All Stories About Court Theatre

Joe Mazza’s Brave Lens

On the Scene, People November 1, 2023 Gabriela Furtado Coutinho Leave a comment

How one iconic Chicago theatre photographer captures the ‘now’ not only with his camera but with his whole body and soul.

Goodman, Teatro Vista Take Centerstage at Equity Jeff Awards

Awards October 4, 2023 American Theatre Editors Leave a comment

Now in its 55th year, Chicago’s 2023 Equity Jeff Awards saw big wins for “The Who’s Tommy” and “The Dream King.”

Court Theatre Artistic Director Charles Newell to Step Down in 2024

Entrances & Exits September 19, 2023 American Theatre Editors Leave a comment

As he caps his 30-year tenure, the University of Chicago Office of the Provost will lead a comprehensive search for his successor in the coming months.

Gabrielle Randle-Bent Named Associate Artistic Director at Court Theatre

Entrances & Exits August 15, 2022 American Theatre Editors Leave a comment

A dramaturg and co-director, she’ll advise on season planning, manage new-work development, and lead a new engagement division for the South Side Chicago theatre.

Know a Theatre: Court Theatre of Chicago

Know a Theatre June 7, 2022 American Theatre Editors Leave a comment

This year’s Regional Tony Award winner, nestled on the campus of the University of Chicago, takes an approach to the classics that isn’t merely academic.

How Extra Time Gave Court Theatre a Deeper Dive Into ‘Othello’

On the Scene October 15, 2021 Jerald Raymond Pierce Leave a comment

Pandemic delays allowed the Chicago theatre to rethink their both production process and the meaning of the play, with strong input from their lead actor.