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Small. Visionary. Immersive.

Parker Players Theater Company crafts intimate, artist driven productions that invite audiences into the heart of the story.

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Rooted in Barrington and inspired by Chicago’s vibrant theater tradition, we believe that theater is a shared act of connection.

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We commit to producing work of the highest caliber—immediate, meticulously crafted, and immersive—reminding us why live storytelling

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President
Dan McHugh

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Vice-President
Ann Field

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Treasurer
Emily Douville​

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Members at Large

Ray Harris

Lori Rowe

Reinhold Llerena

Judy Tolle

Joe Bateman

Julie Price

ARTISTIC TEAM

Artistic Director

Jennifer McHugh

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Light/Sound Design

Ray Harris

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Scenic Design

Dan McHugh

Emily Douville

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Graphic Design

Kristine Keegan
Blue Frog Design

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Photographer
Kyle Flubacker

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Branding, Design & Website 
Liz Benedetto,
Ashby Creative Lab

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Our story.

Parker Players Theater Company, we are a small, visionary, and fearless team dedicated to delivering high quality theatrical productions to YOU.

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In 2019, when the Parker Players Theater Company lost its original home to progress in Barrington, IL a spark of resilience ignited. Led by the visionary Mark Parker and a community of dreamers, the theater found strength in adversity. Unfazed by the absence of a permanent space, they turned makeshift venues into stages, bringing to life captivating productions like "One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest" and "12 Angry Men."

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Despite a brief hiatus due to the 2020 pandemic, Parker Players not only persevered but thrived, celebrating local talent in diverse settings. Now, the story takes a jubilant turn as the company proudly announces a permanent residence at 'The Barrington' on 540 W. Northwest Highway.

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The next act? The 'Stage the Build' campaign, an exciting initiative to transform their new home into a cutting-edge black box theater. As the spotlight shines on this fresh chapter, Parker Players invites the community to be part of the joyous narrative, helping bring their vibrant vision for Barrington's cultural future to life. The stage is set, and the community is poised to create something truly extraordinary together.

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Recent Past Productions

2026 Season (upcoming)

The Lion In Winter

The Lifespan of a Fact

Rumors

The Roommate

Holiday Radio Show

2024

ART

Amadeus

Orphans

Laughing All The Way...

2022

Love Loss & What I Wore

12 Angry Men

Suite Surrender

Ripcord

2025 Season

Glengarry Glen Ross

Mauritius

Pride & Prejudice 

Dead Man's Cell Phone

Holiday Radio Show

2023

Love/Sick

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Lend Me A Tenor

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