Critics around the country continue to lavish praise on Chicago’s incredibly diverse theatre scene; the city’s a premier destination for people who appreciate quality acting and first-class productions.

Theatre

Broadway in Chicago - Located in the heart of the Chicago Loop, three of the city’s beautiful theatre “palaces” offer a full range of entertainment from major musicals to award-winning stage dramas. Theatres include the Cadillac Palace, the Ford Center for the Performing Arts/Oriental Theatre and the newly renovated LaSalle Bank Theatre.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater - Located at Navy Pier, CST has a reputation for offering dazzling Shakespeare productions and is highly regarded by distinguished playwrights and directors, both American and international.
800 E. Grand

Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower Place - Some of the most popular Broadway plays and musicals are presented in this intimate 549-seat theatre, conveniently located within one of the Magnificent Mile’s best shopping destinations.
175 E. Chestnut

Goodman Theatre - Chicago’s oldest and largest non-profit theatre, the Goodman presents the classics with new vision and premiers new plays with dedication and respect for the playwright. The Goodman Theatre’s led by celebrated artistic director Robert Falls.
170 N. Dearborn

Lifeline Theatre - This superb company creates highly visual interpretations of classic novels in an intimate, 100-seat theatre. Inventive productions such as Jane Eyre and Pride and Prejudice have earned rave reviews.
6912 N. Glenwood

Lookingglass Theatre Company - This acclaimed theatre company, co-founded by actor David Schwimmer, features inventive ensemble productions that truly “fire the imagination”.
821 N. Michigan

Noble Horse Theatre - Just north of the Loop, you can see The Nutcracker performed as it was originally intended—on horseback. Rediscover this eighteenth-century tradition where Nutcracker characters perform breathtaking acrobatics on horseback set against Tchaikovsky’s original music.
1410 N. Orleans Street

Steppenwolf Theatre Company - John Malkovich, Gary Sinese, Joan Allen and John Cusack are just a few of the original members of this world-renowned theatre. Featuring a permanent ensemble cast and guest artists, this edgy, collaborative company continues to redefine the landscape of acting and performance. Steppenwolf’s highly-popular production August: Osage County moved to Broadway in New York and then won five 2008 Tony Awards, including best play.
1650 N. Halsted

The Chicago Theatre - Built in 1921, The Chicago Theatre was the first large, lavish movie palace in America. This magnificent space has evolved into one of the city’s most exciting venues for concerts, live theatre, dance and special events.
175 N. State

Victory Gardens Theater - In September 2006, Victory Gardens moved into a 299-seat mainstage at the landmark Biograph Theatre, a site known for its complex and storied history. This gorgeously restored space is now the proud home to some of Chicago’s most provocative and dynamic theatre.
2257 N. Lincoln