The Tony-winning Theater Takes On Shakespeare's Beloved Romantic Comedy

The Regional Theater Tony winning venue reunites with director Selina Cadell (Hamlet) for a new staging of Shakespeare's biting romantic comedy, coming to Chicago this holiday season! Packed with passion, twists, and witty humor, Much Ado About Nothing has been thrilling and delighting audiences for over 400 years. Chicago Shakespeare Theater's new production will be sure to deliver on the joy and the drama!

What Is The Story?

Benedick and Beatrice are perfect for each other. The trouble is, they're both too stubborn to admit it. As their friends conspire to trick the pair into confessing their true feelings, Bendick's young companion Claudio falls head over heels for Beatrice's cousin, Hero. However, the malevolent Don John is out to wreak havoc on the young lovers. What follows is a wild spiral of deception, mistaken identities, and ferociously sharp insults. Much Ado About Nothing is one of Shakespeare's most loved plays and explores gender dynamics far ahead of its time.