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A New Brain
Music and Lyrics by William Finn
Book by William Finn and James Lapine
August 25-September 14
The story follows composer Gordon Schwinn, who collapses from a brain malformation while working on a children's TV show. He faces mortality, grapples with his creative ambitions, and confronts the surreal world of his hospital stay, including hallucinations of a frog character from his show. The musical explores themes of importance of time, life, love, and the healing power of art.
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Rapornzel
by Tom Whalley
November 21-December 14
Rapornzel is an adult “hairy” tale pantomime based on Rapunzel.
Many years ago, the King and Queen of a far-off kingdom were blessed with a baby girl who had long, magical downstairs hair. One day, the jealous witch Mother F**ker kidnapped the child and locked her in a tower, selfishly hoarding her merkin magic for herself. With the help of local hairdresser Dame Fanny Pigtail, her thick-as-s**t son Pascal, the dashing Prince Ride-her, and the Hairy Fairy—will Rapornzel ever come out?
Constellations
by Nick Payne
February 6- March 1
Nick Payne's acclaimed drama, exploring love and the multiverse through nonlinear storytelling, will be staged with two alternating same-sex casts—one male-male, one female-female—expanding on the 2021 London revival's inclusive reinterpretation of the piece.
windows
by Matt Schutz
⭐️ Winner of the Queery New Works Festival
April 17-May 10
windows follows the story of Olivia, a former soccer player still recovering from a career ending injury. Her girlfriend, Natalie, is stuck in a job she's not passionate about, caught between finding her own happiness and caring for Olivia. Meanwhile, Natalie's roommate Clay is trying to take the next steps in his life, towards a new job promotion, away from a past relationship, and into his own power. As all three maneuver through the ever present reality of Olivia's injury, they find escape however they can.
Your support makes the magic happen
With our exciting move to Center on Halsted, we’re building a bold new chapter for PrideArts—and we can’t do it without you. While ticket sales remain vital, we’re committed to keeping theater accessible by holding prices steady. That’s where you come in.
When you donate, you help us bring powerful queer stories to life—on stage and in the community. Whether it’s an individual gift, a company match, or a sponsorship, your contribution fuels creativity, connection, and change.
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Let’s create something unforgettable—together.