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One of the most successful theatres in the country is the Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago, Illinois.  This is a group of players, writers and directors that stay true to the original mission of the company, which is to encourage total collaboration between all those working in the theatre.  Many of those involved with the company, are involved on a regular basis, not like most other theatres wherein in once the show closes, everyone moves on to a new venue, a new show, and a new cast.  At the Steppenwolf, creativity is nurtured, and cast and crew work with each other repeatedly, forming bonds and friendships that are noticeable on stage.

The Steppenwolf is located in a great part of the city, downtown but on a charming street that is filled with a variety of restaurants and cool small pubs.  Finding a great hotel close by is easy, and you will find that everything you need is within walking distance.  Should you find yourself in the neighborhood, you really must catch a performance at the theatre.  The nine original founding members are some of the most recognized faces these days in film and television.

Gary Sinise founded the company with two of his high school friends, and at first they went from venue to venue to perform, before finding their permanent home.  They found their name in a random way, it is simply the name of the Herman Hesse novel, “Steppenwolf”, which Sinise’s friend happened to be reading at the time they decided to produce their first show.  Soon, more actors joined the company, Moira Harris, Alan Wilder, John Malkovich and Laurie Metcalf, and they all continue to work consistently either on the stage or behind the scenes.  They have always been committed to producing exciting work and providing dynamic theatre for the city of Chicago.  Chicago is a city that is teaming with wonderful live theatres, and Steppenwolf is one of the best in the business.