Whiskey Shakespeare: Actor's Hilarious Drunken Performance

A performer takes five whiskey shots before attempting to act in a Shakespeare production. Chosen by New York Times Critics!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Drunk Shakespeare - Get ready for a hilarious take on Shakespeare during this unique, 90-minute show in Chicago’s renowned Loop district. Located at “The Lounge”, this quirky performance showcases an intoxicated cast member. One classically-trained actor has at least five shots of whiskey and then attempts to perform in a Shakespearean play. The…
What's Included
  • Special treat!
What's Not Included
  • Drinks and snacks are not included in the ticket price. They are available for purchase during the show.
Additional Information
  • Proof of Covid 19 Vaccination Required
Location
Drunk Shakespeare
North Wabash Avenue
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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710barryq
Jun 16, 2024
The Glories of Chicago - The Art Institute, the restaurant The Gage, the architecture boat tour: a perfect weekend. Chicago is a glorious city.
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Explore55181171530
Sep 19, 2023
Great show! - What a great little theater! We went to see Drunk Shakespeare and could not have imagined a better experience. I have seen many different productions of Shakespeare and my husband has seen none and both of us enjoyed this show. The show was hysterical with actual great acting mix in to the most ridiculous settings and situations. We are already planning to go back and have recommend it anyone who we talked to about it. The theater was small but you were not crammed in with to many people. Every seat had a good if not great view and the servers were very skilled at bringing you your drinks without interrupting the show at all. The ticket itself includes a shot that you get when you walk in. The shot is their house mix and it was tasty and did not have a strong alcohol taste. The drink menu was small but they had something for everyone. I really enjoyed the Juliet. Over all it was an amazing experience and we can not wait to go again.
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Leezfamily
Aug 20, 2023
Could not stop laughing - The only way to describe this is the miment we walked in we started laughing and when we left we were still laughing and in between we never stopped laughing. You should go.
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Alberto
Aug 13, 2023
Pee in your pants funny. - The show was a blast. The cast were great improvisers, and had the audience in tears for most of the show. The theater is tiny and audience participation is pretty much mandatory and fun. I spent 4 days in Chicago and this was definitely the highlight of my trip.
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M9741xvamyw
Jul 22, 2023
The Bard would live this! - The show was great! Even if you don't like Shakespeare, you will be entertained! We had a great time! Cocktails were yummy too!
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Tracydoor
Jul 16, 2023
Highlight of our trip! - We couldn’t stop laughing all show long. This show is a gem and the actors are hysterical. Definitely see this show if you have the chance
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Michellegz3702pw
Jul 9, 2023
A Must-See! - We had an absolute blast! The theater is very intimate, so there are no bad seats. There was quite a bit of audience participation, which was fun. You can buy snacks and drinks, but there’s not substantial food, so go to Miss Ricky’s for dinner before the show.
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Lolasf8564zj
Feb 8, 2024
Do not go. - One of the worst shows I’ve seen in Chicago. Or anywhere. I understand the idea of “drunk” and “impromptu” theater, but this was like a bunch of kids who had no idea what they were doing. Not funny no matter how much alcohol one consumes. And the vaccine requirement is a joke too.
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820pdhar
Oct 12, 2023
Just awful! - The show was so sophomoric. The stars were trying to get as much money as possible from the audience by bidding out for "volunteers". They were a bunch of money grubbers and the jokes were meant for a bunch of teenage boys. Had been to the show in Boston which was so much better and funny.
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Dianebq8256dm
Sep 9, 2023
Don’t waste your time or money. - Totally terrible. Not funny. Just pure vulgarity in sexual content and language. The F word constantly. A waste of time and money. This is not art and not funny.
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