Save the date for 10 days of discounted tickets to some of Chicago’s hottest shows during Chicago Theatre Week, presented by the League of Chicago Theatres and Choose Chicago.
Now in its 13th year, Chicago Theatre Week is the perfect time to experience the thrill of live theatre in a city known for its dynamic theatre scene. Choose from more than 100 exciting performances in every corner of the city, including dramas, musicals, dance, comedy, opera, and so much more across Chicago’s 200+ stage. There’s truly something for everyone during Chicago Theatre Week.
When is Chicago Theatre Week?
Chicago Theatre Week performances take place from Feb. 6 – 16, 2025. The value-priced tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. CST on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025.
But that’s not all — HotTix.org is hosting “Chicago Theatre Week Continued” from Feb. 17 – 23, 2025, which will extend Theatre Week discounts to select participating productions for an additional week.
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What is Chicago Theatre Week?
Chicago Theatre Week offers discounted tickets to more than 100 different productions throughout the city. Tickets are available for $15 or $30 (or less!).
This annual event will celebrate the city’s vibrant theatre community and help make the theatrical arts more accessible to all audiences.
Chicago Theatre Week allows both visitors and residents to sample the extraordinary range of theatre in Chicago, from fan-favorite hit to avant-garde storefront productions.
How do I get Chicago Theatre Week tickets?
Chicago Theatre Week 2025 tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. CST on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025.
Tickets are first come, first served. It’s a good idea to grab Theatre Week tickets in advance since many shows sell out quickly. But don’t worry — there are plenty to choose from.
The full line-up of shows participating in Chicago Theatre Week will be available in January. The exciting roster of productions includes comedies, dramas, musicals, improv, family theatre, and more.
This year’s schedule is sure to put a spotlight on stages large and small. In previous years, venues have included Tony Award-winning stages, comedy clubs, the downtown Theater District, suburban theatres, and everywhere in between.
What shows can I see?
More than 100 theatre productions are expected to participate throughout Chicago’s neighborhoods and surrounding suburbs.
The full line-up of shows will be available in January but here’s a sneak peek of a few productions expected to offer value-priced tickets:
- Singin’ In the Rain in Concert at Lyric Opera
- A Raisin in the Sun at Court Theatre
- Beautiful — The Carole King Musical at Drury Lane
- Avaaz at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
- The Heart Sellers at Northlight Theatre
- Fool for Love at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
- A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
- Betrayal at Goodman Theatre
- Winter Series by Hubbard Street at Harris Theater for Music and Dance
- Fat Ham at Goodman Theatre and Definition Theatre
- Sondra Radvanovsky in Concert at Lyric Opera
What about the rest of the year?
Theatre plays an essential role in Chicago’s cultural fabric all year long. On any given night, there’s a diverse array of live shows playing on the 200+ stages throughout the city. From award-winning plays in historic theatres to cutting-edge works at neighborhood storefronts, there’s a seat waiting for you in Chicago.
Can’t wait till February? Check out HotTix.org for half-price tickets to hundreds of Chicago theatres year-round.
