Prominently situated on
Navy Pier, the Chicago Shakespeare Theater is one of the fastest-growing producing and presenting theater institutions in America today.
Its success can be attributed to the high-quality productions, a dedication to clarity and integrity, and its consistently high standards . Not only has the Theater produced acclaimed presentations of William Shakespeare's canon, but has also produced work by by some of the most distinguished American and international playwrights and directors.
The Shakespeare Theater includes a 500-seat courtyard theater and a 200-seat flexible black box theater. Arrive early at the show for a pre-show program with some of the cast or a scholar, grab a beer at The Pub, or browse in The Bookstall. After the show, be sure to take dinner at one of the great restaurants on Navy Pier.
