Read more“Once I heard Matt sing at the reading, I was more than sold. Quite frankly he’s so good at capturing the heart and soul of Hank Williams that he could just sing a concert and it would be worth the price of admission.”
American Blues Theater’s HANK WILLIAMS blog #1
I was asked to read HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY by Wendy Whiteside and I thought it was pretty good and an interesting read. Once I heard Matt sing at the reading, I was more than sold.
“Hank Williams: Lost Highway” Discount in Chicago
We’re offering a $5 off discount with the code word BLUES. Call our box office (773) 404-7336 or buy tickets online here.
“Hank Williams: Lost Highway” first rehearsal in Chicago!
The talent in the rehearsal room is astounding! First preview is August 30. Call the box office (773) 404-7336 today!
The Hank Williams: Lost Highway Artists and Crew
WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST DANA BLACK (Waitress) is a proud artistic affiliate of American Blues Theater. She is thrilled to be back in the diner again with Hank and American Blues. Recent credits include, Miss Marx (Strawdog Theatre and winner of the 2014 Non-Equity Jeff...
Read moreIt’s Theater Week! Enter for a chance to win tickets to some of Chicago’s great theaters, including American Blues Theater, from now until August 4th.
American Blues & ComEd’s “The Coolest Summer Ever”!
The coolest week of the ComEd’s Coolest Week Ever is underway. It’s Theater Week! Enter for a chance to win tickets to some of Chicago’s great theaters
Read moreAmerican Blues Theater presents a staged-reading of Elaine Romero’s play GRAVEYARD OF EMPIRES. This script is the winner of our 2013 Blue Ink Playwriting Award.
“Graveyard of Empires” Staged-Reading
Software Engineer Drew Snider has a mind that remembers every moment of his life. Maybe that’s why he can never quite let go of his ex-wife, Shanti, and why he still remembers the software he developed for unmanned flying vehicles for the U.S. military.
Read moreWe are seeking submissions of new plays for our 2014 award. The winning play will be selected by the theater’s award-winning Ensemble.
Blue Ink Call for Submissions!
We are seeking submissions of new plays for our 2014 award. The winning play will be selected by the theater’s award-winning Ensemble. The winner of this annual competition will be awarded the Blue Ink Playwriting Award.
RIPPED FESTIVAL on JUNE 24th!
Join us for the annual Ripped Festival on June 24th at the American Blues Theater!
Read more“Whip-smart! American Blues Theater’s production is so darn on-the-money! Delicious and admirably honest couple of hours… Intimate, classy, involving, well-acted production.” – Chicago Tribune.
Collected Stories is a HIT!
“Whip-smart! American Blues Theater’s production is so darn on-the-money! Delicious and admirably honest couple of hours… Intimate, classy, involving, well-acted production.” – Chicago Tribune.
Read more“This production culminates in a knock-down, drag-out that leaves welts.” –Tony Adler, Chicago Reader
RAVE REVIEWS FOR COLLECTED STORIES!!
“FIVE STARS (out of 5)! MUST SEE ‘STORY’! Incredible production! American Blues Theater, one of Chicago’s pioneers, just keeps getting stronger. Masterful set designed by Sarah E. Ross and solid lighting by Sarah Hughey!” –Alan Bresloff, Around the Town