LIMITED ENGAGEMENT ON STAGE NOW
Oscar Award-winning writer David Seidler's true story of a reluctant monarch and his unlikely ally.
2019/20 SEASON ON SALE NOW
A variety of flexible ticket packages make it easy for you to get the best seats at the best price!
ISANGO ENSEMBLE RETURNS
A young refugee’s journey through Africa told through glorious singing, music, and dance.
ANDARES: OCTOBER 23–27
The extraordinary true stories of three people living in México's most remote corners.
This Fall: Love at first sight
In November, Artistic Director Barbara Gaines stages Shakespeare’s famous tragic romance.
Q BROTHERS CHRISTMAS CAROL
Heat up your holidays! The raucous ad-rap-tation of Charles Dickens’ classic begins November 29.
COMING JANUARY 2020
A Tony Award-nominated composer transforms Jane Austen’s classic into a charming musical.
ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY
RSC returns to Chicago for the first time in 25 years with Shakespeare’s fierce comedy.
AS YOU LIKE IT: SPRING 2020
Hit songs from The Beatles mix with timeless poetry in Shakespeare’s joyous comedy.
GREAT PRICES FOR GROUPS
Book a group of 10 or more and save on a first-class theatrical experience at CST.
Navy Pier Dining Deals
Save 20% when you show your ticket at Riva Crabhouse, Harry Caray’s, and Tiny Tavern.
ACCESS SHAKESPEARE
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08 Sun, Sep 8 | 09 Mon, Sep 9 | 10 Tue, Sep 10 | 11 Wed, Sep 11 | 12 Thu, Sep 12 7:30 p.m. | 13 Fri, Sep 13 7:30 p.m. | 14 Sat, Sep 14 7:30 p.m. |
15 Sun, Sep 15 2:00 p.m. | 16 Mon, Sep 16 | 17 Tue, Sep 17 7:30 p.m. | 18 Wed, Sep 18 7:30 p.m. | 19 Thu, Sep 19 7:30 p.m. | 20 Fri, Sep 20 | 21 Sat, Sep 21 3:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. |
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06 Sun, Oct 6 2:00 p.m.   Audio-described with optional Touch Tour (PA) Come for the PreAmble 60 minutes before curtain 2:30 p.m. | 07 Mon, Oct 7 | 08 Tue, Oct 8 | 09 Wed, Oct 9 7:30 p.m. 7:45 p.m. | 10 Thu, Oct 10 1:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:45 p.m. | 11 Fri, Oct 11 7:45 p.m. | 12 Sat, Oct 12 2:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. |
13 Sun, Oct 13 2:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. | 14 Mon, Oct 14 | 15 Tue, Oct 15 | 16 Wed, Oct 16 7:30 p.m. | 17 Thu, Oct 17 | 18 Fri, Oct 18 | 19 Sat, Oct 19 8:00 p.m. |
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15 Sun, Dec 15 2:00 p.m. Audio-described with optional Touch Tour (PA) Come for the PreAmble 60 minutes before curtain 3:00 p.m. | 16 Mon, Dec 16 | 17 Tue, Dec 17 7:30 p.m. 7:45 p.m. | 18 Wed, Dec 18 7:30 p.m. 7:45 p.m. | 19 Thu, Dec 19 7:30 p.m. | 20 Fri, Dec 20 7:30 p.m. 7:45 p.m. | 21 Sat, Dec 21 5:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. |
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08 Sun, Mar 8 2:00 p.m. Audio-described with optional Touch Tour (PA) Come for the PreAmble 60 minutes before curtain | 09 Mon, Mar 9 | 10 Tue, Mar 10 | 12 Thu, Mar 12 7:30 p.m. | 13 Fri, Mar 13 7:30 p.m. | ||
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14 Sun, Jun 14 2:00 p.m. Audio-described with optional Touch Tour (PA) Come for the PreAmble 60 minutes before curtain | 15 Mon, Jun 15 | 16 Tue, Jun 16 | 17 Wed, Jun 17 7:30 p.m. | 18 Thu, Jun 18 7:30 p.m. | 19 Fri, Jun 19 7:30 p.m. | 20 Sat, Jun 20 8:00 p.m. |
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Cst Spotlight
News
September 20, 2019
The King’s Speech featured on WTTW’s Chicago Tonight
Harry Hadden-Paton and James Frain took time out of their final rehearsal to share a behind-the-scenes look at the North American Premiere of The King’s Speech.
September 10, 2019
First Look: The King's Speech
Broadway World highlights the stellar cast of The King’s Speech, which takes the stage in The Yard on September 12 for its North American Premiere.
August 1, 2019
SIX is Broadway bound
The New York Times announced today that the electrifying pop-concert spectacle headlined by the wives of Henry VIII will take up residence at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre in February 2020.
July 16, 2019
"A glorious musical journey for all ages"
Chicago Sun-Times is over the rainbow about The Wizard of Oz: "the show has heart, brains, courage and spectacle to keep youngsters dazzled and their minders impressed."
June 24, 2019
"SIX is a global hit"
UK’s The Guardian interviewed SIX creators Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss about their whirlwind year of success with their hit musical, and what comes next.
June 18, 2019
Chicago Shakespeare celebrates 20 years on Navy Pier
Chicago Tribune covered the Theater’s annual Gala, which took place on June 10, 2019 and raised $1.2 million to fund education and community outreach programs.
May 30, 2019
SIX extended by popular demand!
The Queens continue their reign through the summer: new block of tickets on sale now. Grab some of the best seats today!
May 24, 2019
SIX declared “a knockout musical”
Hedy Weiss of WTTW's Chicago Tonight praises "this volcanic, high-drama rock concert...that could compete with the biggest pop stars of the moment."
May 15, 2019
Chicago Tribune highlights SIX opening
With Memorial Day just around the corner, Chris Jones of Chicago Tribune has named SIX "one to see" in his May openings list.
April 26, 2019
★★★½ for Hamlet
Chicago Tribune's Chris Jones declares, "Broadway actor Maurice Jones has a humility you don’t usually see in Hamlets; he’s a regular guy...empathetic and vulnerable."
April 21, 2019
"Shakespeare will always be relevant"
Maurice Jones talks Hamlet and his approach to the title role with Rolling Out, sharing his thoughts on the importance of Shakespeare today.
April 15, 2019
SIX "will have you dancing in the aisles"
People Magazine spoke with producer Kenny Wax about SIX, and how this smash hit musical rewrites history "with a strong dose of female empowerment."
April 9, 2019
2019/20 Season Announced
This expansive line-up of plays, musicals, new work and international artistry will engage one of the broadest audiences of any theater in America today.
March 28, 2019
SIX a top pick for spring
Chicago Reader highlights the critically acclaimed hit new musical as an upcoming show to add to your must-see list.
February 21, 2019
Chicago Tribune gives "★★★★" to An Inspector Calls
"Daldry's heart-stopping deconstruction of the post-war thriller was a reminder of all that live theater can achieve."
February 19, 2019
“A directorial and acting masterclass”
NewCity praises Short Shakespeare! Macbeth: “an example of just how the theater industry might combat accusations of irrelevance.”
February 7, 2019
“Both timely and timeless”
Stage & Cinema sets the scene for An Inspector Calls: "Daldry’s production was a radical departure from conventional stagings."
January 24, 2019
★★★1/2 for “Empowering” Us/Them
Chris Jones from the Chicago Tribune says, “if you’re interested in the therapeutic value of storytelling, I doubt you’ll move a muscle.”
January 15, 2019
SIX tickets on sale now
Be among the first to book your seat for the North American Premiere of SIX, on stage beginning May 14: tickets start at just $32.
January 10, 2019
Midsummer extended due to popular demand
Joe Dowling’s enchanting production has been extended through February 3: new block of tickets on sale now.
December 20, 2018
Electrifying new musical to close 2018/19 Season
SIX, a musical uniting the legendary six wives of King Henry VIII, has been rescheduled into the timeframe of the previously announced world premiere musical, Bedknobs and Broomsticks.
Watch & Listen
Video: Watch the trailer for The King's Speech
Gallery: Isango Ensemble's modern African odyssey, A Man of Good Hope
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