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Free Chicago Performing Arts Virtual Retreat on April 8

COVID-19 has caused a seismic shift in the operations and plans of Chicago’s arts organizations. To bring together Chicago performing artists and administrators to address their shared concerns and challenges, several organizations are collaborating to present a Chicago Performing Arts Virtual Retreat Wednesday, April 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. This FREE event is open to everyone involved in the Chicago performing arts community. Registration is available at eventbrite.com/e/chicago-performing-arts-virtual-retreat-tickets-101321134240. Representatives from the retreat’s producers—Chicago Dancemakers Forum, the Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago, Harris Theater for Music and Dance, High Concept …

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Space Availability at Pride Arts Center

Pride Arts Center has space available for the 2020-21 season. In The Buena at 4147 N Broadway (45 seats) 6 weeks available Aug 30 to Oct 4. Also March 22 for six weeks. For a long time that space was set up in Alley configuration, but has been changed to proscenium. Would prefer to work with the same group for both residencies. Base rate of $1000 includes four performances per week, and a full light and sound package. You would run your own ticketing. Send email with BUENA in the subject line …

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Leading Accessible Virtual Programs

Chicago Cultural Accessibility Consortium (CCAC) presents . . . Leading Accessible Virtual Programs Friday, April 10th, 2:00 PM-3:30 PM CST/ 3:00 PM-4:30 PM EST FREE, REGISTRATION REQUIRED How to Join the Workshop: Standard Registration through CCAC is required. Workshop will take place via Zoom Video Conferencing. A link to the Zoom session and workshop materials will be sent electronically to all registered attendees the morning of Friday, April 10th. Program Description: In the wake of COVID-19, online and virtual platforms have become the primary format for cultural institutions to lead engaging programs …

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Chicago Dramatists: 25% Discount On All Classes

All Chicago Dramatists classes have moved online! We’re here for you, and want to help as much as possible. In order to make our classes more accessible during this period, we’re offering a 25% discount on all of our spring courses, as well payment plans, and tech support for folks who need it. Use discount code PartnerWinter20 at checkout to get 25% off any class. Interested in taking a class? Reach out; we’re committed to serving our community as best we can in the coming months. Contact us at: https://chicagodramatists.org/contact-us/ Take good …

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Deadline Extended Thru March 31 for the 2020 Saints Arts Grants Applications

The Saints Grants Commission is hoping to add a bright spot to these uncertain times by extending our application deadline. We look forward to reviewing your best project ideas! The Saints invite and encourage theater, dance, and music organizations to apply for this grant assistance to be used for artistic development or production-related purposes. Some examples Saints Grant applicants can request funding for but are not limited to: costumes/puppetry, the commissioning or licensing of works, improvements to applicant-owned premises, community engagement and enrichment projects, or computer and technical items such as sound …

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Rental Space Availability & Resident Company Opening at Collaboraction Studios

2020 Long and Short term Rental Space available for rehearsals and full productions at Collaboraction Studios. Seeking 1 – 2 Resident Companies to produce regular seasonal performances. Our unique space is at the heart of Wicker Park in the historic artist community of the Flat Iron Arts Building and serves as a special safe haven for all artists and art lovers. We offer special discount deals and cross promotional opportunities for groups creating work which aligns with our mission for social change and our values of peace, justice, and equity. We also …

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Jackalope Playwrights Lab – Now Accepting Spring Applications

This eight-week writing intensive is designed for artists interested in developing new, full-length plays through a workshop development process, and meets on Saturdays 10:00am-2:00pm at The Frontier. COST: $225 UPCOMING SESSIONS: SPRING 2020 SESSION runs March 28th through May 16th. DEADLINE: Applications are due by 11:59 pm on Friday, March 20th. TO APPLY: Please send an artistic statement, resume, and 10 page writing sample to playwrightslab@jackalopetheatre.org TEACHING ARTIST BIO: Calamity West is a Chicago-based, award-winning playwright. Her plays have appeared at Williamstown Theatre Festival, Roundabout, The Goodman, Jackalope Theatre, Steep Theatre, Sideshow …

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