Synopsis

U.S. PREMIERE In the war torn landscape of the Thirty Years War, a woman hauls her cart through the battle zone. As she struggles to survive, she traverses a world of suspicious characters, vibrant sounds, and dangerous situations. Brecht's darkly comic masterpiece adapted by playwright David Hare takes the audience on a breathtaking journey.

Running Time

Running Time: 3 hours, including 1 Intermission

Content Advisory

Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.

Watch & Listen

Mother Courage And Her Children

Cast & Artists

The Artists

Featured Ensemble Members

The Cast

Program Articles

Plays During Wartime

Backstage asked artistic intern Patrick King to put together a list of some of the productions that could be grouped under the heading “Steppenwolf Goes to War.”

Running Time

Running Time: 3 hours, including 1 Intermission

Content Advisory

Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.