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Upcoming Shows & Events
All the World
By Lauren M. Gunderson
Directed by Jessica Thebus
Playing November 11 – December 20
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NEW HOME IN EVANSTON
After 50 years of productions and nearly 30 years at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, Northlight’s 2026-27 Season will be our first in our very own home in Evanston, the vibrant community where Northlight began in 1974. Owned and operated by Northlight, a theatre of our own in downtown Evanston will strengthen our ability to produce compelling new and existing work, nurture and grow the next generation of theatregoers, expand our civic impact, spark economic development, and serve as a cultural hub for the entire community. The first production at the new Northlight begins on September 9!
NORTHLIGHT NEWS
Our new building is open for business, and Chicago can’t stop buzzing about it! Check out the articles below for an introduction to the New...
Northlight celebrated the ribbon-cutting of our new home at 1012 Church Street on Tuesday, July 28. The ceremony drew city officials, Northlight trustees, staff, donors,...
In preparation for the first show of our 2026/27 season, Artistic Director BJ Jones sat down with playwright Jeffrey Hatcher to discuss all things The...
I asked my predecessor, Russell Vandenbrouke, whose tenure lasted from 1987 to 1998, to recall the journey from Kingsley School to the North Shore Center,...
Amidst the joy of moving into a new office space and preparing to take possession of our new theatre, I’ve been reflecting on what we...
What makes a screwball comedy? The Angel Next Door is a romantic screwball comedy based on Ferenc Molnar’s A Play at the Castle. But what...
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ALL THE WORLD brings the backstage on stage with a scenic design by Jack Magaw! Our team has worked to build a green room space that is recognizable to anyone who has haunted the backstage spaces of a theatre. Complete with eclectic furniture pieces and lightbulb-lined dressing room mirrors, ALL THE WORLD gives audiences a peek at what theatre looks like behind the scenes. Grab your tickets to see it in person. Performances start today!
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You can`t put the magic of live theatre into a box, but you can share it with someone you love this holiday season. Our convenient digital gift vouchers allow you to:
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Ryan Hallahan is Jake in ALL THE WORLD! Developing a new play in the rehearsal room is a unique experience, and our team has had such a joyful time bringing it to life. We can`t wait to share it with you starting next week!
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Planning to join us for the rest of our season? It’s not too late to subscribe! We’re offering four-play traditional packages and Flex Pass packages that let you see the season your way. Learn more on our website, or give the box office a call at 847.563.8400 to save your seats today!
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ALL THE WORLD is truly a love letter to theatre and the arts, and there are plenty of references to theatre classics hidden in our scenes. Will you catch them all when you see the show? Did we include your favorite playwright? Grab your tickets and come see for yourself! Previews start November 11!
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This dream team can`t wait to bring you ALL THE WORLD 🌏, a brand-new romcom by Lauren M. Gunderson. Director Jessica Thebus and actors Alejandra Escalante and Ryan Hallahan are hard at work in rehearsals, bringing it to life just in time for the holiday season🎄. Grab your 🎟️ today!
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HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES kicked off its Broadway run this week! This hard-hitting piece of documentary theatre will be playing in New York until January, but why fly to the Big Apple when you can see our production of the show in April 2027? We can’t wait to bring this story to the people of Chicago!
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Fall in love with theatre this holiday season and grab your tickets to ALL THE WORLD! Our brand-new romantic comedy will have your heart all a-flutter. Pair it with dinner for two at The Barn Steakhouse or drinks at The Addled Bunny, and you’ve got yourself the perfect date night.
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It may be a brand new theatre, but it`s already got ghosts! Happy Hallo-weekend from all of us at Northlight.
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Northlight is no stranger to world premiere productions written by Lauren M. Gunderson! ALL THE WORLD continues our tradition of bringing you heartwarming stories and uplifting romances. The Christmas at Pemberley series, co-written by Margot Melcon, has touched the hearts of many Northlight audiences over the years! We can`t wait to see you at the theatre next month so we can make your holiday season all the merrier!
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Join us for a night of music celebrating Northlight Theatre’s unique legacy and bright future!
Enjoy appetizers, drinks, and a program curated by the exuberant Rob Lindley and featuring some of Northlight’s favorite familiar faces performing songs from productions past and future. THIS IS NORTHLIGHT is a concert benefiting our Every Evanston Student initiative, a program in partnership with District 65 that seeks to provide Evanston students the opportunity to enjoy the magic of live theatre. Tickets on sale now!
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