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| | Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells!
By Allison Gregory
Directed by Dona Henry
Co-Director Ashleigh Happer
A wonderful way to ring in the holiday season with your entire family!
Junie B. Jones, First-Grader, is super-excited about the upcoming Holiday Sing-Along and Secret Santa gift exchange at her school. Too bad tattletale May keeps ruining all of her fun. When Junie B. draws May's name for Secret Santa, she comes up with the perfect plan to teach her nemesis a lesson! But will the Christmas spirit of peace and goodwill interfere before she can give you-know-who what she deserves? A hilarious and endearing tale based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park.
"A delightful antidote to the traditional schmaltzy Christmas show... Junie B. captures the crayon-bright chaos of childhood.” — DC Theatre Scene
Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com)
RUNNING TIME:
100-105 MINUTES WITH INTERMISSION
PRODUCTION PROGRAM
CASTS!
Note the show has been double cast due to the number of performances. They have been titled the Red and Green casts. Their name color signifies which cast they are in. Due to personal conflicts, there may be some interchanging at certain performances. If you wish to see a specific person, please check with them directly for their schedule.
Junie B - Rosaleigh Kaplan, Ava Meyer
May - Claire Trapp, McKenna Welch
Lucille - Analia Rundell, Arya Meehan
Herb - Lucas Barkes, Alex Ewen
Sheldon - Eli Bowen, Owen Peters
Jose - Bodhi Kaplan, Penn Hamdan
Mr. Scary - Cai McClure, Todd Wilson
Mr. Toot - Josh Thompson, Trent Wilson
Elf Ellen - Janelle Bowen, Missy Rump
Grandpa - Jason Kaplan, Jim Henry
Philip - Cai McClure, Jeff Schultz
Ensemble - Eva Thompson, Madelyn Dietrich,
Sadie Thompson, Holly Jessen,
Andrea Cadle, Monroe Martin,
Layla McDonald, McLaren Hamdan,
Kate Sachse
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
RED:
Fri. Nov 22 -7:00 PM
Sat. Nov 23 - 1:30 PM
Sat. Nov 30 - 5:00 PM
Sun. Dec 1 - 1:30 PM
Fri. Dec 6 - 7:00 PM
Sat. Dec 7 - 1:30 PM
Sat. Dec 14 - 5:00 PM
GREEN:
Sat. Nov 23 - 5:00 PM
Fri. Nov 29 - 7:00 PM
Sat. Nov 30 - 1:30 PM
Sun. Dec 1 - 5:00 PM
Sat. Dec 7 - 5:00 PM
Sat. Dec 14 - 1:30 PM
Sun. Dec 15 - 1:30 PM | Buy Tickets |
| | The Twelve Dates of Christmas
by Ginna Hoben
Directed by Ashleigh Happer
Co-Director Dona Henry
Matinee just added 11/24 @ 2:30PM!
Looking for the perfect holiday gift for co-workers and friends? Treat them to a night at the theatre!
After seeing her fiancé kiss another woman at the televised Thanksgiving Day Parade, Mary's life falls apart -- just in time for the holidays. Over the next year, she stumbles back into the dating world, where "romance" ranges from weird and creepy to absurd and comical. It seems nothing can help Mary's growing cynicism, until the charm and innocence of a five-year-old boy unexpectedly brings a new outlook on life and love. This heartwarming one-woman play offers a hilarious and modern alternative to the old standards of the holiday season.
"The play is hilarious. I don't believe I've ever laughed as much (or as audibly)…" Mid-Atlantic Traveler
Content Note: Adult Language
Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com)
RUNNING TIME:
Approx 95-105 minutes including intermission
CAST
Arlene Henry-Hinkle as Mary
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| | Classical Blast
Dark Side of the Yule
The Classical Blast holiday show has become a tradition for many of our patrons. "Dark Side of the Yule" is where Christmas meets Classic Rock. For example, think Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies fusing with Metallica, or Silent Night meets Simon & Garfunkel. There is nothing like it!
Exciting News! Their new Christmas album comes out in October!
"Classical Blast give Christmas music a twisted glow." - Chicago Tribune
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| | Love, Loss and What I Wore
By Nora Ephron and Delia Ephron
Based on the book by Ilene Beckerman
Directed by Nikki Ameling
Studio Diner-Theatre Production
Take a break from the winter doldrums and enjoy dinner and a show in our intimate Studio Diner Theatre.
This heartfelt and compelling collection of monologues and ensemble pieces tell the stories of women’s lives through the items they wore. Covering the all-important outfits from a woman’s life: prom dresses, buying bras, mothers with a very different sense of taste, hating purses and why we only wear black. You’ll leave this show by Nora and Delia Ephron with a bittersweet feeling and a smile on your face from the moments of laughter and togetherness of these women’s lives that mirror everyone. Based on the bestselling book by Ilene Beckerman.
“Funny, compelling…Brought down the house…—The New York Times.
Love, Loss and What I Wore is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing Dramatists Play Service collection (www.dramatists.com)
PATRONS PURCHASING DINNER OPTION SHOULD ARRIVE 1 HOUR PRIOR TO SHOWTIME!
IMPORTANT NOTE! THE DINNER AND PERFORMANCE ARE IN OUR STUDIO THEATRE ON THE 2ND FLOOR. PATRONS MUST BE ABLE TO NAVIGATE A FLIGHT OF STAIRS TO ACCESS THE PERFORMANCE SPACE.
TICKET SALES CLOSE 24 HOURS PRIOR TO EACH PERFORMANCE.
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| | Rules for Living
By Sam Holcroft
Directed by Allison Granat
After surviving the holidays, join us for this hysterical farce and watch how a family gets through their Christmas lunch!
Everyone creates their own coping strategies or “rules for living.” But what happens when an extended family gathers in the kitchen for a traditional Christmas and they each follow those rules, rigidly? As long-held mechanisms for survival are laid bare, even Mum, who's been preparing this lunch since last January, becomes embroiled. Time-honored rivalries and resentments will out. Accusations fly, relationships deconstruct, the rules take over. In Sam Holcroft's theatrically playful, dark comedy the instructions are there for all to see, audience included - so there's really no place to hide.
For example:
Rule #1 Matthew must sit to tell a lie
Rule #2 Carrie must stand to tell a joke
Rule #3 Sheena must drink to contradict
...and so it goes and the mayhem increases. Flying food may be involved.
"Bitingly funny and sharply observed.”— Exeunt Magazine
Produced by special arrangement with Casarotto Ramsay and Associates, Ltd, London
CAST
Matthew...............Jack Olson
Carrie...................Ashleigh Happer
Sheena.................Whitney Perish
Adam....................Mike Glorioso
Edith.....................Tracey Wetzstein
Francis..................John Larrabee
Emma....................Lindsay Parpart
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| | The Ides of March
with Jim Peterik
presented by One Night Jam
Saturday, March 8, 2025 @ 7:30 PM
It is a rare treat to see and hear a popular group in intimate surroundings, and when that group is THE IDES OF MARCH featuring JIM PETERIK, that treat becomes all the more special.
The four original members of the IDES OF MARCH, (Jim Peterik, Larry Millas, Bob Bergland and Mike Borch) now celebrate over 60 years of making music and thrilling audiences. There are few others who have reached this milestone keeping their passion and enthusiasm at a peak level.
Driven by the extraordinary song catalog of Jim Peterik, an IDES show will bring a smile to every face; you'll be sure to know just about every tune, and we're sure you'll hear many of your favorite songs. "Eye Of The Tiger", "Vehicle", "The Search Is Over", and "Hold On Loosely" are just a few of the Platinum blockbusters you'll hear at the IDES' show; and each will be accompanied by the backstories that illuminate these great hits. They will be joined by 30-plus-year veteran Scott May on keyboards.
It will rock, it will roll, it's a night you won't forget. The original and incomparable IDES OF MARCH in concert.
Lobby opens 6:30 PM
Doors open 7:00 PM, Show 7:30 PM
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| | She Kills Monsters
By Qui Nguyent
Co-Directors Ashleigh Happer & Nikki Ameling
Calling all fantasy gaming fans and Dungeon Masters!
The Evans sisters never were especially close, but after Tilly’s death Agnes receives a notebook containing a game scenario created by her sister. She discovers that Tilly was a well-known Dungeons & Dragons player, and that she was passionate about online fantasy gaming. In order to unlock more secrets about her mysterious young sibling, Agnes recruits a “dungeon master” named Chuck to help her understand and grieve Tilly. Chock-full of supermodel elves, dominatrix warrior women, and nasty ogres, She Kills Monsters is a surprisingly sweet tale of friendship, loss, and acceptance.
“It will slash and shapeshift its way into your heart.” – The New York Times
She Kills Monsters is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com | Buy Tickets |
| | Shakespeare in the Park
Shakespeare in Love
Adapted for stage by Lee Hall
Based on the screenplay by Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard
Directed by Lisa Formosa-Parmigiano
July 11, 2025 - One Night Only
Rain Date July 12 at Chicago Street Theatre for reserved area patrons only
Join us for a special performance in the Northwest Health Amphitheater. Spots will be available in reserved seating area for $20 per person. Enjoy prime viewing close to the action.
A free seating area will be available behind the reserved section. Remember, all attendees must bring their own chairs.
Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience as Chicago Street Theatre celebrates the finale of their 70th season!
Food Vendors 6:00 PM
Performance 8:00 PM
Teen Shakespeare Workshop will provide entertainment prior to the show! | Buy Tickets |
| | Shakespeare in Love
Based on the screenplay by Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard
Adapted for the stage by Lee Hall
Music by Paddy Cunneen
Directed by Lisa Formosa-Parmigiano
We are so excited to conclude our 70th season with this tribute to the Bard.
Young Will Shakespeare has writer's block. The deadline for his new play is fast approaching, but he's in desperate need of inspiration. That is, until he finds his muse... the feisty, brilliant and beautiful Viola. This crafty young woman is Will’s greatest admirer and will stop at nothing (including breaking the law) to appear in his next play. Against a bustling background of mistaken identity, ruthless scheming and backstage theatrics, Will’s love for Viola quickly blossoms, inspiring him to write his greatest romantic masterpiece.
“Endlessly witty, visually rapturous, and sweetly romantic, Shakespeare in Love is a delightful romantic comedy that succeeds on nearly every level.” — The Chicago Sun Times
Shakespeare in Love is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
Shakespeare in the Park
July 11, 2025 - One Night Only
Reserved seating area available close to the stage....now on sale!
INFORMATION AVAILABLE UNDER SEPERATE EVENT LISTING!
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Pending - Private Event Friday July 18, 2024 | Buy Tickets |
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