Theatre News

Previous COVID-19 Announcements

This Fall: THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS

This Fall, Court will be staging THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS, a one-of-a-kind theatrical event that breathes new life into a classic myth with a score of powerful gospel music.

Announcing Our 2020/21 Season

Presenting a season that showcases a cadre of prolific playwrights.

Remembering A Decade of Innovative Classics

We’re proud of the diverse array of stories that graced our stage and all the incredible artists, designers, staff members, donors, and patrons that made them possible. 

Court Theatre Honored with 5 Jeff Awards

For Colored Girls, Frankenstein, and Photograph 51 were all honored at this year's Jeff Awards.

Court Theatre Receives 3 Black Theatre Alliance Awards

FOR COLORED GIRLS director Seret Scott and her ensemble were honored by the Black Theatre Alliance.

Critics are hailing Court’s production of KING HEDLEY II as “masterful.”

Critics around Chicagoland are praising Court's production of KING HEDLEY II for its powerful acting, direction, and design!

Kelvin Roston Jr. Embodies Another King in Oedipus Rex

Fresh off his critically-acclaimed turn as Hedley in King Hedley II, Kelvin Roston, Jr. will bring another “king” to life in Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex.

Court Theatre Receives 15 Jeff Nominations for 2018/19 Season!

Court Theatre is excited to announce that we received 15 Jeff Awards nominations for our productions during the 2018/19 Season!

Court Theatre Appoints Regina Victor as Associate Producer, Andrew Berg as Director of Development, and Gabrielle Randle as Artistic Fellow

Court Theatre has appointed three new individuals to its staff!