Event Description:                         

Members will enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at this stunning venue before settling in for a captivating theatre performance.  

Learn about the theatre’s history and operations with Executive Director, Kathryn M. Lipuma.  Following a Q&A session, we will transition to the theatre to view the performance of "As You Like It" directed by Writers Theatre Artistic Director Braden Abraham.

The Chicago Tribune stated, Writers Theatre is "such is the astonishing level of intimacy here." This regional theatre located on the Northshore, has been in operation since 1992 and moved into the current location in 2016. They value the power of the written word and uplifting the artists who bring that word to life.

https://www.writerstheatre.org/about

Described by the New York Times, “As You Like It” Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery’s musical is a frolicsome, feminist adaptation of Shakespeare’s comedy of cousins, lovers and disguised identity in the Forest of Arden. Braden Abraham directs. (October 30 – December 14, 2025 Writers Theatre, Glencoe, IL).

Details:

6:00pm: Cocktail and Hors d’oeuvres Reception and Behind the Scenes Gathering

7:30pm: Performance Begins