Steppenwolf Theatre Company Review

Small theater in Chicago with a fantastic national reputation. We saw Lindiwe here, featuring Ladysmith Black Mambazo. The music was wonderful.

Purchasing tickets was easy and efficient.

The theater had great sound, and our front row seats meant that we didn't miss a thing. I would definitely attend another production here, especially if music as good as this play's is a part of the program.

The parking structure does not appear to be very sound, and is NOT handicapped accessible. They may be replacing it. It's certainly time!

Steppen wolf is always a great experience for me and I truly enjoy every show I've attended.

Chicago cultural institution. Looking forward to seeing it post-renovation!

Love the challenging work of the Steppenwolf and the gorgeous new Front Bar. Non-gendered bathrooms and a small food menu plus cocktails and wine and beer make this a great space. Warm, cozy, and cool.

I loved the play, Tribes! It was fantastically done here! It is not an enormously large theatre but a cozy, medium sized theatre which takes a large area of the block. The people are wonderfully helpful...They also had staff who knew sign language which i really appreciated. I suggest you get there early when you have your tickets since they had given mine away and we werent really late, which I was annoyed by because our seats were really excellent placed with a great view of the caption box.

Great theatre, reasonable ticket prices. Of the three plays i have seen there, two were amazing plays and the other was good. Right off the red line, so super easy to go to.

The show was Dance Nation and was awesome. It was in a "theater in the round" type set up on the top floor. The whole production was amazing. Super powerful story and acting and funny. Theater staff were welcoming and helpful. And after there was a great discussion. I hope this play gets a long life with many people seeing it!

Steppenwolf lives up to the hype. Their shows are truly phenomenal and their ensemble is filled with brilliant actors,directors and other artistic types. I will definitely be going back.

Best working Theatre in Chicago! Finest curated play selections. Consistently outstanding performances. New front bar is a wonderful addition.

Love this Theater! It was here that I saw my love for live plays grow so much but my real love for this place is that I have met the actors who have gone on to star in so many movies.

I've loved every play I've seen here. Steppenwolf is probably one of the few reasons that would bring me back to Chicago.

I love the small theater. I makes for an intimate setting. Same the man in the m*fer hat with Jimmy Smitts. It was a great play. I check on a regular basis to see what plays are next. I recommend this theater.

Steppenwolf has a mystique around it and is generally a great time. They pick the right shows for the current cultural moment, and even when, for example, a Tracey Letts play hits the wrong notes, the heart of the institution is in the right place. Newly renovated bar/coffee shop is a beautiful new gem. So easy to get to from the red line. Great area and vibe for some great theater.

my kids and i love this movie theater!
it is a great place to have good quality time and family and friends.

A true Chicago gem. Chicago is a theatre town and this is the definition of Chicago Theatre. With the amazingly talented ensemble and innovative and new work, you are sure to have an experience at this theatre. Also, you never know who you might see on stage....a movie star or two have been known to grace this stage.

Ground-breaking theater company takes risks and delivers. Wonderful theater spaces with no bad seats. Well-and un-known actors will change your ideas about what's possible in theater, or make you a theater person is you're not one. I've been a subscriber for almost 30 years. Tons of memories and zero regrets.

The Steppenwolf is still my favorite theater in Chicago. They host great plays with terrific home town talent. I don't always love every play but that is the nature of theater. As a place to sit and watch a 3 hour play, it is very comfortable.

An avid theater-goer, this is one of my favorite stomping grounds. And I'm literally about an hour away.
Still, so worth the trip. They consistently bring to life the most
thought-provoking, if not entertaining, productions. The scripts (and they are diverse, rich & unfailing discerning about putting on the work of the FINEST & complex playwrights, both new & old) are compelling, colorful narratives---thankfully, placed into the hands of some of the top actors in our fine city, so nary do they have a miss. I can't wait to continue to see what they do next. And yes, sadly, I will once again sit in HORRIBLE traffic to get there, just the cost of heading to the North side of the city where, fortunately, MAGIC awaits me. Yes, often enough it's such a hassle to get around to the north side of the city from the south 'suburbs that I get distressed on the drives.... but afterward, there's never any residual thought in my mind that it might not be worth it. Just know... of course it is! Open yourself up, make that effort (if FAR like me), you will not be disappointed. oh and Yes, culture matters! I tell everyone as often as I can & it's true (probably coining Chris Jones!).....Chicago literally has the BEST small storefront theater scene than in all the country (well OK....this isn't "storefront" but be very aware, those are often hidden gems, as well). Don't miss out!! Your mind can & is often transformed by GREAT theater if you allow yourself to experience it ---often & FULLY!

Great place for theatre. You can have a cocktail or coffee on site beforehand.

Only been here once so far, but its a great Chicago theater, usually has great plays and I d Highly recommend going to see a play!

Great atmosphere, very contemporary feel. I was here for the play Straight White Men. It was a great play. The actors were very good. The staff is friendly and helpful. There is a bar serving hot, non-alcoholic drinks, wine and beer. Not expensive.

25 year subscriber
Great theatre

Best cutting edge theatre company in Chicago. The ensemble list is a who's who of the most aclamed actors in the business. On top of that, the actual theatres offer top notch experiences for the audience.

Intimate theater. Have been a subscriber since 1990. Will never give it up. Always entertaining. The have a parking lot for $12 or I think $13 if you stay around the area for dinner.

Well, you know, I really like this place...but, you know, that's just me.

Nope. No it isn't.
It's everyone.

One in a sea of faces,
K

One of the best venues in Chicago. Groundbreaking concepts and performances.

Saw BUG and the performance was great! The volunteer staff were a little rude but the play was amazing. Great ensemble!

Steppenwolf is the top theater in Chicago for plays. Its always thought provoking. I've been a subscriber for years!

Great neighborhood with lots of food nearby, And soon a new theater to enjoy as well!

Fantastic space in a really lively area! The productions done here are always so inventive, thoughtful and engaging. I don't get here often but when I do, it's such a great treat! Just finished seeing A Dolls house part 2. Enjoyed it immensely! Get here when you can.

Great people great play Thank You From all the Veterans from great lakes

best theatre in the city. am always blown away. love that you can get drinks at intermission and bring them into the theatre.

Quality productions of new and old favorites. Multiple theaters in a bustling neighborhood.

I came to see The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time and was not disappointed to say the least. The moment I steeped into the theatre I was mesmerized by the contemporary insides and the atmospheric lighting. The performance was nothing short of fantastic with incredible acting although I did find the final questions segment just a bit cringeworthy.

Loved the intimate setting, bar in the front. Did not love the hard seats. Great plays all the time

My husband and I love going to this theatre. It is one of our favorites in Chicago. We like to get the red card, which is $100 for 6 tickets to any show. I highly recommend going to a show here, you will not be disappointed!

A must go to if you are in Chicago. I like the box seats since you get more room and it's the same price. Drinks aren't too expensive and the bar area is excellent!

The facility is great. Easy to get around, nice bar and eating area. The ticket box attendees were nice and thorough. The play was odd. I felt nothing most of the time for the characters. The vernacular was inappropriate for the time period.

Never a disappointment and we always leave saying, why don't we come here more often?!

First time coming to the Steppenwolf theater. Really liked the location and warmth welcoming feel.

Terrific performances at one of the best theatres around. Comfy seating, great views, and very courteous staff. This place is a real treat to visit.

Was surprized at size of the theater and comfort of seats. We saw a play that was quite interesting. Very good.

What a great place to see a play. Seriously great sets, great actors, and not a bad seat in the house.

Everyone under the age of the 30 should take advantage of the Red Card... I've been to two shows so far and couldn't be more impressed with the talent Steppenwolf continues to get. I highly recommend. Very reasonably priced for what you get.

I love that they offer student discounts. The sets are amazing too! The changes never stop blowing me away~!

There's not a bad seat in the house here, it's a big theater but manages to feel very intimate. They have three spaces, the main floor, the upstairs and the garage -- the garage is more of a black box space, but the other two theaters are modern and well appointed. Clean bright lobby and they also have an extensive bar. They're across the street from some excellent places to each, you really can't go wrong on that stretch of Halsted.

I saw HIR which was an intense play but made me think a lot and challenged some existing beliefs of but in a good way. Excellent acting.

Great play and superb acting. Wonderful entertainment.

Both "Visiting Edna" and "The Christians" have been disappointing.

Come here to be entertained but more importantly to challenge yourself and those around you with these excellent productions.

This theatre is a national treasure. Don't ever pass up a chance to see something here.