What’s happening at American Blues
2027 BLUE INK AWARD
SUBMIT THRU AUG 31
Read our 2027 Blue Ink Award guidelines before submissions open on August 1! We’ve added another requisite – a short letter of professional or academic support for the script or playwright. SUBMIT HERE.
BLACK GIRL FROM A WHITE SUBURB
SEPT 4 – OCT 4, 2026
Don’t miss artistic affiliate Tania Richard’s tour-de-force solo show adapted from her published memoir. Blending cautionary tales, social commentary, and humor, Tania takes the leading role in a culture that often relegates Black women to supporting characters. READ MORE.
2026 MIDTERMS
NOW – NOV. 3, 2026
Theater directly ties to a healthy democracy! It encourages critical thinking, promotes empathy, fosters community engagement and education, offers platform for dissent, and celebrates our differences. READ MORE.
IT'S WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!
NOV 19 – DEC 27, 2026
25th anniversary of Chicago’s holiday smash hit! Filled with heartwarming storytelling, music, and some very special surprises! Membership holders may purchase tickets now. BUY TICKETS.
MEMBERSHIPS
2026-2027
We offer 3 ways to save on tickets for SEASON 41: 3-Show Previews, 3-Show Regular, & VIP Memberships. Packages start as low as $59! READ MORE.
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