⭐ SAW The Musical: The Unauthorized Parody of Saw - Live in Chicago is a boundary-pushing horror-comedy musical at The Den Theatre in Chicago, hilariously reimagining the iconic bathroom trap from the original Saw film.
Highlights
🎭 A bold parody blending Saw’s intense horror with raunchy comedy and an unexpected love story
🔪 Explicit sexual humor, simulated gore, and intense strobe effects — not for the faint-hearted
🎵 Like Little Shop of Horrors meets Avenue Q, pushing boundaries on sexuality and life
🩸 Fans of Saw will love the clever references and twisted love story
🏆 Praised as a “Gay Cult Classic” with hilarious absurdity and genuine affection for the original series
General Info
📅 Dates and times: Select your date and time in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 2 hours, including one 15-minute intermission
📍 Location: The Den Theatre, 1331 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
👤 Age requirement: Suitable for mature audiences only
⚠️ Parental advisory: Explicit content, strobe effects, and simulated gore on stage within the experience — suitable for mature audiences only
♿ Accessibility: Venue is ADA accessible
❓ Please consult the FAQs for this experience here
🎭 Ran Off-Broadway for two years since 2023, National tour Now running across the US since 2024, and LA production ran for a year
Description
One of the most thought-provoking horror films of all time is now a musical parody! SAW The Musical hilariously reenacts the original’s bathroom trap scene where Lawrence Gordon and Adam Stanheight meet for the first time. Will they follow the twisted rules and escape the deadly game? Filled with fluidity, laughs, and lots of fluids, this show is a boundary-pushing love story with sharp wit and nods to Saw fans. Expect a wild ride blending horror, humor, and heartfelt moments, perfect for fans who want to laugh their way through this classic’s legacy.
The Den Theatre Chicago
Highlights
🎭 A bold parody blending Saw’s intense horror with raunchy comedy and an unexpected love story
🔪 Explicit sexual humor, simulated gore, and intense strobe effects — not for the faint-hearted
🎵 Like Little Shop of Horrors meets Avenue Q, pushing boundaries on sexuality and life
🩸 Fans of Saw will love the clever references and twisted love story
🏆 Praised as a “Gay Cult Classic” with hilarious absurdity and genuine affection for the original series
General Info
📅 Dates and times: Select your date and time in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 2 hours, including one 15-minute intermission
📍 Location: The Den Theatre, 1331 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
👤 Age requirement: Suitable for mature audiences only
⚠️ Parental advisory: Explicit content, strobe effects, and simulated gore on stage within the experience — suitable for mature audiences only
♿ Accessibility: Venue is ADA accessible
❓ Please consult the FAQs for this experience here
🎭 Ran Off-Broadway for two years since 2023, National tour Now running across the US since 2024, and LA production ran for a year
Description
One of the most thought-provoking horror films of all time is now a musical parody! SAW The Musical hilariously reenacts the original’s bathroom trap scene where Lawrence Gordon and Adam Stanheight meet for the first time. Will they follow the twisted rules and escape the deadly game? Filled with fluidity, laughs, and lots of fluids, this show is a boundary-pushing love story with sharp wit and nods to Saw fans. Expect a wild ride blending horror, humor, and heartfelt moments, perfect for fans who want to laugh their way through this classic’s legacy.
The Den Theatre Chicago
4.3/5
based on 98 reviews
- My mom and I saw this show for my 18th birthday and I swear to god I’ve seen a better, funnier, more enjoyable show. Our faces hurt from smiling and the splash zone was one of the most memorable moments of my life. Shoutout Dr. Lawrence Gordon and our multiple moments of interaction/eye contact. Everyone is so incredibly talented and I feel honored to have gotten to see this show.
- Absolutely hilarious.
- Smartly written, well directed. The actors were tremendous. Will be beck to see it again!
- Good time all around! My group did not stop laughing the whole time. Cast was great! Definitely a must watch!
- This was such a fun musical to see. I brought my friend who doesn’t really care for horror or musicals and she loved it!
- This show was both ridiculous and hilarious.
The Den Theatre
The Den Theatre, located in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood, is a multi-venue arts center well known for hosting comedy, theatre, and live events, and for its intimate performance spaces and welcom...
