Welcome to our 39th season! We’re excited to share 4 incredible productions with you – MISERY, based on Stephen King’s novel; the critically-acclaimed hit THE LAST WIDE OPEN; the Jeff Award nominated holiday classic IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!; and the Chicago premiere of GOLDEN LEAF RAGTIME BLUES. In addition to our plays, we continue with our popular The Common series, @Home Accessibility Series, Rubber Banned Book Club, and arts education. There’s something for all ages and interests. Experience world class theater at a working class price.

MISERY

written by William Goldman

based on the novel by Stephen King

directed by Artistic Affiliate Halena Kays

September 20 – October 26, 2024

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THE LAST WIDE OPEN

book / lyrics by Audrey Cefaly; music by Matthew M. Nielson

Polish adaptation by Artistic Affiliate Katarzyna Müller

directed by Ensemble member Gwendolyn Whiteside

music directed by Ensemble member Michael Mahler

October 2 – 26, 2024

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IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!

the original, interactive tradition

directed by Ensemble member Gwendolyn Whiteside

music directed by Ensemble member Michael Mahler

November 29 – December 22, 2024

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GOLDEN LEAF RAGTIME BLUES

written by Artistic Affiliate Charles Smith

directed by Ensemble member Chuck Smith

May 23 – June 29, 2025

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Additional programming includes The Commons – in person community events (readings, small concerts, karaoke, trivia, Town Halls) that occur 1 Monday per month; @Home – an accessibility series of readings and concerts live-streamed from artists’ homes; Rubber Banned Book Club – our award-winning artists read passages live and host discussions; New Work – developing the classics of the tomorrow through the Blue Ink Award, The Ripped Festival, readings and commissions; Arts Education – education initiatives for all ages, including Classes for the Masses, school matinees, Ripped in Chicago Public Schools, and The Check It Out Project.

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Additional events include Dead Ringers for Dead Singers – annual costume & karaoke party; It’s a Wonderful Party – annual holiday party; Blue Bash – annual swanky party with live and silent auctions.