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Illinois theaters

There are 407 theaters in Illinois. Combined, these Illinoisan theaters employ 3,829 people, earn more than $141 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $409 million.
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Theaters by major Illinois cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Chicago
 
336
 
$131,733,169
St. Louis, MO
 
9
 
$554,852
Peoria
 
7
 
$970,688
Champaign
 
7
 
$186,463
Davenport, IA
 
5
 
$261,645
Bloomington, IL
 
5
 
$202,344
Rockford
 
4
 
$434,415
Springfield, IL
 
3
 
$726,756
Kankakee
 
3
 
$303,688
Decatur, IL
 
2
 
$0
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Job trends for Illinois theaters

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
33
1-10
 
46
11-25
 
15
26-100
 
11
101 to 1,000
 
13
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of theaters in Illinois

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
144
$250k to $1M
 
52
$1M to $5M
 
11
$5M to $25M
 
5
$25M to $100M
 
1
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of theaters in Illinois

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1-20 of 407

Lookingglass Theatre Company

We are nationwide leader in the creation and presentation of new, cutting-edge theatrical works and in sharing its ensemble-based theatrical techniques with Chicago-area students and teachers through Education and Community Programs.
Revenue
$6.0m
Assets
$4.0m
Employees
234
EIN
36-3653114
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Northlight Theatre

Northlight Theatre produces bold theatrical experiences to promote change of perspective and encourage compassion. Located in Skokie, IL.
Revenue
$9.7m
Assets
$15.5m
Employees
178
EIN
23-7390464
IRS type
501(c)(3)

TimeLine Theatre Company

TimeLine Theatre Company presents stories inspired by history that connect with today's social and political issues. Our collaborative artistic team produces provocative theatre and educational programs that engage, entertain and enlighten.
Revenue
$6.6m
Assets
$15.8m
Employees
113
EIN
36-4197407
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Steppenwolf Theatre Company

Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre creates courageous and inclusive art that sparks curiosity, empathy, and joy through theatrical learning opportunities.
Revenue
$12.2m
Assets
$112.9m
Employees
385
EIN
51-0149370
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Goodman Theatre

Goodman Theatre: Chicago's oldest and largest not-for-profit theater, committed to producing quality, diverse works and fostering community engagement.
Revenue
$26.8m
Assets
$58.0m
Employees
649
EIN
36-2896025
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Chicago Shakespeare Theater creates artistic and educational programs to reveal the diversity, power, and mystery of the human experience, engaging audiences, artists, students and communities in a dynamic, lifelong relationship that bridges cultures, cou....
Revenue
$16.1m
Assets
$54.8m
Employees
396
EIN
36-3467607
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Writers Theatre

For more than 20 years, Writers Theatre has captivated Chicagoland audiences with inventive interpretations of classic work, a bold approach to contemporary theatre and a dedication to creating the most intimate theatrical experience possible.
Revenue
$4.8m
Assets
$31.4m
Employees
154
EIN
36-3847280
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Porchlight Music Theatre Chicago (PMT)

Porchlight is Chicago's home for music theatre, providing performance, education and appreciation opportunities. With special opportunities for underserved communities, we nurture young artists and new works, and redefine the classic music theatre genre.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$576.8k
Employees
99
EIN
36-4021553
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Albany Park Theater Project

Albany Park Theater Project is a multiethnic youth theater in Chicago that provides free after-school classes for 400 low-income teens per year.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$3.4m
Employees
10
EIN
36-4125560
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Black Ensemble Theater (BE)

A leader and innovator in the African-American and mainstream arts communities, Black Ensemble Theater is recognized as one of the most diverse theaters in the country, producing excellent musical theater.
Revenue
$2.0m
Assets
$23.9m
Employees
13
EIN
36-2852762
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Blues Theater NFP

Chicago-based American Blues Theater NFP explores American identity through world and Chicago premiere productions and community outreach.
Revenue
$3.3m
Assets
$9.0m
Employees
5
EIN
80-0448191
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Chicago Children's Theatre

Chicago Children's Theatre has evolved as both a professional and personal response to the lack of a Chicago company dedicated exclusively to providing high-quality, professional year-round children's programming.
Revenue
$1.9m
Assets
$9.5m
Employees
158
EIN
30-0271139
IRS type
501(c)(3)

A Long Walk Home

Chicago-based art organization empowering youth to end violence against girls and women through education performances on social issues.
Revenue
$970.1k
Assets
$1.4m
Employees
6
EIN
30-0053613
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Congo Square Theatre Company

Chicago-based ensemble producing transformative theatre rooted in African Diaspora, challenging and redefining theatrical canon with stories amplifying marginalized voices.
Revenue
$963.6k
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
6
EIN
36-4333856
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Theater Wit NFP

Theater Wit NFP produces funny and smart plays, engaging its audience with wit and wisdom. It also provides affordable theatrical spaces.
Revenue
$850.7k
Assets
$572.5k
Employees
50
EIN
03-0521755
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Raven Theatre Company

Raven Theatre Company presents live theater and hosts related workshops. They offer outreach programs and workshops in addition to their theatrical productions. The company is located in Chicago, IL.
Revenue
$849.2k
Assets
$1.6m
Employees
18
EIN
36-3266831
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Remy Bumppo Theatre Company

Remy Bumppo produces meaningful plays that expand and enrich Chicago's perspective, using top-notch talent in an ensemble-driven approach.
Revenue
$829.3k
Assets
$374.1k
Employees
44
EIN
36-4457137
IRS type
501(c)(3)

CYT Chicago

CYT Chicago provides theater arts training to children while promoting Judeo-Christian values through wholesome family entertainment and community outreach.
Revenue
$1.4m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
133
EIN
37-1377645
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Storycatchers Theatre

Transforming youth trauma into musical theater. Two programs: one with detained youth, the other with parolees. Located in Chicago, IL.
Revenue
$1.9m
Assets
$1.7m
Employees
57
EIN
36-3298168
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Windy City Playhouse

Windy City Playhouse is a theater in Chicago, IL whose mission is: Accessible professional theater producing contemporary and relevant art in Chicago.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$103.8k
Employees
26
EIN
46-4868354
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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