SMILEY

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Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua, a sharp, funny, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has captivated audiences around the world.

Originally premiering in Barcelona, SMILEY quickly became a breakout success in Spain, enjoying extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut, the play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America, with productions in Germany, Italy, Greece, Cyprus, Chile, Puerto Rico, Peru, and beyond.

While SMILEY has become a global audience favorite, it has had only limited exposure in the United States, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ production introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audiences, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging contemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage.

When ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a stranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connection between two very different men. As texts turn into calls, and calls into something more, they navigate attraction, vulnerability, and the complicated reality of modern love.

Funny, fast, and disarmingly honest, SMILEY explores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by screens, expectations, and the fear of being truly seen.

Estimated Run Time: 1 hour and 20-minutes with no intermission

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Open Space Arts - 1411 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60642

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Friday, Jun 26

7:30pm
$15

Saturday, Jun 27

7:30pm
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Thursday, Jul 9

7:30pm
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Friday, Jul 10

7:30pm
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Saturday, Jul 11

7:30pm
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Sunday, Jul 12

5:00pm
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Thursday, Jul 16

7:30pm
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Friday, Jul 17

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Saturday, Jul 18

7:30pm
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Sunday, Jul 19

5:00pm
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