Two officers, convinced all women are fickle in love, hatch a plan to switch places and woo each other’s fiancées in disguise — but the women know exactly …
“In piano terms, he’s an Olympian...physical and mental prowess at its summit.” —The Spectator
One of the most distinctive artists and polymaths of his generation, Sir Stephen Hough combines …
International superstar Renée Fleming makes her much-anticipated return to the Lyric Opera of Chicago stage with a program based on her 2023 Grammy-winning Best Classical Vocal Solo Album. …
Embark on a thrilling voyage over two striking visions of the ocean — Debussy’s ravishing La mer and Gabriella Smith’s showpiece for cello, Lost Coast. Inspired by a hiking trip along …
In the heat of civil war, the Governor of the region and his wife flee an angry uprising, abandoning their infant son in the midst of the chaos. The responsibility to rear the child falls upon Grusha, a servant girl, who sacrifices everything to respectfully raise the young boy as her own. But when the biological mother returns, a debate arises as to who is the rightful mother of the boy. Written at the close of World War II, Brecht’s masterpiece explores the impact of war on ordinary people who find their humanity amidst a chaos they did not invite. This show focuses on storytelling and performance with basic production elements.
Written by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen
Loosely based on Dracula by Bram Stroker
Directed by company member Matthew Masino
“Over-the-top and bloody hilarious... a must-see!” – DC Theater Arts
In the …
By August Strindberg
Directed by Senior Artistic Producer Gabrielle Randle-Bent
August Strindberg’s Miss Julie is a confrontation of class, gender, and desire at the turn of the twentieth century that’s as relevant …
José James presents the 50th anniversary of Marvin Gaye’s I Want You with special guest Lizz Wright
A soulful tribute, decades of inspiration
Marvin Gaye’s I Want You shaped the music of …
Join us as we honor 16 unforgettable years of Opera Up Close with John Concepcion and Friends. In his final bow with Opera Up Close, Concepcion delivers a …
The winner of four 2024 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, is THE OUTSIDERS.
Adapted from S.E. HINTON’s seminal novel and FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA’s iconic film, this thrilling new musical features a book …
Renowned mezzo-soprano and 2025/26 CSO Artist-in-Residence Joyce DiDonato takes center stage in Emily, an extraordinary collaboration with the classical-roots string trio Time For Three. Together, they bring to life …
A wedding weekend, full of the usual complications: love triangles, mischievous fairies, and a talking donkey? William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy presents the twisted love triangles of Hermia and Lysander and Helena and Demetrius. Guided by magic and mischief, our lovers journey through a strange night in the forest. They must overcome enhancements to claim their love and the freedom to follow their hearts.
Sensational teen Himari illuminates Bruch’s First Violin Concerto in her CSO subscription debut. Blacknificent 7 composer Joel Thompson’s To See the Sky, “a shifting palette of grooves, colors and …
The King's Singers have set the gold standard in a cappella singing, captivating audiences on the world's biggest stages for over fifty years. Known for their exceptional technique and versatility, they blend a rich heritage with innovative works, collaborations, and recordings. Their impressive discography boasts multiple awards, including two GRAMMY® and an Emmy, and they've released three albums, celebrating everything from Renaissance composers to Disney classics.
Joel Link and Bryan Lee, violin; Julianne Lee, viola; Camden Shaw, cello
Praised by Third Coast Review for their “astonishing and virtuosic” playing and “magnificent melding of talent,” the two-time Grammy-nominated …
Step back in time to the glitz and glamour of 1960s Las Vegas in this unforgettable tribute to the original kings of cool—Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy …
It isn’t hard to guess the identity of the central character in A Hero’s Life, Richard Strauss’ extravagant showpiece filled with action, valor and romance — it’s undeniably the …
Big business means big laughs in this riotous romp through the corporate world that took Broadway by storm, winning both the Tony Award for Best Musical and a Pulitzer Prize. As sharp as it is hilarious, the story follows the meteoric rise of J. Pierrepont Finch, an ambitious window washer who stumbles upon a book titled How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Armed with this handy guide, Finch sets out to conquer the Worldwide Wicket Company with a mix of wit, charm, and a bit of scheming.
This reinvigorated production of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying is a tune-filled, comic gem full of ambition, love, luck, and a whole lot of nerve!
In a grimy hostel in Amsterdam, Matt and Davis meet Christina, who changes one of their lives. A year later, in a grimier studio apartment in New York, Matt and Davis meet Christina again, who changes the other’s life. A play about fictions, connection, and love that is begged, borrowed, and stolen.
US Premiere
The unquestionable love of a mother for her son is at the heart of this compelling new play. Fearless and indomitable she confronts his captors at enormous …
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Dinosaur World Live as it returns to the US for its third major tour! Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child's favorite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus! A special meet and greet after the show offer all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend.
Circus, Comedy/Drama, Literary Adaptation, New Work, Performance Art, Physical Theater
Runs Feb 21 - Mar 22, 2026
The Actors Gymnasium's Winter Circus is an annual circus show devised, directed, and produced by industry professionals. Past productions include: Little Red, Circus Quixotic (later, Circus Quixote at …
