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The Chi is a timely coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents who become linked by coincidence but bonded by the need for connection and redemption. Kevin is the pre-teen who must step past shattered illusions and embrace the normal rites of childhood, while Brandon the dreamer makes his own nearly impossible leap of faith to succeed in life and love with girlfriend Jerrika. Emmett is the carefree teen is thrust into complex responsibility with guidance from his mother Jada, and Ronnie is the drifter whose struggle to love and be loved calls into question his every pursuit.

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World Premiere of HOW BLOOD GO to Open at Steppenwolf's 1700 Theater in March Photo World Premiere of HOW BLOOD GO to Open at Steppenwolf's 1700 Theater in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 30, 2023

Congo Square Theatre Company will present the World Premiere of How Blood Go by Cleveland-based playwright Lisa Langford, a provocative – and wholly topical – story of two family members who are subject to medical experiments without their consent, 50 years apart....


James Ijames' Pulitzer Prize-Winning FAT HAM Will Open on Broadway in 2023 Photo James Ijames' Pulitzer Prize-Winning FAT HAM Will Open on Broadway in 2023
by Nicole Rosky - December 05, 2022

The 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Fat Ham by James Ijames will make its Broadway premiere in 2023. The Public’s Associate Artistic Director and Resident Director Saheem Ali returns to direct the complete original Off-Broadway cast, including Nikki Crawford as “Tedra,” Chris Herbie Holland as “T...


SUMMER OF VIOLENCE World Premiere Set For American Black Film Festival Photo SUMMER OF VIOLENCE World Premiere Set For American Black Film Festival
by Michael Major - May 22, 2023

Newcomer Kasey Inez (The Sex Lives of College Girls) leads a cast of incredibly talented actors including; Jahking Guillory (Kicks, The Chi), Pedro Correa (The Middle), Maduhlika Krishnan (F.U. Woody Allen), and also appearing as Naomi’s father Thomas, Damon Gupton (Black Lighting, Deadline, Crimina...


Cast of All New Queens Set For the SIX National Tour 'Boleyn' Company Photo Cast of All New Queens Set For the SIX National Tour 'Boleyn' Company
by Stephi Wild - August 11, 2022

The cast features Gerianne Pérez as Catherine of Aragon, Zan Berube as Anne Boleyn, Amina Faye as Jane Seymour, Terica Marie as Anna of Cleves, Aline Mayagoitia as Katherine Howard, and Sydney Parra as Catherine Parr. The cast also includes Aryn Bohannon, Jana Larell Glover, Taylor Pearlstein and Ce...


The Second City Reveals Cast for E.T.C.'S 47TH REVUE Photo The Second City Reveals Cast for E.T.C.'S 47TH REVUE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 01, 2023

Discover the talented cast members who will be bringing the laughs to The Second City's 47th e.t.c. Revue. Get to know the performers and prepare for an unforgettable comedy experience....


BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY by Pearl Cleage Announced At McCarter's Berlind Theatre, May Photo BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY by Pearl Cleage Announced At McCarter's Berlind Theatre, May 6- 28
by A.A. Cristi - April 10, 2023

McCarter Theater will welcome audiences to Pearl Cleage's love letter to friendship and the Harlem Renaissance, BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY, on stage in the Berlind Theatre May 6th through the 28th. The play marks the McCarter directorial debut of Associate Artistic Director Nicole A. Watson. ...


Casting Announced For The 2nd Annual Black Motherhood And Parenting New Play Festival Photo Casting Announced For The 2nd Annual Black Motherhood And Parenting New Play Festival
by Stephi Wild - September 29, 2022

Parent Artist Advocacy League (PAAL) and Blackboard Plays have announced the casting for the 2nd Annual Black Motherhood and Parenting New Play Festival, taking place virtually from October 20 - November 14, 2022.  ...


Cast Announced for IS GOD IS Chicago Premiere at A Red Orchid Theatre Photo Cast Announced for IS GOD IS Chicago Premiere at A Red Orchid Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 07, 2023

A Red Orchid Theatre has announced the cast for the Chicago Premiere of Is God Is by Aleshea Harris, directed by Marti Gobel. ...


THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS to be Presented at the Getty Villa Museum This Fall Photo THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS to be Presented at the Getty Villa Museum This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 30, 2023

 This fall, Getty Villa Museum and Court Theatre, the Tony Award-winning professional theatre of the University of Chicago, will present The Gospel at Colonus, the 17th annual Villa Outdoor Classical Theater production....


Anthea Greco & Friends to Premiere IT IS MAGIC at the Broadwater Black Box in Los Ang Photo Anthea Greco & Friends to Premiere IT IS MAGIC at the Broadwater Black Box in Los Angeles
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 09, 2023

Join Anthea Greco & Friends for the Los Angeles premiere of 'It Is Magic' at the Broadwater Black Box. Discover the deep, ancient evil lurking beneath the surface of the community theater audition process. Don't miss this hilarious tragedy directed by Jason Markoff. Get your tickets now!...


Theaterworks Hartford Extends Run of Pulitzer Prize Winner Lynn Nottage's CLYDE'S Thr Photo Theaterworks Hartford Extends Run of Pulitzer Prize Winner Lynn Nottage's CLYDE'S Through Early August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 18, 2023

Discover the gripping drama of 'Clyde's' by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage. Theaterworks Hartford has extended the run of this acclaimed play until August 5. Don't miss your chance to experience the power and artistry of this must-see production....


American Blues Theater to Present 21st Annual Production of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LI Photo American Blues Theater to Present 21st Annual Production of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 07, 2022

American Blues Theater has announced its 21st Annual Production of It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago! It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago! will run November 23 – December 23, 2022 at Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division, Chicago. The press opening is Sunday, November 27 at 2:30pm....


Rivendell Welcomes New Ensemble Members Photo Rivendell Welcomes New Ensemble Members
by Stephi Wild - February 09, 2023

Rivendell Theatre Ensemble (RTE), Chicago’s only Equity theatre dedicated to producing new work with women at the core, welcomes eight new ensemble members....


Ayanna Bria Bakari and Sydney Charles of LAST NIGHT AND THE NIGHT BEFORE at Steppenwo Photo Ayanna Bria Bakari and Sydney Charles of LAST NIGHT AND THE NIGHT BEFORE at Steppenwolf Theatre Take Over Our Instagram Today!
by Social Watch - April 22, 2023

Tune into our Instagram story as Ayanna Bria Bakari and Sydney Charles of Last Night And The Night Before at Steppenwolf Theatre take you behind the scenes of their day!...


Cast Announced for SCIENCE FICTION / DOUBLE FEATURE: A ROCKY HORROR PICTURE PARTY at Photo Cast Announced for SCIENCE FICTION / DOUBLE FEATURE: A ROCKY HORROR PICTURE PARTY at Haven
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 24, 2022

Haven has announced the cast of players for Science Fiction / Double Feature: A Rocky Horror Picture Party, an immersive Rocky Horror-themed Halloween Party on Saturday, October 29 & Sunday, October 30, 2022 at 9 pm at Haven’s resident home, The Den Theatre....


Crystal Dickinson, Chaundre Hall-Broomfield & More to Star in COVENANT at Roundabout Photo Crystal Dickinson, Chaundre Hall-Broomfield & More to Star in COVENANT at Roundabout Underground
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 29, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the complete cast for the Roundabout Underground world premiere of Covenant by York Walker, directed by Tiffany Nichole Greene....


Cast Announced for the World Premiere of THE RIPPLE, THE WAVE THAT CARRIED ME HOME at Photo Cast Announced for the World Premiere of THE RIPPLE, THE WAVE THAT CARRIED ME HOME at Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by Steve Schonberg - August 17, 2022

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has announced casting for the world premiere production of the ripple, the wave that carried me home by Christina Anderson, directed by Jackson Gay, and produced in association with Goodman Theatre. ...


FAT HAM Full Cast and Design Team Announced Photo FAT HAM Full Cast and Design Team Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 23, 2023

The full cast and design team has been announced for the Broadway production of the 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Fat Ham by James Ijames. See who is starring in the show, how to purchase tickets and more!...


Paramount+ Launches First-Ever Peak Romance Collection Photo Paramount+ Launches First-Ever Peak Romance Collection
by Michael Major - February 06, 2023

Peak Romance is an all new seasonal collection featuring over 200 romance themed movies and seasonal episodes from beloved series. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the swoon-worthy library includes a curated assortment of love stories spanning from tales of modern love and popular rom-coms to nosta...


Cast Announced for World Premiere of VILLETTE at Lookingglass Theatre Company Photo Cast Announced for World Premiere of VILLETTE at Lookingglass Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2023

Lookingglass Theatre Company has announced the cast for the World Premiere of Villette by Sara Gmitter, adapted from the Charlotte Brontë novel....


THE OCTOBER STORM Chicago Premiere to be Presented at Raven Theatre in May Photo THE OCTOBER STORM Chicago Premiere to be Presented at Raven Theatre in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 13, 2023

Raven Theatre will conclude its 40th Anniversary Season with the Chicago premiere of The October Storm, by Joshua Allen, a follow up to Allen’s smash-hit The Last Pair of Earlies....


New Season of THE CHI Premieres Tomorrow on Showtime Photo New Season of THE CHI Premieres Tomorrow on Showtime
by Michael Major - August 03, 2023

Created and executive produced by Emmy® winner Lena Waithe under her Hillman Grad banner (Twenties, Master of None) and executive produced by Academy Award® and Emmy winner Common (Selma), THE CHI is a timely coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents on the South Side of Chicago....


Debbie Allen To Pay Tribute To Class Of 2023 Film Directors At The 30th Annual 'Sista Photo Debbie Allen To Pay Tribute To Class Of 2023 Film Directors At The 30th Annual 'Sista's Are Doin' It For Themselves Short Film Showcase'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2023

Debbie Allen, critically acclaimed director, producer, and choreographer will be a special guest at upcoming, 30th annual 'Sista's Are Doin' It For Themselves' Short Film Showcase Opening Night Celebration, May 19th at 7:30pm....


Photos: Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks & More Bring THE COLOR PURPLE to the Americ Photo Photos: Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks & More Bring THE COLOR PURPLE to the American Black Film Festival
by Michael Major - June 19, 2023

Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks, Blitz Bazawule, and more brought The Color Purple to the 27th American Black Film Festival. Check out photos from the first look screening and Q&A at day four of the festival now!...


VIDEO: Apple TV+ Shares SILO Series First Look Photo VIDEO: Apple TV+ Shares SILO Series First Look
by Michael Major - March 06, 2023

The ensemble cast starring alongside Ferguson includes Common (“The Chi”), Emmy-nominee Harriet Walter (“Succession”), Chinaza Uche (“Dickinson”), Avi Nash (“The Walking Dead”), Critics Choice Award and NAACP winner David Oyelowo (“Selma”), Emmy-nominee Rashida Jones (“Parks and Recreation”), and mo...






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