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Chicago Open House Weekends

World-class theater in the wI woods

Special events and offers for our friends from south of the (Wisconsin) border.

In the simplest terms, American Players Theatre is a classical theater in the woods near the village of Spring Green, Wisconsin. But it’s hard – impossible, even – to describe APT in simplest terms.

The outdoor amphitheater Up the Hill sits beneath the stars in a setting of extraordinary beauty: a thrust stage and 1,148 seats in an acoustical bowl ringed by towering trees. Down the Hill, the 201-seat indoor Touchstone Theatre is nestled between prairie and woods.

And what happens on stage is equally extraordinary. We’re not alone in this claim – we’ve had independent confirmation. For instance, “APT…sets high artistic standards and maintains them with effortless consistency.” (The Wall Street Journal)

When you put it together – this amazing place, these amazing plays – and combine it with friends, a picnic, a weekend away from the city exploring this area, you’ll realize that you’ve come to a special place.

These weekends include:

  • Exclusive ticket discounts: 2 plays for $84, 3 plays for $120 or 5 plays for $189
  • Complimentary admission to our Bard Talks workshop series
  • Welcome brunch with members of the acting company and artistic staff
  • The Spring Green Passport Card, with special deals and offers on shipping, dining and activities.

Join the ranks of those before you who discovered world-class theater in the woods, in a setting reminiscent of the Tuscan countryside, all within a 3 ½-hour drive of Chicago.

*Note: Please order by phone at 608-588-2361 so our friendly box office staff can assist you with the details of your APT experience. Not available online.

Friday - Sunday

August 20 - 22, 2010

September 10 - 12, 2010
 

Schedule of Events

Friday, August 20

8:00 pm - Another Part of the Forest (Up the Hill)
8:00 pm - Waiting for Godot (Touchstone Theatre)

Saturday, August 21

11:00 am - Welcome Brunch (Touchstone Theatre)
1:00 pm - Bard Talk (Director C. Michael Wright on The Syringa Tree)
3:00 pm - Major Barbara (Up the Hill)
8:00 pm - All's Well That Ends Well (Up the HIll)
8:00 pm - The Syringa Tree, (Touchstone Theatre)

Sunday, August 22

1:00 pm - As You Like It (Up the Hill)
4:00 pm - Bard Talk (Director James Bohnen on The Circle)
6:00 pm - The Circle (Up the Hill)
6:00 pm - Exits and Entrances (Touchstone Theatre)

Friday, September 10

1:00 pm - Waiting for Godot (Touchstone Theatre)
8:00 pm - Another Part of the Forest (Up the Hill)

Saturday, September 11

11:00 am - Welcome Brunch (Touchstone Theatre)
1:00 pm - Bard Talk (Director David Frank on Major Barbara)
1:00 pm - Bard Talk (Associate Artistic Director Brenda DeVita on planning a season)
3:00 pm - As You Like It (Up the Hill)
8:00 pm - Major Barbara (Up the Hill)
8:00 pm - Exits and Entrances (Touchstone Theatre)

Sunday, September 12

1:00 pm - All's Well That Ends Well (Up the Hill)
1:00 pm - The Syringa Tree (Touchstone Theatre)
4:00 pm - Bard Talk (Associate Artistic Director Brenda DeVita on planning a season)
4:00 pm - Bard Talk (Director David Frank on Major Barbara)
6:00 pm - The Circle (Up the Hill)
6:00 pm - Exits and Entrances (Touchstone Theatre)
 

Plan Your Visit

Plan Your Visit

Explore our beautiful home town.
Dining Options

Dining Options

Pair your play with a picnic or food event.
About APT

About APT

Learn more about our Theatre in the Woods.
Beyond the Plays

Beyond the Plays

Enhance your APT experience with an event.