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An Enemy of the People

by Henrik Ibsen
a new version by Amy Herzog
directed by Ron OJ Parson

Chicago Premiere

at TimeLine Theatre,
5035 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60640

Final extension! Must close June 27. This award-winning new take on the masterwork about citizens standing up to power is the inaugural production at TimeLine’s new home in Uptown!

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OUR 2026-27 SEASON

Coinciding with our 30th Anniversary, this inaugural season in Uptown showcases four extraordinary productions that span continents, generations, and pivotal historical moments. Together, we invite you to explore today’s social and political issues through the lens of the past, be the very first to experience TimeLine’s new home, and see it for yourself.

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TimeLine's new home is open!

We’re thrilled to share that TimeLine’s capital campaign has raised more than $42.6 million and construction on our new home at 5035 N. Broadway, near the corner of Broadway and Argyle, in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood, is substantially complete! Our new home celebrated its grand opening in May with the inaugural production, An Enemy of the People.

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Living History Education Program

Explore the program that brings TimeLine’s mission to Chicago Public Schools, working with students on creative exercises related to historically inspired stories on TimeLine’s stage and elsewhere in literature.

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FINAL EXTENSION!
OUR 2026-27 SEASON
TimeLine's new home is open!
Living History Education Program

Construction Updates

TimeLine's new home is coming soon!

Stay informed with important community notices related to construction in Uptown.

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Everyone's History

Serving and reflecting our community

Read our statement about TimeLine’s commitment to the ongoing work toward equity and justice.

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“A combination of panache and physical dynamism that I find altogether irresistible.”
“The more I see of Chicago’s TimeLine Theatre Company, the more impressed I am ... TimeLine takes care to choose interesting plays, then mounts them with a combination of panache and physical dynamism that I find altogether irresistible.”
— Terry Teachout, The Wall Street Journal
“One of the classiest and most consistently talented ensembles on the Off-Loop theatre scene.” — Newcity
“We learn from history that we learn nothing from history.” — George Bernard Shaw
“History: gossip well told.” — Elbert Hubbard
“Why doesn't New York have more Off-Broadway companies like TimeLine?”
“I can't give you a simple answer to that tricky question, but I can tell you this: The fact that we don't is one of the many reasons why I've come to feel that the Windy City is blowing the Big Apple out of its once-secure spot at the top of America's theatrical tree. ”
— Terry Teachout, The Wall Street Journal
  • On Stage
    • NOW PLAYING: An Enemy of the People
    • Our 2026-2027 Season
    • Our 2025-2026 Season
    • Calendar
    • TimeLine South
    • TimePieces Readings
    • Living History Education
    • Playwrights Collective
    • Past Productions
  • Tickets
    • Get Tickets
    • Calendar
    • THE TIMELINE FLEXPASS
    • FlexPass Reservations
    • Groups & Discounts
    • MyLine (age 18-35)
    • Tickets FAQ
    • Gift Subscriptions
  • Plan Your Visit
    • Directions & Parking
    • Local Dining
    • Accessibility
    • Health and Safety
  • Support Us
    • Make a Donation
    • Ways to Donate
    • New Home in Uptown
    • Inaugural Opening Night Gala
    • Individual Giving
    • Institutional Giving
  • Explore & Learn
    • The TimeLine Experience
    • Behind the ‘Line Blog
  • About
    • About TimeLine
    • Antiracism Statement
    • Press Room
    • News
    • People
    • Work with Us
    • Plans & Documents
    • Contact Us

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