Pride Arts Center

Pride Arts Center is a Chicago-based theater company focusing on LGBTQ+ stories and artists

Pride Arts Center, located in Chicago, Illinois, is a vibrant cultural hub dedicated to the production of theater that reflects and celebrates the LGBTQ+ community. Established in 2001, the center offers a diverse season of plays, musicals, and various events, providing a platform for both established and emerging artists. The center's mission is to create a space where everyone feels represented, encouraged, and empowered. With a focus on inclusivity and diversity, Pride Arts Center has become a beloved institution in the Chicago arts scene. The center's 125-seat mainstage theater and 50-seat flexible black box theater host a variety of productions, from thought-provoking dramas to joyful musicals. In addition to its mainstage productions, Pride Arts Center offers educational programming, including workshops, masterclasses, and youth theater camps, fostering the growth of the next generation of LGBTQ+ artists. The center also hosts special events, such as Pride Film Festival, cabarets, and discussions, making it a gathering place for the Chicago LGBTQ+ community and allies. With its commitment to artistic excellence, community engagement, and the promotion of LGBTQ+ voices, Pride Arts Center continues to be an essential part of the Chicago arts landscape.