# Theatre in Chicago | Plays, Drama & Show Tickets

- **Subtitle**: Find theatre in Chicago — plays, drama, musicals and stage shows. Browse the latest productions by date and venue and book your tickets.
- **Category**: Theatre
- **Display Name**: Theatre events
- **Type**: category

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## About

Attending a theatre workshop could be tremendous fun and an absolute stress buster. Be it improv, musicals, open mics, screening or performing arts in Chicago, we have got it all covered. If you wish to step into the world of theatre and want to learn acting or storytelling, you can even register for theatre workshops happening in Chicago. Express and Impress and Collaborate with the theatre artists and hone your skills by simply attending a few theatre events every week or during weekends. Find out the best theatre events in Chicago. You will be surprised to find yourself locked in a laughter riot with your friends.

## Theatre Events in Chicago

- **Event Name**: Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! at Studebaker Theater
  - **Date**: Thu Sep 17 2026 at 07:30 pm – Thu Sep 17 2026 at 09:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/wait-wait-dont-tell-me-at-studebaker-theater/2400030185792955
  - **Venue**: Studebaker Theater
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Adrian Uribe at Chicago Theatre
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 08:00 pm – Fri Sep 11 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/adrian-uribe-at-chicago-theatre/2400030499404143
  - **Venue**: Chicago Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: The Garden at Riviera Theatre - IL
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 09:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/the-garden-at-riviera-theatre-il/2400030377832841
  - **Venue**: Riviera Theatre - IL
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Undertale Live: The Determination Symphony
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Sep 05 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/undertale-live-the-determination-symphony/2300029869639457
  - **Venue**: Auditorium Theatre - IL
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Vape! - The Grease Parody at Apollo Theater Chicago
  - **Date**: Thu Aug 27 2026 – Sun Jan 03 2027 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/vape-the-grease-parody-at-apollo-theater-chicago/2400030482545436
  - **Venue**: Apollo Theater Chicago
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Lily Allen Performs West End Girl
  - **Description**: InformationPLEASE NOTE: Pricing is all-in and includes fees (before taxes if applicable). By purchasing tickets to this event, you agree to abide by the health and safety measures in effect at the time of the event. Government mandates,
  - **Date**: Sun Sep 13 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sun Sep 13 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/lily-allen-performs-west-end-girl/210001830380059
  - **Venue**: The Chicago Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Music
- **Event Name**: Sara Bareilles at Chicago Theatre
  - **Date**: Sun Sep 27 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sun Sep 27 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/sara-bareilles-at-chicago-theatre/2400030215787445
  - **Venue**: Chicago Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Giant Rooks
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 09:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/giant-rooks/2300030145659413
  - **Venue**: Vic Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, calendar
- **Event Name**: ALL THE FEELS: "OVERLY LOADED" (R&B • Breakup • Twerk)
  - **Description**: ALL THE FEELS “OVERLY LOADED” is a late-night R&B experience packed with breakup anthems, toxic singalongs, slow jams & nonstop twerk vibes.About this EventALL THE FEELS: OVERLY LOADED
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 22 2026 at 10:00 pm – Sun Aug 23 2026 at 02:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/all-the-feels-overly-loaded-randb-•-breakup-•-twerk/100001994570142990
  - **Venue**: BAR22
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 38
  - **Categories**: fitness, Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Gary Clark Jr.
  - **Date**: Thu Sep 17 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Sep 18 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/gary-clark-jr/2300030187271135
  - **Venue**: The Chicago Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, trips-adventures, contests
- **Event Name**: Martin Lawrence at Arie Crown Theater
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/martin-lawrence-at-arie-crown-theater/2400030504080737
  - **Venue**: Arie Crown Theater
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Bassem Youssef at Chicago Theatre
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/bassem-youssef-at-chicago-theatre/2400029850075219
  - **Venue**: Chicago Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: Jerry Seinfeld at Chicago Theatre
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 09 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Oct 10 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/jerry-seinfeld-at-chicago-theatre/2400030046779306
  - **Venue**: Chicago Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Mama Dea’s Jukebox: A Musical Tribute to Tyler Perry in Chicago!
  - **Description**: Experience live vocals, comedy, and soulful music in this Tyler Perry-inspired theatrical concert!About this EventGet ready for an unforgettable evening where laughter, music, faith, and family take center stage!Fr
  - **Date**: Sun Sep 27 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun Sep 27 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/mama-deas-jukebox-a-musical-tribute-to-tyler-perry-in-chicago/100001996545612673
  - **Venue**: City Winery Chicago
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Concerts, Entertainment, Music, comedy
- **Event Name**: Bluey's Big Play (Chicago)
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsBluey's Big Play (Chicago) has 5 upcoming events.Broadway In Chicago has 334 upcoming events.AccessibilityWheelchair and companion seating available. For more information please call (
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 19 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Dec 19 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/blueys-big-play-chicago/210002004209161
  - **Venue**: Cadillac Palace
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  - **Categories**: Arts & Theatre

## Trending Events in Chicago

- **Event Name**: Chasing Sun(Sets) II — House of Friends Preview: 2026 Summers End
  - **Description**: THE MONOLITH PROJECT PRESENTS: CHASING SUN(SETS) IIHOUSE OF FRIENDS PREVIEWTHE NEXT CHAPTER RETURNS TO THE WATERThe date is locked. The lake is waiting.
  - **Venue**: Castaways Beach Club
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- **Event Name**: Best Deal - Chicago - Summer Whiskey Tasting Festival - August 22 AE
  - **Description**: Special Perks from TastingFestivals.com HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/best-deal-chicago-summer-whiskey-tasting-festival-august-22-tickets-1974934714896?aff=allevents&discount=3rd30Calling all whiskey lovers and connoisseurs
  - **Venue**: Kings Dining & Entertainment
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- **Event Name**: 🎶 REGGAETÓN OLD SCHOOL BOAT PARTY 🎶
  - **Description**: 🎶 REGGAETÓN OLD SCHOOL BOAT PARTY 🎶⚓ CHICAGO – LAKE MICHIGANGet ready to travel back to the golden era of reggaetón!This Saturday, August 29, step aboard the Fantasy and enjoy an after
  - **Venue**: 400 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL, USA
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- **Event Name**: Just Announced - Chicago - Top Shelf Tequila and Whiskey Tasting Festival - September 26 AE
  - **Description**: Special Perks from TastingFestivals.com HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/just-announced-chicago-top-shelf-tequila-and-whiskey-tasting-festival-september-26-tickets-1353028266969?aff=allevents&discount=3rd30Calling all
  - **Venue**: Kings Dining & Entertainment
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- **Event Name**: Chasing Sun(Sets) III — JOEZI x MASSUMA
  - **Description**: THE MONOLITH PROJECT PRESENTS: CHASING SUN(SETS) IIIJOEZI x MASSUMATHE SEASON FINALEThree dates. One lake. One home. One final sunset.Saturday, September 19, Chasing Sun(Sets) returns to Castaways B
  - **Venue**: Castaways Beach Club
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- **Event Name**: Event Planning Certification Training at Chicago Marriott Downtown | September 19, 2026
  - **Description**: Turn Your Event Planning Skills Into a Career or BusinessJoin us at Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile for a one-day, instructor-led Certified Event Planner (CEP) Certification Train
  - **Venue**: Chicago Marriott Downtown
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a552cef8ecec.jpg
- **Event Name**: PMP Certification 4 Days Training in Chicago, IL
  - **Description**: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Training Short Description: The PMP certification is the gold standard credential for project managers worldwide, and one of the most in-d
  - **Venue**: Chicago
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- **Event Name**: Private Psychic Reading & Energy Cleansing Sessions | Chicago | Aug. 24–25
  - **Description**: Meet Setsu, a psychic & spiritual advisor based in New York. In-person sessions in English or Japanese, for two days only in Chicago.Private Psychic Reading & Energy Cleansing Sessions | Chicago | Aug. 24–25✨ Monday,
  - **Venue**: Chicago
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- **Event Name**: Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field
  - **Venue**: Wrigley Field
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Theatre events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! at Studebaker Theater (Thu Sep 17 2026 at 07:30 pm at Studebaker Theater), Adrian Uribe at Chicago Theatre (Fri Sep 11 2026 at 08:00 pm at Chicago Theatre), The Garden at Riviera Theatre - IL (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 07:30 pm at Riviera Theatre - IL), Undertale Live: The Determination Symphony (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 03:00 pm at Auditorium Theatre - IL), Vape! - The Grease Parody at Apollo Theater Chicago (Thu Aug 27 2026 at Apollo Theater Chicago).
- **Q**: What are the top free Theatre events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Mama Dea’s Jukebox: A Musical Tribute to Tyler Perry in Chicago! (Sun Sep 27 2026 at 07:00 pm at City Winery Chicago).
- **Q**: What Theatre events are happening in Chicago this weekend August 21–23, 2026?
  - **A:** ALL THE FEELS: "OVERLY LOADED" (R&B • Breakup • Twerk) (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 10:00 pm at BAR22).
- **Q**: What Theatre events are happening in Chicago in August 2026?
  - **A:** Vape! - The Grease Parody at Apollo Theater Chicago (Thu Aug 27 2026 at Apollo Theater Chicago), ALL THE FEELS: "OVERLY LOADED" (R&B • Breakup • Twerk) (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 10:00 pm at BAR22).
- **Q**: How can I find Theatre events in Chicago?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Theatre events in Chicago on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Theatre events in Chicago?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Theatre events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Theatre events in Chicago include Studebaker Theater, Chicago Theatre, Riviera Theatre - IL.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Theatre events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Prices for Theatre events in Chicago range from up to USD 38. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Theatre events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Theatre events in Chicago include Vivid Events, Ticket Network Events, LIVE NATION MUSIC.
- **Q**: Are there any online Theatre events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Theatre events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Theatre events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Follow the Theatre category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Theatre events are listed in Chicago.

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