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A collage of Chicago theater productions
A collage of Chicago theater productions
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Spring stunners: 3 bold Chicago productions that redefine theater’s boundaries
By Editors May 8, 2025 0

Chicago's theater scene is heating up with three standout productions that deserve your attention.

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Set your alarm! Opening soon
  • Garry Starr: Classic Penguins, Off-Broadway, Sept. 8
  • The Ford / Hill Project, Off-Broadway, Sept. 8
  • In Honor of Jean-Michel Basquiat, Off-Broadway, Sept. 14
  • Pre-Existing Condition, Off-Broadway, Sept. 14
  • America, Who Hurt You?, Off-Broadway, Sept. 17
  • School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play, Broadway, Sept. 28

Clock's ticking! Closing soon
  • Titaníque, Broadway, Sept. 20
  • An American Daughter, Off-Broadway, Sept. 20
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