ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPCOMING EVENTS

We’ve reflected since making our statement of solidarity (May 30), and we know it is not enough. Lifelong work must be done to achieve racial equity. Learn more.

Thank you for reaching out during these challenging times. We send our warmest wishes for your continued health and well-being.  Read more.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Yes, My Name is Lucy. Written by Ensemble member Wandachristine; directed by Ensemble member Chuck Smith. Featuring Tony Award winner Deanna Dunagan and Artistic Affiliate Camille Robinson. More soon.

SELF-PACED THRU AUG 30, 2020

Enjoy classes taught by American Blues Ensemble & Artistic Affiliates. For all ages – improve your craft or learn a new skill. This is your opportunity to level up. Learn more.

ONLINE LIBRARY

Due to the pandemic, we’ve moved our annual benefit performance to an online script library: 30 short plays in 30 days! Celebrate these generous and fantastic playwrights all month. Read scripts.

NOV 12, 2020 – JAN 2, 2021

Second longest-running holiday play in Chicago. Join us for a live 1940s radio broadcast. Cookies & milk served after the show by the cast.  Read more.

 SEPT 3 – OCT 16, 2021

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize. This is the sensational drama about Troy Maxson, a former star of the Negro Baseball League, who now works as a garbage man in 1957 Pittsburgh. Read more.

TO BE DETERMINED 2021-2022

Working mom Alma has single-handedly raised her daughter, Angel, on tough love, home-cooked comida, and lots of prayers. A sacrifice from Alma’s past weighs heavy on their present. Will the American Dream cost them a life together?  Read more.