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10 Chicago theater shows to see in November
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10 Chicago theater shows to see in November

Before you get together with your nearest and dearest for Thanksgiving in Chicago, break the ice with a few theatrical families at the city's top stages.

The 11 best Chicago theaters in the Loop
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The 11 best Chicago theaters in the Loop

Browse the best downtown theaters and reserve a ticket to see a show today.

Cheap Chicago theater tickets and seven ways to get them
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Cheap Chicago theater tickets and seven ways to get them

See Chicago theater on the cheap with our expert tips and tricks

‘Hamilton’ will leave Chicago early next year
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‘Hamilton’ will leave Chicago early next year

Don't throw away your shot to see Hamilton in Chicago before the award-winning musical packs its bags and leaves.

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Everything you need to know about seeing Hamilton in Chicago
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Everything you need to know about seeing Hamilton in Chicago

Here's what you need to know about the hottest musical in Chicago.

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Romeo and Juliet
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Romeo and Juliet

A new new take on Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers in the hot Chicago summer of 2020

Time Out says
3 out of 5 stars
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P.Y.G. or The Mis-Edumacation of Dorian Belle
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P.Y.G. or The Mis-Edumacation of Dorian Belle

It’s a verbose comedy and a searching social drama in one restlessly theatrical package.

Time Out says
4 out of 5 stars
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Grey House
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Grey House

Set in the remote mountains of Oregon, this world premiere promises both fright and insight.

Time Out says
4 out of 5 stars
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Hamilton
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Hamilton

Hamilton is a sprawling, stunning, singular achievement.

Time Out says
5 out of 5 stars
Users say
5 out of 5 stars
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Steppenwolf Theatre Company
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Steppenwolf Theatre Company

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Goodman Theatre
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Goodman Theatre

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Victory Gardens Biograph Theater
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Victory Gardens Biograph Theater

The Den Theatre
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The Den Theatre

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5 out of 5 stars
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Greenhouse Theater Center
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Greenhouse Theater Center

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4 out of 5 stars
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Theater Wit
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Theater Wit

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5 out of 5 stars
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