As Goodman Theatre approaches its 2025/2026 Centennial Season, the theater’s commitment to storytelling beyond the stage is stronger than ever. Through education and engagement programs that reach Chicagoans of all ages — from toddlers experiencing live performance for the first time to older adults reflecting on their lives through storytelling — the Goodman fosters meaningful […]
The Penelopiad has opened at Goodman Theatre and tells the largely untold story of Penelope, the wife of Odysseus, who waited at home with her 12 maids while her husband — who Homer in the Odyssey called a “man of many twists and turns” — took 20 years to get back to her after the […]
Many know Emmy Award-winner Dana Delany from China Beach, Desperate Housewives and other television shows and movies. Delany wrote Highway Patrol — along with co-authors Mike Donahue, Dane Laffrey and Jen Silverman — now playing at The Goodman until February 18. The play is constructed of tweets, texts, emails and phone conversations Delany had with others who are dramatized in Highway Patrol. Expect […]
Goodman Theatre, Chicago’s oldest and largest nonprofit theater, celebrated the 40th anniversary of its Women’s Board at Ruby Night, the spring fundraiser gala. The May 19 event raised more than $1 million in support of the theater’s education and community engagement programs. More than 500 guests gathered at the Fairmont Chicago for the black-tie evening. The […]
When women join the Women’s Board of the Goodman Theatre, they tend to stay. In fact, today’s board still boasts of members who helped found it 40 years ago. The Women’s Board was founded in 1978 to expand the community and financial base of the Goodman Theatre. The current 55 members are among Chicago’s most […]
No other city relishes spring quite like Chicago. As soon as the sunshine arrives on the scene, Chicagoans creep out from their winterized abodes, ready to soak in the sunshine and warmth. You might know Chicago as the “Windy City” or the “City of Broad Shoulders,” but one of our city’s most fitting nicknames is Urbs […]
Goodman Theatre’s Music Director, Malcolm Ruhl, is joined by his daughter, Madeline, for the theater’s 38th production of “A Christmas Carol.” Make It Better had a chance to sit down with the director and flutist, who have lived in Highland Park and Evanston. Make It Better: Malcolm, you’ve been a part of this for a few years now. […]
It wouldn’t be the holiday season without Scrooge, George Bailey and the Sugar Plum Fairies appearing on local stages. But November and December also bring other theatrical gifts, including some promising comedies and dramas that have nothing to do with Santa Claus. “You Can’t Take It With You“ Nov. 6 – Dec. 13 A huge […]
For theatergoers, season ticket subscriptions offer savings on ticket costs, the ability to change seats or performance dates, and the chance to put some outings on the calendar months ahead of time. And, subscriptions are a way of putting your money behind a group you like. Here’s a look at several superb Chicago-area theater subscription […]
This weekend, Chicago will host the 2015 Blind World and International Championship, the Windy City BBQ Classic, and the opening of a Pulitzer Prize-winning play. You can also give back at Syd Rocks Live in Evanston or take a moment to reflect in Highwood during the unveiling of a sculpture that honors those who lost their lives on […]
