Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Yas Maple is a professional in the theatrical costume industry, having worked as a Stitcher at Chicago Shakespeare Theater since December 2010. Prior to that, Yas was a Costume Crafts Artisan at Steppenwolf Theatre Company. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Costume Technology from DePaul University, Yas is skilled in constructing new garments and altering existing garments for theatrical use.
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.