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“The best Christmas story ever told.”

– Time Out Chicago 
A Christmas Carol

November 13 – December 31 in Albert Theatre

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John Proctor is the Villain

January 23 – February 21 in Albert Theatre

A Christmas Carol

November 13 – December 31 in Albert Theatre

John Proctor is the Villain

January 23 – February 21 in Albert Theatre

MORE FROM THE GOODMAN

Explore events, upcoming plays and opportunities, on and off stage.

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Wednesday, November 11 @ 8:30am – 4:30pm

Play Day: The Fairy Tale Trials

When school's out, creativity takes center stage! Make the most of the CPS upcoming student non-attendance day with Play Days…
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December 5 – December 13

The New Stages Festival 26/27

The Goodman's New Stages Festival is in its 22nd year! Tickets available now!
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Tuesday, December 15 at 7pm | Tickets go on sale Friday, November 20 at 10am.

The Long Christmas Dinner

An extraordinary cast of celebrities and Chicago actors gather for a one-night-only reading of The Long Christmas Dinner.
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December 18 – 20 | Tickets go on sale Friday, November 13

E. Faye and Friends: A Holiday Cabaret

Award-winning actress and Goodman favorite E. Faye Butler hosts and performs in this classic cabaret.
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September 2026 – July 2027

2026/2027 Season

Experience our 2026/2027 Season, where Big Feelings aren’t just welcome—they’re expected.
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Wednesday, November 11 @ 8:30am – 4:30pm

Play Day: The Fairy Tale Trials

When school's out, creativity takes center stage! Make the most of the CPS upcoming student non-attendance day with Play Days…
A black metal music stand on a vertical pole.

December 5 – December 13

The New Stages Festival 26/27

The Goodman's New Stages Festival is in its 22nd year! Tickets available now!
Logo for The Long Christmas Dinner Festival, featuring a stylized image of a table.

Tuesday, December 15 at 7pm | Tickets go on sale Friday, November 20 at 10am.

The Long Christmas Dinner

An extraordinary cast of celebrities and Chicago actors gather for a one-night-only reading of The Long Christmas Dinner.
A middle-aged Black woman with curly hair wearing a black turtleneck sweater, framed by gold star graphics on a white background.

December 18 – 20 | Tickets go on sale Friday, November 13

E. Faye and Friends: A Holiday Cabaret

Award-winning actress and Goodman favorite E. Faye Butler hosts and performs in this classic cabaret.
A group of people sit closely together, smiling and clapping, appearing to enjoy a live performance or event.

September 2026 – July 2027

2026/2027 Season

Experience our 2026/2027 Season, where Big Feelings aren’t just welcome—they’re expected.

Presented by The Goodman

Around the Corner & in the neighborhood

Check out our “off-campus” experiences—mind-blowing magic and a major new downtown immersive attraction.

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Dennis Watkins’ The Magic Parlour

Performances available now through May 2!

Step into 3rd Generation Magician Dennis Watkins’ custom magic theater around the corner from The Goodman and see why he’s “Chicago’s premiere resident magician.” (Chicago Tribune).
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From David Byrne and Mala Gaonkar: Theater of the Mind

Extended by popular demand!

Co-created by Academy, Grammy and Tony Award-winning artist David Byrne and writer Mala Gaonkar, and presented by The Goodman, Theater of the Mind is a new theatrical experience you’ll see, feel, taste and hear.
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Chicago’s Favorite Holiday Tradition

A Christmas Carol

Find out what director Malkia Stampley loves about the “ever evolving” production of A Christmas Carol—on stage starting November 13!

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Holiday Spotlights

From an internationally renowned chef and the rock frontman of Wilco, to a Pulitzer Prize-nominated author and a handful of Chicago actors, The Goodman presents two new seasonal offerings!

Building the Next Century

Clifford Director of Education and Engagement Jared Bellot and Sable Resident Director Henry Godinez discuss "The Goodman. For Good." campaign and the theater's lasting impact on Chicago.

A Quinceañera Conversation

Go behind the scenes of "Dead Girl’s Quinceañera" with Carmen Berkeley, who discusses bringing the play to life at The Goodman and spending time in Chicago.

Celebrating Girl Power

Playwright Phanésia Pharel shares insight into the meaning behind "Dead Girl’s Quinceañera" and its exploration of young women’s experiences, identity and empowerment.

A Play with a Purpose

How did "Dead Girl’s Quinceañera" come to life? Playwright Phanesia Pharel and director Melia Bensussen discuss developing the play and the ideas that drive its story.

Who Are We, Really?

Taking listeners inside "Theater of the Mind", David Byrne discusses the production’s creation, its unique venue and the layers of discovery waiting for audiences.

Food For Thought

David Byrne joins the "Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!" panel for a playful conversation about music, theater and the wonderfully unpredictable workings of the human mind.

Engage & 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.

Education & Engagement programming

For Youth

Chicagoland youth! Learn about how you can get involved in Goodman’s creative community through our exciting after-school programs, hands-on theatre workshops and immersive summer programs.

For Community

Participate in Chicago’s vast artistic landscape, where creativity and curiosity come together. Immerse yourself in the themes and stories of our productions or join a hands on workshop designed for artists of all ages.

For Schools

Enhance your classroom experience with our arts education programs. Access professional development workshops and teaching resources to enrich your teaching methods or plan a field trip to a student matinee performance.

For Professionals

The next generation of arts professionals become acquainted with the theater through internships and engagement opportunities across the theater.
1993: The Notebooks of Leonardo da Vinci
2012: Camino Real
1978: A Christmas Carol
1998: Death of a Salesman
2009: Ruined