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Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier

800 E. Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 (Near North Side)
312 595 5600
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Ranked #5 of 332 attractions in Chicago
Type: Theaters, Performances
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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013 NEW

We saw Shakespeare's Henry VIII and it was beautifully acted with simple but elegant staging. The theatre is intimate and is designed to mimic the inside of the old Globe theatre in London. This is a first class Shakespeare experience.

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Tel Aviv, Israel
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

Got some cheap tickets to their modern rendition of Othello. It was amazing. High energy, funny, and well performed, it put Shakespeare into a new perspective. Chapeau!

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Darien, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

As Shakespeare subscribers we are never disappointed. Performances of all Shakespearian works are done skillfully and beautifully. And, so easy to access the theater: discount on parking; parking right near the door to the theater.Tickets need changing? No problem; just ask.

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

We saw "Othello - Remix" and loved the production held in the smaller of the two theatres in the building which provided a close and intimate view of the actors and stage. Seating surrounds the stage on 3 sides and recommend the seats facing the stage and avoid the sides as the focus of the stage action is primarily forward.... More

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CHICAGO
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

So its not Stratford on Avon. The Shakespeare Theater is close to perfect. Every seat has a wonderful view. The actors are some of the best in Chicago. Barbara Gaines is a treasure.

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Grand Cayman
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

Pluses: dynamic, amusing, hip-hop take on "Othello" by exciting group of performers. Would have loved to buy CD to accompany this show to share with interested teens. Minuses: really, really difficult to find the theatre. I took a taxi which dropped me off near the entrance but due to poor signage, I ended up lapping the Pier once before finally... More

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

Attended the Othello Remix on 4/13/13. The first section of my review will be a review on the facility and the second will be the show. Facility: I’m unsure if the theater has multiple stages, but the one for this specific play was on the 4th floor of the building and was accessible by stairs and elevator. We got there... More

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Chicago
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

Our family of 4 teenagers (and one friend) saw Othello the Remix last week. Although I do not listen to rap music (ever), I wanted to take our kids to see something they might love. And even though they are not big rap music fans, they absolutely loved the show. It's definitely mature material, but certainly fine for teens. My... More

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Philadelphia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2013

Great production. A very first class theatre to visit. On Navy Pier which is also fun. I encourage you to attend.

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Pir8targh
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013

Think Grandmaster Flash. This is a 5-member cast that performs a modern-day version of Othello, and, by perform, I mean raps the entire time. Don't worry if you don't know the story - you'll get it. This is by far one of the best performances I have ever seen, and I travel yearly to NYC to catch the latest Broadway... More

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