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Upstairs at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

800 E Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 595-5600
chicagoshakes.com
5 star rating based on 7 reviews

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To be or not to be, that is the question - if this famous line rings a bell, then pop on down to the Chicago Shakespeare theatre. This place is known for its high quality productions of the bard's plays. It is also the hub for new and original works by some of the country's exceptionally talented playwrights and directors. Highlights at this theatre include Measure For Measure, Comedy Of... more
Posted by wcities on January 18, 2008

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For those with teens who love Mr. Shakespeare's works, and for those with teens who absolutely do not, a visit to the Chicago Shakespeare Theater can be an enlightening way to help put the bard's works in perspective. Prominently situated on Navy Pier, CST is housed in a the seven-story theatre - with a 500-seat courtyard theater and a 200-seat black box theater - and, in addition to... more
Posted by gocitykids on August 20, 2007

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Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) is one of the fastest-growing producing and presenting theater institutions in America today. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Barbara Gaines and Executive Director Criss Henderson, CST has achieved its reputation for consistently high production values and artistic standards. In addition to its acclaimed productions of William Shakespeare's canon, CST... more
Posted by charitynavigator on August 12, 2007

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Among the trappings of the larger space, there is a surprisingly quiet bookstore and pub on the left side of the lobby as you enter.
Posted by Citysearch on April 21, 2009

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As part of Chicago Shakespeare's high-profile new mission, several teaching and small performance workshop spaces dot the upstairs and back-of-house areas.
Posted by Citysearch on April 21, 2009

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An elegant, shapely theater amid Navy Pier's neon glare.

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The Idea The Shakespeare Repertory was only 13 years old when, in an unbelievable coup, it scored this space at Navy Pier. While its productions have occasionally been stilted, they're always very professional. The Venue The interior of the theater is laid out perfectly, in an Elizabethan courtyard-style configuration. With nary a bad seat in the tall yet... more
Posted by Contributor on April 21, 2009, (Edited August 17, 2003)

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This group's home on Navy Pier is a visually stunning, state-of-the-art jewel. The centerpiece of the glass-box complex, which rises seven stories, is a 525-seat courtyard-style theater patterned loosely after the Swan Theater in Stratford-upon-Avon. The complex also houses a 180-seat studio theater, an English-style pub, and lobbies with commanding views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago... more
Posted by frommers on March 25, 2007

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Classy by Annette J. at InsiderPages

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If you live in chiago, or the surrounding suburbs or are going to visit chicgo, i would recommend that you visit this theater if you are into the fine arts. I can reall tell that a lot of money was put into this place. As the name suggests, Shakespeare, there will be plays such as macbeth. If this is your style, please visit here. If it is not ;your style, you will definately be bored to... more
Posted by Citysearch User on April 21, 2009, (Edited March 07, 2006)

Chicago Shakespeare Theater by Bridget H. at InsiderPages

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I saw a Second City's version on Romeo and Juliet called. Friar Lawrence the Man Who Killed Romeo and Juliet. It was hilarious. Highly recommend. Located at Navy Pier.
Posted by Citysearch User on April 21, 2009, (Edited November 08, 2005)

Breath taking theater by larry s. at InsiderPages

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I took my girlfriend to see Romeo and Juliet at the Shakespeare Theater and it was awesome. It's a new theater only built in 1999 but everything is beautifully designed and the setting was perfect. They also have a dining area and the theater was run in top notch fashion the day we went to see the musical. The staff was friendly and courteous. The lobby area overseas Lake Michigan so plan... more
Posted by Citysearch User on April 21, 2009, (Edited October 15, 2005)
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