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Education & Engagement Events

Workshops, interactive activities, pre-show programming, and special guest. Our education and engagement calendar has something for everyone.

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September 2025 through July 2026

Second Saturdays

Second Saturdays at the Goodman are family-focused intergenerational workshops centered on joy.
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Starting September 2025

Teen Studio

Explore your creativity and develop your voice in Teen Studio, an engaging hands-on series.
Special Event
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Friday, October 24 @ 6:00pm

CONTEXT: Poet on the Pulse

Learn from a pioneer in the world of poetry and spoken word.
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Tuesday, October 28 @ 10:30am – 1:00pm

Revolution(s) Student Matinee

High schools students from across Chicago experience Goodman productions free of charge.
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Tuesday, November 4 @ 10:30am – 1:00pm

Revolution(s) Student Matinee

High schools students from across Chicago experience Goodman productions free of charge.
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Sunday, November 9 @ 10:00am – 4:00pm

Dramatic Integration Training

Professional development opportunities for participating CPS classroom teachers and staff.
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Saturday, November 15 @ 12:00pm

Teen Studio: Behind the Mic

A free introductory workshop for Chicagoland teens curious about the world of voiceover.
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November 24 and 25 from 2pm – 4pm

GeNarrations Citywide performances

Hear powerful personal stories from Chicago’s 55+ storytellers at the two-day GeNarrations CityWide Festival.
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Registration opens January 12 at 10am

Registration Opens for Winter GeNarrations Classes

This free storytelling program engages Chicago adults aged 55+ in writing and performance workshops that nurture the creative…
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Saturday, January 17, 2026 @ 12:00pm – 1:30pm

Teen Studio: Intro to Playwriting

Learn techniques for creating compelling characters, building scenes, and shaping your own original work.