Glenn Obrero in a promotional photo for “The Great Leap” at Steppenwolf Theatre Company/Photo: Juli Del Prete
1 Tiny Beautiful Things (Victory Gardens Theater) Based on the bestseller by Cheryl Strayed, adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos and directed by Vanessa Stalling, this local premiere is about reaching when you’re stuck, healing when you’re broken and finding the courage to take on the questions which have no answers. Opens September 13
2 The Great Leap (Steppenwolf Theatre Company) Witty and weighty, Lauren Yee’s latest play (in its Chicago premiere) explores cultural barriers, political risks and personal sacrifice, and is sure to be compelling to basketball fans, history buffs and everyone who has ever had a dream. Opens September 15
3 Oslo (TimeLine Theatre Company) The 2017 Tony Award winner for Best Play is a remarkable story about the unlikely friendships, quiet heroics and sheer determination that pushed two foes to reach something neither thought truly possible: peace. Opens September 18
5 Bernhardt/Hamlet (Goodman Theatre) High humor and human drama collide in Theresa Rebeck’s rollicking comedy about legendary leading lady Sarah Bernhardt and her decision to assume the title role of Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” at the turn of the twentieth century. Opens September 23
Stage Top 5: September 2022 A vibrant month in Chicago theater with all the major stages coming back to life, almost at once.
Dance Top 5: September 2022 It's official: Concert dance is back. September abounds with performances by local, national and international companies.
One Recommendation: September 2020 Links Hall 96 Hours: Links Hall throws performance in the pressure cooker with a competitive cooking show approach to making new work.
