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View Photos & Video From Our Chicago Theatre Week Kick Off
Missed the Chicago Theatre Week Kick Off? Check out photos by Through Line Studios of the program and performances, and our Instagram reel recap of the Kick off Party.
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Watch the Recording of the Black History Month Panel
Celebrate Black History Month by watching the recording of our Black History Month Panel from last Thursday, February 8. Thank you to our panelists and The Understudy for hosting this amazing event! Watch the recording of the Black History Month Panel here.
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Ep8: LOCT February Industry Vodcast
In this month's episode, you'll meet new League member Grayson Kennedy from Gwydion Theatre, as he chats about his theatre's move from Los Angeles, and their current production of Waiting For Lefty. Then you'll get an inside look at our Black History Month Panel at The Understudy, as we celebrate and uplift Rob Wilson's production of Black by Popular Demand at The Second City, Kate Wexler's dramaturgy work on Fairview at Loyola University, and Temple Hemphill's work on 1619: The Journey of A People with 3rd Dimension Productions. If you enjoy the program, subscribe to our YouTube channel, like the video, and leave a comment. You can watch/listen to Ep 8 here!
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Fundraising Essentials Workshop
Join us for an engaging and informative 1-hour virtual training session, “Fundraising Essentials: Transforming Relationships into Dollars and Awareness for your Nonprofit Organization” on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at 3pm. This training session is FREE for League members and is designed specifically to address your current fundraising needs and skill gaps, so please come prepared to ask questions and discuss real-world fundraising challenges your organization is facing. Learn more here.
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The Samuel G. Roberson Jr. Resident Fellowship is Live!
Now in its fourth year, the Samuel G. Roberson Jr. Resident Fellowship, administered by the League of Chicago Theatres, offers early to mid-career Black theater artists the opportunity to work with a Chicago-based non-profit organization in a supportive environment. The Fellowship provides the Artist with a grant of $20,000 and the Partner Organization receives $7,500 to support their work with the Artist. The Focus Area of the 2024 Samuel G. Roberson Jr. Resident Fellowship this year is Artivist. Application Deadline: 3/1/24. You can find all the information and application forms here.
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ComEd Applications Are Live!
The ComEd Powering the Arts Program has been designed to assist local institutions in these efforts by providing funding for some expenses toward these goals (grant awards of up to $10,000).
Eligible applicants are nonprofit arts and cultural institutions that are located within ComEd’s service territory, and must be in good standing with ComEd related to provision of utilities. Application Deadline: 3/29/24. You can find all the information and application forms here.
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Call for Women’s History Month Listings
March is Women's History Month! As we approach March, the League is looking to feature your programming celebrating and showcasing women on our social media channels, in our blog, and in the press. Email kara@chicagoplays.com to submit your events.
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Season of Concern and Remy Bumppo Theatre Company invite you to a FREE event on March 11 at 4pm to learn about financial grants that assist Chicagoland theatre makers in need. We’ll have a nosh, socialize, and hear a brief presentation about our two grant-giving programs, open to ALL theatre workers who need financial assistance. Please join us to learn about how Season of Concern can benefit you and your teams! RSVP by March 4 to Michael at Michael@seasonofconcern.org or 312-332-0518. Location: Remy Bumppo Rehearsal Room - 1751 W. Grace St. | | |
Join Lawyers for the Creative Arts for a monthly Nonprofit Compliance Series on arts nonprofit laws and best practices. This space is ideal for those interested in or currently managing an arts nonprofit in Illinois as staff or board. All are welcome and encouraged to drop in to one program, attend the full series, or anything in between. Those who attend all 7 programs in the series (either in-person or online) will be eligible to earn a certificate of completion for the Nonprofit Compliance Series. Learn more, and register for a date here. | | |
The Saints Volunteers for the Performing Arts are excited to announce our Grants Assistance Program for artistic development or production-related purposes! Whether it's costumes, commissioning works, or community engagement, we're here to support your creative journey; and, to help bring your artistic vision to life. Check out the criteria for the 2024 application process and get ready to apply when the link goes live Monday, February 19. Learn more here. | | |
The Illinois Theater Association (ITA) proudly unveils its groundbreaking Professional Interviews, Auditions & Networking Opportunities (PIANO) Conference, set to transform the landscape of the theater industry. Scheduled for February 16 and 17, 2024, the inaugural PIANO Conference will take place at the prestigious Drury Lane Theater, located at 100 Drury Lane, Oak Brook Terrace, IL 60181. With an aim to bridge the gap between employers and industry professionals. Learn more here. | | | |
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Featured Business Affiliate
Valued internationally as creative and insightful design partners, Schuler Shook consistently creates exceptional design solutions in architectural lighting design, theatre planning and audio video design. We design for today and for the future. With over 35 years of experience, we are fully engaged in understanding and elevating the project vision. View the full list of League Business Affiliates here.
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Post Your Shows on ChicagoPlays.com
Post all of your upcoming shows on ChicagoPlays.com to be featured on our patron facing website, social media platforms, seasonal theatre guides, “ChicagoPlays Extra” emails, and more.
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Sell Discount Tickets on HotTix.org
Grow your audience by offering discount tickets through Hot Tix. Your performances will be featured on the Hot Tix website, social media platforms, and included in email blasts to a large list of loyal subscribers. Contact Hot Tix for more information on how to take advantage of this service.
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SmarTix Free Student Tickets Program
Send us your show information and we will email a large list of Chicago area college students a complementary email invitation to select performances at your theatre. Contact Kara Jackson if you are interested in taking advantage of this program.
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View/Post Industry Offers
Go to our Industry Ticket Offers page to see all current available offers. Current offers posted from Young People's Theatre, Definition Theatre, Northbrook Theatre, The Studebaker Theater, Northlight Theatre, TimeLine Theatre Company, Shattered Globe Theatre, Steppenwolf Theater Company, Teatro ZinZanni, Music Theater Works, and Court Theatre. To add your industry offers to our website, use this form, or contact Kara Jackson.
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Review the Opening Night & Gala Calendar
Our opening night & gala calendar is the go-to information source for press outlets, critics, and theatres across the city. Make sure that you check this calendar before planning your press openings or galas and add them to this calendar as soon as they are scheduled. Use this form to submit your press opening or gala performance information or contact Kara Jackson with any questions.
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Add Performances to the Access Calendar
Make sure to enter the dates for your upcoming access performances when you submit your shows to ChicagoPlays.com. These performances are compiled and searchable on our Access Calendar. If you have any questions, contact Kara Jackson.
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