What’s happening at American Blues
2026 BOO BASH
OCT 25, 2026 from 4:00-7:00 PM
You’re invited to our annual, costumed Halloween fundraiser! Tickets only $35! Featuring killer karaoke, pumpkin decorating, campfire stories, costume contest, seasonal bites, and the Corridor of Horror. READ MORE.
WOMEN+ ON THE EDGE OF DEMOCRACY
NOV 2, 2026 @ 7:00 PM CT via Zoom
Join us for 6 world premiere short plays in a national, groundbreaking initiative that encourages conversation about American democracy. Featuring award-winning playwrights Lauren M. Gunderson, Lisa Loomer, Lynn Nottage, Dael Orlandersmith, Sarah Ruhl, and Heidi Schreck. 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.
DOLORES CLAIBORNE
NOV 18, 2026
Next up in Rubber Banned Book Club is Stephen King’s novel Dolores Claiborne. Excerpts read by ensemble members Dawn Bach and Suzanne Petri. 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.
HOMETOWN HERO
NOV 19 – DEC 27, 2026
Coming soon!
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