Eureka Day (Chicago)

Name: Eureka Day (Chicago)
Start: 2026-01-28T13:00:00+0000
Location: Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place

January 28, 2026 1:00 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

The play offers a nuanced and humorous look at the challenges of modern parenting and the clash of ideologies within a tight-knit community.
Playwright Jonathan Spector skillfully weaves together themes of public health, personal beliefs, and the pursuit of common ground.
The Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place provides an intimate and engaging setting for this timely and insightful production.

Who Should Attend

Eureka Day will appeal to theater-goers interested in thought-provoking social commentary, as well as those curious about the dynamics within progressive communities and the complexities of decision-making processes.

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.

Jonathan Spector

The playwright of Eureka Day, known for his nuanced and humorous exploration of social and political issues.

About the Venue

Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place

The Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place is an intimate, 550-seat theater located in the heart of Chicago's Magnificent Mile. The venue offers a welcoming and comfortable setting for live performances.