Windfall
Written by ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney
Directed by Awoye Timpo
April 9 - May 31, 2026 in the Ensemble Theater
This is a story about money. Don’t let them fool you otherwise. When Mac loses his child in a clash with the local police, he is visited by three strangers who advise him to take the city’s cash settlement, relocate and forget his grief–or else stay and remain impoverished surrounded by memories of the world his child fought so hard to protect. This world premiere from Academy Award-winning ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney explores how grief, justice, sexuality, gender, history and even pride become secondary concerns in the wake of currency.
Cast & Artists
The Artists
- Playwright - Tarell Alvin McCraney
- Director - Awoye Timpo
Featured Ensemble Members
When Steppenwolf asked me to write my next play, they didn’t say write the safe one. They said write the one you are afraid of... here we go. You coming?
- Ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney
Half Century. Full Throttle.
Welcome to Steppenwolf’s 50th season. Join us to celebrate and reflect on fifty years of what Steppenwolf has meant to you, to Chicago and to the American Theatre.
Or, just come watch some damn good theatre. At the end of the day, that’s what it’s always been about.
Additional Information
Education + Engagement
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Half Century. Full Throttle.
Welcome to Steppenwolf’s 50th season. Join us to celebrate and reflect on fifty years of what Steppenwolf has meant to you, to Chicago and to the American Theatre.
Or, just come watch some damn good theatre. At the end of the day, that’s what it’s always been about.