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Show & Tell Storytelling

Join Writers Theatre for an engaging evening of storytelling at our monthly Show & Tell series. Each event features talented professional storytellers and celebrates unique themes in a relaxed environment. Shows last about an hour and are recommended for ages 13+. 

All tickets are Pay What You Can!

*Suggested $15

Upcoming Show and Tells

Show & Tell: Love Stinks

Enough with the hearts already, am I right? Whether you're happily single, joyfully coupled, or somewhere in between, February's storytelling night promises a brief reprieve from all that talk about love. 

Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 at 7:00pm

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Show & Tell: Feeling Lucky

Join us for tales of fortunes good and bad and decide for yourself if luck is real, beginner’s or otherwise.

Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 at 7:00pm

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Show & Tell: Top Secret

We’d love to tell you more about April’s Show & Tell but we can’t. It doesn’t exist yet! For the second year in a row, WT will collaborate with New Trier’s Transition Center to put together a fabulous night of stories. Stay tuned!

Tuesday, April 14th, 2026 at 7:00pm

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Show & Tell: Work in Progress

“I don’t feel like a legend. I feel like a work in progress.” - Barbra Streisand 

The learning curve of life is a long one. Enjoy tales of growth and unfinished business at May’s Show & Tell. 

Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 at 7:00pm

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Show & Tell: True Colors

Celebrate Pride Month at Writers Theatre with an evening of stories celebrating the queer experience!

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026 at 7:00pm

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Show & Tell: Summer Nights

Summer loves, summer jobs, summer camps... July's Show & Tell takes a look back at that sweetest of times, summer break.

Tuesday, July 21st, 2026 at 7:00pm

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