Concert Reading Features Steppenwolf Co-Founder and Broadway Legends
Pictured: Jeff Perry Steppenwolf’s LookOut Series has announced a newly added performance of STANDUP SHAKESPEARE: A Concert Reading with music by Ray Leslee, book by Kenneth Welsh and words by Shakespeare, of course. This event, which is a benefit concert reading for the theater, will feature Steppenwolf co-founder Jeff Perry...
What the Hell Is Happening with PASS OVER?
You would think that Steppenwolf just produced the very first play ever about race to be performed in Chicago. Jesus.
Review: PASS OVER at Steppenwolf
We need to ask ourselves, “do black lives matter?” Because the thought of complacency is frightening for the future of humanity.
Steppenwolf Welcomes Newest Ensemble Member
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has announced the addition of its 49th member to the ensemble.
The Music of Immigration Scores LA HAVANA MADRID
Sandra Delgado, creator of LA HAVANA MADRID, plays the title character in the world premiere. Photo by Joel Maisonet. Review: LA HAVANA MADRID – Teatro Vista at Steppenwolf By Jonald Jude Reyes It’s the music – the rhythm, the beat, and the culture. There’s an essence to music that’s like...
Martha Lavey, 1957 – 2017
Martha Lavey, Steppenwolf ensemble member and recently retired Artistic Director, passed away today due to complications from a stroke suffered last Wednesday, April 19. Lavey was still battling complications from a stroke in May of 2015. According to a statement from the theater: “She spent her last days as she lived,...
Steppenwolf Adds Education Department, Announces Young Adults Offerings
Steppenwolf Theatre Company announced today that it will create a new department, “Steppenwolf Education,” under which the Steppenwolf for Young Adults (SYA) program will be housed. In addition to youth productions, the department will oversee educator training, teen programming and an expanded model for community partnerships, allowing Steppenwolf to reach neighborhoods and communities in new ways.
Steppenwolf Announces Cast and Director Update for PASS OVER
Pictured: Danya Taymor Steppenwolf Theatre Company has announced Danya Taymor will step in to replace Liesl Tommy as director for the world premiere production of PASS OVER by Antoinette Nwandu. In addition, Ryan Hallahan will step in to play the role of “Mister” replacing originally announced Cliff Chamberlain. Hallahan joins...
No Jeff Judges for Letts at Steppenwolf – Jeff Committee Responds
“Our Committee of 55 hard-working devoted theatergoers each see more than a hundred plays a year. Our membership is diverse, with all ages and diversity.”
Steppenwolf Announces April/May LookOut Events
Steppenwolf has announced its LookOut Series slate of programming for April and May in the 1700 Theatre, curated by Sandra Delgado and Sandra Marquez featuring Chicago-based, Latinx artists. In addition, a second performance of Audra McDonald in Concert has been added at 9pm on May 22nd on the mainstage. Tickets to...