Theater in Chicago

Chicago is an exciting theater city. Join us at some of Chicago’s best theaters as we read, view, and discuss seven plays performed in various venues including Steppenwolf, Goodman, Timeline, and others. We will read each play at home and then discuss it during the study group session. The following day, Thursday evening, we will see the play as a group, or you may see the play on your own. You may also invite a guest to join you in seeing the play. At the next study group session, we will compare and contrast the written play with the staged play. Volunteers will be asked to lead each discussion, covering topics such as themes, characters, acting style, and production. Learn more about classic and modern plays, as well as the various theaters within Chicagoland. While the coordinators will purchase tickets for the group, each participant will be responsible for the cost of the ticket and for obtaining the script. Tickets generally average about $35. Study group members will also be responsible for their own transportation to the theaters, although car pools can be arranged as needed.