Chicago Broadway Shows in May 2027

Browse Broadway shows, musicals, plays, venues, schedules, and tickets in May 2027.

Updated: July 29, 2026

Find Broadway shows in Chicago and nearby areas during May 2027. Explore touring Broadway productions, musicals, plays, theatre performances, venues, schedules, dates, and ticket options for family shows, seasonal productions, award-winning musicals, and live stage entertainment.

22
Upcoming Shows
May 1
Next Show
$47
Lowest Price
$185
Average Price
Next Broadway Show:
Reunion in Bartersville
May 1 · 2:00 PM · Chicago, IL
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Updated Daily • Upcoming Shows: 22
  • May
    01
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Reunion in Bartersville
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    location60611, 800 East Grand Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $153Avg. price ~ $18510 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    01
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Reunion in Bartersville
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    location60611, 800 East Grand Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $140Avg. price ~ $17326 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    01
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Disillusioned
    City Lit Theater Company
    City Lit Theater Company
    location60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $47Avg. price ~ $546 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    02
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Reunion in Bartersville
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    location60611, 800 East Grand Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $153Avg. price ~ $1828 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    02
    2027
    3:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Disillusioned
    City Lit Theater Company
    City Lit Theater Company
    location60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $47Avg. price ~ $546 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    04
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Reunion in Bartersville
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    location60611, 800 East Grand Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $132Avg. price ~ $1578 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    05
    2027
    1:00 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Reunion in Bartersville
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    location60611, 800 East Grand Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $135Avg. price ~ $1652 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    05
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Reunion in Bartersville
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    location60611, 800 East Grand Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $132Avg. price ~ $15910 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    06
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Reunion in Bartersville
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    location60611, 800 East Grand Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $132Avg. price ~ $1578 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    07
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Reunion in Bartersville
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    location60611, 800 East Grand Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $140Avg. price ~ $17326 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    07
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Best Value
    Disillusioned
    City Lit Theater Company
    City Lit Theater Company
    location60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $47Avg. price ~ $546 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    08
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Reunion in Bartersville
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    location60611, 800 East Grand Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $153Avg. price ~ $1846 tickets remaining!
    View Tickets
  • May
    08
    2027
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Reunion in Bartersville
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    location60611, 800 East Grand Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $153Avg. price ~ $1846 tickets remaining!
    View Tickets
  • May
    09
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Reunion in Bartersville
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
    location60611, 800 East Grand Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $153Avg. price ~ $1846 tickets remaining!
    View Tickets
  • May
    09
    2027
    3:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Disillusioned
    City Lit Theater Company
    City Lit Theater Company
    location60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $57Avg. price ~ $656 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    14
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Disillusioned
    City Lit Theater Company
    City Lit Theater Company
    location60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $57Avg. price ~ $656 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    15
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Disillusioned
    City Lit Theater Company
    City Lit Theater Company
    location60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $57Avg. price ~ $656 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    16
    2027
    3:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Disillusioned
    City Lit Theater Company
    City Lit Theater Company
    location60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $57Avg. price ~ $656 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    21
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Disillusioned
    City Lit Theater Company
    City Lit Theater Company
    location60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $57Avg. price ~ $656 tickets remaining!
    View Tickets
  • May
    22
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Disillusioned
    City Lit Theater Company
    City Lit Theater Company
    location60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $57Avg. price ~ $656 tickets remaining!
    View Tickets
  • May
    28
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Disillusioned
    City Lit Theater Company
    City Lit Theater Company
    location60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $57Avg. price ~ $656 tickets remaining!
    View Tickets
  • May
    30
    2027
    3:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Disillusioned
    City Lit Theater Company
    City Lit Theater Company
    location60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60660, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $57Avg. price ~ $656 tickets remaining!
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All Broadway Shows in May 2027

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About Broadway Shows in Chicago

May 2027 features Broadway shows, musicals, plays, family theatre productions, and live stage performances throughout Chicago and nearby areas. Browse touring Broadway productions, award-winning musicals, seasonal performances, and popular theatre events scheduled throughout the month.

Broadway Theatre in Chicago

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Broadway Shows FAQ – May 2027

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Broadway Venues in Chicago

Broadway performances take place at major theatres, performing arts centers, and entertainment venues throughout Chicago.
1700 Theater at Steppenwolf Theatre - Chicago
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 6
Next Show: Aug 09, 2026
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Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 67
Next Show: Jul 31, 2026
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Arie Crown Theater
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 2
Next Show: Nov 21, 2026
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Auditorium Theatre - IL
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 5
Next Show: Jul 30, 2026
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Beverly Arts Center
Chicago, IL
Arena
Upcoming Shows: 4
Next Show: Aug 27, 2026
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Black Ensemble Theater
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 49
Next Show: Sep 05, 2026
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Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 64
Next Show: Sep 08, 2026
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Cadillac Palace
Chicago, IL
Theater
Upcoming Shows: 29
Next Show: Aug 04, 2026
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CIBC Theatre
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 73
Next Show: Sep 29, 2026
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City Lit Theater Company
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 74
Next Show: Aug 22, 2026
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Downstairs Theatre At Steppenwolf Theatre - Chicago
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 10
Next Show: Sep 18, 2026
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George Van Dusen Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts
Skokie, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 29
Next Show: Aug 13, 2026
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Heath Mainstage At The Den Theatre
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 22
Next Show: Jul 30, 2026
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Lyric Opera House - IL
Chicago, IL
Cultural Venue
Upcoming Shows: 19
Next Show: Jun 04, 2027
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Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 61
Next Show: Aug 04, 2026
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North Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts
Skokie, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 25
Next Show: Sep 03, 2026
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Paradiso at Athenaeum Theatre - IL
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 20
Next Show: Dec 11, 2026
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Studebaker Theater
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 8
Next Show: Nov 11, 2026
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The Gift Theatre
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 16
Next Show: Aug 06, 2026
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The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 43
Next Show: Sep 17, 2026
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Broadway By Month

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January
Shows in January 2027
122 Upcoming Shows
February
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100 Upcoming Shows
March
Shows in March 2027
61 Upcoming Shows
April
Shows in April 2027
109 Upcoming Shows
May
Shows in May 2027
74 Upcoming Shows
June
Shows in June 2027
67 Upcoming Shows
July
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Shows in July 2026
73 Upcoming Shows
August
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729 Upcoming Shows
September
Shows in September 2026
655 Upcoming Shows
October
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646 Upcoming Shows
November
Shows in November 2026
393 Upcoming Shows
December
Shows in December 2026
327 Upcoming Shows