DYNAMIC LOCAL THEATRE The Second City The soul of Chicago can be found on the city’s stages. Our dynamic theatre scene is home to cutting-edge storefronts, Tony Award-winning companies, exciting pre-Broadway debuts, and beyond — making a trip to the theatre an essential part of any visit to Chicago. WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO THE THEATRE INDUSTRY? Broadway In Chicago at CIBC Theatre I grew up in performance and watching performance. When I was younger, we would do Black history plays in church as a way to learn about our culture, our ancestors, and each other. From there, I grew to have a deep love for theatre and the performing arts. I knew I wanted to explore how to share stories on a large scale, not just the performance side but also the administrative side, learning how everything is done and made. We chatted with Marissa Lynn Jones, Executive Director of the League of Chicago Theatres , about can’t-miss theatrical experiences and what makes Chicago’s theatre scene special. 6 choosechicago.com
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