By Lynn Nottage
Directed By Kate Whoriskey

"★★★★"

(out of 4)
– Chicago Sun-Times

Sept 10 - Oct 16, 2022 in Goodman's Albert 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.

A co-production with Center Theatre Group.

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  • 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.

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.

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Critical Praise

  • "CLYDE'S WILL LEAVE YOU RAVENOUSLY HUNGRY FOR MORE!"

    - Chicago Sun-Times

  • Danielle Davis "inhabits Clyde's wicked sense of humor impeccably"

    - BroadwayWorld

  • "A palate-pleasing opener for Goodman's season"

    - Chicago Reader

  • "UNABASHEDLY A COMEDY-THE REAL, LAUGH-OUT-LOUD KIND"

    - BroadwayWorld

  • "Nottage serves up a heaping helping of comedy"

    - Chicago Sun-Times

  • "A Thoroughly Enjoyable...Lively Dark Comedy"

    - Chicago Tribune

  • a " poignant, ninety-minute, laugh-out-loud funny play"

    - Newcity

  • A "dynamic production... [Clyde's] gave me a lot to chew on for days"

    - Axios

  • Clyde's "kept the audience laughing throughout"

    - Splash Magazine

Audience Feedback

  • Humorous and heartwarming…the story also packs a relevant punch.

    Sophie C. via

  • Such a terrific show! Funny, poignant and about sandwiches! What more could you want?

    @lisawolf21963 via

  • It was fun, sassy, thoughtful, and everything in between.

    @ProfB20 via

  • One of the best shows I’ve seen in a while…Feel like I need to see it again!

    @mammabrodes via

Artists
  • Lynn Nottage

    Lynn Nottage Playwright

  • Kate Whoriskey

    Kate Whoriskey Director

  • Danielle Davis

    Danielle Davis Clyde

  • Kevin Kenerly

    Kevin Kenerly Montrellous

  • Reza Salazar

    Reza Salazar Rafael

  • Nedra Snipes

    Nedra Snipes Letitia

  • Garrett Young

    Garrett Young Jason

  • Lewon Johns

    Lewon Johns Understudy

  • Maya Vinice Prentiss

    Maya Vinice Prentiss Understudy

  • Arik Vega

    Arik Vega Understudy

  • Gage Wallace

    Gage Wallace Understudy

  • Takeshi Kata

    Takeshi Kata Set Designer

  • Jennifer Moeller

    Jennifer Moeller Costume Designer

  • Christopher Akerlind

    Christopher Akerlind Lighting Designer

  • Justin Ellington

    Justin Ellington Sound Designer

  • Justin Hicks

    Justin Hicks Composer

  • Nikki Blue

    Nikki Blue Production Stage Manager

  • Edward Khris Fernandez

    Edward Khris Fernandez Stage Manager

  • Lauren Port

    Lauren Port Casting

  • Rachael Jimenez

    Rachael Jimenez Casting

  • Elisabeth Frankel

    Elisabeth Frankel Associate Director

  • Michelle Lopez-Rios

    Michelle Lopez-Rios Vocal Coach

  • Georgette Verdin

    Georgette Verdin Assistant Director

  • Second Stage Theater

    Second Stage Theater

  • Center Theatre Group

    Center Theatre Group

  • Guthrie Theater

    Guthrie Theater

Enhanced Performances

Join us for any of the following accessible & enhanced performances.

Questions? Please contact 312.443.3800 (voice), 312.443.3829 (TTY/TDD) or email Access@GoodmanTheatre.org.

Touch Tour and Audio Described performanceTouch Tour* and Audio-Described Performance
Saturday, October 8
12:30pm Touch Tour & 2pm Performance
Use code AUDIO for $30 tickets

American Sign Language Interpreted PerformanceAmerican Sign Language-Interpreted Performance
Friday, October 7 at 8pm
Use code SIGN for $30 tickets

Open Caption Performance Open-Captioned Performance
Sunday, October 9 at 2pm
Use code OPEN for $30 tickets

Spanish Caption Spanish Subtitles Performance
Saturday, October 8 at 8pm
Use code SPANISH for $30 tickets

Learn More About Accessible & Enhanced Performances for Clyde's

*Touch Tours for the 2022/2023 Season will not have access to the stage due to current health and safety protocols, but will feature alternate pre-show sensory introductions.

Special Events
  • Clyde's College Night

    Clyde's College Night

    Thursday, October 6 at 6pm

    Join your fellow theater-loving college students for pizza and a play! A $10 ticket for Clyde’s college night includes a pre-show reception with all-you-can-eat pizza, soda, and a discussion with a featured cast member. 

    LEARN MORE

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    Empathetic, Bright and Mosaic

    After achieving a New York theatrical hat trick, celebrated playwright Lynn Nottage returns to Chicago for her fifth Goodman collaboration. Read on for a deeper dive into the celebrated playwright's voice and viewpoint.

    READ MORE

  • Alice Maguire interview

    You Want it to be Real for the Actors

    A few weeks before rehearsals began, Properties Supervisor Alice Maguire sat down with resident dramaturg Neena Arndt to discuss the ins and outs of putting food onstage.

    READ MORE

Season Overview

Daring. Dynamic. Iconic. The 2022/2023 Season

Bold voices and vivid stories you won’t find anywhere else await you in our 2022/2023 Season. From world premieres to reimagined classics, a direct-from-Broadway smash hit and an epic revival of a Grammy Award-winning rock opera.

Sponsors

Clyde's Sponsors: "JP Mordan Chase & Co., Lead Corporate Sponsor. "Allstate, Major Corporate Sponsor"