The improv, wild physical aspect of the comedy reminds me of a lot of acts Ive seen at the Fringe Festival in Edinburgh. The theater is a secret library holding 10,000 books designed to look like a speakeasy.

This was the most fun I ever had with Shakespeare! Creative drink ideas. Very intimate setting. Ensemble cast! It is beautiful cast they could do the same show with a new cast or same cast doing different roles! Bid on the King and Queen seats. I regret not doing it this time, but when I go back! Boy! I heard they also have a venue in NYC, going to look them up!

Hilarious! This company can mess with Shakespeare because they know the material (even while drunk). But even if you don’t know the play, you’ll get a kick out of their fearless and funny Shakespeare/improv take. The space is great too: a book-lined room in which the audience sits along the shelves. And the bartender is a total pro, who mixes fine drinks (the actors are drinking, so why shouldn’t the audience?) at the bar or served at your seat during the show.

Best. Show. Ever. Funny and Shakespeare? Pure Heaven. Will DEFINITELY be back .

This was amazing. This show is perfect for both Shakespeare aficionados and newbies alike. It was beyond hilarious, AND perfectly acted/recited. I could not recommend this show enough.

While there is no direct way to call the theatre, it IS wheelchair accessible. Anyone with issues sitting on hard benches should bring a cushion. You walk into the bar area which has 3 restrooms, order a schmancy drink, get taken back to the theatre where you can order more drinks or a few snack options from your seat. Bring cash if you want to win the throne. Very funny show with lots of pop culture references. Street parking with a Chicago parking app or self park garages if youre able to walk a few blocks.

Uproariously funny.A cozy venue that doesnt have a bad seat in the house. Its a high energy, raunchy, irreverent interpretation of a Shakespearean play, and you dont even need to know the storyline to enjoy it. Audience participation adds to the unpredictability, and the actors mingle with the crowd after the performance.Highly recommend.

Didnt stop laughing the entire show! Loved every minute. Big shout out to the entire cast and crew. Definitely coming back to Chicago for this!

Simply fantastic!!! Incredible and talented performers. This is a 90 minute show and we felt engaged and entertained the entire time. We attended with a group of four, and everyone had a marvelous time. Familiarity with Shakespeare is not required - the act is explained as the performance moves along.The venue is relatively simple and small in size but that adds to the appeal. The performers are all over the place. In front of you, behind the seating, in the aisles. And tons of improv. We would certainly see it again.

Of all the comedy shows Ive seen in Chicago, this is my absolute favorite! The venue is cozy, the performers are funny as hell, and the whole atmosphere is welcoming. If you want to feel like youre part of a Shakespeare performance as well as an absurd drinking game with your friends, this is your show. Dont miss this!!!

Awesome location, energetic and a lot of fun. We laughed a lot while there. Fantastic drinks too! Rowdy and audience interaction was a ton of fun but I can see it being hit or miss. Small and initiate theater, would highly recommend!

#drunkenshakespeare, an excellent addition to #theatre life in #Chicago..The set is a #speakeasy library full of life, and the actors were outstanding in their improv with set lines. One gets drunk, so you never know what will happen..For a better experience and part of the show, be the king and queen..Overall, definitely a hit and fun atmosphere for pheasants like us. Make a special night..Rating: 3 out of 4 stars..#chicagotheatre #Theatre #theatrelife

Absolutely incredible job from the cast. An abridged version of Macbeth with a dash of improv and, of course, plenty of libations.There is the chance of some audience participation, so do be aware of that, but it is light hearted and no more invasive than you are comfortable with.

That was hilarious! We cant wait to come back. A terrific fast-paced mix of Shakespeare, improv and audience participation by 5 very talented people, one of whom is quite drunk. Different show every time! Loved it!

Literally the best thing ever. If I could rate it over and over again I would. Do yourself a favor and go. Come with an open mind and be ready to have a few drinks. You will leave with your face and core hurting from laughing so hard for hours straight

Hilarious show. I was pretty hesitant at first about buying a ticket, but happy I did! The cast is great and engaging, and very interactive with the audience, so it felt more personal. The space is very intimate, which works well. Must go!! You must.

Overall super fun. Drags on a bit in the middle. Very nice and talented actors. Definitely worth it.

So much fun. Went after work by myself and had a great time. Get at least one drink there they are all excellent an being buzzed while watching drunk actors perform is an experience that shouldnt be missed.

10/10 would reccomend. Great fun, laughs and drinks. My only complaint is that the venue really is pretty hidden, it took me awhile to find it but its all part of the aesthetic and I wouldnt have it any other way. Please go support this!

You dont have to know your shakespeare to enjoy this show (though it might add a layer of nuance for those who do). My husband wasnt so sure about this until they offered him his welcome shot (and now cant stop talking about how much he enjoyed it)! Really intimate setting (you really are RIGHT there in the action) and tons of fun. This group is really talented so dont miss it!

This show is awesome!!! 5 stars!!! From start to end it will have you laughing and enjoying yourself. I’m not a Shakespeare fan like that but they involve the audience and keep it hilariously funny and engaging.

A great experience including adult humor and drinks! The cocktails were lovely, the actors friendly and hilarious, and the show itself an absolute blast.

This was so much more fun than I thought I could ever have watching Shakespeare. Blew me away! Great concept and great execution!

Absolutely hilarious. I went in not having touched Shakespeare since high school. The cast does a great job of translating it into modern English but its also amazing to see them belch out a long monologue. Everyone was friendly and I enjoyed how close every ends up sitting to thestage.

Hilarious. Received tickets as a gift, would be more than happy to come back. Awesome experience. Small venue, which made it so much better of an experience. 10/10. (Delicious drinks )

Found Drunk Shakespeare while looking for something to do on a cold weekend in the city with friends. None of us really knew much about Shakespeare, so dont let that deter you from checking out this hilarious show! The actors were all outstanding, funny and worthy of any of the legandary improv stages. Its a cozy theatre with not a bad seat in the place. We had a great evening and this was the highlight of our trip!

Our evening at Drunk Shakespeare was terrific. Lots of drinking, lots of great improv comedy, lots of audience participation, and great acting. Highly recommend as a date option!

Perfect date night. Absolutely hilarious. If you dont go see this youre missing one of lifes great joys. Go.

A great experience and the cast did a great job! The seating in the second row was perfect and even the entrance was a blast.

This show is amazing! The improv was completely on point. I loved how they incorporated current topics in with various scenes. I highly recommend this show to everyone! Whether you live in Chicago or visiting, making sure you take time to see this show!

Amazing show! Very fun and never a dull moment. Highly recommend!

Fun night out. Im not the most well versed in Shakespeare so it lost me at points. I could see it being more impactful if you love Shakespeare. Still a fun night out full of innuendo and lowered inhibitions.

Small yet mighty venue. The cast does a great job inserting modern themes and humor into original Shakespeare. I would definitely go back for another show!

Laugh out loud. Hilarious, interactive, Shakespeare. Its the best show Ive been to in a long while. The cocktails were very tasty too! I will definitely be back for more!

Hilarious, random, but actually still miraculously stuck to the plot? Space was SUPER cool with all the color coordinated old books.

Great experience...lots of fun. They have a wonderful selection of mixed drinks.

Not a bad seat in the house if you are conflicted when buying tickets. The front door is a little hard to find but lovely atmosphere inside. They’re are great drinks and plenty of laughs. If you’ve visited all of the classic comedy/improv locations in the city you’ve got to add this to your list

Extremely fun way to spend an evening! Definitely plenty of drinks and laughs, and I would see it twice in the same week based on how unique and different each show seems to be. The venue is very intimate, and there is a great level of audience participation! Probably even more enjoyable if youre familiar with the play they choose to perform, but it is definitely not necessary. The cast does a great job at making the play understandable, but thats probably the least important thing compared to the rest of the fun in the show.

I have been a Shakespeare fan since I was a child. I have seen almost every play performed live, some more than others. I have a passion for live performance, particularly theater.The troupe is clearly well-versed in both their knowledge of Shakespeare and their knowledge of how alcohol affects the body. Some people seem to doubt if the actor/actress is legitimately drunk. I say: does it really matter?The chemistry and cohesion of this organized chaos was indicative of the talent in the room. Libations were had by all, pants were lost, beans were spilled, bells were rung, and laughs were shared. I doubt Shakespeare wouldve wanted anything less.A man cannot make him laugh – but that’s no marvel; he drinks no wine.

Fantastic show. Very talented cast. Awesome audience participation. Cant wait to come again!

The show was very entertaining with pop culture references and hilarious puns. The atmosphere was great! Next time Im in Chicago or New York City I am definitely watching Drunk Shakespeare again and recommending it to my friends.

This show was so much fun! I laughed til I cried. The cast is crazy talented!! They know their Shakespeare but can also improvise like nobodys business. Plus you, the audience, get to play, too. Very highly recommended!!!

An amazing hilarious show. They did not disappoint. You dont have to know Shakespeare to enjoy, but it is better if you do. Theres a taco bell cantina next door too which is just a bonus

The show is phenomenal. Look for discounts before you go! No outside food or drink so beware of that. You can get drinks here (pricey) and a few snacks. Drink, eat, and order throughout the show. SIT ANYWHERE the seats really dont matter as you are so close to the action from anywhere. Cheaper seats are better if you need back support - Sit against the wall.Loved it. 10/10 would point of order again.

What a fun night out! A fun mix of Shakespeare and pop culture references. My face hurt from laughing/smiling for the entire show :)

Hilarious, moving, completely off the wall. Constant 4th wall breaking and audience involvement, along with plenty of alcohol, results in an engaging show more than worth the price of admission. Go, then go back with friends.

Great performance. Super funny. Had a great time. Macbeth with a drunken comical twist.

Absolutely fabulous, I had am amazing time. The actors were so friendly and welcoming and the show felt personal and immersive.

Very entertaining! Lots of audience participation to make Shakespeare lots of fun!

Amazingly talented actors and actresses, paired with an exciting variety of cocktails and beverages with Shakespearean names. A must-see. :)

Hilarious and spectacular show, fun atmosphere and great drinks. All together a unique experience!!

One of the actors takes 4 shots before the performance starts and its off to the races. Very funny but it helps to have at least a passing familiarity with the original plays, 21 and over only and I would not bring a child even if it was allowed.Drinks are available before and during the performance.

Ive been to this place twice, the play is different every time. Great show and very very funny. Interesting concept since drinking is interweaved in the plot. Highly recommend!

Very fun show! Highly recommend this when you need a good laugh!

Overall the experience was awesome and I definitely recommend.I manage a theater in Chicago and have a few things to state here:The good:- show is incredibly funny. The actors are so on point and work well with one another. They are genuinely having a good time which makes the audience follow their energy.- you do have that awesome “speakeasy” feel to the show. Very well done.-including audience members is SO much fun.-the cocktails were delicious!The bad:- the flow of traffic from one show leaving to another show entering.- the bar service was slow for a drinking show.- missed opportunities for the theater to make twice, nay, thrice its income.I’m not sure if anyone from the theater reviews these, but here is a more in depth critique. A few suggestions should they want them.Firstly, the “lobby” is an absolute mess, with a bar that takes up a significant amount of room (and which you can’t even order a drink pre or post show... so why have it to begin with?) It’s a narrow fit between the entry way to the theater. If an earlier show is letting out while you’re trying to get in, it becomes a nightmare of a traffic jam. With no staff other than bartenders to tell you where to go or what to do, you would have hoped they had a solution for trying to evacuate a theater, clean it, and have a new set of audience members enter.Suggestion: have a roped off area outside of the theater for the second show to line up. Clear the audience from the earlier show. Have one bartender at the door to check IDS. Have one person at will call for tickets.Once we sat down on our bench, we were greeted by the wait staff that informed us of the drink menus if we wanted to order. My party ordered drinks, though, they didn’t arrive until nearly halfway through the show. A second round of ordering arrived almost 10 minutes before the show ended. Cocktails that were “made to order” abolished the ability of the canned goods and prepackaged alcohol to flow smoothly. It’s cringeworthy when the actors are goading you to “drink more if you don’t think that is funny” or “raise a glass to toast ‘so-and-so’ “. I would, if I had a drink to toast with, but I finished mine 15 minutes ago and am waiting for a server to come along to take my order.Suggestion: pre-make the cocktails in large jars and pour them as they are ordered. If you run out of a particular cocktail, too bad! It’s sold out! Come back for more if you liked it!This will increase your bar service tenfold. OR, eliminate the cocktails altogether. Have pre-packaged alcohol available only. Beer, wine, and mixed cocktails straight from a can.We wanted to drink with the actors as much, nay, more than they, but were sitting with glasses emptied and livers longing.How to order a drink.It was hard to relay to a wait staff that we wanted a drink while watching the show.Suggestion:Similar to Texas De Brazil, have a sign / signal for each person? A way to tell the wait staff that you need libations to cheer the actors on! (This is especially important, as we are promoted not to talk during the performance.)Meet the actors?There were so many people that had questions for the actors and desperately wanted to chat with them. It’s a shame that we couldn’t have 30 - 45 minutes of a cocktail hour after the performance to share a drink and chat. If the theater offered only canned beer at the end, I am sure there would have been plenty of buyers that would have bought a round for the cast to discuss what they just witnessed, and how it all comes together.The show was so abundantly fun, but I feel it would have been an absolute knockout if things ran a tad smoother.I really hope you consider my suggestions, and apologies if you have thought about these things, but they just aren’t feasible.I hope to return soon.

A blast!!! A definite must do while visiting The Loop! Hilarious, none stop entertainment!

Interactive and entertaining performance! The atmosphere was so fun! Fantastic actors! Definitely something different to do! A must see show!

One the highlights of our vacation. We had so much fun!

Big laughs. Interesting and intimate venue. Good drinks. Welcoming, talented, and funny cast! Cant recommend enough.

This was some much fun and very impressive. A must see if you are in the area.

I saw the show in NYC and was SO excited to see it in Chicago and it did not disappoint!! The cast is AMAZING and if you like booze, humor, and even vague references to Shakespeare you will love DS! Will be back soon :)

Theyre hilarious. They do serve snacks and drinks, which I didnt realize. Im not a huge Shakespeare fan but it was just so funny.

That was an amazing show. Definitely going again!!!

Incredible experience! Had a lot of fun!

Halarious!! Laugh out loud halarious the whole show! Great talent! Highly recommend.

Phenomenal experience! Will absolutely go again!

Very unique and intimate theatre. Drunk Shakespeare is a fun and interactive show.

Very funny. I highly recommend it.

Its exactly as described. Couldnt recommend it enough

It was awesome and my sisters boyfriend proposed to her there

This was the most fun I have had at any Chicago show!

Unique and different take on Shakespeare. Somewhat overdone with bad language and clothes coming off of imbibing cast memberOtherwise reasonably funny.

A truly unique and fun Chicago experience!

So freaking hilarious, please go see it.

Excellent fun for two couples that came. Very worth the Groupon discount.

Loved it. Well worth seeing.

Best Show Ever...super fun... loved it!!

10/10 would go again! Amazing performances, yummy drinks, and they gave us free taco Bell ️

Fabulous show and totally different and funny, great venue as its small amd fun and you feel part of the show, and for a small fee you can be but you need to like champagne haha

I haven’t laughed this hard in a long time. Totally worth the price of admission!!

A lot of fun.

Highly recommended! Great cast, great Shakespeare spin, and great drunken fun.

Awesome show, tons of fun!

Lots of fun!

So much fun!

A great experience from the start

Drunk Shakespeare was a fantastic show.

Amazing fun show! Shakespeare by/for drunk people!

Amazing, highly recommend!

Exquisite. Irreverent. Fun.

Loved it! Great show!

Ridiculously fun!!! Go see this show!

My cheeks hurt so much from laughing. What a f***ing blast

Fun night- felt like hanging out with drunk friends

Hilarious! A must watch

Great, just great

Awesome fun!

Best fun ever!

Great cast, fun atmosphere

Interactive, fun.