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Goodman Theatre History
Goodman Theatre, Chicago’s oldest and largest not-for-profit theater, has won international renown for the quality of productions, the depth and diversity of artistic leadership, and the excellence of its many community and educational programs. Under the guidance of Artistic Director Robert Falls and Executive Director Roche Schulfer, the Goodman is committed to producing both classic and contemporary works, giving full voice to a wide range of artists and visions. Central to that mission is the Goodman Artistic Collective, a diverse group of outstanding theater artists whose distinctive visions have given the Goodman an artistic identity of uncommon richness and variety. By dedicating itself to three guiding principles—quality, diversity and community—Goodman Theatre seeks to be the premier cultural organization in Chicago, providing productions and programs that make an essential contribution to the quality of life in our city. Albert Theatre An 856-seat state-of-the-art proscenium performance space, the Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre is home to large scale musicals (The Jungle Book, War Paint, Brigadoon) as well as intimate productions (Gloria, We’re Only Alive for A Short Amount of Time) and classic dramas (The Iceman Cometh, Two Trains Running). Comparable in scale to many Broadway houses, “the Albert” features main floor, balcony and box seating, and offers excellent vantage points of the stage from anywhere in the house. Owen Theatre A 350-seat courtyard-style performance space (with flexibility to seat up to 468), the Owen Bruner Goodman Theatre—with a stage that can be configured as a thrust, end stage, runway or in-the-round arena—offers an intimate theater-going experience. The birthplace of dozens of new American plays, including Lynn Nottage’s Pulizer Prize-winning Ruined, and home to the annual New Stages Festival of new work, “the Owen” has hosted artists of note including Philip Seymour Hoffman, Tom Hardy, Kristofer Diaz, Tanya Saracho, Horton Foote and more.
Shows at the Goodman Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 6/28/2016 - 8/14/2016 War Paint (2016) 1/10/2004 - 2/22/2004 The Light in the Piazza (2004) 6/20/2003 - 8/10/2003 Bounce (2003) 7/1/1996 - 7/1/1996 The House of Martin Guerre (1996) 10/12/1970 - 10/12/1970 The Threepenny Opera (1970) 0/0/0000 - Good Night, Oscar (2021)
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News
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.
Joanie Schultz Honored with SDCF Zelda Fichandler Award
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
Joanie Schultz will be awarded the prestigious SDCF Zelda Fichandler Award, recognizing her significant contributions to regional theater. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
Joanie Schultz will be awarded the prestigious SDCF Zelda Fichandler Award, recognizing her significant contributions to regional theater. Learn more here!
The League of Chicago Theatres to Celebrate Black History Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
The League of Chicago Theatres will shine a spotlight on Black History Month in conjunction with Chicago Theatre Week and Chicago Theatre Week Continued.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
The League of Chicago Theatres will shine a spotlight on Black History Month in conjunction with Chicago Theatre Week and Chicago Theatre Week Continued.
Interview: Theatre Life with Shannon Cochran
by Elliot Lanes - Jan 23, 2026
Today’s subject Shannon Cochran is currently living her theatre life onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) in the stage version of the horror movie franchise Paranormal Activity. The show runs from Jan 28th through February 7th at STC’s Harman Hall.
by Elliot Lanes - Jan 23, 2026
Today’s subject Shannon Cochran is currently living her theatre life onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) in the stage version of the horror movie franchise Paranormal Activity. The show runs from Jan 28th through February 7th at STC’s Harman Hall.
Skokie Theatre Will Present Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY in February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2026
MadKap Productions will present the musical COMPANY for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave in Downtown Skokie. from Feb 6 through Mar 1, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2026
MadKap Productions will present the musical COMPANY for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave in Downtown Skokie. from Feb 6 through Mar 1, 2026.
Milwaukee Rep Unveils World Premieres And Commissions Expanding New Play Development Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will introduce a series of new commissions and premieres as part of its expanded John D. Lewis New Play Development Program, supported by a significant $1 million donation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will introduce a series of new commissions and premieres as part of its expanded John D. Lewis New Play Development Program, supported by a significant $1 million donation.
Gulfshore Playhouse Stages Oscar Wilde's THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Gulfshore Playhouse will present Oscar Wilde's classic comedy, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, showcasing a tale of mistaken identities and social satire.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Gulfshore Playhouse will present Oscar Wilde's classic comedy, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, showcasing a tale of mistaken identities and social satire.
Black Arts & Culture Alliance Of Chicago To Host Town Hall On Supporting Black Arts Organizations
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2026
The Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago will host a pivotal forum discussing the future and potential strategies for Chicago's Black arts organizations. Set for January 2026, this event aims to foster collaboration and growth within the community.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2026
The Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago will host a pivotal forum discussing the future and potential strategies for Chicago's Black arts organizations. Set for January 2026, this event aims to foster collaboration and growth within the community.
Cast Set for MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026
Ma Rainey and her band return to The Goodman this spring in a major revival—and a reunion of two Chicago theater legends. Goodman Family Resident Director Chuck Smith directs August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom with Associate/Music Director Harry J. Lennix.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026
Ma Rainey and her band return to The Goodman this spring in a major revival—and a reunion of two Chicago theater legends. Goodman Family Resident Director Chuck Smith directs August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom with Associate/Music Director Harry J. Lennix.
Cast and Creative Team Set For World Premiere of CIRCLE FORWARD at Gulfshore Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026
The cast and creative team has been announced for the World Premiere of Circle Forward, a new play by Deb Hiett, directed by Neel Keller. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026
The cast and creative team has been announced for the World Premiere of Circle Forward, a new play by Deb Hiett, directed by Neel Keller. Learn more about the production here!
Cast Updated For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced a casting update for Paranormal Activity, an original story based Paramount Pictures' terrifying film franchise—now live on stage.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced a casting update for Paranormal Activity, an original story based Paramount Pictures' terrifying film franchise—now live on stage.
Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week 2026 to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026
Chicago Theatre Week, an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets. Chicago Theatre Week 2026 will take place February 5-15, 2026. Find out how to get tickets here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026
Chicago Theatre Week, an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets. Chicago Theatre Week 2026 will take place February 5-15, 2026. Find out how to get tickets here.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; RENT Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Video: Cratchit Asks For Christmas Day Off in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Goodman Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Dec 22, 2025
Watch as Cratchit asks Scrooge for Christmas Day off in Goodman Theatre's production of A Christmas Carol. The production is now on stage through December 31st, 2025.
by Joshua Wright - Dec 22, 2025
Watch as Cratchit asks Scrooge for Christmas Day off in Goodman Theatre's production of A Christmas Carol. The production is now on stage through December 31st, 2025.
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; RVC Starlight Theatre Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY to be Presented at A.C.T. in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
This February, American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) will present Paranormal Activity, an original story based on Paramount Pictures’ terrifying film franchise—now unleashed live on stage at A.C.T.’s Toni Rembe.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
This February, American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) will present Paranormal Activity, an original story based on Paramount Pictures’ terrifying film franchise—now unleashed live on stage at A.C.T.’s Toni Rembe.
Goodman Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Goodman Theatre?
Goodman Theatre's current show is War Paint which began performances on 6/28/2016.
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