In the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement, The Chicago Heights Drama Group has been addressing the issue of racial justice, inclusivity and empowerment in all aspects of their Theatre. An extraordinary meeting of the general membership and community was called and held on ZOOM on the evening of July 18. More than 75 people attended. During the meeting, the Board of Directors unveiled a plan to move the organization forward and address the issue.
Chicago Fire FC announced today that midfielder Luka Stojanović has undergone successful surgery on his left knee to repair his Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL).
Governor Eric J. Holcomb today (7/23/2020) signed Executive Order 20-37 to require face coverings beginning Monday to slow the spread of Coronavirus.
Chicago Fire FC announced today the Club has loaned goalkeeper Chris Brady, forward Alex Monis and midfielder Allan Rodríguez to its USL League One affiliate, Forward Madison FC. The Fire retains the right to recall Brady, Monis and Rodriguez at any point, subject to MLS roster compliance guidelines.
New Castle, Ind. - Staff Development and Training (SD&T) hosted one of the largest conferences of the year - but this year it was done virtually.
In response to the current health situation, and in accordance with their commitment to maintaining a safe environment for their employees and patrons, First Folio Theatre has announced that they are postponing their first two scheduled productions of the 2020-2021 season.
Business is truly popping at Popcorn World in Gary, Indiana these days! The specialty popcorn brand that boasts over 250 flavors opened a store last fall in Gary with great fanfare and business remaining steady.
AWARD-WINNING TYA ARTIST KHALIA DAVIS LEADS AN ALL BLACK CAST AND CREATIVE TEAM FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY IN ADAPTING JELANI MEMORY’S "A KIDS BOOK ABOUT RACISM" | CHICAGO CHILDREN’S THEATRE, ALONG WITH 37 TYA THEATERS ACROSS THE NATION ARE CO-PRODUCING THE VIRTUAL PERFORMANCE, LED BY BAY AREA CHILDREN’S THEATRE, SEATTLE CHILDREN’S THEATRE AND ALLIANCE THEATRE
“Painters Printing/Miller Edition” begins with an artist residency from August 7 – 16 which includes classes and sidewalk sales where freshly made work will be displayed in front of the MBACD on Sunday, August 9 from 10 am - 1 pm and Friday, August 14 from 4 - 7 pm.
LEARN THE ART OF PUPPETRY | CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL PUPPET THEATER FESTIVAL TO OFFER THREE LIVE, VIRTUAL PUPPETRY WORKSHOPS IN AUGUST | Register now for Shadow Puppetry with Tom Lee, Introduction to Toy Theatre with Blair Thomas, and Playing with Crankies with Myra Su
