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Chicago's Premier
Commedia dell'Arte Theatre

Upcoming Events

New Work Festival 2025​

​February 11, 18, & 25 at 7:00pm

​Three Original Comedies

 

 

Laughing Stock Theatre is excited to present three brand new Commedia plays, written by Chicago playwrights.

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This staged reading series will explore three different takes on the timeless style of "Commedia dell'Arte". 

 

Whether you're interested in short-form stories, a classic 3-Act structure, or a more modern take on the genre, these plays are sure to make you laugh!

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LST is thrilled to present this festival with the support of the Italian Cultural Institute of Chicago. All performances will take place at the Institute's performance space at 500 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 1450, Chicago, IL 60611.​

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We are always touring throughout Chicagoland with educational workshops, lectures, and performances. If you want us to visit your area, let us know by reaching out!

There’s something comforting and satisfying about Commedia that I love, especially the way Laughing Stock performs it.

It’s always a wonderful time.

A great company truly dedicated to Commedia dell'Arte. Laughing Stock Theatre makes a classic comedy style come alive.

Streaming

Your screen, your time, your laughs!

Announcing our brand new streaming service. Shows will upload some time after we manage to film them. The Masquerade; Or, Love is Queer to Stay is already live!

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Commedia dell'Arte
for the 21st Century

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Show Your Support

Wear It or Give It!

The majority of our programming is Pay-What-You-Can, which means we rely on additional support through your contributions to make our shows the best they can be and continue offering them at the low price of whatever audience members can afford. Eventually we want to make our education programming Pay-What-You-Can as well.

 

Support us by gifting at:

Paypal​

 

Additionally, we have merchandise available at Spreadshop.

Discounts occur frequently

Our Mission

Making Commedia dell'Arte Accessible

Laughing Stock Theatre creates and performs substantive, high-quality Commedia dell’Arte that spectacularizes the mundane and delights our audiences

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Contact Us

Want us to teach a workshop? Looking for more info about our upcoming events? Get in touch with us today!

Chicago, IL United States

‪(312) 291-1457‬

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