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[Beverly, MA (Regional), 2007]
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Chicago Shakespeare Theatre 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

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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

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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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Olivier Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Production

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Olivier Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production

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Undermain Theatre Announces EXIT THE KING And More for 2024-2025 Season


UNDERMAIN has announced its 41st 2024/2025 Season The Season of Identity.

ROCK OF AGES Kicks Off 75th Anniversary Season at The Gateway


The Gateway will kick off its 75th Season with the triumphant return of ROCK OF AGES which will run at The Gateway Playhouse from May 3 – June 2, 2024.

Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Below


Get the latest scoop on the upcoming performances at 54 Below. From Broadway veterans to rising stars, experience the magic of live entertainment this coming month.

Meet the Cast of ILLINOISE, Beginning Performances Today on Broadway


Previews begin tonight, April 24, for Illinoise, the theatrical adaptation of Grammy- and Oscar-nominated Sufjan Stevens’ concept album Illinois. Performances will continue through August 10 at the St. James Theatre. Meet the cast of Illinoise here!

Video: First Look At THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre


Get a first look at Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON's THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson. Check out the all-new video!

Photos: First Look At THE MUSIC MAN At Marriott Theatre


Marriott Theatre is continuing its 2024 season with MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson. See photos from the production!

Interview: Alexandra Silber On Taking On THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre


xWe spoke with Alexandra Silber about starring in Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson.

Photos: First Look at the Cast of THE MUSIC MAN at the Marriott Theatre


Marriott Theatre is continuing its 2024 season with MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN. THE MUSIC MAN began previews April 10, opens Wednesday, April 17 at 7:30 pm and runs through June 2, 2024. Check out photos of the cast here!

Interview: Leda Hoffmann of RIDE THE CYCLONE at Riffe Center Studio One


When she was living in Chicago eight years ago, Leda Hoffmann remembers getting a postcard from the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, encouraging patrons to see RIDE THE CYCLONE.

Jill A. Anderson Named Managing Director of Children's Theatre Company


 Children’s Theatre Company has named Jill A. Anderson to be its new Managing Director. Anderson will assume the post on July 22, 2024.

Meet the Cast of PATRIOTS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway


The Almeida Theatre production of Patriots officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, April 1. Meet the cast of Patriots here!

THE MUSIC MAN Comes to the Marriott Theatre in April


 Marriott Theatre will continue its 2024 season with MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson.

Work by Rachel Bloom, Sara Porkalob & More Set for 2024 Williamstown Theatre Festival Summer Season


The 2024 Williamstown Theatre Festival summer season has revealed its lineup. See the shows being presented and learn how to purchase tickets.

Linda Purl and Diva Jazz Orchestra Bring BIG BAND ROMANCE to Birdland in April


Birdland has announced that singer/actress Linda Purl, joined with internationally, acclaimed DIVA Jazz Orchestra, returns to its historic stage on Monday April 1 at 7pm.

Full Broadway Cast Set For PATRIOTS, Starring Michael Stuhlbarg, Will Keen, and More


The full Broadway cast has been announced for the Almeida Theatre production of Patriots, the new play by Peter Morgan. Learn more about the show and find out who is starring here!

DIAL M FOR MURDER Comes to Asolo Rep Next Month


Asolo Repertory Theatre will present a rendition of the classic thriller, DIAL M FOR MURDER, an intense cat-and-mouse game directed by Céline Rosenthal. 

50th Anniversary Non-Equity Jeff Awards Ceremony Reveals Production Team


At the milestone 50th Anniversary Joseph Jefferson Awards for Non-Equity Theater, more than 100 recognized artists and new emerging faces and voices will be honored. Learn more about the ceremony!

Cast Set For Peninsula Players Theatre's 4000 DAYS


 Peninsula Players Theatre has announced the cast for “4000 Days” by Peter Quilter, its second offering of The Play's The Thing, the theater's winter play reading series. 

Alexandra Billings & More Named to Desert Playwrights' Retreat Advisory Board


The Desert Playwrights' Retreat, established in 2018 as the first writing retreat created solely for LGBTQ playwrights, has named its first Board of Advisors.

Meet the Cast of THE WHO'S TOMMY, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!


The newly reimagined production of The Who’s TOMMY begins Broadway previews tonight, March 8, 2024 at the Nederlander Theatre, with opening night on March 28, 2024. Meet the cast of The Who's Tommy here!

Chicago Shakespeare Theatre FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Chicago Shakespeare Theatre been nominated for?

Chicago Shakespeare Theatre has been nominated for various awards including Outstanding Ensemble, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Company Candide, Outstanding Resident Play for several productions such as Cyrano, Pericles, Richard III, Little Foxes, Don Carlos, King John, Peer Gynt, Henry VI, Volpone, Henry V, Henry IV, Mother Courage and Her Children, Richard II, and Hamlet. They have also been nominated for Outstanding Resident Production for Richard III, Merry Wives of Windsor, and Twelfth Night. Additionally, nominations include Outstanding Director, Lead Actor, Lead Actress, Set Design, Supporting Actor, Costume Design, and Lighting Design for various productions at the Olivier Awards. The theater was also nominated for Outstanding Lighting Design at the Helen Hayes Awards.

What awards has Chicago Shakespeare Theatre won?

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

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