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E-Waste Drive, Networking Event & Industry Night of Raven Theatre’s The October Storm

E-Waste Drive, Networking Event & Industry Night of Raven Theatre’s The October Storm Schedule: E-Waste Drive (1pm – 6pm) Networking Event (6pm) Industry Performance (7:30pm) As a member of the Chicago Theatre community, you are invited to purchase discounted tickets for a special networking event & industry performance of The October Storm, a Chicago Premiere production from Raven Theatre. Industry members will be able to purchase $15 tickets to the performance on Thursday, June 8th at 7:30pm that will include access to the networking event which begins at 6:00pm (food and beverage …

Sexual Harassment Prevention Training for Supervisors & Employers

Sexual Harassment Prevention Training for Supervisors & Employers RSVP HERE Everyone employed in Chicago must complete Sexual Harassment and Bystander Intervention Training by June 30, 2023! An employer’s failure to train employees could result in fines as high as $10,000, plus attorney fees. Lawyers for the Creative Arts wants to make sure that every arts organization with one or more Chicago employees is in compliance by the June 30th deadline and has a clear understanding of their responsibilities under the new law. This training will satisfy the annual training requirement for Chicago …

Trans-Inclusive Casting Workshop for League Members

Trans-Inclusive Casting Workshop for League Members For transgender and non-binary actors, the casting process is full of potential land mines. And many casting directors and artistic producers continue to make the same mistakes. From writing character descriptions, to deciding who to call in, to navigating pronouns, to setting up the room – not to mention dance calls and casting of trans roles – there is much to consider. Gender Consultant Josephine Kearns will guide casting directors and producers through the process in a way that ensures actors feel welcome, while also getting …

Annual Meeting of Members

Annual Meeting of Members This year’s meeting will be held on Monday, February 13th, 2023 at the Den Theatre. Doors will open for members at 3:30pm, with a short program starting at 4:00pm. This year’s annual meeting will be combined with a public kick-off event for Chicago Theatre Week. The annual meeting will take place first, with the public event to follow, so plan to stay later if you are able! We look forward to raising a glass with you all to celebrate the year to come. Food & beverage will be …

A New Year for Theatre: New Leaders, New Directions, and Exciting New Productions

A New Year for Theatre: New Leaders, New Directions, and Exciting New Productions Join the Chicago Public Library, the League of Chicago Theatres, and the Reader for a discussion with Kerry Reid (theater and dance editor for the Reader) and a panel of industry leaders from across the Chicago theatre scene. Hear about how these up-and-coming directors and artists are creatively approaching this first full season back in the theatre, and how they are expanding their work beyond the theatre and into their local communities. We’ll learn from panelists about their upcoming …

Public Relations Training for League Theatres

Public Relations Training for League Theatres In this workshop, David Rosenberg will guide attendees through the ins-and-outs of public relations, including topics such as Press Releases, Press Photos, Pitching Feature Stories, Managing Press Lists, Inviting Press to Productions, and more. Drawing on his 25+ years of experience in Chicago Theatre, both as a communications director and now the owner of his own PR firm, David will share helpful checklists, timelines, real world examples, and crucial tips with League Members interested in increasing their exposure to new audiences through reviews and earned media. …

Meet & Greet with Marissa: North Side Happy Hour

Meet & Greet with Marissa: North Side Happy Hour Attention Northside League Theatres! We’re putting together a series of meet and greet opportunities across the city and suburbs to give League members and associated artists a chance to meet our new Executive Director, Marissa Lynn Ford. Marissa is excited to meet you all to hear about your current successes and challenges and to explore ideas for the future of the League. This happy hour meet and greet with be generously hosted by Rivendell Theatre Ensemble in Edgewater. Refreshments and light fare will …