Revolution(s)

Oct 4 – Nov 22, 2025 in Goodman's Owen Theatre

Around 2 hours, including one 15-minute intermission

EXTENDED A SECOND TIME THROUGH NOVEMBER 22!

Put your hands on the wheel of history.

When soldier and aspiring musician Hampton Weems comes home from Afghanistan, he finds the South Side of Chicago is also occupied territory—and he’s accidentally joined the resistance. This all-new radical musical event from Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine, Audioslave and The Nightwatchman) and Chicago’s own Zayd Ayers Dohrn pulses with punk, hip-hop and metal, and celebrates the courage that inspires us—across generations—to demand a better world.

Recommended for ages 15+

This production contains mature themes including violence, death and intimacy. If features strong language, gunshot sounds, strobes, fog and smoking (vape). For a detailed breakdown of Revolution(s) content warnings, including timing of where they appear in the show, email access@goodmantheatre.org. We also have brief show summaries available through that email address. Please allow up to three business days for a response. Hard copies of the expanded content guide and show summaries are also available at our front desk.

Click here to view the full music credits for Revolution(s).

Watch this high-energy scene from Revolution(s)—extended through November 22.

Hear what audiences have to say about Revolution(s).

Director Steve Broadnax III on his aspirations for the all-new punk, hip-hop and metal musical.

Revolution(s) is “a show that deserves a future beyond this production” (Chicago Tribune)—extended by popular demand!

Get a glimpse at this rockin’ new musical from playwright Zayd Ayers Dohrn, with music and lyrics by Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine) and direction by Steve H. Broadnax III.

Revolution(s) is a “punk-metal-hip-hop musical and it’s not like anything theatregoers have ever seen before.

Put your hands on the wheel of history—on stage starting October 4.

Buy Tickets

Group Tickets: Now available for 10+, email Groups@GoodmanTheatre.org for information on select discounted rates and perks.

Questions? Need help? Contact the box office at (312) 443-3800, 12noon – 5pm, daily.

For Theater of the Mind: Performance buyouts are available for groups (16 or more). Groups save $10 on tickets as well as waived service fees email Groups@GoodmanTheatre.org for availability.

Photo by Brett Beiner.

Photo by Brett Biener.

Photo by Brett Beiner.

Photo by Brett Biener.

The cast of REVOLUTION(S). Photo by Hugo Hentoff.

Creative Artists

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Zayd Ayers Dohrn

Book Writer

Steve H. Broadnax III

Director

Tom Morello

Music & Lyrics

A woman with long, wavy dark hair and light eyes is seated, facing the camera, wearing a neutral-colored, textured jacket against a dark background.

Jackie Burns

Emma

Daryn Whitney Harrell

Understudy Ensemble

A young man with short curly hair and a beard looks at the camera against a dark background, wearing a dark shirt.

Jakeim Hart

Ernie

Michael Earvin Martin

Sunny/Leon Understudy

A man wearing a white cardigan, white shirt, and jeans sits on a stool against a neutral background, looking directly at the camera.

Al’Jaleel McGhee

Leon

A person with short curly hair wearing a light yellow shirt sits against a warm, brown-toned background, looking directly at the camera.

Aaron James Mckenzie

Hampton

A person with short curly hair, wearing gold hoop earrings and a sleeveless light green top, stands against a plain white background.

Jarais Musgrove

Ensemble

Person with medium-length curly hair and a nose ring, wearing a semi-sheer, patterned button-up shirt, posed in front of a dark background.

Aj Paramo

Ensemble / Understudy Ernie

A man with wavy brown hair, light stubble, and an earring looks at the camera. He is wearing a white tank top and a necklace. The background is plain and dark.

Billy Rude

Sean

Young person with curly brown hair wearing a white shirt and teal jacket, standing against a plain light blue background and looking at the camera.

Ty Shay

Understudy Ensemble

A woman with long, voluminous, curly dark hair and natural makeup poses against a light blue background, wearing a necklace with a green pendant.

Alysia Velez

Lucia

A man with a shaved head and short beard wears a denim shirt over a white t-shirt, standing against a dark background, looking directly at the camera.

Joseph Anthony Byrd

Understudy Hampton/Understudy Ensemble

A woman with straight, shoulder-length blonde hair and blue eyes is wearing a sleeveless black top and looking directly at the camera against a dark background.

Haley Gustafson

Understudy Emma/Understudy Ensemble

A young man with medium-length brown hair smiles at the camera, wearing a black sleeveless shirt against a plain brown background.

Christopher Kelley

Understudy Sean/Understudy Ensemble

Eric A. Lewis

Understudy Sunny/Understudy Ensemble

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Kendal Marie Wilson

Understudy Lucia/Understudy Ensemble

A woman with long, wavy brown hair and large glasses looks at the camera inside a car.

Raquel Adorno

Costume Designer

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Stephanie Farina

Sound Designer

Andres Fiz

Projections Programmer

A man with short curly hair and a goatee wears a green plaid shirt over a dark t-shirt, looking at the camera against a plain light background.

Greg Geffrard

Intimacy and Violence

A woman with curly light brown hair, wearing a green zip-up shirt, stands outside in sunlight, smiling at the camera.

Emily Hayman

Associate Sound Designer

A person with short brown hair, glasses, and a maroon collared shirt looks toward the camera with a neutral expression. The background is softly blurred.

Greg Hofmann

Lighting Designer

A man with short curly hair and a mustache wears a black turtleneck and looks directly at the camera with a neutral expression against a plain background.

Rasean Davonté Johnson

Projections Designer

A man in a blazer and gray shirt stands indoors near bookshelves, smiling, with a camera in the foreground.

Derek McLane

Set Designer

A young man with short brown hair and blue eyes is smiling at the camera, wearing a navy zip-up sweater over a light gray collared shirt, standing in front of a rust-colored background.

Parker Molacek

Assistant Projection Designer

A woman with long, wavy hair smiles at the camera in a black and white photo, with a blurred indoor background.

Lia Wallfish

Associate Costume Designer

A person with long, curly brown hair and a light complexion is standing outdoors, facing the camera, with trees and greenery in the background.

Stark Winter

Assistant Lighting Designer

Adam Belcuore

2nd Line Producer

Tor Campbell

Production Assistant

A woman wearing a camouflage hat, large chain necklace, dog tags, hoop earrings, mesh glove, and studded bracelets looks directly at the camera.

Millicent Johnnie

Choreographer

A man with short hair stands against a textured, brownish brick wall with his arms crossed, smiling and looking to his left.

Stu Mindeman

Score Supervisor

Paul Mutzabaugh

Music Director/Associate Music Supervisor/Conductor

Black and white photo of a man with a trimmed beard looking to the left, wearing a backpack, with a blurred outdoor background.

Zack Steele

Associate Director

A woman with natural curly hair, wearing a sleeveless burgundy top, rests her face on her hand and looks at the camera with a neutral expression.

Sarah Ann Sulewski

Assistant Choreographer

Jason Michael Webb

Music Supervisor

A woman with medium-length locs, wearing hoop earrings and off-shoulder clothing, smiles in front of a reddish-brown background.

Lo Williams

Assistant Director and Assistant Dramaturg

Sheryl Williams

Firearms Coordinator

A person with curly brown hair wearing a black shirt stands in front of a plain light purple background, smiling slightly at the camera.

Clara Zucker

Assistant Dramaturg

Kat Zukaitis

Dramaturg and Line Producer

Lauren Port

Casting Director

A person wearing a headset and a denim jacket with patches smiles at the camera in an indoor setting.

Mia Maccarella

Floor Manager

Brett Presson

Production Stage Manager

Marcus Caroll

Stage Manager

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Imani Ross

Stage Manager

A young person with long dark hair, glasses, and a white shirt smiles outdoors.

Hope X. Still

Stage Management Apprentice

A person with curly hair and tattoos on their forearms sits smiling, wearing a bright pink sweater against a plain, neutral background.

Tuesday Thacker

Production Assistant

Special Events

Pre-show programming, unique performances, and related programming.

Concluded

Three women stand together indoors, engaged in conversation and smiling. Two wear name tags and business casual attire.

Thursday, October 23 @ 6:00pm – 7:15pm

Revolution(s) Scene Night

Join The Goodman's Scenemakers Board for an evening of networking and mingling with other Chicago professionals.

Use Code: SCENE

Concluded

A black vinyl record lies broken, with several jagged pieces scattered around it on a white surface.

Friday, October 17 @ 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Rage Night

Kick off your night with an electric pre-show party celebrating Chicago’s alternative music scene.

Use Code: RAGE

Concluded

Friday, October 10 @ 6:00pm – 7:15pm

Revolution(s) Black Affinity Night

Join us for a night dedicated to honoring and uplifting Black voices, stories, and experiences.

Use Code: AFFINITY

Concluded

Monday, September 29 @ 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Revolution: Love, Joy and the Art of Creating the World We Deserve

Don’t miss this inspiring evening of dialogue at the intersection of storytelling and social justice.

CRITICAL PRAISE

“Fabulously performed.”

Chicago Tribune

“Brilliantly directed by Steve H. Broadnax III.”

Chicago Theatre Review

“Cogent, assertive, unapologetic…a galvanizing musical.”

Daily Herald

“Strikingly finished and polished.”

Chicago Tribune

“Highly interesting, engaging and genuinely provocative.”

BroadwayWorld

“It’s impossible not to be blown away by the sound of this show.”

Newcity

Early Audience Reactions

“GRIPPING FROM THE FIRST CHORD.”

John D. via Email

“IT COULDN’T BE MORE RELEVANT AND TIMELY! THE MUSIC WAS RAW AND GRITTY LIKE THE SHOW!”

@srtag1 via Instagram

“TIMELY. POWERFUL. OUTSIDE OF THE BOX. FULL OF TALENT, BOTH DRAMATIC AND MUSICAL.”

Mike P. via Facebook

“THE CHARACTERS AND STORY LINE IS FANTASTIC BUT THE ACTORS / DANCERS MADE THE WHOLE SHOW! I FELL IN LOVE WITH EACH OF THEM FOR DIFFERENT REASONS!”

Brittany D. via Facebook

“PHENOMENAL SHOW…I WAS THRILLED TO BE THERE AND SEE IT. SUCH A TIMELY MUSICAL.”

Catherine E. via Email

“CAN’T STOP THINKING ABOUT IT!”

@MissDaffnie via Twitter

STUDY GUIDES

Revolution(s) Study Guide

Download the English Revolution(s) study guide.

Guía De Estudio Del Título Revolution(s)

Descargue la guía de estudio en inglés Revolution(s).

Accessible & Enhanced Performances

Questions? Please contact (312) 443-3800 for voice, or email Access@GoodmanTheatre.org. Visit our Accessibility Overview page for full details.

American Sign Language-Interpreted Performance
Friday, October 24 at 7:30pm

Use code SIGN for $44 tickets ($35 ticket plus $9 service fee)

Touch Tour and Audio-Described Performance
Saturday, October 25
12:30pm Touch Tour & 2:00pm Performance

Use code AUDIO for $44 tickets ($35 ticket plus $9 service fee)

Spanish Subtitles Performance
Saturday, October 25 at 7:30pm

Use code SPANISH for $44 tickets ($35 ticket plus $9 service fee)

Open-Captioned Performance
Sunday, October 26 at 2:00pm

Use code OPEN for $44 tickets ($35 ticket plus $9 service fee)

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