Welcome to our 41st anniversary season! We’re excited to share 4 incredible productions with you – world premiere of BLACK GIRL FROM A WHITE SUBURB by artistic affiliate Tania Richard; the 25th anniversary of our holiday classic IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!; Chicago premiere of UHURU; 2024 Blue Ink Award winning world premiere of THE CONQUERED. In addition to our plays, we continue with our popular The Common series, @Home Accessibility Series, Rubber Banned Book Club, and arts education. There’s something for all ages and interests. Experience world class theater at a working class price.

BLACK GIRL FROM A WHITE SUBURB

by artistic affiliate Tania Richard

directed by J. Nicole Brooks

September 4 – October 4, 2026

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IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!

the original, interactive tradition

directed by Exec. Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside

music directed by ensemble member Michael Mahler

November 19 – December 27, 2026

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Additional programming includes The Commons – in person community events (readings, small concerts, karaoke, trivia, Town Halls) that occur 1 Monday per month; @Home – an accessibility series of readings and concerts live-streamed from artists’ homes; Rubber Banned Book Club – our award-winning artists read passages live and host discussions; New Work – developing the classics of the tomorrow through the Blue Ink Award, The Ripped Festival, readings and commissions; Arts Education – education initiatives for all ages, including Classes for the Masses, school matinees, Ripped in Chicago Public Schools, and The Check It Out Project.

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Additional events include Boo Bash – annual costume party; It’s a Wonderful Party – annual holiday party; Blue Bash – annual swanky party with live and silent auctions.