Glossary of the Greeks

Photo of Aeriel Williams and Matthew C. Yee by Michael Brosilow. This glossary includes helpful vocabulary and allusions that will deepen your understanding of the… Read More

Pre-Show Vocabulary Activity

Photo of Danielle Davis and Cage Sebastian Pierre by Michael Brosilow. This activity guides students through an exploration of allusions in popular culture and in… Read More

Historical Background, Dramaturgy, and Design

Set model by John Culbert; photo by Michael Brosilow. Explore the history behind Antigone, its dramaturgy, and the design of Court Theatre’s… Read More

Synopsis and Characters

Photo of Cage Sebastian Pierre, Ariana Burks, and Danielle Davis by Michael Brosilow. Synopsis: The Oedipus Trilogy In 2019, Court announced its plans to stage… Read More

On Resistance and Healing

Photo of dr. nick alder by Lyric Newbern. Party Noire – a dance party and celebration of Black queer joy – arose as an… Read More

A Portrait of Love and Defiance

Savannah E. Bowman, “the sister’s”, oil & acrylic on 16×20 canvas paper. When it came time to plan the show art for Antigone, Director… Read More

Chicago Theatre Week Returns

Chicago Theatre Week is right around the corner! Running from February 8 – 18, Chicago Theatre Week is an excellent opportunity to see… Read More

Meet Teaching Artist, Jamaque Newberry

We’re highlighting the incredible Teaching Artists who contribute their skills, energy, and enthusiasm to Court’s Education Initiative. These artists have a wealth of experience… Read More

No Progress Without Struggle

Director of Engagement Kamilah Rashied assesses the role of power in The Lion in Winter and our postpandemic lives, setting the stage for… Read More

Queering the Medieval Family Drama

Photo of Anthony Baldasare and Shane Kenyon by Michael Brosilow. Having taught Queering the American Family Drama and (re)Queering the American Musical at the University of Chicago, and now… Read More