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Eureka Day (Chicago)

January 20, 2026 7:00 pm

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

Eureka Day is a thought-provoking play that explores the complexities of modern parenting, community, and the challenges of finding common ground. Set in a progressive private school in Berkeley, California, the play follows a group of parents as they navigate a measles outbreak and the heated debates that ensue.

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Why We Like It

  • The play offers a nuanced and humorous look at the tensions that can arise within a tightly-knit community when faced with difficult decisions.
  • Eureka Day examines timely issues such as vaccine hesitancy, political polarization, and the search for truth in the age of social media.
  • The production features a talented ensemble cast that brings the characters and their dilemmas to life in a compelling and relatable way.

Who Should Attend

Eureka Day will appeal to theatergoers interested in thought-provoking, character-driven dramas that tackle contemporary social and political issues. The play will resonate with parents, educators, and anyone who has grappled with the challenges of building and maintaining a sense of community.

In the Spotlight

Eureka Day

A play by Jonathan Spector that explores the complexities of modern parenting, community, and the challenges of finding common ground.

Ensemble Cast

A talented group of actors who bring the characters and their dilemmas to life in a compelling and relatable way.

About the Venue

Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place

The Broadway Playhouse is a historic theater located in the heart of Chicago's Magnificent Mile, offering an intimate and elegant setting for live performances.

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