By Lynn Nottage
Directed By Kate Whoriskey
“★★★★”
(out of 4)
– Chicago Sun-Times
Clyde’s
Sep 10 – Oct 9, 2022 in Goodman's Owen Theatre
Around 1 hour and 35 minutes with no intermission
“Feisty comedy is on the menu” (Washington Post) in two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage’s latest Broadway triumph.
Creating the perfect sandwich is the shared quest of the formerly incarcerated kitchen staff of Clyde’s, a truck stop cafe. Even as the shop’s mischievous owner tries to keep them under her thumb, the staffers are given purpose and permission to dream—finding that “sometimes a hero is more than a sandwich” (New York Times). This stirring, masterful play from the team of two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage and director Kate Whoriskey (Ruined, Sweat) makes its Chicago premiere after its Tony-nominated run on Broadway.
Clyde’s is suggested for ages 13 and up. It contains adult language and adult themes. For more information contact the box office at 312.443.3800
Please Note: Masks are currently recommended, but not required, while in the theater. Policies may change based on prevailing medical guidance. Learn more about Goodman’s current Health and Safety Protocols at GoodmanTheatre.org/Protocols.
Clyde’s cast members Kevin Kenerly (Montrellous), Reza Salazar (Rafael), Garrett Young (Jason) relive their real life horrible bosses experiences and dish on what it’s like to work with Clyde.
Playwright Lynn Nottage and Director Kate Whoriskey taste-test sandwiches from the play and discuss the inspiration behind the production.
Audiences react to Clyde’s—Now extended by popular demand through October 16!
“[Lynn] Nottage serves up a heaping helping of comedy” (Chicago Sun-Times). Experience this Tony Award-nominated play, extended by popular demand through October 16.
Danielle Davis (Clyde) and R) Kevin Kenerly (Montrellous) in Clyde’s.
Photo by Liz Lauren
(L-R): Nedra Snipes (Letitia), Garrett Young (Jason), Reza Salazar (Rafael) and Kevin Kenerly (Montrellous) in Clyde’s.
Photo by Liz Lauren
(L-R): Reza Salazar (Rafael), Danielle Davis (Clyde) and Nedra Snipes (Letitia) in Clyde’s.
Photo by Liz Lauren
(L-R): Reza Salazar (Rafael), Nedra Snipes (Letitia), Kevin Kenerly (Montrellous) and Garrett Young (Jason) in Clyde’s.
Photo by Liz Lauren
Reza Salazar (Rafael) with Nedra Snipes (Letitia) in Clyde’s.
Photo by Liz Lauren
(L-R): Nedra Snipes (Letitia), Reza Salazar (Rafael) and Garrett Young (Jason) in Clyde’s.
Photo by Liz Lauren
“A flavor-bomb of a new comedy” (Variety). Don’t miss Lynn Nottage’s latest Broadway triumph on the Goodman stage September 10 – October 9.
Clyde’s “is a very funny play…where the audience can enjoy and release.” Take a deep dive into this exclusive interview featuring Director Kate Whoriskey as she discusses the impact of the play and Lynn Nottage’s work.
Critical Praise
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“CLYDE’S WILL LEAVE YOU RAVENOUSLY HUNGRY FOR MORE!”
– Chicago Sun-Times
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Danielle Davis “inhabits Clyde’s wicked sense of humor impeccably”
– BroadwayWorld
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“A palate-pleasing opener for Goodman’s season”
– Chicago Reader
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“UNABASHEDLY A COMEDY-THE REAL, LAUGH-OUT-LOUD KIND”
– BroadwayWorld
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“Nottage serves up a heaping helping of comedy”
– Chicago Sun-Times
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“A Thoroughly Enjoyable…Lively Dark Comedy”
– Chicago Tribune
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a ” poignant, ninety-minute, laugh-out-loud funny play”
– Newcity
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A “dynamic production… [Clyde’s] gave me a lot to chew on for days”
– Axios
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Clyde’s “kept the audience laughing throughout”
– Splash Magazine
Audience Feedback
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Humorous and heartwarming…the story also packs a relevant punch.
Sophie C. via Facebook
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What a way to open the season—I want to go back and revisit Clyde’s, [and] I will never think about a sandwich the same way again.
Anonymous via Email
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Such a terrific show! Funny, poignant and about sandwiches! What more could you want?
@lisawolf21963 via Instagram
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It was fun, sassy, thoughtful, and everything in between.
@ProfB20 via Twitter
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One of the best shows I’ve seen in a while…Feel like I need to see it again!
@mammabrodes via Instagram
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Clyde’s is a wonderful, modern, engaging piece of work. The actors were brilliant and compelling.
Anonymous via Email
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