Theatre That Connects. Stories That Matter.
Griffin Theatre Company produces emotionally honest, socially relevant, and entertaining plays that invite audiences to think deeply and feel fully. Our work spans two distinct but connected stages: intimate, story-driven productions for Chicago theatregoers, and nationally touring plays for student audiences, performed in professional theatres across the country.
We believe good theatre respects its audience—at any age.
Chicago Productions
Uncommon Stories, Told with Passion
Griffin’s Chicago productions bring overlooked and lesser-known plays to the stage—stories that explore complex human experiences with warmth, intelligence, and depth. We don’t produce what everyone else is doing. We seek out what’s worth doing. Whether rediscovering a lost classic, creating a new adaptation, or debuting a world or midwest premiere, our work is intimate, emotionally resonant, and unmistakably Griffin.
Touring for Student Audiences
Theatre That Speaks to Young People—Without Talking Down
For over three decades, Griffin has created original plays that engage elementary, middle, and high school students across the country. These shows—performed by professional actors in regional theatres—tackle timely themes like immigration, censorship, and American history with honesty, heart, and nuance. We believe young audiences deserve the same level of artistry and respect as any other—and our touring productions are built to deliver exactly that.
“The Griffin Theatre Company, which has been presenting stellar work since 1988, epitomizes the art and ethos of Chicago theater.”
—Chicago Sun Times