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2025/26 Season Announced

Thrilling, joyful & unforgettable productions take the stage, building on the excitement of our final show this season.

42 Balloons

A new musical from the producers of SIX

NOW–JUN 29

A soaringly original musical inspired by the crazy but true story of “Lawnchair Larry”—a man with 42 weather balloons, a lawn chair & a dream. North American Premiere.

Circus Abyssinia: Ethiopian Dreams

JUL 10–AUG 3

Kicking off the 25/26 season, a world-famous circus astounds audiences of all ages with heart-stopping acrobatics, high-flying hilarity, and death-defying tricks this summer

Billie Jean

JUL 18–AUG 10

Sports icon and equality champion Billie Jean King shatters glass ceilings on and off the court in this World Premiere from acclaimed playwright Lauren Gunderson

Shakes in the City: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

JUL 19–AUG 17

Shakespeare’s dreamiest romantic comedy is brought to vibrant new life with free performances in green spaces, neighborhoods, and events across the city.
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About Chicago Shakespeare

CST is home to a bold and innovative year-round season—plays, musicals, world premieres, family productions, and theatrical presentations from around the globe—alongside education programming for students, teachers, and lifelong learners, and engagement with communities across the city.

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Live theater is an opportunity to bring people together, share stories, and learn the similarities of our humanity. Help Chicago Shakespeare continue to build those moments on our stages—the people’s theater on the people’s pier. With your support, our future is bright.

Teachers, plan a trip for your students

Matinee performances reserved entirely for students grades 6–12 are available during the academic year at a deeply subsidized ticket price. From full-length productions to our Short Shakespeare! program, you’re sure to find something exciting and engaging for your classroom.