Citadel Theatre

A Haven for the Artist, A Home for the Audience Citadel Theatre is a professional theatre based in Lake Forest, IL celebrating its 15th season!

06/05/2026

🚨 We’re building a new website and we need your help!

As we redesign our online experience, we’re looking to our community for feedback to help shape key decisions about the new site. Your thoughts will help us create a website that is more accessible, engaging and useful for everyone.

Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey and share your ideas. Every response helps us build a stronger Citadel for our community.

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Thank you for helping us shape the future of Citadel Theatre! ❤️

06/02/2026

🎤✨ Announcing the cast of Citadel Theatre’s “Mamma Mia! Sing-Along!” This outdoor fundraiser brings together performers from across the Citadel family for a joyful celebration of ABBA’s greatest hits.

Dress up, bring a picnic and some drinks as we sing and dance under the summer sky!
Running July 24–26 at The Gloria Dei Center in Lake Forest. 🪩

🎭Cast:
(The Women)
Bailey Angel
Annie Beaubien
Melody Rowland
Ellen Phelps
(The Men)
Tom Beck
Chris Dockum
Perry Georgopoulos
Kyle Twomey

* Featuring performers from Citadel Theatre Education

🎬 Production Team:
Erin Ammer (Writer & Director)
Chris Dockum (Writer & Music Director)
Grey Sindaco (Choreographer)

Tickets are just $25, or $15 for students and groups of 10 or more at https://www.citadeltheatre.org/new-page-5

06/01/2026

Last call for Early Bird pricing 🚨

Today is the FINAL day to lock in Dance830 tickets for $100 LESS than last year before prices increase June 1.

Join us September 26 at the iconic 830 Green Bay estate for an unforgettable evening featuring live entertainment from The Gentlemen of Leisure Band, incredible food, exciting auctions, cocktails, dancing and one of the North Shore’s favorite nights of the year.

Don’t wait until midnight to remember ⏰
Secure your tickets now at https://www.citadeltheatre.org/buytickets 🎟️

05/29/2026

Shrek is in the swamp and opening night is TONIGHT! 💚👑

Don’t miss your chance to see Shrek The Musical JR. at Citadel Theatre, featuring our incredible Education students bringing everyone’s favorite fairytale misfits to life! 🐉🧅

Opening night kicks off TONIGHT at 7:30PM, and there are only 3️⃣ chances left to catch the show! Tickets for the rest of the weekend are EXTREMELY limited, so don’t ogre-think it… grab yours before they disappear! 🎟️⚡️

Get tickets now at https://www.citadeltheatre.org/shrek-jr-tickets

05/28/2026

Dance the night away ✨
…and maybe jump in the pool 💦

Join us September 26 for Dance830 at the iconic 830 Green Bay mansion in Lake Forest - featuring live music from “The Gentlemen of Leisure Band”, incredible food, exciting auctions and one unforgettable night.

Early Bird tickets are just $250 through June 1 at https://www.citadeltheatre.org/buytickets

05/26/2026

🪩 Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! a summer night full of ABBA hits! 🎶🌸

Join us for Citadel Theatre’s brand new Mamma Mia! Sing-Along Fundraiser at the Gloria Dei Center featuring familiar Citadel Theatre faces and fun for the whole family!

Bring a picnic and lawn chairs… and prepare to be entertained as live performers lead all your favorite ABBA songs. 🎤✨

🎟️ $25 tickets | Groups of 10+ just $15/ticket
📅 July 24–26, 6-7pm

Tickets available now at
https://www.citadeltheatre.org/new-page-5

05/25/2026

The students in “Shrek The Musical Jr.” have been working hard and will be opening this musical this weekend May 29-31. 🫏💚

Tickets are available at https://www.citadeltheatre.org/education-tickets-and-registration and tickets are VERY LIMITED.

Support live theatre and the next generation of artists. This is sure to be a fun-filled show with a powerful message for the whole family. 🎶

05/22/2026

🎭✨ Join Citadel Theatre for the 12th Annual Gala: Dance830 - a night of music, fundraising and incredible food you won’t forget!

⏰ The EARLY BIRD ticket deadline is June 1. Grab your tickets now before prices go up!

🍽️ Catering by Catered by Design
Enjoy elegant passed hors d’oeuvres followed by a feast with something for everyone. Come hungry!

✨ Menu highlights include:
• Culinary Stations
• Traditional Chopped Salad
• Tender Roast Top Sirloin of Beef
• Baked Artisan Rolls
• Grilled Vegetables
• Antipasto
• Margherita Flatbread
• Grilled Chicken & Pesto Flatbread
• Tri-Colored Cheese Tortellini

🍰 Sweet Finale:
Raspberry Chocolate Mousse, Banana Bread Tiramisu & Key Lime Tartlets.

🎟️ Don’t miss your chance to save. Get your Early Bird tickets today!

https://www.citadeltheatre.org/buytickets

05/21/2026

Exciting news! 🎉 We’re upgrading our website!

Your support will help us create a simpler, more beautiful, mobile-friendly experience for ticketing, class registration and exploring our productions, while also helping us unlock a critical grant.

Thank you for supporting live theatre, arts education, and the arts in our community.

Your dollar goes twice as far when you donate to the matching website grant. Donate or learn more at https://www.citadeltheatre.org/website-matching-grant

Address

300 S Waukegan Road
Lake Forest, IL
60045

Telephone

+18477358554

Website

http://www.citadeltheatre.org/

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