Steppenwolf Theatre, Downstairs Theatre

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Theatre Projects

Designed in collaboration with Steppenwolf designer Kevin Rigdon, this two-level, 515-seat theatre is modeled on the classic American playhouse with a single balcony and side boxes stepping down toward the apron stage.

The rough-hewn concrete and steel interior echoes the raw, gritty nature of the acting company’s work.

owner:

Steppenwolf Theatre Company

architect:

James, Morris & Kutyla

acoustician:

Talaske

users:

Steppenwolf Theatre Company

spaces:

515-seat drama theatre

construction type:

New construction

theatre type:

Auditorium design/seating, Concept design, Drama theatres, Program development

services:

Programming, concept design, theatre planning, and theatre equipment design and specification

completion:

1991

Steppenwolf Theatre, Downstairs Theatre

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