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Eureka Day (Chicago)

January 21, 2026 7:00 pm

Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
175 E. Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611

Eureka Day, a thought-provoking play, comes to the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place in Chicago. This comedic drama explores the tensions within a progressive private school community as they grapple with a measles outbreak and the complexities of consensus-based decision making.

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Why We Like It

  • Tackles timely and relevant issues around public health, individual rights, and community values.
  • Features a talented ensemble cast bringing the characters and their conflicts to life on stage.
  • Promises an engaging and entertaining theatrical experience that will leave audiences contemplating the play's themes.

Who Should Attend

This play will appeal to theatergoers interested in contemporary social issues, fans of smart, character-driven dramas, and those who enjoy thought-provoking, dialogue-driven productions.

In the Spotlight

Eureka Day

A comedic drama that explores the tensions within a progressive private school community as they grapple with a measles outbreak and the complexities of consensus-based decision making.

About the Venue

Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place

An intimate, 550-seat theater located in the heart of Chicago's Magnificent Mile, offering a comfortable and accessible venue for live performances.

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