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Thanks for Grooving with Us!
We had so much fun on the dance floor with you on Monday! We would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to everyone who showed up, dressed up, and danced the night away to celebrate the League's 45th Anniversary. Cheers to 45 years of theatre advocacy, and many more years to come. View Photos of the event here!
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International Artist Support Panel
The League of Chicago Theatres, in conjunction with The Chicago Latino Theater Alliance, and the Instituto Cervantes of Chicago, are hosting an International Artist Support Panel on Friday, May 3, 2024 from 2:30-4:30PM at Instituto Cervantes (31 W Ohio St.). Join us as we gather with leaders from across the arts industry to discuss best practices on how to support international artists and international work, followed by an opportunity for attendees to ask questions to our panelists. Learn more and RSVP here.
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April Industry Podcast
In this month's podcast, we'll get to know new League members: Hannah Loessberg and Nealie Timlin, co-founders of Lazy Susan Theatre Co. We chat with them about their production of Madam and Steve at Greenhouse Theater Center. Then we take it to Shattered Globe's rehearsal spaces to talk with Director, AmBer D. Montgomery and Ensemble Member, Jazzma Pryor about their production of JUMP at Theater Wit. FInally, get an inside look at our last industry night hosted at Kubo with Remy Bumppo Theatre Company for their production of Love Song at Theater Wit. Watch here.
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May is AAPI Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month!
As we approach May, the League is looking to feature your programming celebrating and showcasing AAPI and mental health related shows on social media and our blog. Email kara@chicagoplays.com to submit your events.
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LOCT Seeking performers for Sundays on State Street
The League of Chicago Theatres and Chicago Loop Alliance are seeking performers for Sundays on State Street taking place June 16 & July 14 from 11am-6pm. Interested in singing, dancing, or acting on the State Street stage? Fill out our performer entry form HERE and select your preferred day for performing.
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TCG National Conference Scholarship and Subsidy Opportunities
Scholarship and subsidy opportunities are available to folks experiencing critical needs or financial hardship. A minimum of 51% of support will be awarded to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), TGNC, and disability communities. In addition, TCG encourages multigenerational representation and applications from those who are: 30 years old and under, 60 years old and over. Learn more here.
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Join Congo Square Theatre with Broadway In Chicago for the Chicago premiere of August Wilson’s autobiographical show, HOW I LEARNED WHAT I LEARNED. Directed by Ken-Matt Martin and featuring Chicago’s own Harry Lennix portraying August Wilson!
This limited engagement will run from April 20 – May 5, 2024 at Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut St). League Friends can receive $34 regular price seats (reg. $45) with code CSTPARTNER here.
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Join the May Convening of the Philanthropy Club of Illinois for a discussion on securing arts grants in Illinois on Tuesday, May 7, 9:00 am - 10:30 am. Our panel will feature diverse perspectives on the arts funding scene – an artist, a funder, an advocate – and offer insights, strategies, and tips for navigating the current grants landscape in Illinois. Register here to attend. | | |
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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 Remy Bumppo, Congo Square, Chicago a capella, Steppenwolf, Pemberley Productions, Northlight Theatre, Definition Theatre, Teatro ZinZanni, Raven Theatre, 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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