Why are we here, and what comes next? Throughout time, humans have wrestled with these questions, resulting in compositions like Richard Strauss’ radiant swan song, Rachmaninov’s haunting depiction …
“I have heard from a reliable source that no Dominican male has ever died a virgin. I shall be the first.”
Oscar knows that a nerdy Dominican college freshman isn’t anyone’s idea of a romantic hero. But with the encouragement of Yunior, his new roommate, he is determined to give love another chance. As Oscar sets out from New Jersey to Santo Domingo to prove his undeniable hope, can he shake the dark “fukú” that has haunted his family for generations? Junot Díaz’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel comes to vivid life in this world-premiere English stage adaption—a celebration of risk and the power of perseverance against all odds.
Previews: March 6-March 13, 2026
Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sunday at 6:00pm
Run: March 15-April 19, 2026
Thursday-Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 6:00pm
Escape into the glitz and glamour of ‘The Drowsy Chaperone’, …
Comedy/Drama, Cultural Happenings, New Work, Womxn's History Month
Runs Mar 28 - Apr 19, 2026
Her Story Theater's mission is to shine bright lights in dark places on women and children in need of social justice and community support. We do plays that are focused on women from all walks of life; women's history; work for youth and our Chicago Writers Exchange focused on original works of any genre.
White Rooster is a darkly funny tale of love, loss and the strange things we inherit. After a family tragedy, Min is pulled into a world of restless spirits, old curses and mysterious traditions. Her fiancé won’t stay dead, her sister won’t stay buried and a rooster won’t be ignored. Blending spooky folklore with offbeat humor, White Rooster is a haunting tale of grief, family and the messiness of moving on.
Part philosophical farce, part surreal fever dream—Witkiewicz’s The Cuttlefish, or the Hyrcanian Worldview is a razor-sharp satire of art under pressure. In a world where creativity is consumed by control and individuality is crushed beneath the weight of conformity, an artist spirals into crisis—torn between integrity and survival, freedom and obedience. Witkiewicz exposes the seductive dance between artist and authority, where every act of creation risks becoming an act of submission. Decades ahead of its time, this anarchic comedy lays bare the modern artist’s impossible choice: stay true to your vision, or surrender it for comfort and applause.
Comedy, Dance, Experimental, New Work, Open Run, Performance Art, Physical Theater, Puppetry, Variety
Runs Feb 27 - Apr 19, 2026
THIRTY PLAYS IN SIXTY MINUTES
WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY THE NEO-FUTURIST ENSEMBLE
Each play offers something different, be it funny, profound, elegant, disgusting, topical, irreverent, terrifying, or a song; all …
This musical based on Margaret Wise Brown’s beloved children’s book is drenched in primary colors that pay homage to Clement Hurd’s vivid illustrations in an all-new, immersive setting. …
When four farm animals are no longer needed, they set off for the town of Bremen, dreaming of becoming musicians. On the way, they discover a house full …
Once Upon a Rhyme is a live hip-hop multimedia musical that reimagines classic fairy tales through music, movement, and storytelling.
Follow the legend of DJ Magic Mirror and the …
Xochi is dealing with a lot after the loss of her twin brother Sebastian last year. But when he suddenly returns, everyone rejoices—except Xochi, who senses he’s not the brother she lost. BOTH eerily probes family, memory, love, and which version of the truth is worth believing.
Hailing from Brooklyn, Damn Tall Buildings brings an infectious energy to their music, blending bluegrass with old-time, blues, and jazz influences. Their seamless vocal harmonies and captivating solos create a sound that feels bigger than just three musicians. As they continue to tour, they invite fans to join them on a vibrant musical journey, earning praise for their unique style that’s both warm and deeply resonant.
A Pulitzer Prize finalist for Drama, LOVE LETTERS is a two-hander about two lifelong friends and the letters they exchange. Both born into wealth and position, they begin …
"...one of the most delicate and most cultivated performers of our time."
—Diapason
A renowned guitarist and pedagogue, Raphaella Smits plays worldwide on eight-string guitars and historical instruments. Alongside her …
Classic, Cultural Happenings, Drama, Music, Opera, Womxn's History Month
Runs Mar 14 - Apr 12, 2026
Meet Cio-Cio-San — known as Madama Butterfly — a faithful but doomed geisha in love with B.F. Pinkerton. Everyone but Butterfly knows the Navy lieutenant will break her …
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Italian violinist and conductor Fabio Biondi, world-renowned for “blazing, fierce performances” (Washington Classical Review) with his ensemble Europa Galante, leads the Music of the Baroque Orchestra …
Performance Run Time: 60–70 minutes, no intermission.
Award-winning singer-songwriter Zara McFarlane is known for her unique sound that blends jazz, reggae, folk, and nu-soul. Renowned for her eloquence and artistic depth, …