About the Show
When a prodigal son returns to blue collar New England, his homecoming sets off a spiraling crisis for two families, threatening not only their relationships but their very identities. In Mia Chung’s wildly inventive Catch as Catch Can, three actors take on six roles, bridging generation and gender, in a theatrical tour-de-force that upends the kitchen sink drama and asks what happens when we refuse to play the roles we’re prescribed. Spanning hilarity, stunning virtuosity and outright horror, this ferocious Chicago premiere—featuring an all-ensemble cast—must be witnessed to be believed.
CATCH AS CATCH CAN WILL BE PERFORMED IN THE DOWNSTAIRS THEATER.
Due to the high volume and wide breadth of work we present, we are often not able to proactively offer content advisories for individual performances. However, if you have specific concerns about stage effects (such as strobe lights or fog/haze) that might have a bearing on comfort or well-being, or if you would like to know more about the age appropriateness of the performance, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.
Additional Information
Cast & Artists
The Artists
- Playwright - Mia Chung
- Director - Amy Morton
Featured Ensemble Members
- Roberta Lavecchia/Robbie Lavecchia - Gary Cole
- Lon Lavecchia/Daniela Lavecchia - Audrey Francis
- Theresa Phelan/Tim Phelan - Tim Hopper
Audio-Described and Touch Tour:
Sunday, June 28 at 3:00pm
(1:30pm Touch Tour)
Open-Captioned Public Performances:
Thursday, June 25 at 7:30pm
Saturday, July 11 at 3:00pm
ASL-Interpreted Public Performance:
Friday, July 10 at 7:30pm
Community Events
THEATRE INDUSTRY NIGHT
A FREE Event* on Thursday, June 4, 2026
6:00pm Mixer in Front Bar | 7:30pm Performance
Arrive early for catching up and networking with fellow artists and arts administrators in Chicago's theatre scene before a performance of Catch as Catch Can by Mia Chung! Join us in our Front Bar located at 1700 N. Halsted before the performance and stick around for the 7:30pm performance in the Downstairs Theater.
*The pre-show event is FREE for industry professionals, but tickets are required for attending the performance of Catch as Catch Can.
UNIVERSITY NIGHT
A FREE Event* on Friday, June 5, 2026
6:00pm Mixer in Tap Bar | 7:30pm Performance
post-show discussion immediately following the performance
Arrive early for lite bites and networking with fellow college students before a performance of Catch As Catch Can! Join us in our Tap Bar on the first floor of 1646 N. Halsted before the performance and stick around for the 7:30pm performance in the Downstairs Theater.
*The pre-show event is FREE, but college students can get tickets now for the performance for $15 with a Student ID using code STUDENT15.
TEEN TAKEOVER
A FREE Post-Show Event* on Saturday, June 27, 2026
3pm performance | Teen Takeover Event Immediately After
Connect with like-minded teens after a performance of Catch As Catch Can! Enjoy different art and activity stations along with a post-show conversation with artists from the show. Music and snacks keep the vibes going throughout the program. Click the button below to RSVP and learn more about how to get $5 tickets.
*The Teen Takeover event is FREE, but tickets are required to attend the performance of Catch as Catch Can.
LEARNER CHAT
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Including a discussion immediately following the 3pm Performance
This series invites our patrons to learn from expert witnesses during conversations that explore major themes in the play. Audience members are guided on a journey that dives deeper into motifs, design elements, and dramaturgy, ultimately offering new levels of insight and discovery.
Education + Engagement
Steppenwolf supports the art on our stage with a number of free and discounted education and engagement programming throughout the season. Ranging from field trip opportunities, school residencies, arts workshops, teen nights, community partnerships and more! Whether you're a theatre learner, maker, or appreciator, check out our amazing programming here.
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