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Experience Chicago Theater on two St Charles Stages

Mainstage Theater

The Mainstage Theater in St Charles, formerly the home of professional dinner theater for 30 years, has been reinvented after undergoing a $4.5 million renovation, making Pheasant Run theater better than ever. The Mainstage Theater now offers stadium seating for 320 individuals, improved sightlines for all audience members and state-of-the-art sound and lighting. Enjoy a full theater season of exceptional productions presented/produced by Noble Fool Theatricals, known for bringing Chicago’s most renowned actors, directors and playwrights right to St. Charles.

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Studio Theater

Preservation Hall, our Studio Theater on Bourbon Street in St Charles, features interactive comedies on weekends.   This Chicago theater has general seating for up to 168 individuals.

What’s Playing:

Tony n Tina’s Wedding

Multiple Dates

You’re invited to be a guest at Tony n’ Tina’s hysterical Italian-American wedding, where you’re part of the family! read more

Over the Tavern

February 4 – April 3, 2010

A hilarious and touching family comedy about growing up in the 1950’s that would even make the Cleavers at a loss for good advice! read more

Flanagan’s Wake

March 13, 2010

Join the colorful inhabitants of Grapplin, County Sligo, Ireland in mourning the passing of its most celebrated citizen, Flanagan, and make your claim to the Flanagan fortune! read more

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

March 20 – April 3, 2010

The NFT Youth Ensemble brings you some Disney magic in this traditional fairy tale. read more

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

April 22 – June 13, 2010

Putnam County’s quirkiest and nerdiest spelling titans want nothing more than to be the B-E-S-T in this Tony Award-winning new musical comedy. read more

Defending the Caveman

April 9 & 10, 2010

While the misunderstandings of the gender gap are insightfully revealed, you’ll find yourself identifying with all the ways men and women fight, laugh, and love. read more

The Wonder Bread Years

July 9 – 11, 2010

You’re in for a real treat (better than a Dilly bar!) as you savor the past with a comical salute to the Baby Boomer Generation. read more

Denny Diamond: Neil Diamond Tribute

July 17, 2010

Hear his voice and become an instant “believer” of Denny Diamond’s baritone voice and flawless renditions of your favorite Neil Diamond songs! read more

Wizard of Oz

July 23 – August 8, 2010

Prepare to be transported “over the rainbow” by the NFT Youth Ensemble! Join Dorothy and Toto on their quest along the Yellow Brick Road to see the wizard. read more

The Second City: 50th Anniversary Tour

July 24 & 31, 2010

Known for their unique brand of cutting-edge improvisational mayhem, celebrate The Second City’s milestone 50th Anniversary with some of the most memorable sketches. read more

Neverly Brothers: A Rock n’ Roll Evolution

August 7, 2010

Experience the fiery energy of Chicago’s Neverly Brothers as they bridge the gap between 50s rockabilly and the early 60s British invasion. read more

Defending the Caveman

August 13 - 15, 2010

While the misunderstandings of the gender gap are insightfully revealed, you’ll find yourself identifying with all the ways men and women fight, laugh, and love. read more

Hot Rocks: Rolling Stones Tribute

August 21, 2010

If you like the Rolling Stones, you’ll love the sound, look, costumes, and energy Chicago’s very own Hot Rocks will bring to the mainstage. read more

Red Herring: A Murder-Mystery Comedy

September 2 – October 24, 2010

A 1950’s murder-mystery comedy with three love stories, a murder mystery, and a nuclear espionage…oh my! read more

It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

November 5 – December 26, 2010

Inspired by the beloved American holiday classic, you’ll become a part of WVL Radio’s live broadcast as actors bring the fateful story of George Bailey to life. read more

The Second City’s Dysfunctional Holiday Revue

December 10, 17 & 21, 2010

Take a break from that holiday shopping to just sit down and laugh with Chicago’s best-known comedy troupe. read more

Disney’s Alice in Wonderland

December 4 - 19, 2010

Alice has stumbled into a strange world filled with even stranger characters. Join the NFT Youth Ensemble in this journey where anything is possible. read more