Daring Theatrical Exploration

Experience the magic of circus theatre.

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Upcoming Shows

Show is recommended for ages 5+

  • Spring Youth Circus: The Prince and the Rose

    Saturday, May 17th
    4:00pm & 7:00pm

    Sunday, May 18th
    3:00pm

    A young prince is content tending to his planet alone, until he meets a beautiful rose who challenges his worldview. He leaves his planet in a whirlwind of emotions, and sets off on a journey that takes him across countless planets, including Earth. Throughout his travels, he meets Grown-Ups, a snake, a fox, and many more folks who show him the purpose of connection and friendship, even if the bonds he makes won't last forever. Join us for a heartwarming story of companionship, told through daring circus acts and stunning physical theater!

  • ProTraining Class of 2025 Showcase

    Saturday, May 24th
    4:00pm & 7:00pm

    Sunday, May 25th
    3:00pm

    Join us for the end of the year Pro Training Program Showcase for the Class of 2025! These 11 students have been working diligently for the past 9 months to build their skills in acrobatics, clown, dance, tumbling, and more. Our past graduates have worked with Chicagoland theatres such as Lookingglass, Goodman, Steppenwolf, and more. Come check out what these amazing students have been working on!

Quotation marks

Everyone should see something at the Actors Gymnasium at least once. If only to remember the fluttery feeling of joy in your heart that only circus can invoke.

— Emma Couling, Newcity Stage

 

Plan Your Visit

  • There is limited metered parking in the Noyes Cultural Center Parking lot. Please leave extra time for locating parking, as other events in the building can make parking more difficult. Parking in the lot (permit & metered spots) is free after 6PM. There is additional free parking on Ridge Street and and in the Civic Center Parking lot (approximately 2 blocks away). There is metered parking on Noyes Street.

    We recommend taking public transit, if possible – we are steps from the Noyes Street Purple Line stop of the CTA.

  • Yes! Click here to learn more if you’re planning to attend with a group of 10 or more.

  • Our space has six rows of seats. Rows A and AA (when available) are on the same level on the ground floor. Rows B-E on risers. Row E is bench style seating. Seats A 1 & 2, A 15 & 16 are our handicap accessible seats. All seats (A 1, 2, 15, 16) are able to be moved if necessary to accommodate wheelchair access.

  • Late seating for all productions will be at the discretion of the House Manager and will only be allowed at a time that is safe and appropriate for all audience members and performers. Please be advised that if you arrive late, you may be unable to sit in your ticketed seats or denied entry.

  • Photography and Video is prohibited unless with written permission. Please turn off phones before entering the venue.

  • All sales are final. In the event of a cancellation for which there is no rescheduled date, a refund for your may be issued at the option of the management.

Still have questions? We're here to help! Please feel free to email us at hello@actorsgymnasium.org.