Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Happy Thanksgiving!
Wishing everyone a very happy and relaxing Thanksgiving weekend. We are immensely thankful to work with and support all of you in this amazing community. Your tireless efforts to produce exceptional and inspiring art on stage make our city great. We look forward to a busy holiday season and another successful year of Chicago theater to come in 2010!
Chicago Theatre Storefront Summit II
Sunday, December 6, 7-9 p.m.
DANK haus, 4740 N. Western Ave.
Continuing with the conversations that began at the first Summit, this event will be geared towards open conversation, sharing experience and insight, and connecting individuals to collaborate on efforts to help the community.
Click here to RSVP and join the discussion online.
DANK haus, 4740 N. Western Ave.
Continuing with the conversations that began at the first Summit, this event will be geared towards open conversation, sharing experience and insight, and connecting individuals to collaborate on efforts to help the community.
Click here to RSVP and join the discussion online.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Executive/Managing Director Roundtable
Monday, December 14, 6 - 8 p.m.
hosted by ComedySportz, 929 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to meet Executive/Managing Directors at other Chicago area theaters and discuss current issues and best practices. RSVP to ben@chicagoplays.com.
hosted by ComedySportz, 929 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to meet Executive/Managing Directors at other Chicago area theaters and discuss current issues and best practices. RSVP to ben@chicagoplays.com.
Industry Ticket Offers
Democracy – Eclipse Theatre at the Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln is offering $10 industry tickets Friday, November 27 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, November 28 at 3 p.m. For tickets call 773-404-7336 and mention this industry discount. Visit http://www.eclipsetheatre.com/ for more details.
It’s a Wonderful Life: Live at the Biograph! – American Blues Theater at the Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Ave. is offering $10 industry tickets to the following performances: November 27 and 28 at 8 p.m. and November 29 at 2:30 p.m. For tickets call 773-871-3000 and mention this industry offer.
Young Frankenstein – Broadway In Chicago at the Cadillac Palace Theatre is offering $35 tickets to any Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday performance through December 13. Click here and use promo code LEAGUE. Tickets also available by calling 800-775-2000 and at any Broadway In Chicago box office or Ticketmaster retail location. Not available with any other offer or on previously purchased tickets. Normal ticketing fees and other restrictions apply. Subject to availability. Discount valid on lower balcony locations to Tue-Thu performances only. Offer expires at 11:59 PM CST on 12/10/09.
Click here to see a full list of industry ticket offers at Chicago area theaters.
It’s a Wonderful Life: Live at the Biograph! – American Blues Theater at the Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Ave. is offering $10 industry tickets to the following performances: November 27 and 28 at 8 p.m. and November 29 at 2:30 p.m. For tickets call 773-871-3000 and mention this industry offer.
Young Frankenstein – Broadway In Chicago at the Cadillac Palace Theatre is offering $35 tickets to any Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday performance through December 13. Click here and use promo code LEAGUE. Tickets also available by calling 800-775-2000 and at any Broadway In Chicago box office or Ticketmaster retail location. Not available with any other offer or on previously purchased tickets. Normal ticketing fees and other restrictions apply. Subject to availability. Discount valid on lower balcony locations to Tue-Thu performances only. Offer expires at 11:59 PM CST on 12/10/09.
Click here to see a full list of industry ticket offers at Chicago area theaters.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Industry Ticket Offers
G.I.F.T. – Collaboraction, 459 ½ N. Wolcott is offering pay what you can industry tickets Monday, November 23 at 7 p.m. and Friday, November 27 at 8 p.m. Must present headshot or resume. www.collaboraction.org.
Thodos Dance Chicago – Fall Concert featuring Fosse Trilogy, reconstructed for the company by Ann Reinking. Harris Theater, Saturday, November 28 at 8 pm. $15 industry tickets available. Use the promo code “LIZA” at http://www.harristheaterchicago.org/ or call 312.334.7777. More information at ThodosDanceChicago.org.
Thodos Dance Chicago – Fall Concert featuring Fosse Trilogy, reconstructed for the company by Ann Reinking. Harris Theater, Saturday, November 28 at 8 pm. $15 industry tickets available. Use the promo code “LIZA” at http://www.harristheaterchicago.org/ or call 312.334.7777. More information at ThodosDanceChicago.org.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Fugard Collaboration
Court Theatre, Remy Bumppo and TimeLine Theatre have been hard at work the last few months collaborating on a project called Fugard Chicago 2010. Each company is coincidently producing a play by the playwright Athol Fugard this season and so they began having conversations about how they could work together. They just launched the website this week at http://www.fugardchicago2010.org/. In addition to providing some information on Fugard and each of their plays, they are offering a three play pass to see all of their shows. The League provided some support for the website so that it can be available as a template for future collaborations. Check it out and if you and some other companies are interested in working together in a similar way please contact us for more details. We hope that this model can help foster valuable conversations and partnerships, and help you reach new audiences and create greater awareness of your work.
'Tis the Season
Season of Concern and The League of Chicago Theatres invite you to eat, drink and be merry. Industry Holiday Party. Awards Presentation. Mad, Hot Sing-off.
Monday, December 7, 2009
6:30 p.m. at the Chopin Theatre, 1543 W Division St.
Suggested donation benefits Season of Concern
The 2009 Larry Sloan Awards honor Jonathan Abarbanel, Rondi Reed, and the Actor’s Fund.
Monday, December 7, 2009
6:30 p.m. at the Chopin Theatre, 1543 W Division St.
Suggested donation benefits Season of Concern
The 2009 Larry Sloan Awards honor Jonathan Abarbanel, Rondi Reed, and the Actor’s Fund.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Cultural Exchange Opportunity
Russian Modern Theater is looking for a partner theater in USA that may be interested in a cultural exchange. In 1990, Russian Modern Theater visited the USA, touring in Chicago and Los Angeles. Plays had a great success and wide press coverage. In recent years, the theater has been touring in Europe, visiting Germany, France, Poland, Finland, and other countries. In 2007, artistic director of the Theater, Svetlana Vragova, received a Hall of Fame honor in Chicago as a "woman who makes a difference" for her impact on culture. For more information on the Theater, please visit (www.modern-theatre.ru) or contact the Theater’s producer, Elena Beier, at eshaposhnikova@hotmail.com.
Not for Profit Audits: The Basics
CPAs for the Public Interest
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Registration: 5:00 pm Workshop: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Receive an overview of the audit process for not-for-profits, including when an audit is needed, choosing an auditor, and preparing for and ensuring a successful audit. Learn how to get the most out of your audit and about your Board's important role in overseeing the audit process. Discuss the effects of recent changes in accounting standards that make audits more challenging for not-for-profits and how you can best prepare your organization to address these challenges.
Presenter: Clifford Shapiro, CPA - Blackman Kallick,
Illinois CPA Society, 550 W. Jackson Suite 900, Chicago, IL 60661
Cost: $40.00 per person per workshop
To register, call 800.993.0393 and refer to Course Code: PI129
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Registration: 5:00 pm Workshop: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Receive an overview of the audit process for not-for-profits, including when an audit is needed, choosing an auditor, and preparing for and ensuring a successful audit. Learn how to get the most out of your audit and about your Board's important role in overseeing the audit process. Discuss the effects of recent changes in accounting standards that make audits more challenging for not-for-profits and how you can best prepare your organization to address these challenges.
Presenter: Clifford Shapiro, CPA - Blackman Kallick,
Illinois CPA Society, 550 W. Jackson Suite 900, Chicago, IL 60661
Cost: $40.00 per person per workshop
To register, call 800.993.0393 and refer to Course Code: PI129
Chicago Musical Theatre Director/Dramatist Exchange
Monday, December 7th, 2009, 7-9 PM
Goodman Theatre Club Mezz, 2nd Floor
170 North Dearborn Street, Chicago
This event will be co-hosted by Douglas Post (Chicago Regional Rep, DG), and Elizabeth Margolius (Co-Founder and Co-Artistic Director of DirectorsLabChicago).
This two-hour networking session will introduce Chicago-area dramatists who are composers, lyricists and librettists to directors who are working in the Chicago area and are interested in new musicals. After a brief introduction to each other, dramatists and directors may mingle and talk further. If you would like to attend, please e-mail Elizabeth Margolius at info@directorslabchicago.com. It is important that we receive your response no later than Wednesday, November 25th. The first 20 directors who respond will receive a reservation to the event. However, in order to secure a reservation, you must submit a statement with your initial e-mail. This statement should consist of three things: (1) your contact information, (2) your professional biography (one paragraph only, written in the third person) and (3) an artistic statement outlining the type of musical stage work which most interests you (one paragraph only). All statements must be included within the body of your email. No attachments please! After we receive these materials, your reservation will be confirmed. Then, prior to the event, you will receive statements from all the dramatists attending as well as statements from the other directors.
Goodman Theatre Club Mezz, 2nd Floor
170 North Dearborn Street, Chicago
This event will be co-hosted by Douglas Post (Chicago Regional Rep, DG), and Elizabeth Margolius (Co-Founder and Co-Artistic Director of DirectorsLabChicago).
This two-hour networking session will introduce Chicago-area dramatists who are composers, lyricists and librettists to directors who are working in the Chicago area and are interested in new musicals. After a brief introduction to each other, dramatists and directors may mingle and talk further. If you would like to attend, please e-mail Elizabeth Margolius at info@directorslabchicago.com. It is important that we receive your response no later than Wednesday, November 25th. The first 20 directors who respond will receive a reservation to the event. However, in order to secure a reservation, you must submit a statement with your initial e-mail. This statement should consist of three things: (1) your contact information, (2) your professional biography (one paragraph only, written in the third person) and (3) an artistic statement outlining the type of musical stage work which most interests you (one paragraph only). All statements must be included within the body of your email. No attachments please! After we receive these materials, your reservation will be confirmed. Then, prior to the event, you will receive statements from all the dramatists attending as well as statements from the other directors.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Performance Space Availability
Stage Left Theatre has performance space to rent at its 49-seat theatre at 3408 N Sheffield. Primetime weeks, off-nights and late-nights available between December 14th and February 6th at a negotiable discount depending on specific timing and length of run. (usual rates: $850/week for primetime, $250/week for off-night or late-night). Lighting and sound equipment included, must provide your own box office and house manager. Call Laura at 773-883-8830 or email sltchicago@stagelefttheatre.com with questions or to tour space.
Industry Ticket Offers
Aunt Dan and Lemon – BackStage Theatre Company, at the Chopin Theatre, 1543 W Division, is offering $10 industry tickets to every Thursday and Sunday performance through December 20. Use code INDUSTRY on http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/81260, email reservations@backstagetheatrecompany.org, or walk-up - proof of Industry requested at the door.
A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant - A Red Orchid Theatre, 1531 N. Wells is offering $20 discounted tickets to tickets orders before Thanksgiving, November 26th (tickets may be purchased for the entirety of the run, November 15th - January 3rd, 2010). Call the box office at 312-943-8722 and ask for "Xenu" to claim this offer.
How to Act Around Cops – The Artistic Home, 3914 N. Clark St. is offering $10 industry tickets on November 22 at 7 p.m.
An Evening with Charles Busch and Julie Halston – Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Ave. is offering $5 off tickets on December 7 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets must be purchased before Sunday, November 22. For tickets call 773-871-3000 or visit the box office and use code BIOGRAPH.
A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant - A Red Orchid Theatre, 1531 N. Wells is offering $20 discounted tickets to tickets orders before Thanksgiving, November 26th (tickets may be purchased for the entirety of the run, November 15th - January 3rd, 2010). Call the box office at 312-943-8722 and ask for "Xenu" to claim this offer.
How to Act Around Cops – The Artistic Home, 3914 N. Clark St. is offering $10 industry tickets on November 22 at 7 p.m.
An Evening with Charles Busch and Julie Halston – Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Ave. is offering $5 off tickets on December 7 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets must be purchased before Sunday, November 22. For tickets call 773-871-3000 or visit the box office and use code BIOGRAPH.
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