September 6 – October 5 in Albert Theatre

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October 4 – November 9 in Owen Theatre

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November 15 – December 31 in Albert Theatre

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UPDATES from the theater you love.

100 Free Acts of Theater

An epic citywide year-long event—100 Free Acts of Theater—activates all 50 wards of Chicago. Learn More.

A Christmas Carol: Young Performer Auditions

Saturday, September 20
The Goodman is seeking aspiring Chicagoland actors aged 5-17 for the 48th annual production of A Christmas Carol! Learn More.

Chicago Legacy Business Ice Cream Social

Saturday, September 27
Savor the iconic flavors of Rainbow Cone while hearing stories of resilience from our cities’ precious, authentic (and endangered) assets. Learn More.

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Covenant

May 2 – May 31
Just Announced! The Chicago premiere of Covenant joins our Centennial Season. Learn More.

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The Magic Parlour

Performances now available through December!
Join award-winning magician Dennis Watkins as your thoughts, your choices, and your imagination create the most amazing feats showcased in this tour-de-force of classic magic and mind reading. Get tickets.

Our Centennial Season

This is The Goodman—where humanity takes center stage. Join us for the Centennial 25/26 Season. Explore memberships.

Revolution(s)

Tickets are on sale now for Revolution(s). With original music from Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famer Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine, presented in our intimate Owen Theatre, it’s a musical unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Performances start October 4.

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ENGAGE AND LEARN

Art in service of a wider vision of social change. Explore our programs and partnerships that aim to activate authentic collaboration with Chicago’s citizens, schools and organizations—and better our city.

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A Birthday Gift to the City

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The Goodman is turning 100, and taking the celebration citywide. In partnership with DCASE, 100 Free Acts of Theater will bring a yearlong series of free performances that will appear in parks and neighborhoods in all 50 wards.

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From Our Stage to Yours

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As The Goodman shares its Centennial Season gift—100 Free Acts of Theater in partnership with DCASE—The Color Purple shines on stage. Hear from the director and choreographer as they reflect on the legacy of the story and the beauty of the book.

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CELEBRATING 99 YEARS

Today’s Goodman Theatre traces its roots back to the dream of multifaceted artist, Kenneth Sawyer Goodman, who worked to open Chicago’s first major theater and training program from drama students at the Chicago Art Institute.

Goodman’s parents took up his cause after his death and in the fall of 1925, the Kenneth Sawyer Goodman Memorial Theatre opened its doors. Our Full History

Visitor Info

Getting to the Goodman is easy.

Our central location is in close proximity to I-55, I-90/94, I-290 and Lake Shore Drive, as well as all major CTA rail lines and many bus routes. Multiple parking lots are located near the theater, and Goodman patrons have options for discounted parking rates. More help getting here.

A few links to answer all your questions.

Patron Health & Safety: Stay up to date on our latest COVID-19 safety protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions: We get these all the time; yours is probably here.

Food & Drinks Nearby: Where to go before and after the show.

Theater Services: Coat check, lost and found, emergency info.

Accessibility: We strive to make performances and facilities accessible to all patrons.

THE OWEN THEATRE

Goodman’s Flexible 350 Seat Courtyard Theatre

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THE Albert THEATRE

Goodman’s 856 Seat
Proscenium Main Stage

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