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THE DEN THEATRE

1331 N. Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

By the Way, Meet Vera Stark
By the Way, Meet Vera Stark
10/12 - 11/17/2024


It’s The Golden Age of Hollywood, and the streets of Los Angeles teem with aspiring starlets. When Vera Stark—maid to “America’s Little Sweetie Pie” Gloria ...

Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs 'A Christmas Carol'


Jeff Award-Winner Blake Montgomery is proud to present Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs ‘A Christmas Carol’ Again, at The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave, December ...


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A JUDY CHRISTMAS to Return to Chicago at the Den Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 01, 2024

“A JUDY CHRISTMAS” is returning to Chicago in December at The Den Theatre. This riotous comedy is guaranteed to put you into the spirit of Judy and her holidaze!...

MACBETH BY THE SEA is Coming to The Den Theatre in November


by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 21, 2024

John Hancock Productions will bring MACBETH BY THE SEA to Chicago, transforming Shakespeare's tragedy into a comedy. Directed by Andrea J Dymond, the play explores ambition, nepotism, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...

Photos: The Impostors Theatre Company In Rehearsal for PILOT ISLAND & HER KEEPERS


by A.A. Cristi - October 18, 2024

After their critically acclaimed fifth season, The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) returns with the highly anticipated world premiere of Pilot Island & Her Keepers. See photos from inside the rehearsal....

Jacqueline Novak Returns To The Den Theatre This Month


by A.A. Cristi - October 07, 2024

Comedian Jacqueline Novak is set to perform at The Den Theatre on October 17, 2024. Known for her sharp wit and insightful humor, Novak promises an engaging evening for comedy enthusiasts....

Paul Chowdhry Comes To The Den Theatre In November


by A.A. Cristi - September 18, 2024

Comedian Paul Chowdhry will perform at The Den Theatre in November 2024. ...

Latina Comedy Festival, Julio Torres, Sindhu Vee Come To The Den Theatre In October


by A.A. Cristi - September 12, 2024

The Den Theatre has announced the Latina Comedy Festival featuring Julio Torres and Sindhu Vee in October. ...

Cast Set for THAT'S WHAT SHE SANG All-Femme Cabaret at The Den Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 05, 2024

The Beautiful City Project revealed the cast for THAT'S WHAT SHE SANG, an all-femme cabaret at The Den Theatre. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets. ...

Screenplay WITHIN A SHADOW Gets Theatrical Rebirth at The Den Theatre


by Blair Ingenthron - August 18, 2024

Lex The Movie, in association with Red Theater, has announced the new play 'Within A Shadow'. LaRose Washington's screenplay, recognized by Austin Film Festival, ScreenCraft, and Stage 32, is being adapted for the stage and making its debut at The Den Theatre on September 5th, with performances sche...

COMICS FOR KAMALA Come To The Den Theatre This Month


by A.A. Cristi - August 15, 2024

Comics for Kamala, a comedy event, will be held at The Den Theatre on August 20....

First Floor Theater Announces Season 12


by A.A. Cristi - August 12, 2024

First Floor Theater reveals its 2025 season featuring world premieres and exciting new productions....

Past Shows

By the Way, Meet Vera Stark
By the Way, Meet Vera Stark
10/12 - 11/17/2024


It’s The Golden Age of Hollywood, and the streets of Los Angeles teem with aspiring starlets. When Vera Stark—maid to “America’s Little Sweetie Pie” Gloria ...


Paul Chowdhry will bring his stand-up comedy to The Den Theatre on November 10, 2024, as part of his debut North American tour. Known for ...

Adam Ray
10/31 - 11/1/2024


Adam Ray takes the stage for a special performance at The Den Theatre on October 31, 2024. Known for his sharp wit and engaging storytelling, ...


Jarlath Regan brings his stand-up comedy show to The Den Theatre on October 30, 2024. Known for his witty observations and engaging storytelling, Regan's performance ...

Clint Coley
10/27


Clint Coley will take the stage at The Den Theatre on October 27, 2024. Known for his versatile talents, Coley is a stand-up comedian, producer, ...

Samuel Comroe
10/25 - 10/26/2024


Samuel Comroe brings his unique comedic perspective to The Den Theatre for two nights of laughter on October 25 and 26, 2024. Known for his ...


Learnmore Jonasi is a Zimbabwean stand-up comedian and actor known for his humorous storytelling that draws from his life experiences and observations. Having performed in ...


Annie Lederman, a stand-up comedian, podcaster, writer, and actress from Los Angeles, will perform at The Den Theatre on October 23, 2024. Known for her ...


Sindhu Vee is set to bring her acclaimed comedy back to Chicago with a live performance at The Den Theatre on October 23, 2024. Formerly ...

Nataly Aukar
10/20


Nataly Aukar is set to showcase her unique brand of comedy on October 20, 2024, at The Den Theatre. Known for her captivating storytelling and ...

Fahim Anwar
10/18


Fahim Anwar brings his sharp observational comedy to The Den Theatre on October 18, 2024. The Los Angeles-based comedian, actor, and writer is touring in ...


Liam Cullagh will join Langston Kerman and David Gborie for a live taping of the podcast My Momma Told Me at The Den Theatre on ...

Within A Shadow
Within A Shadow
9/5 - 10/13/2024


In this culturally relevant story, ‘Within a Shadow’ is about a quirky Black college senior who juggles awkward crushes, fierce friendships, and cultural clashes at her ...

Ryan Sickler: Live & Alive
10/11 - 10/12/2024


Ryan Sickler brings his distinctive comedic flair to The Den Theatre for a two-night engagement on October 11 and 12, 2024. Known for his successful ...


Julio Torres brings his unique comedic perspective to The Den Theatre with Color Theories on October 10, 2024. Known for his Emmy-nominated work and acclaimed ...


The Beautiful City Project presents an all-femme cabaret featuring comedic musical theatre songs, performed by a talented cast including Maddison Denault, Laura Savage, and Elizabeth ...


Straightiolab Podcast will take the stage at The Den Theatre on October 6, 2024. Hosted by George Civeris and Sam Taggert, this live podcast promises ...

Chris Redd
10/4 - 10/5/2024


Chris Redd will perform a series of stand-up shows at The Den Theatre in Chicago on October 4 and 5, 2024. Known for his time ...

El Brote
10/2 - 10/5/2024


El Brote is a psychological drama from Argentina, presented by Compañia Criolla, which delves into the blurred lines between reality and fiction. The story centers ...


The Latina Comedy Festival returns to The Den Theatre for an evening showcasing the freshest faces in Latina comedy on October 4. The Nena Show ...

Beneath The Willow Tree
Beneath The Willow Tree
9/6 - 9/29/2024


Beneath The Willow Tree (A World Premiere) by Isis Elizabeth, Directed by Aaron Reese Boseman Beneath The Willow Tree is a spiritual family drama that ...


Chloé Hilliard will perform at The Den Theatre on September 29, 2024. A former journalist turned comedian and TV writer, Hilliard gained recognition with her ...


Stephen Brower brings his unique blend of comedy and storytelling to the Den Theatre with Palatable Gay Robot, a captivating performance that examines identity and ...

In His Hand
In His Hand
7/25 - 8/24/2024


This is a list of things Christian believes in: logic, banana Laffy Taffy, video games, and Daniel. This is a list of things Christian doesn't ...

SAW The Musical The Unauthorized Parody of Saw


One of the most thought-provoking horror films of all time now is…a musical. SAW The Musical hilariously captures the events of the first movie parodying ...

SAW The Musical: The Unauthorized Parody of Saw


One of the most thought-provoking horror films of all time now is…a musical. SAW The Musical hilariously captures the events of the first movie parodying ...


Get ready for a night of laughter as Zarna Garg takes the stage in her hilarious comedy show at The Den Theatre. With sharp wit ...

NOT AMERICAN
NOT AMERICAN
5/31 - 6/15/2024


Combining drag, storytelling, song and physical comedy, NOT AMERICAN is a tour de force performance. In the span of 90 minutes, writer, director and performer ...

Cut to the Chase
Cut to the Chase
5/2 - 5/5/2024


Annual festival of new of new one act plays, this year celebrating the theme “Face to Face.” These seven one-acts plays are each built around ...

Witch
Witch
10/28 - 12/3/2023


A charming devil arrives in the quiet village of Edmonton to bargain for the souls of its residents in exchange for their darkest wishes. Elizabeth ...

Esther Povitsky at The Den Theatre


A fixture of the LA comedy scene, Esther Povitsky can be seen on Hulu’s 2nd season of DOLLFACE, starring alongside Kat Dennings and Shay Mitchell. ...

Who Chiseled That? The Story of a Life Unscripted, Unstoppable and Unexpectedly Funny


If you like Mrs. Maisel, you'll love 'Who Chiseled That?' starring the modern day, Chicago-born, Merit Kahn!

Stanzi Potenza: Hot Girl Activism


The Den Theatre welcomes Stanzi Potenza: Hot Girl Activism for a one-night only stand-up performance on Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. at The ...

Hatef*ck
Hatef*ck
5/5 - 6/10/2023


Passions ignite when Layla, an intense literature professor, accuses Imran, a brashly iconoclastic novelist, of trading in anti-Muslim stereotypes. But as their attraction grows into ...

A Town Called Progress
A Town Called Progress
3/16 - 4/15/2023


On a dusty road between Backwards and Conspiratorial lies a town called Progress; where Ida, the mayor, hopes to create a utopia where the women ...

“Looking Back/Dancing Forward”


Chicago Tap Theatre launches its 20th anniversary with a celebratory performance featuring classics from its 20-year history, including some pieces that have not been seen ...

The Kindness of Mangers
The Kindness of Mangers
12/15 - 12/18/2022


"Whoever you are - I've always depended on the kindness of strangers," says Blanche just before the doctor takes her away. Stella (Smith) cries and ...

Botticelli in the Fire
Botticelli in the Fire
9/22 - 11/5/2022


Playboy Sandro Botticelli has it all: talent, fame, good looks. He also has the ear and the wife of Lorenzo de Medici, as well as ...

Windwalkers
Windwalkers
10/14 - 10/29/2022


Welcome to Windwater, Colorado, circa 1990. When you enter this territory, you take on the shape of a blurry outline on the horizon, at once ...

The Secretaries: A Parable
The Secretaries: A Parable
5/5 - 6/11/2022


Berlin, 1944: four women in Aryan drag vie to be the Fhrers personal secretary as he heads into a bunker with his girlfriend. As the ...

Songs That Speak


For the first time since the pandemic, Chicago based performer, Jonathan Zeng, is thrilled to once again present SONGS THAT SPEAK! With a voice lauded ...

The Princess Strikes Back: One Woman's Search for the Space Cowboy of her Dreams


In 1997, 13-year-old Victoria Montalbano was introduced to her perfect man, Han Solo, and shes been looking for him ever since. In this piece, called ...

Laced
Laced
3/17 - 4/16/2022


Three bartenders arrive at their beloved queer bar to find that the establishment has been vandalized. As they try to piece together the events of ...

World Comedy Expo
World Comedy Expo
3/25 - 3/27/2022


The World Comedy Expo brings sketch, improv, and stand-up comedy artists from across the United States and around the world to Chicago audiences March 25 ...

Wolves
5/2 - 5/26/2019


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The Church of Modern Love
The Church of Modern Love
7/17 - 7/28/2018


Originally founded by Dole Roxy, The Church of Modern Love is comprised of people centered around one simple idea: “You Deserve To Be Loved.”. and ...

Quittin' Time!
Quittin' Time!
4/27 - 4/28/2018


Musical trio Foiled Again (Allison Bazarko-Kirk, Rob Lindley, Anne Sheridan Smith) celebrates the women of country, folk and bluegrass music with original vocal arrangements of ...

Next Thing You Know
Next Thing You Know
2/13 - 3/8/2015


Next Thing You Know is the story of four twenty-something New Yorkers as they laugh, love and drink their way through the big questions that ...

Bus Stop
Bus Stop
12/3 - 1/22/2011


William Inge's classic tale of optimism, romance, and loneliness gets a fresh reboot in the Chicago ensemble tradition. Long time Chicago actress Lia Mortensen and ...

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