Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Paige Whitson-Martini is an accomplished arts professional currently serving as General Manager and Director of Producing at Chicago Shakespeare Theater since August 2019, where previous roles included Producing Associate and Creative Community Engagement Manager. With a strong background in theater administration and production, Paige has held positions such as Manager of Individual Giving and Development Coordinator at Arden Theatre Company, along with being a Company Member at Theatre Contra. Educationally, Paige holds a Master of Fine Arts in Arts Leadership and a Graduate Certificate in Women and Gender Studies from DePaul University, as well as a Master of Arts in Shakespeare Studies from King's College London. Experience also encompasses research assistance examining gender and the #MeToo movement in American theatre, along with various artistic roles in productions at prestigious institutions like the Royal Opera House and The Old Globe.
Chicago Shakespeare Theater
A Regional Tony Award recipient, Chicago Shakespeare Theater produces a year-round season—plays, musicals, world premieres, family productions, and theatrical presentations from around the globe—alongside nationally recognized education programming, each year serving tens of thousands of students, teachers, and lifelong learners. Founded in 1986, the Theater’s onstage work has expanded to as many as twenty productions and 650 performances annually. Dedicated to welcoming the next generation of theatergoers, one in four audience members is under the age of eighteen. As a nonprofit organization, Chicago Shakespeare works to embrace diversity, prioritize inclusion, provide equitable opportunities, and offer an accessible experience for all. On the Theater’s three stages at its home on Navy Pier, in classrooms and neighborhoods across the city, and in venues around the world, Chicago Shakespeare is a multifaceted cultural hub—inviting audiences, artists, and community members to share powerful stories that connect and inspire.