About
Music Theater Works is a professional not-for-profit music theater company based in Skokie, Illinois, founded in 1980. Originally established as Light Opera Works, the company has produced over 150 productions, becoming a key player in the Chicago area's musical theater scene. Its mission focuses on presenting a wide range of works, from classic to contemporary, while fostering the next generation of theater professionals and engaging the community in the arts. The company offers a variety of productions, including full performances of standard musical theater repertoire, new works, and historic operettas. Music Theater Works also emphasizes community involvement through programs like YouthREACH, which educates young people in all aspects of theater, and CommunityREACH, which fosters partnerships and engagement within the community. The company performs at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts and has facilities for rehearsals and events at the Joyce Saxon Rehearsal Center in Wilmette.