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Theater in Chicago: Things to Do
1,992 upcoming events at 114 venues — tonight, this weekend, and beyond
VenuNite currently lists 1,992 upcoming theater events in Chicago across 114 venues. On this page: for colored girls who considered suicide when the rainbow is enuf at ETA Creative Arts Foundation, Baby Wants Candy! The Original Completely Improvised Musical at The Second City, Redtwist Theatre's “'Night Mother” By Marsha Norman at Redtwist Theatre, Andrea Gibson's Love Letter From The Afterlife at The Auditorium (7:30 PM). Listing data was last refreshed November 15, 2026.
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Sat, Nov 21 · 7:30 PMTheater
Andrea Gibson's Love Letter From The Afterlife
The Auditorium
· Chicago, IL
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Sat, Nov 21 · 7:30 PMTheater
Jersey Boys (Chicago)
CIBC Theatre
· Chicago, IL
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Sat, Nov 21 · 7:30 PMFilm
It's A Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play
Citadel Theatre Lake Forest
· Chicago, IL
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Sat, Nov 21 · 7:30 PMTheater
A Christmas Carol (Children under 5 are not permitted in the theater)
Goodman Albert Theatre
· Chicago, IL
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Sat, Nov 21 · 7:30 PMTheater
Vape! The Grease Parody
Apollo Theater
· Chicago, IL
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Sat, Nov 21 · 8:00 PMTheater
MARVIN - The Marvin Gaye Musical
Arie Crown Theater
· Chicago, IL
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Sat, Nov 21 · 8:00 PMTheater
House of Burlesque - hosted by Hot Tawdry
Foundation Room at House of Blues Chicago
· Chicago, IL
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Sun, Nov 22 · 1:00 PMTheater
Jersey Boys (Chicago)
CIBC Theatre
· Chicago, IL
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Sun, Nov 22 · 2:00 PMTheater
The Winter's Tale
The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare
· Chicago, IL
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Sun, Nov 22 · 2:00 PMTheater
A Christmas Carol (Children under 5 are not permitted in the theater)
Goodman Albert Theatre
· Chicago, IL
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Sun, Nov 22 · 2:00 PMTheater
The Winter's Tale
Chicago Shakespeare Theater
· Chicago, IL
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Sun, Nov 22 · 2:30 PMTheater
Vape! The Grease Parody
Apollo Theater
· Chicago, IL
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Sun, Nov 22 · 3:00 PMTheater
It's A Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play
Citadel Theatre Lake Forest
· Chicago, IL
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Mon, Nov 23 · 7:00 PMTheater
SOLO by Ira Antelis
Harris Theater
· Chicago, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What theater things to do are in Chicago tonight?
- There are 41 theater events listed in Chicago, Illinois tonight. Browse the listings for start times, venues, and ticket details.
- What venues in Chicago host theater events?
- Chicago has 114 venues with upcoming theater events, including Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Navy Pier, The Lion Theater in Chicago and 111 more.
- Are there free theater events in Chicago?
- 59 upcoming theater events are explicitly listed as free in Chicago. Price information can change, so confirm entry details on the event page or organizer source.