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[Beverly, MA (Regional), 2007]
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Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Ensemble, Resident Musical

Shakespeare TheatreCompany Candide


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Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreCyrano

Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatrePericles

Helen Hayes Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreRichard III

Helen Hayes Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreLittle Foxes

Helen Hayes Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreDon Carlos

Helen Hayes Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreKing John

Helen Hayes Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatrePeer Gynt

Helen Hayes Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreHenry VI

Helen Hayes Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreVolpone

Helen Hayes Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreHenry V

Helen Hayes Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreHenry IV

Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreMother Courage and Her Children

Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreRichard II


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Helen Hayes Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Resident Play

Shakespeare TheatreHamlet

Helen Hayes Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Resident Production

Shakespeare TheatrRichard III

Helen Hayes Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Resident Production

Shakespeare TheatreMerry Wives of Windsor

Helen Hayes Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Resident Musical

Shakespeare TheatreBeggar's Opera

Helen Hayes Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Resident Production

Shakespeare TheatreTwelfth Night


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Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Director, Resident Production

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Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical

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Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lead Actress , Resident Production

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Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production

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Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Production

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Olivier Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Costume Design, Resident Production

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Olivier Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production

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Olivier Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Resident Production

Shakespeare TheatreMacbeth

Helen Hayes Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production

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Olivier Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production

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winner
Olivier Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Production

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Olivier Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production

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News


CHICAGO SINGS 30 YEARS OF PORCHLIGHT On Sale At Porchlight Music Theatre Tomorrow
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2025

Porchlight Music Theatre has announced its annual fundraising concert celebrating Porchlight's 30th anniversary with Chicago Sings 30 Years of Porchlight, Monday, May 12 at 7 p.m., with a 5:30 p.m. reception, at the House of Blues Chicago.
Eddie Izzard to Bring Shakespeare's HAMLET to A.C.T.'s Strand Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2025

Following a New York run, a box office record-breaking two-week run at the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, and a six-week London run—Tony Award-nominated Eddie Izzard will bring her acclaimed solo performance of Hamlet to San Francisco! Learn more.
Capital Arts Theater Guild To Present WHAT WE LEAVE BEHIND
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2025

Capital Arts Theater Guild will present its inaugural installment of their new national musical development program, the National Music Theater Foundry. Taking place on January 24 & 25, 2025, at the Theatre Raleigh Arts Center's TR STUDIO.
Interview: Josh Glacken And Robbie Harrison of MURDER FOR TWO at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Jan 15, 2025

This hilarious musical whodunit features just two actors who sing and play the piano on stage as Marcus, the detective, attempts to solve the mystery with the “help” of The Suspects. Actors Josh Glacken and Robbie Harrison share their experience with this zany show.
John Douglas Thompson To Be Honored At Red Bull Theater Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

Red Bull Theater has announced that John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit.
Video: Watch Joy Woods Sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' at MCC MISCAST
by Michael Major - Jan 13, 2025

Watch Joy Woods sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' from My Fair Lady at MCC Theater's MISCAST in 2023. See a video of the Gypsy star perform the classic musical theatre song now!
THE FEMALE GAYS: CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF QUEER WOMEN Announced At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

54 BELOW will present The Female Gays: Celebrating the Music of Queer  Women on Friday, January 24 at 9:30pm. This evening will consist of music written by and for queer women.
Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2024

GYPSY is coming back to Broadway, starring Audra McDonald! The production begins previews at Broadway’s newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Meet the cast of GYPSY here!
Remy Bumppo Reveals 2024 Associate Artists
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2024

Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, launching its 2024 - 2025 season with Dear Elizabeth, October 17 - November 17, at Theater Wit, has announced its slate of new Associate Artists.
Video: Watch a Preview of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at South Coast Repertory
by Michael Major - Oct 4, 2024

Watch a first look at Little Shop of Horrors at South Coast Repertory! The new video montage features a look at various scenes and musical numbers from the production, set to the title song and 'Suddenly Seymour' sung by the cast. Watch the video of the new production now!
Photos: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at South Coast Repertory
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 28, 2024

South Coast Repertory opens its 2024-25 season with the musical creature feature Little Shop of Horrors, Directed by Jenn Thompson, the cult classic runs through Oct. 20 on the Segerstrom Stage. Check out photos here!
Joy Woods, Jordan Tyson & More Join Audra McDonald in GYPSY
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 24, 2024

Joining Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald and Tony Award Winner Danny Burstein in GYPSY are Joy Woods as “Louise,” Jordan Tyson as “June,” Olivier Award winner Lesli Margherita as “Tessie Tura,” Lili Thomas as “Miss Mazeppa,” and Mylinda Hull as “Miss Electra.”
South Coast Repertory Opens 2024-25 Season With LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2024

South Coast Repertory announced its 2024-25 season opener, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running from Sept. 21 to Oct. 19 on the Segerstrom Stage. Directed by Jenn Thompson, this marks the show's SCR debut.
Cast Set for THE STRANGER by Agatha Christie at Peninsula Players Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2024

Peninsula Players Theatre has revealed the cast of “The Stranger” by Agatha Christie. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Cast And Creatives Announced for LEOPOLDSTADT At The Huntington
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2024

The new production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA is set to open on Broadway this fall, featuring a fresh cast and innovative stage design. Get a sneak peek of what to expect from this iconic show.
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble to Launch 2024-2025 Season with THE OUTSIDER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2024

Buffalo Theatre Ensemble will launch its 2024-2025 season with “The Outsider” by Paul Slade Smith. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Jill A. Anderson the NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR at Children's Theatre Company
by Jared Fessler - Aug 13, 2024

Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) has named Jill A. Anderson to be its new Managing Director. Anderson will assumed the role early summer 2024. She succeeds Kimberly Motes, who departed in October 2023 to become Executive Director of Chicago Shakespeare Theatre.
Go To Productions Hosts The 2024 Go To New Play Fest: An Inaugural Celebration Of Original Works
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2024

Go To Productions has announced the launch of its inaugural 2024 Go To New Play Fest, a dynamic showcase featuring seven short plays by acclaimed playwrights Darren Canady, Stuart Day, and Douglas Post.
Cast Set For PRINCESS ESSEX at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2024

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Princess Essex, directed by Robin Belfield (Twelfth Night, RSC), written by and starring Anne Odeke (A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Globe).
BTE Opens Season With Rapid-Fire Political Comedy THE OUTSIDER By Paul Slade Smith
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024

BTE kicks off its season with THE OUTSIDER, a fast-paced political comedy by Paul Slade Smith, running from September 5 to October 6.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Chicago Shakespeare Theatre been nominated for?

Outstanding Ensemble, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Company Candide, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Cyrano, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Pericles, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Richard III, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Little Foxes, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Don Carlos, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for King John, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Peer Gynt, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry VI, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Volpone, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry V, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry IV, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Mother Courage and Her Children, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Richard II, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Hamlet, Outstanding Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Richard III, Outstanding Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Merry Wives of Windsor, Outstanding Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Beggar's Opera, Outstanding Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Twelfth Night, Outstanding Director, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Lead Actress , Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Costume Design, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for Macbeth, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for , Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for , Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for and Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for .

What awards has Chicago Shakespeare Theatre won?

Chicago Shakespeare Theatre has won the following awards: Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Cyrano, Outstanding Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Hamlet, Outstanding Director, Resident Production (Olivier Awards), Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Olivier Awards), Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Production (Olivier Awards), and Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production (Olivier Awards).

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