The cast of Steppenwolf Theatre’s world premiere of “Bald Sisters: includes (top, left to right) Francesca Fernandez McKenzie and Jennifer Lim, (bottom) Coburn Goss, Wai Ching Ho and Nima Rakhshanifar
1 Bald Sisters (Steppenwolf) World premiere of Vichet Chum’s play about two Cambodian American sisters dealing with the death of their mother. Opens December 1
2 New Stages Festival (Goodman Theatre) See new work in development, including the first directorial appearance of new Goodman artistic director Susan V. Booth. December 1-18
3 Twelfth Night (Midsommer Flight) See Shakespeare’s “Christmas play” in Lincoln Park Conservatory, amidst the annual holiday flower show. Opens December 1
4 Dear Evan Hansen (Broadway in Chicago) The Broadway hit about a high school senior with social anxiety returns to Chicago. Opens December 6
5 John Oliver (Chicago Theatre) “Last Year Tonight?” The HBO comedy star ends 2022 with stand-up shows in Chicago. December 29-31
