Love is about to get loud, messy, and deliciously drunk. For the very first time, Drunk Romeo & Juliet is making its Chicago debut, opening just in time for Valentine’s Day. The limited-run engagement will play February 4 through September 12, 2026, bringing Shakespeare’s most iconic love story to the Windy City, served on the rocks. Presented by the Drunk Shakespeare Society, Drunk Romeo & Juliet features one professional actor who downs five shots of whiskey before diving headfirst into the world of star-crossed lovers. What follows is a bold, boozy tale of passion where love is intoxicating, sword fights are sexy, and tragedy has never been this hilarious. Whether audiences are hopeless romantics or simply here for the happy hour, this is the greatest love story ever told, with a very generous pour. The Chicago premiere will take place at The Lion Theatre (182 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL 60601), with performances running Wednesday through Sunday at various times. Tickets are on sale now at drunkshakespeare.com/chicago. Follow the fun on Instagram @drunkshakespeare.

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