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Inside Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre as it marks 50 years

Season 2026 Episode 75 | 6m 39s

Steppenwolf Theatre Company has long been one of the nation’s most influential ensemble companies. It's known for the actors it has launched and the groundbreaking work it has produced. It’s marking its 50th season at a moment of real uncertainty for theaters. Jeffrey Brown traveled to Chicago for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

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