September 6 – October 5 in Albert Theatre

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October 4 – November 9 in Owen Theatre

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Explore Classic, Choice, Whenever and Centennial Memberships

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UPDATES from the theater you love.

Musical Theatre Intensive students performing.

Musical Theatre Intensive Showcase

Monday, August 11 at 7pm

Join us for an unforgettable evening of performances featuring young performers in Goodman’s Musical Theatre Intensive. Come see some of Chicago’s brightest emerging talent in one of theater’s most celebrated events of the summer. All ages are welcome! Learn more.

Tor Campbell and Raquel Torre.

The Artistic Connection: Pitching Your Ideas to Theaters and Makers

Thursday, August 14

Led by the 2024–2025 Directing Fellows, Tor Campbell and Raquel Torre, this event aims to build bridges between emerging Global Majority creators and the producing entities looking to connect with Chicago’s growing talent pool. Learn more.

100 Free Acts of Theater

An epic citywide year-long event—100 Free Acts of Theater—activates all 50 wards of Chicago. Designed as a celebration of the artistic fabric of our city during our Centennial Season, The Goodman is proud to partner with local organizations to amplify existing programming and collaborate on new efforts. Learn More.

A Christmas Carol: Young Performer Auditions

Saturday, September 20
The Goodman Theatre is seeking aspiring Chicagoland actors aged 5-17 for the 47th annual production of A Christmas Carol! Learn More.

A Christmas Carol

November 15 – December 31
Rediscover a Dickens’ classic with an adaptation that “makes you believe kindness can win” (Chicago Tribune) Featuring a “first-rate cast and marvelous staging” (Chicago Sun-Times), this tale remains “the best Christmas story ever told” (Time Out Chicago). Learn More.

Dennis Watkins dressed in suit and tie stands in front of lit up "The Magic Parlour" sign.

The Magic Parlour

Performances now available through December!

Join award-winning magician Dennis Watkins as your thoughts, your choices, and your imagination create the most amazing feats showcased in this tour-de-force of classic magic and mind reading. Get tickets.

Revolution(s)

Tickets are on sale now for Revolution(s). With original music from Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famer Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine, presented in our intimate Owen Theatre, it’s a musical unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Performances start October 4.

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ENGAGE AND LEARN

Art in service of a wider vision of social change. Explore our programs and partnerships that aim to activate authentic collaboration with Chicago’s citizens, schools and organizations—and better our city.

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Tj & Dave with Fox News spokesperson.

Making It Up, Brilliantly

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Longtime collaborators TJ & Dave bring their signature spontaneity back to the Goodman. In conversation, they dive into their creative process, unique collaboration and what keeps their unscripted performances fresh, funny and full of surprises.

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The Color Purple's Nicole Michelle Haskins and Gilbert Domally on Chicago Today.

Rooted in Connection

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Friendship, legacy and love—for each other, and for the story they’re telling. In an interview, The Color Purple cast members Gilbert Domally and Nicole Michelle Haskins talk about the personal significance of their characters and the bonds that bring the show to life.

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Brittney Mack as Anne of Cleves.

Leading with Heart

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For Brittney Mack, The Color Purple is more than a role—it’s a return. The Chicago native shares how her upbringing, early theater experiences and deep love for music all led her to Celie.

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Africa scene from The Color Purple.

Inside the Story

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How does a story set in the early 1900s still resonate today? In an interview with Paul Lisnek, cast members Nicole Michelle Haskins and Aerie Williams dig into the layers of The Color Purple—the power of women, the sisterhood and what it means to bring the story to life for a new generation.

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A Birthday Gift to the City

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The Goodman is turning 100, and taking the celebration citywide. In partnership with DCASE, 100 Free Acts of Theater will bring a yearlong series of free performances that will appear in parks and neighborhoods in all 50 wards.

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From Our Stage to Yours

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As The Goodman shares its Centennial Season gift—100 Free Acts of Theater in partnership with DCASE—The Color Purple shines on stage. Hear from the director and choreographer as they reflect on the legacy of the story and the beauty of the book.

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Telling the Tale Together 

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Castmates Evan Tyrone Martin and Aerie Williams discuss their roles in The Color Purple, the power of the story and what it means to bring it to Chicago audiences.

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Center Stage with Lili-Anne Brown

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The Color Purple director reflects on her Chicago roots and artistic journey—plus, cast members Gilbert Domally and Nicole Michelle Haskins share what it’s like working under her visionary direction.

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Don’t Miss This Musical Sneak Peek

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In a special in-studio performance, The Color Purple stars Brittney Mack and Aerie Williams shared a moving preview of the show’s music live on Windy City Weekend.

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CELEBRATING 99 YEARS

Today’s Goodman Theatre traces its roots back to the dream of multifaceted artist, Kenneth Sawyer Goodman, who worked to open Chicago’s first major theater and training program from drama students at the Chicago Art Institute.

Goodman’s parents took up his cause after his death and in the fall of 1925, the Kenneth Sawyer Goodman Memorial Theatre opened its doors. Our Full History

Visitor Info

Getting to the Goodman is easy.

Our central location is in close proximity to I-55, I-90/94, I-290 and Lake Shore Drive, as well as all major CTA rail lines and many bus routes. Multiple parking lots are located near the theater, and Goodman patrons have options for discounted parking rates. More help getting here.

A few links to answer all your questions.

Patron Health & Safety: Stay up to date on our latest COVID-19 safety protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions: We get these all the time; yours is probably here.

Food & Drinks Nearby: Where to go before and after the show.

Theater Services: Coat check, lost and found, emergency info.

Accessibility: We strive to make performances and facilities accessible to all patrons.

THE OWEN THEATRE

Goodman’s Flexible 350 Seat Courtyard Theatre

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THE Albert THEATRE

Goodman’s 856 Seat
Proscenium Main Stage

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