The Goodman's New Stages Series has given audiences a first look at over 50 new plays in development via staged readings; more than half of those plays have gone on to receive full productions at the Goodman and other theaters around the country.

Festival Director: Rick DesRochers

Staged Readings Include:

My Buddy Bill by Rick Cleveland
Directed by Bill Payne

The Frugal Repast by Ron Hirsen
Directed by Joe Grifasi

Elliot, A Soldier's Fugue by Quiara Alegría Hudes
Directed by Ann Filmer

A Change in the Weather by Ron Hutchinson
Directed by Steve Scott

Sweet Water Taste by Gloria Bond Clunie
Directed by Mignon McPherson-Nance