Chicago Shakespeare Theater

“PERICLES could not have been done better…Proves its beauties to be equally deep and its political intelligence acute” – The Guardian We’re looking forward to welcoming the Royal Shakespeare Company’s acclaimed production of PERICLES to our Courtyard stage this fall, marking the company’s return to Chicago for the first time in 30 years and the start of a new ongoing partnership! Direct from the company’s home in Stratford-upon-Avon, RSC co-artistic director Tamara Harvey stages Shakespeare’s moving tale of love, hope, and miracles. Beginning October 20. https://lnkd.in/gaZyix4E Photos from the RSC’s production in Stratford-upon-Avon, by Johan Persson

Happy closing to company of Shakes in the City: TWELFTH NIGHT, who brought so much warmth, joy, and talent to 21 neighborhoods across the city this summer. Thanks to everyone who came out to join us! TWELFTH NIGHT, directed by Tyrone Phillips with an acting ensemble featuring Yaw Agyeman, Ernest Bentley, Robert Hunter Bry, Tafadzwa Diener, Sonia Goldberg, Dennis William Grimes, Charence Higgins, Weléla Mar Kindred, Jamaque Newberry, and Juwon Tyrel Perry. The company also includes Music Director Robert Reddrick, Production Designer Beth Laske-Miller, Stage Manager Katrina Herrmann, and Assistant Stage Manager Gianni Carcagno.

“O, for a muse of fire, that would ascend The brightest heaven of invention” HENRY V rehearsals are underway, and in the hands of this epic ensemble cast—led by Elijah Jones in the title role and directed by Edward Hall—audiences have a lot to look forward to. Performances begin September 6! Photos by Liz Lauren

We’re cheering for our 14 Jeff Award nominations for the 23/24 season, including noms for a broad spectrum of work across our three spaces: TWELFTH NIGHT, ILLINOISE, RICHARD III, JUDGMENT DAY, and THE ENIGMATIST. Congratulations to all, and we look forward to celebrating alongside the Chicago theater community we are so proud to be a part of next month!

"Being a LORD OF THE RINGS fan for so many years, it's just truly a dream come true to be able to see this." It's been such an honor and a joy to bring this adaptation of THE LORD OF THE RINGS - A MUSICAL TALE to US audiences for the first time. Through September 1 only! www.chicagoshakes.com/lotr Based on the books by J.R.R. Tolkien Book and Lyrics by Shaun McKenna and Matthew Warchus Music by A.R. Rahman, Värttinä, and Christopher Nightingale Directed by Paul Hart

Get ready to start the new school year with Chicago Shakespeare! 🎭 Know a young person interested in getting hands-on experience with theater professionals and learning more about what happens behind the curtain? Our FREE Back-to-School workshop on August 13 with Jenn Giangola, Wardrobe Supervisor, and Ashley Adams, Hair & Makeup Department Manager, is just for them! They can explore what happens in our costume shop and design a tote bag or hairpiece for the new school year! Appropriate for beginners and theater enthusiasts over 13 years old. When: Tuesday, August 13 from 3:00-4:30 p.m. Location: Chicago Shakespeare Theater Register here: https://lnkd.in/g2X77_md

Elijah Jones makes his Chicago Shakespeare debut as Henry V, the ambitious young leader grappling with the weight of power in Shakespeare’s epic tale. He and our incredible ensemble cast, directed by artistic director Edward Hall, began rehearsals this week, and trust us—you don’t want to miss what they’re cooking up. Performances begin September 6! https://lnkd.in/g4xQrECs Photo by Jeff Sciortino

Our There and Back Again journey has begun… THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE opens this evening, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to be sharing this beautiful production with Chicago. Come join us in Middle-earth, now through September 1! Photos by Liz Lauren THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE Based on the books by J.R.R. Tolkien Book and Lyrics by Shaun McKenna and Matthew Warchus Music by A.R. Rahman, Värttinä, and Christopher Nightingale Directed by Paul Hart

“I’ll take the ring to Mordor, though I don’t know the way...” We’re thrilled to share this first look at our US premiere production of THE LORD OF THE RINGS - A MUSICAL TALE. Come join us in Middle-earth for this epic there and back again journey, now through September 1. www.chicagoshakes.com/lotr THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE Based on the books by J.R.R. Tolkien Book and Lyrics by Shaun McKenna and Matthew Warchus Music by A.R. Rahman, Värttinä, and Christopher Nightingale Directed by Paul Hart

A Long-Expected Party begins…TONIGHT! We can hardly wait to welcome audiences to the first preview of THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE. Come celebrate Bilbo Baggins’ 111st birthday with us…and prepare for a theatrical journey you won’t soon forget! Now through September 1. P.S. We’re happy to share that our ticket system is back online after being affected by this morning’s global outage. So there’s no reason to delay in grabbing your tickets! www.chicagoshakes.com/LOTR THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE Based on the books by J.R.R. Tolkien Book and Lyrics by Shaun McKenna and Matthew Warchus Music by A.R. Rahman, Värttinä, and Christopher Nightingale Directed by Paul Hart Photo by Liz Lauren