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This Fall: THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS

This Fall, Court will be staging THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS, a one-of-a-kind theatrical event that breathes new life into a classic myth with a score of powerful gospel music.

Critics agree: THE ADVENTURES OF AUGIE MARCH is a journey worth taking!

Critics highly recommend this epic world premiere from Pulitzer Prize-winner David Auburn.

Casting An Epic: How Court Theatre Assembled An Ensemble of 13 Actors for The Adventures of Augie March

Casting an epic play like THE ADVENTURES OF AUGIE MARCH was a huge task that called on the collaborative efforts of the play’s director, playwright, and casting director.

In Conversation: Playwright David Auburn and Director Charles Newell

Charles Newell, director of THE ADVENTURES OF AUGIE MARCH, sat down with Pulitzer Prize-winner David Auburn to discuss what drew him to Saul Bellow’s novel.

Court Theatre Honored With Three Jeff Awards at 50th Ceremony

Court Theatre is excited to announce that we were honored with three awards from Monday night’s 50th Annual Joseph Jefferson Awards. Two actors from productions during our 2017/18 Season were honored, with Court also receiving a special Jeff Award for our commitment to the Chicago theater community for over 50 years!