Performances
Austin’s Home by Jesse Robkin
The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United StatesWhen Austin returns home after an extended absence, old wounds break open, and new tensions arise. A fresh drama from Chicago playwright Jesse Robkin, Austin's Home explores what it truly […]
READING IS A DRAG Hosted by Kerosene
The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United StatesYour favorite literary moments are brought to life in fabulous drag form at READING IS A DRAG hosted by Kerosene The Understudy is combining its passions for literature and performance […]
Virtue and Grace by Isabella Van Houzen
The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United StatesThe fall of 1814, Kingston upon Thames. As four best friends ready themselves to court this season, Lady Grace Quimby schemes to attend events dressed as a man in order […]
A Taste of RED with A Red Orchid Theatre
The Understudy 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640, Chicago, IL, United StatesHang out with our friends from A Red Orchid Theatre on February 13th for the latest installment of their series A Taste of Red. A Red Orchid Theatre invites you […]
Crush(ed) By Maria Arreola
The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United StatesA heartfelt comedy from Chicago playwright Maria Arreola about the embarrassments and excitements of the search for love. In a desperate bid to get her love life in order, Maria […]
For the Lovers Hosted by Georgia Rising
The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United StatesAn exploration of the eight kinds of Greek love through the lens of Black drag performers with music by Black artists. Presenting For the Lovers: an exploration of the 8 […]
THE LACY PROJECT by Alena Smith
The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Lacy Project directed by Clara Zucker A Snails on a Bike Production Her mother's photographs turned Lacy into an icon of childhood innocence and beauty. Now, on the night […]
THE LACY PROJECT by Alena Smith
The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Lacy Project directed by Clara Zucker A Snails on a Bike Production Her mother's photographs turned Lacy into an icon of childhood innocence and beauty. Now, on the night […]
THE LACY PROJECT by Alena Smith
The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Lacy Project directed by Clara Zucker A Snails on a Bike Production Her mother's photographs turned Lacy into an icon of childhood innocence and beauty. Now, on the night […]
BRAWL! by Connor Ermir Bradshaw
The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United StatesMasculinity, desire, and belonging form a heady mix at the center of the boxing ring in BRAWL! Will Lucky find a way out? Dug into the backyard of Diesel Philips’ […]
Ball & Battle: A Drag Show and Latte Art Throwdown
The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin The Understudy for an evening of fierce looks, fierce competition, and fabulous prizes. PLEASE NOTE: This event is 21+. No underage attendees or contestants will be permitted. It's […]
ECHO’S INFERNO by Juliet Kang Huneke
The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United StatesIt's 1884, and Echo really doesn't get along with her brothers. Or anyone. Then, the devil offers her a chance to skip forward and start over. Will she take it? […]