American Blues Theater | Chicago, IL

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What’s happening at Blues

BUDDY-THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY

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VOTING GUIDE

THROUGH APRIL 4

Learn more about your right to vote, including the process and how-to’s in your neighborhood. Read more.

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GARAGE CONCERT

APRIL 13

Artistic Affiliate Liz Chidester performs greatest hits from women in Americana live in person and streaming through Zoom. Don’t miss this one-night-only event. Read more.

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2023 Blue Bash

APRIL 23, 2023

Join us for our annual party to raise funds for our artistic programming, community service, and arts education. Read more.

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ARTS EDUCATION

SELF-PACED THROUGH APR 30

Enjoy a wide range of classes taught by our Ensemble members, Artistic Affiliates, and staff to improve your craft or learn a new skill. Level up here! Read more.

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2023 BLUE INK AWARD

1 WINNER; 17 FINALISTS; 32 SEMI-FINALISTS

We proudly announce the recipient of the 2023 Blue Ink Award is Kristoffer Diaz for his play Things With Friends. Read more.

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OUR FIRST HOME

OPENING IN NOV 2023

We are thrilled to announce the launch of “Our First Home” campaign and purchase of a property in Chicago’s Lincoln Avenue North Arts District. Read more.

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YEAR IN REVIEW

JANUARY – DECEMBER 2022

From award winning productions, new work development, to free concerts in the park, see what we did in 2022. Learn more.

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Impact Report

SEASON 36

Learn about our programming, services, and financials from July 2021 through June 2022. Coming soon.

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