In the heart of a 19th century English country estate awash in secret desires, illicit affairs and professional rivalries, a brilliant young student proposes an earthshaking scientific theory. Two hundred years later, academic adversaries Hannah and Bernard race to unravel the enticing mysteries left behind in a heated battle for intellectual and sexual dominance.
Part detective story and part comedy of manners, Tom Stoppard's elegant, time-jumping masterpiece forges a complex comedy of wit, romance, poetry, sex and scientific theory, introducing characters whose lives and passions intersect across the centuries.
Matinees Saturdays 3:00pm Sundays 2:00pm select Wednesdays at 3:00pm
This is a reserved seat venue. Doors to the performance space will open approximately 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the performance.
Latecomers and patrons who exit during the performance will be re-seated at the discretion of the House Manager.
For performances listed as “Sold Out,”contact the Box Office for more information about our standby and wait lists as well as for assistance locating currently available dates and times.
"The best regional drama company in America now has a home worthy of its shows—and is putting on a show worthy of its new home." The Wall Street Journal
“A masterpiece. Writers Theatre has called in the A team of Chicago actors.” Chicago Tribune
“Highly recommended! A dazzling showcase for some of Writers’ most beloved performers.” Chicago Sun-Times
“*****! Dazzling! The ideal production of what might be Stoppard's best play.” Time Out Chicago
Join us after every Wednesday evening performance (excluding previews) for a 15-minute talk-back featuring actors from the production, facilitated by a member of the WT Artistic Team.
Post-Show Conversation: The Word
Join us after every Tuesday evening performance (excluding previews) for a 15-minute discussion of the play, facilitated by a member of the WT Artistic Team.
Living Program Notes: Arcadia
Join us at 6:45pm for the Tuesday through Friday performances of Arcadia for a 15-minute discussion designed to provide context for the production.
Sunday Spotlight: Landscape Gardening
Sunday, April 10, 2016 at 5:15pm Join us for a 45-minute conversation in which Cathy Jean Maloney, award-winning author and garden historian, will discuss with WT Literary Manager Bobby Kennedy the styles of landscape architecture depicted in the play, including where to find examples of them in Chicagoland. RSVP is required.
The Making of... Arcadia
Monday, April 18, 2016 at 6:30pm WT Literary Manager Bobby Kennedy will lead a 1-hour conversation and question-and-answer session with actors Scott Parkinson (Bernard Nightingale) and Elizabeth Stenholt (Thomasina Coverly). Scott is a veteran performer at Writers Theatre (Hedda Gabler, Hamlet, Crime & Punishment), while Elizabeth is making her debut in Glencoe. The pair will discuss their acting careers, how they rehearsed this incredibly sophisticated play, and what it is like to perform in the inaugural production in the new Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols Theatre. RSVP is required.