2014 Ripped: the Living Newspaper Festival
Ripped: the Living Newspaper Festival is based on the 1930’s WPA era program that brought Orson Welles, Arthur Miller and Clifford Odets into public attention.
Read moreCongratulations to Douglas Post for winning American Blues Theater’s 2014 Blue Ink Playwriting Award.
Douglas Post wins American Blues Theater’s 2014 Blue Ink Playwriting Award
Congratulations to Douglas Post for winning American Blues Theater’s 2014 Blue Ink Playwriting Award. His script Comden Mall Community Activists was chosen from over 400 submissions across the U.S., Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Read moreJoin us for the 2014 Blue Bash Auction!
2014 Blue Bash Auction
Join us for the 2014 Blue Bash Auction to benefit the American Blues Theater.
Video for “It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!”
Watch a quick snippet of the performance "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!"
Read moreThis story is a staple of our mission: American Blues Theater illuminates the American ideas of freedom, equality, and opportunity in the plays we produce and communities we serve.
History of “It’s a Wonderful Life” and American Blues Theater
Our Ensemble believes it is an honor and duty to serve our community. We are proud to partner with the USO, the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, Anixter Center, and Misericordia.
Read morePreviews for “It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!” Tickets are nearly sold out. Call 773.404.7336 today!
Previews for “It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!”
Previews for “It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!” Tickets are nearly sold out. Call 773.404.7336 today!
Read moreOur Ensemble member and resident dramaturg Kelli Marino created the 2013 It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago! Playguide.
“It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!” Playguide
Our Ensemble member and resident dramaturg Kelli Marino created the 2013 It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago! Playguide.
Read moreJoin us for “Pink Previews”on November 22 & 23 at 7:30. Proceeds from our “Pink Preview” performances will be donated to The Lynn Sage Foundation for breast cancer research.
“Pink Previews” for It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!
Join us for “Pink Previews” on November 22 & 23 at 7:30. Proceeds from our “Pink Preview” performances will be donated to The Lynn Sage Foundation for breast cancer research.
“It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago” Cast Announced!
IAN PAUL CUSTER (Harry) is a proud artistic affiliate at American Blues Theater. He’s excited to return to It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago! for his second straight year. Recent Chicago credits include: To Master the Art (Broadway Playhouse/TimeLine Theatre);...
Read moreWe’re grateful to be named in Newcity’s “Best of Chicago“!
We’re in Newcity’s “Best of Chicago”!
Best Tribute Show That’s Actually a Play – “Hank Williams: Lost Highway and Best Mother/Daughter Directorial Effort – “Collected Stories”