June 21 – July 27 in Albert Theatre

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September 6 – October 5 in Albert Theatre
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Inside The Color Purple: A Walkthrough Experience for Emerging Global Majority Theatremakers

June 20 at 3:30pm

Designed specifically for Global Majority (POC) theatremakers working in Chicago, participants will explore backstage spaces at Goodman Theatre, gaining a first-hand look at the production process. Event Details.

The Color Purple Scene Night

June 26 at 6pm

Join Goodman Theatre’s Scenemakers Board for an evening of networking and mingling with other Chicago young professionals as you support this musical stage adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize- and National Book Award-winning novel. Event Details.

Pride Night Out!

June 27 at 6pm

Join us for an unforgettable CONTEXT event as we kick off the Chicago Pride festivities with a night of community! Learn More.

BOOK UP!

July 23 – August 10

Every book holds a new adventure—where will we go next? This wonderous outdoor circus spectacle invites little ones (and their grown-ups!) to move, play, and discover the magic of reading. Learn More.

TJ & Dave

July 24 – 26

Famed longtime improvisers, actors and friends TJ Jagodowski and David Pasquesi—”two of the world’s finest practitioners of the art of long-form improv” (Time Out Chicago)—return with unforgettable live performances to the Goodman. Get tickets.

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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.

The Color Purple

“There’s a reason why it’s a cultural touchstone.” The Color Purple director Lili-Anne Brown shares why you won’t want to miss this timeless story—turned musical—that’s “so victorious.”

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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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A Hot Summer Line-Up

BROADWAYWORLD
From a free outdoor circus spectacle to a world-class improv, from intimate new play readings to a powerful festival celebrating Indigenous artistry—this summer at the Goodman offers something for everyone.

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Susan V. Booth Named to 2025 Power List

CS MAGAZINE
The Chicago Power List returns with a fresh slate of leaders shaping the city’s future—featuring the Goodman’s own Walter Artistic Director.

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A Bold Cast for a Beloved Story

PLAYBILL
This musical production of The Color Purple announces the full cast, led by Chicago native Brittney Mack and directed by Lili-Anne Brown.

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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.

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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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