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After 11 Years in Chicago, Oracle Productions Will Cease Operations in 2016. (Dec 12, 2016)
Oracle to Stage THE HAIRY APE (Dec 14, 2015)
Oracle to Open 2015 with CIRCLE-MACHINE (Dec 11, 2014)
After 11 Years in Chicago, Oracle Productions Will Cease Operations in 2016. (Dec 12, 2016)
Oracle to Stage THE HAIRY APE (Dec 14, 2015)
Oracle to Open 2015 with CIRCLE-MACHINE (Dec 11, 2014)
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After 11 Years in Chicago, Oracle Productions Will Cease Operations in 2016.
It is with a mixture of sadness and deepest gratitude that we, the Staff, Company Members, and Board of Directors announce that Oracle will cease operations by the end of December 2016. The current performance series, QUEER, ILL + OKAY (produced with Joe Varisco and Art AIDS America Chicago), which closes on December 17, 2016, will be the final program on Oracle's stage.
It is with a mixture of sadness and deepest gratitude that we, the Staff, Company Members, and Board of Directors announce that Oracle will cease operations by the end of December 2016. The current performance series, QUEER, ILL + OKAY (produced with Joe Varisco and Art AIDS America Chicago), which closes on December 17, 2016, will be the final program on Oracle's stage.
Oracle to Stage THE HAIRY APE
Admission is FREE in Public Access Theatre. Reservations are strongly recommended. All performances are wheelchair accessible. Select performances will feature captioning and ASL interpretation. Visit publicaccesstheatre.org for information
Admission is FREE in Public Access Theatre. Reservations are strongly recommended. All performances are wheelchair accessible. Select performances will feature captioning and ASL interpretation. Visit publicaccesstheatre.org for information
Oracle to Open 2015 with CIRCLE-MACHINE
Following an award-winning year of free theatre, Oracle Productions eagerly opens Season 5 of Public Access Theatre with CIRCLE-MACHINE, a world premiere adaptation of FULL CIRCLE by Charles Mee, directed by Thom Pasculli. This frenzied new production is adapted by Emma Stanton, Nigel O'Hearn and Thom Pasculli, and features original music by Jeff Award-winning composer, Nicholas Tonozzi. CIRCLE-MACHINE opens January 24, 2015, and runs through March 14, 2015 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend on January 24 - or any night during the run.
Following an award-winning year of free theatre, Oracle Productions eagerly opens Season 5 of Public Access Theatre with CIRCLE-MACHINE, a world premiere adaptation of FULL CIRCLE by Charles Mee, directed by Thom Pasculli. This frenzied new production is adapted by Emma Stanton, Nigel O'Hearn and Thom Pasculli, and features original music by Jeff Award-winning composer, Nicholas Tonozzi. CIRCLE-MACHINE opens January 24, 2015, and runs through March 14, 2015 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend on January 24 - or any night during the run.
Oracle Stages ROMULUS, Now thru 11/22
As a finale to their award-winning year of free theatre, Oracle Productions has announced the opening of ROMULUS by Friedrich Durrenmatt, adapted by Gore Vidal. Kasey Foster makes her directorial debut with Kevin Cox playing the title role in this absurd satire that uses loose history to comment on a complicated present. ROMULUS opens today, October 11, 2014, and runs through November 22, 2014, at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM.
As a finale to their award-winning year of free theatre, Oracle Productions has announced the opening of ROMULUS by Friedrich Durrenmatt, adapted by Gore Vidal. Kasey Foster makes her directorial debut with Kevin Cox playing the title role in this absurd satire that uses loose history to comment on a complicated present. ROMULUS opens today, October 11, 2014, and runs through November 22, 2014, at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM.
Oracle to Stage ROMULUS, 10/11-11/22
As a finale to their award-winning year of free theatre, Oracle Productions has announced the opening of ROMULUS by Friedrich Durrenmatt, adapted by Gore Vidal. Kasey Foster makes her directorial debut with Kevin Cox playing the title role in this absurd satire that uses loose history to comment on a complicated present. ROMULUS opens October 11, 2014, and runs through November 22, 2014, at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend on October 11 - or any night during the run.
As a finale to their award-winning year of free theatre, Oracle Productions has announced the opening of ROMULUS by Friedrich Durrenmatt, adapted by Gore Vidal. Kasey Foster makes her directorial debut with Kevin Cox playing the title role in this absurd satire that uses loose history to comment on a complicated present. ROMULUS opens October 11, 2014, and runs through November 22, 2014, at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend on October 11 - or any night during the run.
Oracle Produces World-Premiere Play at Chicago Fringe 2014
After a powerful opening of THE JUNGLE last weekend, Oracle Productions announces a world-premiere play to be performed at Chicago Fringe 2014. Zachary Baker-Salmon adapts and directs THIS HOUSE BELIEVES THE AMERICAN DREAM IS AT THE EXPENSE OF THE AMERICAN NEGRO, which introduces Public Access Theatre to audiences at the popular festival. Featuring Johnard Washington as James Baldwin and Company Member Jeremy Clark as William F. Buckley, Jr., THIS HOUSE BELIEVES... opens on August 28, 2014, at 7PM and runs for a total of 7 performances during the festival.
After a powerful opening of THE JUNGLE last weekend, Oracle Productions announces a world-premiere play to be performed at Chicago Fringe 2014. Zachary Baker-Salmon adapts and directs THIS HOUSE BELIEVES THE AMERICAN DREAM IS AT THE EXPENSE OF THE AMERICAN NEGRO, which introduces Public Access Theatre to audiences at the popular festival. Featuring Johnard Washington as James Baldwin and Company Member Jeremy Clark as William F. Buckley, Jr., THIS HOUSE BELIEVES... opens on August 28, 2014, at 7PM and runs for a total of 7 performances during the festival.
Photo Flash: First Look at Travis Delgado, Stephanie Polt and More in Oracle's THE JUNGLE
Hot on the heels of winning multiple Jeff Awards for THE MOTHER as well as the Emerging Theater Award from Broadway In Chicago, Oracle Productions is proud to announce a world premiere adaptation of THE JUNGLE byUpton Sinclair. Adapter and director Matt Foss returns to Oracle after his 2013 smash-hit, WAITING FOR LEFTY. Sinclair's classic expose on Chicago's sordid industrial past receives a fresh, fast paced interpretation with music by Nicholas Tonozzi, who won the 2014 Jeff Award for Best Original Music for his work on THE MOTHER at Oracle. THE JUNGLE opens tonight, July 19, 2014, and runs through September 6, 2014 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend any night during the run. Check out a first look at the production below!
Hot on the heels of winning multiple Jeff Awards for THE MOTHER as well as the Emerging Theater Award from Broadway In Chicago, Oracle Productions is proud to announce a world premiere adaptation of THE JUNGLE byUpton Sinclair. Adapter and director Matt Foss returns to Oracle after his 2013 smash-hit, WAITING FOR LEFTY. Sinclair's classic expose on Chicago's sordid industrial past receives a fresh, fast paced interpretation with music by Nicholas Tonozzi, who won the 2014 Jeff Award for Best Original Music for his work on THE MOTHER at Oracle. THE JUNGLE opens tonight, July 19, 2014, and runs through September 6, 2014 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend any night during the run. Check out a first look at the production below!
Oracle Presents a World Premiere Adaptation of THE JUNGLE, Now thru 9/6
Hot on the heels of winning multiple Jeff Awards for THE MOTHER as well as the Emerging Theater Award from Broadway In Chicago, Oracle Productions is proud to announce a world premiere adaptation of THE JUNGLE by Upton Sinclair. Adapter and director Matt Foss returns to Oracle after his 2013 smash-hit, WAITING FOR LEFTY. Sinclair's classic expose on Chicago's sordid industrial past receives a fresh, fast paced interpretation with music by Nicholas Tonozzi, who won the 2014 Jeff Award for Best Original Music for his work on THE MOTHER at Oracle. THE JUNGLE opens tonight, July 19, 2014, and runs through September 6, 2014 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend on July 19 - or any night during the run.
Hot on the heels of winning multiple Jeff Awards for THE MOTHER as well as the Emerging Theater Award from Broadway In Chicago, Oracle Productions is proud to announce a world premiere adaptation of THE JUNGLE by Upton Sinclair. Adapter and director Matt Foss returns to Oracle after his 2013 smash-hit, WAITING FOR LEFTY. Sinclair's classic expose on Chicago's sordid industrial past receives a fresh, fast paced interpretation with music by Nicholas Tonozzi, who won the 2014 Jeff Award for Best Original Music for his work on THE MOTHER at Oracle. THE JUNGLE opens tonight, July 19, 2014, and runs through September 6, 2014 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend on July 19 - or any night during the run.
Photo Flash: First Look at 2014 League of Chicago Theatres' Gala
Chicago, IL-The League of Chicago Theatres celebrated the Chicago theater industry and community during its elegant annual Gala on Monday, June 9, 2014. This one-night-only event brought together friends of Chicago theatre and raised $120,000 for programs to support Chicago's 240 member theatre companies. This year's event was held at the Swissotel Chicago, 323 E Upper Wacker Dr, Chicago. Check out some photos of the event below!
Chicago, IL-The League of Chicago Theatres celebrated the Chicago theater industry and community during its elegant annual Gala on Monday, June 9, 2014. This one-night-only event brought together friends of Chicago theatre and raised $120,000 for programs to support Chicago's 240 member theatre companies. This year's event was held at the Swissotel Chicago, 323 E Upper Wacker Dr, Chicago. Check out some photos of the event below!
Oracle Presents a World Premiere Adaptation of THE JUNGLE, 7/19-9/6
Hot on the heels of winning multiple Jeff Awards for THE MOTHER as well as the Emerging Theater Award from Broadway In Chicago, Oracle Productions is proud to announce a world premiere adaptation of THE JUNGLE by Upton Sinclair. Adapter and director Matt Foss returns to Oracle after his 2013 smash-hit, WAITING FOR LEFTY. Sinclair's classic expose on Chicago's sordid industrial past receives a fresh, fast paced interpretation with music by Nicholas Tonozzi, who won the 2014 Jeff Award for Best Original Music for his work on THE MOTHER at Oracle. THE JUNGLE opensJuly 19, 2014, and runs through September 6, 2014 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend on July 19 - or any night during the run.
Hot on the heels of winning multiple Jeff Awards for THE MOTHER as well as the Emerging Theater Award from Broadway In Chicago, Oracle Productions is proud to announce a world premiere adaptation of THE JUNGLE by Upton Sinclair. Adapter and director Matt Foss returns to Oracle after his 2013 smash-hit, WAITING FOR LEFTY. Sinclair's classic expose on Chicago's sordid industrial past receives a fresh, fast paced interpretation with music by Nicholas Tonozzi, who won the 2014 Jeff Award for Best Original Music for his work on THE MOTHER at Oracle. THE JUNGLE opensJuly 19, 2014, and runs through September 6, 2014 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend on July 19 - or any night during the run.
Oracle Productions to Receive 2014 Broadway In Chicago Emerging Theater Award
The League of Chicago Theatres announces Oracle Productions as the winner of the 2014 Broadway In Chicago Emerging Theater Award. This is the eighth year of the award, which will provide $5,000, a consultation with Broadway In Chicago staff members, and a marketing package that includes advertising support.
The League of Chicago Theatres announces Oracle Productions as the winner of the 2014 Broadway In Chicago Emerging Theater Award. This is the eighth year of the award, which will provide $5,000, a consultation with Broadway In Chicago staff members, and a marketing package that includes advertising support.
Oracle Stages THE PRESIDENT, Now thru 5/31
Oracle Productions has announced the Midwest premiere of Morwyn Brebner's adaptation of THE PRESIDENT by Ferenc Molnar. Artistic Director Max Truax directs this classic farce about the corruptive powers of capitalism. THE PRESIDENT opens tonight, April 12, 2014, and runs through May 31, 2014 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Today and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend on April 12 - or any night during the run.
Oracle Productions has announced the Midwest premiere of Morwyn Brebner's adaptation of THE PRESIDENT by Ferenc Molnar. Artistic Director Max Truax directs this classic farce about the corruptive powers of capitalism. THE PRESIDENT opens tonight, April 12, 2014, and runs through May 31, 2014 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Today and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend on April 12 - or any night during the run.
Oracle to Stage THE PRESIDENT, 4/12-5/31
Oracle Productions has announced the Midwest premiere of Morwyn Brebner's adaptation of THE PRESIDENT by Ferenc Molnar. Artistic Director Max Truax directs this classic farce about the corruptive powers of capitalism. THE PRESIDENT opens April 12, 2014, and runs through May 31, 2014 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend on April 12 - or any night during the run.
Oracle Productions has announced the Midwest premiere of Morwyn Brebner's adaptation of THE PRESIDENT by Ferenc Molnar. Artistic Director Max Truax directs this classic farce about the corruptive powers of capitalism. THE PRESIDENT opens April 12, 2014, and runs through May 31, 2014 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N. Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM. Press are invited to attend on April 12 - or any night during the run.
Odradek Theatre Co. Presents Ferdinand Bruckner's PAINS OF YOUTH in Oracle B*Sides, Now thru 10/13
Oracle B*Sides has announced the Chicago premiere of Martin Crimp's adaptation of Ferdinand Bruckner's PAINS OF YOUTH. This co-production with Odradek Theatre Company is directed by Joshua Altman. PAINS OF YOUTH opens tonight, September 21, 2013, and runs through October 13, 2013 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday, and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM.
Oracle B*Sides has announced the Chicago premiere of Martin Crimp's adaptation of Ferdinand Bruckner's PAINS OF YOUTH. This co-production with Odradek Theatre Company is directed by Joshua Altman. PAINS OF YOUTH opens tonight, September 21, 2013, and runs through October 13, 2013 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday, and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM.
Odradek Theatre Co. to Present Ferdinand Bruckner's PAINS OF YOUTH in Oracle B*Sides, 9/21-10/13
Oracle B*Sides is proud to announce the Chicago premiere of Martin Crimp's adaptation of Ferdinand Bruckner's PAINS OF YOUTH. This co-production with Odradek Theatre Company is directed by Joshua Altman. PAINS OF YOUTH opens September 21, 2013, and runs through October 13, 2013 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday, and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM.
Oracle B*Sides is proud to announce the Chicago premiere of Martin Crimp's adaptation of Ferdinand Bruckner's PAINS OF YOUTH. This co-production with Odradek Theatre Company is directed by Joshua Altman. PAINS OF YOUTH opens September 21, 2013, and runs through October 13, 2013 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday, and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM.
Oracle B*Sides & White Elephant to Present PINK MILK, 8/10-9/7
Oracle B*Sides is proud to announce the opening of PINK MILK, a new play by Alex Paul Young, in a co-production with White Elephant, a new Chicago theatre collective. PINK MILK is a drama infused with dance inspired by the life of Alan Turing, the British mathematician known as the father of modern computers. This poetic and compelling new play is directed by Brandon Powers. PINK MILK opens August 10, 2013, and runs through September 7, 2013 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday, and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM.
Oracle B*Sides is proud to announce the opening of PINK MILK, a new play by Alex Paul Young, in a co-production with White Elephant, a new Chicago theatre collective. PINK MILK is a drama infused with dance inspired by the life of Alan Turing, the British mathematician known as the father of modern computers. This poetic and compelling new play is directed by Brandon Powers. PINK MILK opens August 10, 2013, and runs through September 7, 2013 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N Broadway in Chicago). Performances are Friday, Saturday, and Monday nights at 8PM; Sundays at 7PM.
Oracle Productions Presents Dario Fo's ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST, Now thru 3/2
Oracle Productions kicks off Season 3 in Public Access Theatre with a death-defying production of Dario Fo's ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST, translated by Jon Laskin and Michael Aquilante and directed by Oracle Executive Producer Ben Fuchsen. Reopening the investigation into how audiences become political activists by laughing their asses off, this hilarious portrayal of authoritarian corruption opens tonight, January 19, 2013, and runs through March 2, 2013 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N Broadway in Chicago).
Oracle Productions kicks off Season 3 in Public Access Theatre with a death-defying production of Dario Fo's ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST, translated by Jon Laskin and Michael Aquilante and directed by Oracle Executive Producer Ben Fuchsen. Reopening the investigation into how audiences become political activists by laughing their asses off, this hilarious portrayal of authoritarian corruption opens tonight, January 19, 2013, and runs through March 2, 2013 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N Broadway in Chicago).
Oracle Productions Presents Dario Fo's ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST, 1/19-3/2
Oracle Productions kicks off Season 3 in Public Access Theatre with a death-defying production of Dario Fo's ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST, translated by Jon Laskin and Michael Aquilante and directed by Oracle Executive Producer Ben Fuchsen. Reopening the investigation into how audiences become political activists by laughing their asses off, this hilarious portrayal of authoritarian corruption opens January 19, 2013, and runs through March 2, 2013 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N Broadway in Chicago).
Oracle Productions kicks off Season 3 in Public Access Theatre with a death-defying production of Dario Fo's ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST, translated by Jon Laskin and Michael Aquilante and directed by Oracle Executive Producer Ben Fuchsen. Reopening the investigation into how audiences become political activists by laughing their asses off, this hilarious portrayal of authoritarian corruption opens January 19, 2013, and runs through March 2, 2013 at Oracle Theatre (3809 N Broadway in Chicago).
Oracle Presents Opening of THE SANDMAN Tonight, 6/1
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Oracle Productions announces changes to the schedule for their main stage adaptation of THE SANDMAN by E.T.A. Hoffman. All pertinent information is below. Oracle's staff greatly appreciates the efforts of media outlets to provide accurate information to the public. Please take a moment to update any calendars or web pages to reflect the changes below. In addition, Oracle's Board of Directors apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause to editors, reviewers, and staff schedules.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Oracle Productions announces changes to the schedule for their main stage adaptation of THE SANDMAN by E.T.A. Hoffman. All pertinent information is below. Oracle's staff greatly appreciates the efforts of media outlets to provide accurate information to the public. Please take a moment to update any calendars or web pages to reflect the changes below. In addition, Oracle's Board of Directors apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause to editors, reviewers, and staff schedules.
Oracle Productions’ Public Access Theatre to Present THE SANDMAN, Opening 6/1
Up next in Oracle Productions' Public Access Theatre Season 2, Artistic Director Max Truax directs a world premiere adaptation of THE SANDMAN, based on the short story by E.T.A. Hoffman.Bob Fisher (Artistic Director of The Mammals) adapts.
Up next in Oracle Productions' Public Access Theatre Season 2, Artistic Director Max Truax directs a world premiere adaptation of THE SANDMAN, based on the short story by E.T.A. Hoffman.Bob Fisher (Artistic Director of The Mammals) adapts.
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