Kamille Dawkins

Strawdog Theatre Announces Cast And Crew Of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST

Strawdog Theatre has announced the cast and crew for THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, running from June 6-30, 2024.

Cast Set For NATIVE SON at Lifeline Theatre

Casting has been announced for Chicagoan Nambi E. Kelley’s adaptation of Richard Wright’s powerful introspection on race and justice like never before. Native Son runs at Lifeline Theatre, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave. in Rogers Park, from May 10 – June 30, 2024.

Photos: First Look at The Factory Theater's PARTY AT THE PANTHEON

The Factory Theater has released production photos for The Factory's 28th season, Party at the Pantheon: A Modern Greek Stoner Comedy, opening tonight, February 16 at 8 p.m. Check out photos here!

The Factory Theater Invites You To PARTY AT THE PANTHEON: A Modern Greek Stoner Comedy

The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St., has announced the second production of The Factory's 28th season, Party at the Pantheon: A Modern Greek Stoner Comedy, opening February 16 at 8 p.m..

Strawdog Announces Cast of HERSHEL & THE HANUKKAH GOBLINS

Strawdog announces the cast of 'Hershel & the Hanukkah Goblins,' a musical adaptation of Eric Kimmel's beloved book. The show runs from December 3-23, 2023, at the Chicago Loop Synagogue. Tickets are free but require advance registration.

The Factory Theater to Present WISE GUYS: THE FIRST CHRISTMAS STORY and More In 2023-2024 Season

The Factory Theater, presenting Lane Call: A NIght of Closing, June 16 - July 22, has announced its 29th anniversary season of world premieres including Chase Wheaton-Werle's Wise Guys: The First Christmas Story, November 3 - December 16; Michael Jones's Party At The Pantheon: A Modern Greek Stoner Comedy, February 9 - March 23, 2024 and Kirk Pynchon and Mike Beyer's Die Hard 4 Your Luv, May 31 - July 13, 2024.

Chicago Premiere of YOGA PLAY & More Announced for Strawdog Theatre Company 2022-2023 Season

Strawdog Theatre Company, under the leadership of Artistic Director Kamille Dawkins*, is welcoming back audiences for its 35th season, “Propellant,” featuring a Chicago premiere, a new twist on a comedy classic and the return of a holiday favorite.

Strawdog Theatre Announces New Managing Director & Production Manager

Strawdog Theatre Company has announced the appointment of Paul Cook as its new Managing Director. Cook has served as Production Manager at Strawdog since 2019 and an ensemble member since 2020. Strawdog also welcomes Donna 'Dante' Gary as its new Production Manager.

Photos: First Look at the World Premiere of ON THE GREENBELT at Strawdog Theatre Company

Strawdog Theatre Company, Chicago’s newest free theater, has returned this spring with the world premiere of On The Greenbelt, playing April 22 – May 28, 2022 at Links Hall, 3111 N. Western Ave. in Chicago. 

Strawdog Theatre Company Shifts To Free Theater Model

Strawdog Theatre Company announced today it has shifted to a Free Theater Model, offering free admission to all of its productions. The move, guided by the company's mission toward equity, anti-racism and inclusion, allows Strawdog to continue serving current patrons while expanding its audience to include lower-income individuals and increase accessibility within the Chicago theater community itself. Advance reservations will be required.

Strawdog Theatre Presents ON THE GREENBELT in April

A semi-finalist for the 2021 Blue Ink Playwright Awards, On The Greenbelt is a serio-comic play that jumps between past and the present, written by ensemble member Karissa Murrell Myers* and directed by Jonathan Berry.

Strawdog Theatre Presents HERSHEL AND THE HANUKKAH GOBLINS At Rivendell Theatre

Strawdog Theatre Company has welcomed back live audiences this winter with its annual holiday hit Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins, playing November 20 – December 12, 2021 at Rivendell Theatre, 5779 N. Ridge Ave. in Chicago.

Strawdog Theatre Company Announces Season 34: Aftermath

Strawdog Theatre Company, under the leadership of Interim Artistic Director Kamille Dawkins*, will welcome back audiences for its 34th season, “Aftermath,” featuring two live productions and an online treat just in time for Halloween.

Strawdog Theatre Presents HOW DO WE NAVIGATE SPACE?

Strawdog Theatre Company will conclude its all-virtual 33rd season with How Do We Navigate Space?, a series of original performances inspired by the events of 2020, from the pandemic to social justice.

Strawdog Theatre Company Presents HOW DO WE NAVIGATE SPACE?

Written by Karissa Murrell Myers* and directed by Denise Yvette Serna, How Do We Navigate Space? will stream daily March 8 – 28, 2021 from 12 pm (noon) to 12 am (midnight) CST.

Strawdog Theatre Company Welcomes New Ensemble Members

Strawdog Theatre Company's is pleased to welcome seven new ensemble members for 2020, including: Paul Cook, Leah Hummel, Yeaji Kim, Alyssa Maldonado, Karissa Murrell Myers, Manuel Ortiz and Johnard Washington.

Strawdog Theatre's RUN THE BEAST DOWN Extends Through November 1

Due to popular demand, Strawdog Theatre Company's U.S. digital premiere of Run the Beast Down will stream one additional week, extending through Sunday, November 1, 2020. British playwright Titas Halder's one-man thriller is directed by ensemble member Elly Green* and features Gage Wallace.

Strawdog Theatre's Presents Digital U.S Premiere of RUN THE BEAST DOWN

Strawdog Theatre Company is pleased to continue its all-virtual 33rd season with the digital U.S. premiere of British playwright Titas Halder's one-man drama Run The Beast Down, directed by ensemble member Elly Green* and featuring Gage Wallace. Halder's award-nominated thriller will play October 2 a?" 25, 2020.

Strawdog Theatre Presents RUN THE BEAST DOWN

Strawdog Theatre Company is pleased to continue its all-virtual 33rd season with the digital U.S. premiere of British playwright Titas Halder's one-man drama Run The Beast Down, directed by ensemble member Elly Green* and featuring Gage Wallace. Halder's award-nominated thriller will play October 2 a?" 25, 2020.

Strawdog Theatre Presents THE FOUR

Strawdog Theatre Company is pleased to launch its all-virtual 33rd season with two live-streamed performances of The Four, an original poem written and directed by Interim Artistic Director Kamille Dawkins and performed by Strawdog ensemble members.