# Theatre in Evanston | Plays, Drama & Show Tickets

- **Subtitle**: Find theatre in Evanston — 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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- **Event Name**: MOTOWN & SOUL CHRISTMAS CONCERT
  - **Description**: MOTOWN & SOUL CHRISTMAS CABARET CONCERTA Soulful Celebration of Motown, R&B & Holiday Magic! 🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY! www.fineartsbuilding.com 📅
  - **Date**: Sun, 13 Dec at 04:00 pm – Sun, 13 Dec at 10:00 pm (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: Studebaker Theater
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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 Evanston, 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 Evanston. 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 Evanston. You will be surprised to find yourself locked in a laughter riot with your friends.

## Theatre Events in Evanston

- **Event Name**: Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol at Lifeline Theatre
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sun Dec 20 2026 at 04:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/jacob-marleys-christmas-carol-at-lifeline-theatre/2400030503107056
  - **Venue**: Lifeline Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: The Niceties | Play & Post-Show Community Conversation
  - **Description**: Get discounted tickets here:
https://aesbid.com/ELP/NICETIES26

The New York Times describes the play as a “bristling, provocative debate play about race and privilege in the United States.”

In Eleanor Burgess’s The Niceties, a student meets with her pro
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 15 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun Nov 15 2026 at 06:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/the-niceties-play-and-post-show-community-conversation/200031031439722
  - **Venue**: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre, Sports, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Disney and Pixar's Finding Nemo: A 60-Minute Family Musical
  - **Description**: Swim on over to Northwestern University to see Finding Nemo, produced by Purple Crayon Players! Ideal for audience members 3+.About this EventFinding Nemo runs for 60 minutes. It is at Northwestern's Norris Univer
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/disney-and-pixars-finding-nemo-a-60-minute-family-musical/100002004601380692
  - **Venue**: Norris University Center
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: entertainment, live-music, art, theatre, performances, music, parties
- **Event Name**: A Celebration of the Songs of Michael Smith
  - **Description**: InformationThe Fourth Annual Celebration of the Songs of Michael Smith Featuring Anne Hills, Rachel Swain, Gerald Dowd, Justin Roberts, Michael Miles, Mark Dvorak, Cassie Lynn Wright, Don Stiernberg, Lisa Medina, Jaimie O'Reilly, Ryan B
  - **Date**: Sun Jan 03 2027 at 02:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/a-celebration-of-the-songs-of-michael-smith/210003179403072
  - **Venue**: SPACE
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Music
- **Event Name**: Evanston Folk Festival 2027 (2-Day Pass)
  - **Description**: InformationGet Your 2027 Evanston Folk Festival Tickets Early! Evanston Folk Festival returns to lakefront at Dawes Park: Saturday, September 11th + Sunday, September 12th from 11:00am to 8:30pm. Join us on our spectacular lake front fo
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 11 2027 at 12:00 pm – Sun Sep 12 2027 at 08:30 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/evanston-folk-festival-2027-2-day-pass/210002523320157
  - **Venue**: Dawes Park
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  - **Price**: USD 127
  - **Categories**: Music
- **Event Name**: Click, Clack, Moo at Lifeline Theatre
  - **Date**: Sun Feb 21 2027 at 01:00 pm – Sun Feb 21 2027 at 03:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/click-clack-moo-at-lifeline-theatre/2400030534444035
  - **Venue**: Lifeline Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Click, Clack, Moo - Cows That Type at Lifeline Theatre
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sat Feb 13 2027 at 11:00 am – Sat Mar 13 2027 at 03:00 pm (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: Lifeline Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: Cyrano de Bergerac
  - **Description**: By Edmond Rostand
Freely adapted by Martin Crimp
Directed by Eunbi Lee

This “breathtakingly exciting” (Evening Standard) theatrical tour-de-force captures timeless passion through spoken word, contemporary poetry, and raw physicality. Cyrano seduces in r
  - **Date**: Fri May 21 2027 at 07:30 pm – Fri May 21 2027 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/cyrano-de-bergerac/200030892742051
  - **Venue**: Josephine Louis Theater
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  - **Categories**: Art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Imagine U Theatre for the Very Young: In The Loop
  - **Description**: Devised by Ellie Levine, Jamal Howard, Northwestern Theatre students and Total Child’s preschool class

Join us for a vibrant and engaging introduction to the magic of theatre, specially designed for children ages 2-5 and their grown-ups. Our multi-sensor
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sat May 29 2027 at 09:30 am – Sat May 29 2027 at 10:15 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/imagine-u-theatre-for-the-very-young-in-the-loop/200030840489658
  - **Venue**: Hal & Martha Hyer Wallis Theater, 1949 Campus Drive, Evanston
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, workshops, storytelling

## Trending Events in Evanston

- **Event Name**: Illinois Fighting Illini at Northwestern Wildcats Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Ryan Field
🏠 Address: 1502 Central St., Evanston, IL 60201
🌆 City: Evanston
📍 Location: 42.0641, -87.6926✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Illinois Fighting Illini at Northwestern Wildcats Football, where every moment prom
  - **Venue**: Ryan Field
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- **Event Name**: Northwestern vs Illinois and The Great Chicago Food Festival
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsNorthwestern Wildcats Football has 5 upcoming events.University of Illinois Fighting Illini Football has 5 upcoming events.Note: Your tickets will be available to view, manage an
  - **Venue**: Ryan Field
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- **Event Name**: The Wood Brothers
  - **Venue**: Cahn Auditorium
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- **Event Name**: DePaul Blue Demons at Northwestern Wildcats Mens Basketball at Welsh Ryan Arena
  - **Venue**: Welsh Ryan Arena
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- **Event Name**: PARKING: Northwestern Wildcats vs. Illinois Fighting Illini
  - **Venue**: Ryan Field Parking Lots
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- **Event Name**: Pinoy na Krismas
  - **Description**: �� SAVE THE DATE! ��

The most anticipated Filipino Christmas celebration is coming to Chicago! ���

Join us for Pinoy na Krismas 2.0 – US Concert Tour 2026, featuring the one and only Jose Mari Chan & The Company for an unforgettable evening filled w
  - **Venue**: Seven Star
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- **Event Name**: Amythyst Kiah at Evanston SPACE
  - **Venue**: Evanston SPACE
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- **Event Name**: The Wood Brothers at Cahn Auditorium
  - **Description**: Sale Dates and Times:

Public Onsale : Fri, 14 Aug 2026 at 10:00 AM

Artist Presale : Wed, 12 Aug 2026 at 10:00 AM

Space Presents Presale : Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 10:00 AM
  - **Venue**: Evanston SPACE
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- **Event Name**: Downtown Holiday Light Celebration
  - **Description**: All families, friends, and neighbors are invited to Fountain Square in downtown Evanston on Saturday, December 5, from 4:30-7PM to help celebrate the holidays at our annual tree lighting event with Santa & Mrs. Claus and other special guests. Througho
  - **Venue**: Evanston's Fountain Square
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## Browse Theatre Events by Date

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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Theatre events in Evanston?
  - **A:** Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol at Lifeline Theatre (Sat Nov 28 2026 at 07:30 pm at Lifeline Theatre), The Niceties | Play & Post-Show Community Conversation (Sun Nov 15 2026 at 03:00 pm at Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre), Disney and Pixar's Finding Nemo: A 60-Minute Family Musical (Fri Nov 20 2026 at Norris University Center), A Celebration of the Songs of Michael Smith (Sun Jan 03 2027 at 02:00 pm at SPACE), Evanston Folk Festival 2027 (2-Day Pass) (Sat Sep 11 2027 at 12:00 pm at Dawes Park).
- **Q**: What are the top free Theatre events in Evanston?
  - **A:** Disney and Pixar's Finding Nemo: A 60-Minute Family Musical (Fri Nov 20 2026 at Norris University Center), A Celebration of the Songs of Michael Smith (Sun Jan 03 2027 at 02:00 pm at SPACE).
- **Q**: What Theatre events are happening in Evanston this weekend November 13–15, 2026?
  - **A:** The Niceties | Play & Post-Show Community Conversation (Sun Nov 15 2026 at 03:00 pm at Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre).
- **Q**: What Theatre events are happening in Evanston in November 2026?
  - **A:** Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol at Lifeline Theatre (Sat Nov 28 2026 at 07:30 pm at Lifeline Theatre), The Niceties | Play & Post-Show Community Conversation (Sun Nov 15 2026 at 03:00 pm at Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre), Disney and Pixar's Finding Nemo: A 60-Minute Family Musical (Fri Nov 20 2026 at Norris University Center).
- **Q**: How can I find Theatre events in Evanston?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Theatre events in Evanston 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 Evanston?
  - **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 Evanston?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Theatre events in Evanston include Lifeline Theatre, Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre, Norris University Center.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Theatre events in Evanston?
  - **A:** Prices for Theatre events in Evanston range from USD 127 to USD 127. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Theatre events in Evanston?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Theatre events in Evanston include Vivid Events, Evanston Lighthouse Rotary Club, Purple Crayon Players.
- **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 Evanston?
  - **A:** Follow the Theatre category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Theatre events are listed in Evanston.

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