Theatre Communications Group Announces THRIVE! Grants
Thirty theatres of color will receive $10,000 grants for general operating support.
All Stories About Black Ensemble Theater
Chicago Companies Partner to Celebrate Pearl Cleage
Goodman Theatre has announced a month-long, city-wide celebration honoring Pearl Cleage with partnerships across six Chicago theatre companies.
Black Ensemble Theater: The Jackie Taylor Story
As it closes in on 50 years in Chicago, the theatre Taylor built is preparing for its next chapter in a legacy of producing, mentoring, and paying it forward.
How to THRIVE! in a Time of Crisis
TCG’s recent virtual gathering convened theatres of color to offer stories of hope, share practices and critiques, and build collective understanding.
7 Theatres Form National Association of Black Theatre Building Owners
Theatres from New York to Houston, brought together by Chicago director Chuck Smith, are joining forces to advance and advocate for their work.
Black Ensemble Theater Announces ‘Season of Change’
The 2020 programming will celebrate musical and historical legends.
Black Ensemble Theater Announces 2018 Season
The Chicago theatre will celebrate various facets of pop music history with its season ‘Movers and Shakers.’
The Review That Shook Chicago
Local theatre artists rise in revolt against Sun-Times critic Hedy Weiss, raising questions about racism and free speech.
Know a Theatre: Black Ensemble Theater of Chicago
This Windy City theatre works to eradicate racism and unite audiences through its performances and educational programming.
Black Ensemble Theater’s 2016 Season Celebrates Music Legends
The season will honor stalwarts of soul music and bring back some audience favorites.
