stephen Adly Guirgis' "The Motherf***er With The Hat."

Now Lett's ruthless penmanship turns towards town politics in an area of historical importance, where a local hero's legend allows vanity and pride among the populace. Where reserved parking is regarded as much as a right as the Constitution, we might be forgiven for thinking that these folks are somewhat limited in scope. However, under the surface is bubbling a bigger issue that could tear the town apart, history be damned....

Letts is known for his searing black tragi-comedies, his most famous one being August: Osage County. Riveting auidences to their seats, it also won over the press and hailed by The New York Times as "hugely entertaining! A ripsnorter full of blistering, funny dialogue, acid-etched characters and scenes of no-holds-barred emotional combat." Directed by Anna D. Shapiro (The Pain and the Itch), she garnered praise by Variety, in which they called it "a deep and highly entertaining work, consistently rich, raw and intense, filled with viciousness and vicious wit."

Get The Minutes Email Alerts

Be the first to get ticket offers, news, photos & more.

Review: COME FROM AWAY at Roxy's Downtown
by Paula Makar - Sep 5, 2026


Come From Away is the musical we need right now. As political tensions mount, we need to remember the kindness shown by our neighbor Canada during a most critical time for our United States. Director Rick Bumgardner tells us the “spine” of this show is the word “Goodwill.” We would do well to remember the lessons of 9/11, as well as the Golden Rule - Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.

Theater Resources Unlimited to Host Writer-Producer Virtual Speed Date
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2026


Theater Resources Unlimited will hold its Writer-Producer Speed Date, pairing writers with producers for one-on-one pitch sessions and coaching in a virtual format.

Interview: Joey Arias Brings ARIAS WITH A TWIST Home
by David Clarke - Sep 1, 2026


Joey Arias talks bringing ARIAS WITH A TWIST back to HERE Arts Center nearly 20 years later, reuniting with Basil Twist, inspiring a new generation, and creating a handmade love letter to New York City.

THE SOUL WHISPERER Starring Dileesh Pothan to Premiere at Busan Film Festival
by Rachel Stone - Sep 1, 2026


The Malayalam feature THE SOUL WHISPERER, directed by Leo Thaddeus and starring Dileesh Pothan and Pauly Valsan, will have its World Premiere in Busan's Window on Asian Cinema section.

KHORIYA, Vishwendra Singh's Debut Film, to Premiere at Busan Film Festival
by Rachel Stone - Sep 1, 2026


Vishwendra Singh's debut feature KHORIYA, executive produced by Ashim Ahluwalia, will have its World Premiere in the Busan International Film Festival's 'A Window on Asian Cinema' section.

Rod Wave Drops DON'T LOOK DOWN Album, Announces 2026 Tour
by Rachel Stone - Aug 28, 2026


Rod Wave's new album DON'T LOOK DOWN is out now via Alamo Records, featuring the 'Mainstay' video and a massive 25-city headline tour launching this fall.

Yoko Miwa & Mikayla Shirley Release THE MIDNIGHT HOUR Album
by Rachel Stone - Aug 28, 2026


Pianist Yoko Miwa and vocalist Mikayla Shirley have released their debut collaborative album, THE MIDNIGHT HOUR, featuring the opening track "Alfie" and a live performance planned at Dizzy's Club in New York.

Photos: BEETHOVEN FOR THREE Series to Add Fifth Album from Ax, Kavakos, and Ma
by Rachel Stone - Aug 28, 2026


Emanuel Ax, Leonidas Kavakos, and Yo-Yo Ma have released a new album pairing Beethoven's Eroica Symphony with Leonore Overture No. 3, featuring violist Antoine Tamestit on Sony Classical.

Eliot Bronson to Release ARRIVE, New Album Produced by Oliver Wood
by Rachel Stone - Aug 28, 2026


Atlanta singer-songwriter Eliot Bronson released the title track from his upcoming seventh studio album, produced by Oliver Wood at the Wood Brothers' Nashville studio, on his New Pain Records label.

Review: COME FROM AWAY at The Topfer At Zach Theater
by Sabrina Wallace - Aug 27, 2026


ZACH Theatre’s Come From Away is a joyous, almost flawless production powered by a superb ensemble, clever staging, and infectious music. This true story of strangers helping strangers finds humor and hope in tragedy and leaves you with a warm reminder of what people can be.

Previews: UA-EACC Unveils 2026-27 Fine Arts Center Performance Season
by Theresa Bertram - Aug 27, 2026


The University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College has announced the upcoming 2026-27 Performance Season to be held in the UA-EACC Fine Arts Center. Season ticket packages for the 2026-27 Season will go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 21 at 10:00 a.m. 

Chloe Hilliard, Daphnique Springs and More to Headline Rio Hotel & Casino September 2026 Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2026


Chloe Hilliard, Daphnique Springs and other television-credited comedians will headline nightly showcases at Comedy Cellar's West Coast location inside Las Vegas' Rio Hotel & Casino.

UNDER THE JELLO MOLD To Be Performed At Theatre 40
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 25, 2026


UNDER THE JELLO MOLD is a too-crazy-to-not-be-true story tells about the end of Jennie's mother's life, The title refers to the unusual place Jennie's mom hid her end-of-life instructions; it turned out, she was also hiding a secret.

Banshee Brass Quintet to Return to Clonmel for Culture Night Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026


FINDING A VOICE will present Banshee Brass Quintet at the Main Guard in Clonmel, featuring the world premiere of Aliayta Foon-Dancoes's TILT alongside music by Florence Price.

JO KOY: BLUE IN THE FACE to Premiere on Netflix September 2026
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026


Jo Koy's sixth stand-up special, JO KOY: BLUE IN THE FACE, filmed before a sold-out crowd in Stockton, California, will premiere globally on Netflix on September 19, 2026.

Jonathan Whitney to Release COOCH'S BRIDGE: THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN PRESENCE
by Rachel Stone - Aug 18, 2026


Wilmington drummer and bandleader Jonathan Whitney will release a new album honoring enslaved people and freemen tied to the Cooch's Bridge Revolutionary War site in Delaware.

Emanuel Ax, Leonidas Kavakos, Yo-Yo Ma Announce New BEETHOVEN FOR THREE Album
by Rachel Stone - Aug 17, 2026


Emanuel Ax, Leonidas Kavakos, and Yo-Yo Ma will release a fifth album in their Beethoven for Three series on Sony Classical, pairing Symphony No. 3, Eroica, with Leonore Overture No. 3.

A Broadway Show With Every American President
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 23, 2026


Theatre has always intersected with politics, and the presence of American presidents in Broadway, off-Broadway, and regional theatre plays and musicals is a major part of this. Did you know that all of our heads of state have been featured in shows, whether as characters or as plot points that are part of the action? Dramatizing current and former leaders of our nation is a way to examine their affect on society at the time and how political events, even those of many years ago, still impact us all. 

Photos: STYX to Return to Miramar Beach for ROCKIN' IN PARADISE Weekend
by Rachel Stone - Aug 7, 2026


Topeka announced new Yacht Rock additions and single-day ticket options for the second annual Rockin' in Paradise with STYX & Friends beach weekend in Miramar Beach, Florida.

Boston Ballet's FALL EXPERIENCE to Open Tour to NYC and Paris
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2026


Boston Ballet will open its 63rd season with CACTI and VERTICAL ROAD (Reimagined) 2023, running September 10–20 before performances in New York City September 24–25 and Paris October 8–11.

Ballet Hispánico New York to Return to Jacob's Pillow Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2026


Ballet Hispánico New York will bring a mixed repertory program to Jacob's Pillow's Ted Shawn Theatre, marking its first appearance at the festival in several years.

SONG & WORD: AN AFTERNOON OF THEATRE is Coming to The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2026


Vivace Arts Collective will make its public debut with a cabaret featuring emerging singers, actors, and storytellers at The Green Room 42 in New York City.

Review: WAKEY WAKEY is a Poignant Look at End of Life
by James Lindhorst - Aug 1, 2026


Eno’s end of life play is thoughtful and funny while avoiding morbidity. There is no fourth wall. The direct address monologue is a unique narrative structure that is rarely used by playwrights, but a style of storytelling that’s often staged by The Midnight Company (Thom Pain, The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey, Now Playing Third Base for The St. Louis Cardinals…Bond, James Bond.) A play that is primarily a monologue is in Hanrahan’s wheelhouse as an actor. He and Schwetye have collaborated to stage a poignant reading of Eno’s off-kilter script.

REVIEW: Marcia Hines Turns Up The Heat For Winter with VELVET INFERNO
by Jade Kops - Aug 1, 2026


Marcia Hines leads a new incarnation of the disco, cabaret, circus experience with VELVET INFERNO.

Single Tickets on Sale This Week for The Boston Symphony Orchestra's 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2026


The Boston Symphony Orchestra will open single ticket sales for its upcoming subscription season, featuring Andris Nelsons' final season as music director and guest artist Yo-Yo Ma.

The Minutes History

Other Productions of The Minutes

2022   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway

The Minutes - 2017 Chicago Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
The Minutes awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2018 The Pulitzer Prize Pulitzer Prize for Drama Tracy Letts

BroadwayWorld TV


Ticket Central
Hot Show
Tickets From $59
Hot Show
Tickets From $70
Hot Show
Tickets From $72
Hot Show
Tickets From $106