Located in Chicago's Loop theater district at 170 North Dearborn, the Goodman Theatre offers you an immersive, top-tier theatrical experience. As the city's oldest active nonprofit theater organization, this regional institution has been delivering compelling performances since its founding in 1925 as a tribute to playwright Kenneth Sawyer Goodman. Part of the theater complex occupies the historic, landmark Harris and Selwyn Theaters property, bringing rich history directly into your visit.
When you step inside this Regional Theatre Tony Award-winning venue, you will discover two fully modern auditoriums: the Albert and the Owen. Theater lovers will appreciate the Goodman's legacy of groundbreaking world premieres, including David Mamet’s American Buffalo, August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean, and Arthur Miller’s final play, Finishing the Picture. Over the decades, the institution has nurtured world-class talents like Karl Malden, Geraldine Page, and Joe Mantegna, while showcasing works by Eugene O'Neill, Bernard Shaw, and Tennessee Williams.
Whether you are catching a revival or a brand-new production directed by visionary leaders like Susan V. Booth, visiting the Goodman Theatre lets you experience the absolute pinnacle of Chicago's renowned performing arts scene inside a state-of-the-art facility.
What to see at Goodman Theatre
- Chicago's oldest active nonprofit theater organization, founded in 1925
- Modern venue featuring two auditoriums: the Albert and the Owen
- Complex that incorporates the landmark Harris and Selwyn Theaters property
- Recipient of the prestigious 1992 Regional Theatre Tony Award
Visiting tips
Catch a performance inside the Albert or Owen auditorium at 170 North Dearborn to experience Chicago's premier professional theater.
How long: 2-3 hours · Best time: Showtimes
How to get there & what’s nearby
Goodman Theatre is easy to reach on Chicago’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Buckingham Fountain and Chicago Theatre. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Chicago travel guide.
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