The Heart of
Gold Theatre

Poster for the show An Intervention by Mike Bartlett. Showing a vintage looking photo of an atomic bomb mushroom cloud.

AN INTERVENTION
by Mike Bartlett

July 22nd – August 9th, 2026
Pierce Hall at 77 W Washington St. Chicago, IL
Directed by Aaron Henrickson
Starring Amanda Egle and Taylor Adams

A searing -- and, for better or worse, timeless -- comedy penned by English screenwriter and playwright Mike Bartlett, An Intervention deftly and humorously explores how a three-year friendship nearly collapses, triggered by polarizing views on politics and war. The title is a sharp double-entendre: she needs an intervention for her drinking, while he supports an intervention... elsewhere.

First produced in the UK in 2014, Bartlett's script deploys searing, quick-witted banter to enchant audiences and remains just challenging enough to spark engaging discussions for the ride home. Performed by two fresh and electrifying Chicago actors, what better way to bring friends and communities together than with something hilarious that speaks to the moment?

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  • Director:
    • Aaron Henrickson
  • Cast:
    • Amanda Egle (A)
    • Taylor Adams (B)
  • Stage Manager:
    • El O'Brien
  • Fight/Intimacy Director:
    • Becca Schwartz
  • Production Design:
    • Sound Design: Ron Hale
    • Lighting Design: Nathan Keiller

Although this show can be very funny, it sensitively and seriously tackles difficult themes, including alcohol and suicide. It also contains strong language.

Mike Bartlett is a Tony-nominated playwright and screenwriter. The British author was Writer-In-Residence at the National Theatre, and Pearson Playwright in Residence at The Royal Court Theatre. His play King Charles III won the British Critic’s Circle Award and Olivier Award for Best New Play, and was nominated for a 2016 Tony Award for Best New Play. Bartlett’s play Cock (2009) and its companion work Bull (2013) played to accolades off-Broadway in New York.

About Us

Hi,

We’re The Heart of Gold.

We’re named after a spaceship from a science fiction novel.

We believe that theatre is the finest living exhibition of the human spirit.

We also think that it can be a total waste of time.

Our mission is to be that first thing.

Sincerely,

Taylor Adams
Artistic Director