Calling all theater lovers! Ready to discover the next big thing in Chicago drama? The Next Up: Emerging Playwrights Festival is your ticket. For one week only, experience never-before-seen plays by the city’s rising stars. Each show is a burst of fresh perspective and passion—stories you won’t hear anywhere else! This is more than a festival: it’s your chance to support young creators at the start of exciting careers. Seats are going fast—don’t miss out on future legends at work!