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The Centennial 25/26 Season

For a century, The Goodman has been more than a theater—it’s been the heartbeat of Chicago. Where stories come alive and move us to dream bigger and feel deeper. Here, art doesn’t just entertain you—it awakens.

This is The Goodman—where humanity takes center stage. Join us for the Centennial 25/26 Season. Come to The Goodman. Leave more human.

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2025/2026 Season

This is The Goodman—inspiring audiences for a century.

Albert Theatre Series

 

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Ashland Avenue

September 6 – October 5, 2025

“You gotta start living your life right now. Because someday you’ll wake up and it’s over.”

By Lee Kirk
Directed by Susan V. Booth
Starring Jenna Fischer
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Holiday

January 31 – March 1, 2026

The 1920s Romantic Comedy Soars To New Life.

Adapted by Richard Greenberg
Based on the play by Philip Barry
Directed by Robert Falls

The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao

February 21 – April 5, 2026

“I have heard from a reliable source that no Dominican male has ever died a virgin. I shall be the first.”

By Marco Antonio Rodriguez
Adapted from the novel by Junot Díaz
Directed by Wendy Mateo

The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao will be presented in the Owen Theatre.

Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom

March 28 – April 26, 2026

“The more music you got in the world, the fuller it is.”

By August Wilson’s
Directed by Chuck Smith
Associate Director and Music Director Harry J. Lennix

Iceboy!

June 9 – July 19, 2026 

Emmy Award-winner Megan Mullally stars in a new musical comedy that will melt your heart.

Music by Mark Hollmann
Lyrics by Mark Hollmann and Jay Reiss
Book by Erin Quinn Purcell and Jay Reiss
Directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall

Owen Theatre Series

Revolution(s)

October 4 – November 9, 2025

Put your hands on the wheel of history.

By Zayd Ayers Dohrn
Music and Lyrics by Tom Morello
Directed by Steve H. Broadnax III

The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao

February 21 – April 5, 2026

“I have heard from a reliable source that no Dominican male has ever died a virgin. I shall be the first.”

By Marco Antonio Rodriguez
Adapted from the novel by Junot Díaz
Directed by Wendy Mateo
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Covenant

May 2 – May 31, 2026

“Everybody got a secret.”

Written by York Walker 
Directed by Malkia Stampley 

Special Events

A Christmas Carol

November 15 – December 31, 2025

Goodman BOLD Artistic Producer Malkia Stampley takes the reins as director, with Christopher Donahue returning as Scrooge after a “historical standout” performance in his 2024 debut (WGNRadio.com).

Adapted by Tom Creamer
Directed by Malkia Stampley
A man in a suit stands outside a building with a sign reading "MAGIC PARLOR" above the entrance.

Dennis Watkins' The Magic Parlour

Step into 3rd Generation Magician Dennis Watkins’ custom magic theater in the heart of downtown Chicago.

Presented The Goodman and Petterinos 

Theater of the Mind

Co-created by Academy, Grammy, and Tony Award-winning artist David Byrne and writer Mala Gaonkar, Theater of the Mind is a new theatrical experience you’ll see, feel, taste and hear.

Presented by The Goodman

2025/2026 Memberships

Become a member now and take advantage of the benefits listed below! Choose a membership package to see more details and customize your experience.

Classic

Our most popular membership!

  • Get the best seats—yours to keep year after year*.
  • Get half-price additional single tickets for your member shows, available before the general public+.
  • Book a spot in the private Goodman Lounge during your performance date—up to two times per season!
  • Save 25% at the Goodman bar and gift shop.
  • Unlimited ticket exchanges (free with similar series).

+Half-price tickets available for Classic members for shows in your series. *Classic Albert Theatre Members receive fixed seats. Members receive 15% off tickets for A Christmas Carol.

Centennial

Receive all the benefits of a Classic, plus discounted tickets to The Magic Parlour and Theater of the Mind.

The Centennial membership gets you access to ten experiences:

  • Ashland Avenue
  • Revolution(s)
  • A Christmas Carol
  • Holiday
  • The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao
  • Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom
  • Covenant
  • Iceboy!
  • The Magic Parlour
  • Theater of the Mind

Choice

Create a season tailored for you and SAVE UP TO 25% OFF SINGLE TICKETS!

  • Select your own plays from our Albert or Owen Theatres
  • Choose your dates in advance but receive unlimited ticket exchanges
  • Save 25% at the Goodman bar and gift shop
  • The more plays you choose, the more you save

Whenever

A membership you can use however–and whenever–you want. Plus, THE MORE PASSES YOU BUY, THE MORE YOU SAVE!

  • Purchase 4 – 10 passes for the 25/26 Season. Redeemable for any regular season production or date**
  • Use all your passes for one play—or spread them throughout the season
  • Ages 35 and under receive 50% off Whenever memberships

**Not valid for special events, including A Christmas Carol, The Magic Parlour or Theater of the Mind. Good for front mezzanine seating in the Albert Theatre and all sections of the Owen Theatre.

Questions about 25/26 memberships?

Call the box office at (312) 443-3800 (12pm – 5pm, daily).

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