Steppenwolf hopes to support and deepen our audiences experience coming to Steppenwolf productions through public programs that are rooted in our mission of “celebrating the learner, maker and appreciator” in each of us. For each production, Steppenwolf partners with different organizations, artists, and more to offer workshops, chats, panels, community nights and more! Check out our upcoming events below:
The Dance of Death Events
THEATRE INDUSTRY NIGHT
A FREE Event* on Thursday, Jan 29, 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 The Dance of Death by August Strindberg! 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 The Dance of Death.
UNIVERSITY NIGHT
A FREE Event* on Friday, Jan 30, 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 The Dance of Death! 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 for $15 with a Student ID using code STUDENT15.
DATE NIGHT
Have a Drink and a Dance Lesson
Thursday, February 12, 2026
6:30pm Lesson | 7:30pm Performance
Audience members (partners and friends) are invited to arrive early, grab a drink and join us to learn step-by-step movements that match the energy of the The Dance of Death!
*When you get tickets for the performance, select the special ticket type that includes a Drink Ticket! You can then RSVP for the dance lesson HERE.
LEARNER CHAT
A Post Show Discussion on Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Immediately following the 7:30pm Performance
Stay after the performance for a moderated discussion between director and ensemble member Yasen Peyankov and Abhi Shrestha (Steppenwolf's Director of Education and Engagement).
TEEN TAKEOVER
A FREE Post-Show Event* on Saturday, March 7, 2026
3pm performance | Teen Takeover Event Immediately After
Connect with like-minded teens after a performance of The Dance of Death! Enjoy different art and activity stations and a post-show conversation with artists from the show. There will be music and snacks to 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 The Dance of Death.
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