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American Blues Theater is an Ensemble of artists committed to producing new and classic diverse stories that ask the question: “What does it mean to be American?”
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The American Sign Language-interpreted performance of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago" is tomorrow - Friday, Dec 5.
Use code ACCESS when purchasing your tickets:
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📸: Michael Brosilow
Use code ACCESS when purchasing your tickets:
americanbluestheater.com/2025-its-a-w...
📸: Michael Brosilow
December 4, 2025 at 4:11 PM
The American Sign Language-interpreted performance of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago" is tomorrow - Friday, Dec 5.
Use code ACCESS when purchasing your tickets:
americanbluestheater.com/2025-its-a-w...
📸: Michael Brosilow
Use code ACCESS when purchasing your tickets:
americanbluestheater.com/2025-its-a-w...
📸: Michael Brosilow
Today only: get $10 off tickets to "Come Back, Little Sheba" and "Always...Patsy Cline" with code word CYBER 💻
Grab your tickets now at AmericanBluesTheater.com
*Not combinable with other offers. Valid for online purchases only.*
Grab your tickets now at AmericanBluesTheater.com
*Not combinable with other offers. Valid for online purchases only.*
December 1, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Today only: get $10 off tickets to "Come Back, Little Sheba" and "Always...Patsy Cline" with code word CYBER 💻
Grab your tickets now at AmericanBluesTheater.com
*Not combinable with other offers. Valid for online purchases only.*
Grab your tickets now at AmericanBluesTheater.com
*Not combinable with other offers. Valid for online purchases only.*
Black Friday Sale! Get 50% off tickets for "Come Back, Little Sheba" and "Always... Patsy Cline" with code word FRIDAY.
Give the gift of theater this year! 🎁
Buy tickets at AmericanBluesTheater.com
*Not combinable with other offers. Valid for all purchases made through Nov 30.*
Give the gift of theater this year! 🎁
Buy tickets at AmericanBluesTheater.com
*Not combinable with other offers. Valid for all purchases made through Nov 30.*
November 28, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Black Friday Sale! Get 50% off tickets for "Come Back, Little Sheba" and "Always... Patsy Cline" with code word FRIDAY.
Give the gift of theater this year! 🎁
Buy tickets at AmericanBluesTheater.com
*Not combinable with other offers. Valid for all purchases made through Nov 30.*
Give the gift of theater this year! 🎁
Buy tickets at AmericanBluesTheater.com
*Not combinable with other offers. Valid for all purchases made through Nov 30.*
Join us for our annual holiday party, featuring live music, trivia, prizes, delectable bites, signature cocktails & more!
All funds benefit artists' wages.
Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/11/17/2...
All funds benefit artists' wages.
Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/11/17/2...
November 25, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Join us for our annual holiday party, featuring live music, trivia, prizes, delectable bites, signature cocktails & more!
All funds benefit artists' wages.
Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/11/17/2...
All funds benefit artists' wages.
Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/11/17/2...
Audiences love "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" 🎄
The holiday classic is onstage now through December 28.
🎟️ americanbluestheater.com/2025-its-a-w...
📸 Michael Brosilow
The holiday classic is onstage now through December 28.
🎟️ americanbluestheater.com/2025-its-a-w...
📸 Michael Brosilow
November 24, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Audiences love "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" 🎄
The holiday classic is onstage now through December 28.
🎟️ americanbluestheater.com/2025-its-a-w...
📸 Michael Brosilow
The holiday classic is onstage now through December 28.
🎟️ americanbluestheater.com/2025-its-a-w...
📸 Michael Brosilow
Happy Veterans' Day from all of us at American Blues Theater.
Honor a veteran in your life with a "Bravery Bulletin" during the 2025 production of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!"
Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/21/2...
Honor a veteran in your life with a "Bravery Bulletin" during the 2025 production of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!"
Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/21/2...
2025 BRAVERY BULLETIN - American Blues Theater
Accepting nominations for the 2025 Bravery Bulletin!
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November 11, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Happy Veterans' Day from all of us at American Blues Theater.
Honor a veteran in your life with a "Bravery Bulletin" during the 2025 production of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!"
Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/21/2...
Honor a veteran in your life with a "Bravery Bulletin" during the 2025 production of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!"
Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/21/2...
📣 Last call for early bird prices for "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!"
Beginning tomorrow, prices will raise for select performances.
Grab your tickets now: tickettailor.com/events/americanbluestheater/1879011
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Beginning tomorrow, prices will raise for select performances.
Grab your tickets now: tickettailor.com/events/americanbluestheater/1879011
Photo by Michael Brosilow
November 6, 2025 at 4:03 PM
📣 Last call for early bird prices for "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!"
Beginning tomorrow, prices will raise for select performances.
Grab your tickets now: tickettailor.com/events/americanbluestheater/1879011
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Beginning tomorrow, prices will raise for select performances.
Grab your tickets now: tickettailor.com/events/americanbluestheater/1879011
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Seeking nominations for the Bravery Bulletin!
During each performance of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!", we honor one person who has shown remarkable courage in the face of challenge. The honor includes 2 complimentary tickets!
americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/21/2025-bravery-bulletin
During each performance of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!", we honor one person who has shown remarkable courage in the face of challenge. The honor includes 2 complimentary tickets!
americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/21/2025-bravery-bulletin
November 3, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Seeking nominations for the Bravery Bulletin!
During each performance of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!", we honor one person who has shown remarkable courage in the face of challenge. The honor includes 2 complimentary tickets!
americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/21/2025-bravery-bulletin
During each performance of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!", we honor one person who has shown remarkable courage in the face of challenge. The honor includes 2 complimentary tickets!
americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/21/2025-bravery-bulletin
Performances of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" begin in less than 3 weeks! For almost 25 years, we've treated audiences to a live retelling of the Frank Capra classic in a 1940s radio broadcast tradition.
Tickets on sale now: tickettailor.com/events/americanbluestheater/1879011
Tickets on sale now: tickettailor.com/events/americanbluestheater/1879011
November 1, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Performances of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" begin in less than 3 weeks! For almost 25 years, we've treated audiences to a live retelling of the Frank Capra classic in a 1940s radio broadcast tradition.
Tickets on sale now: tickettailor.com/events/americanbluestheater/1879011
Tickets on sale now: tickettailor.com/events/americanbluestheater/1879011
The 2025 Halloween Boo Bash is today from 4pm - 7pm 🎃
Limited tickets still available (and there's still time to donate!)
Swing by and join us for a spook-tacular afternoon!
Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash
Limited tickets still available (and there's still time to donate!)
Swing by and join us for a spook-tacular afternoon!
Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash
October 26, 2025 at 2:01 PM
The 2025 Halloween Boo Bash is today from 4pm - 7pm 🎃
Limited tickets still available (and there's still time to donate!)
Swing by and join us for a spook-tacular afternoon!
Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash
Limited tickets still available (and there's still time to donate!)
Swing by and join us for a spook-tacular afternoon!
Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash
Our Halloween Boo Bash is one of Axios' top picks for "Where To Celebrate Halloween This Weekend"
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The weekend before Halloween is always the best.
Chicago's calendar includes bars, pop-ups and plenty of family-friendly fare.
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October 23, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Our Halloween Boo Bash is one of Axios' top picks for "Where To Celebrate Halloween This Weekend"
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We can't wait to see your costumes at the 2025 Halloween Boo Bash!!
There are prizes to be won & fun to be had for all ages 👻
Grab your tickets & join us for a Halloween party this Sunday: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash
There are prizes to be won & fun to be had for all ages 👻
Grab your tickets & join us for a Halloween party this Sunday: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash
October 20, 2025 at 2:06 PM
We can't wait to see your costumes at the 2025 Halloween Boo Bash!!
There are prizes to be won & fun to be had for all ages 👻
Grab your tickets & join us for a Halloween party this Sunday: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash
There are prizes to be won & fun to be had for all ages 👻
Grab your tickets & join us for a Halloween party this Sunday: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash
The 2025 Halloween Boo Bash is right around the corner!! Don't miss this all-ages costume party featuring karaoke, campfire stories, pumpkin carving, trick-or-treating, & more 🎃
Join us on Sunday, October 26: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash
Join us on Sunday, October 26: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash
October 15, 2025 at 1:15 PM
The 2025 Halloween Boo Bash is right around the corner!! Don't miss this all-ages costume party featuring karaoke, campfire stories, pumpkin carving, trick-or-treating, & more 🎃
Join us on Sunday, October 26: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash
Join us on Sunday, October 26: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash
Today is Indigenous Peoples' Day: a day to recognize the resilience and diversity of Indigenous Peoples in the United States.
Learn more about Indigenous Peoples' Day & explore additional resources from the National Museum of the American Indian:
Learn more about Indigenous Peoples' Day & explore additional resources from the National Museum of the American Indian:
Native Knowledge 360°—Unlearning Columbus Day Myths: Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day
NK360° Helpful Handouts: Guidance on Common Questions provide a brief introduction to teachers about important topics regarding Native American life, cultures, and communities. Native Life and Food:…
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October 13, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Today is Indigenous Peoples' Day: a day to recognize the resilience and diversity of Indigenous Peoples in the United States.
Learn more about Indigenous Peoples' Day & explore additional resources from the National Museum of the American Indian:
Learn more about Indigenous Peoples' Day & explore additional resources from the National Museum of the American Indian:
Did you know that it's Banned Books Week? In the "Rubber Banned Book Club" we read, discuss, and advocate for banned books' *bounce back* into circulation 📚
This month & next, we're reading "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" by Ken Kesey.
americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/09/o...
This month & next, we're reading "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" by Ken Kesey.
americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/09/o...
October 9, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Did you know that it's Banned Books Week? In the "Rubber Banned Book Club" we read, discuss, and advocate for banned books' *bounce back* into circulation 📚
This month & next, we're reading "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" by Ken Kesey.
americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/09/o...
This month & next, we're reading "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" by Ken Kesey.
americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/09/o...
You’re invited to our annual, costumed Halloween fundraiser! Join us on Sunday, Oct 26 for an afternoon of killer karaoke, pumpkin carving/painting, campfire stories, seasonal bites/drinks, & more 👻
Buy tickets or donate: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2...
Buy tickets or donate: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2...
October 6, 2025 at 2:51 PM
You’re invited to our annual, costumed Halloween fundraiser! Join us on Sunday, Oct 26 for an afternoon of killer karaoke, pumpkin carving/painting, campfire stories, seasonal bites/drinks, & more 👻
Buy tickets or donate: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2...
Buy tickets or donate: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2...
Happy closing to the cast & crew of "Things With Friends"! Congratulations on a fantastic run ✨
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Photo by Michael Brosilow
October 5, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Happy closing to the cast & crew of "Things With Friends"! Congratulations on a fantastic run ✨
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Photo by Michael Brosilow
It's a two-show day at "Things With Friends" ✌️
This thrilling dark comedy must close TOMORROW! Don't miss it:
americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends
This thrilling dark comedy must close TOMORROW! Don't miss it:
americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends
October 4, 2025 at 4:10 PM
It's a two-show day at "Things With Friends" ✌️
This thrilling dark comedy must close TOMORROW! Don't miss it:
americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends
This thrilling dark comedy must close TOMORROW! Don't miss it:
americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends
A delicious deal for "Things With Friends" 🥩
You can purchase $25 rush tickets in-person at the theater beginning one hour before curtain (subject to availability)
Come join us for the final weekend!
📸 by Michael Brosilow
You can purchase $25 rush tickets in-person at the theater beginning one hour before curtain (subject to availability)
Come join us for the final weekend!
📸 by Michael Brosilow
October 3, 2025 at 5:34 PM
A delicious deal for "Things With Friends" 🥩
You can purchase $25 rush tickets in-person at the theater beginning one hour before curtain (subject to availability)
Come join us for the final weekend!
📸 by Michael Brosilow
You can purchase $25 rush tickets in-person at the theater beginning one hour before curtain (subject to availability)
Come join us for the final weekend!
📸 by Michael Brosilow
Playbill talked to playwright Kristoffer Diaz and director Dexter Bullard about the "Things With Friends" 🍷
Only 5 more chances to see this world premiere!!
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Only 5 more chances to see this world premiere!!
playbill.com/article/in-t...
In Things With Friends, Kristoffer Diaz Skewers 'Rich People Sitting on a Couch Drinking Wine' Plays
The play from the Hell's Kitchen writer makes its world premiere at American Blues Theater in Chicago.
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October 2, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Playbill talked to playwright Kristoffer Diaz and director Dexter Bullard about the "Things With Friends" 🍷
Only 5 more chances to see this world premiere!!
playbill.com/article/in-t...
Only 5 more chances to see this world premiere!!
playbill.com/article/in-t...
Tickets are on sale now for the next two shows in our 40th Anniversary Season:
🔔 24th annual "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" (Nov 21 - Dec 28)
🏠 "Come Back, Little Sheba" staged in our intimate studio (Feb 6 - Mar 22)
Both shows will sell out! Grab your tickets at AmericanBluesTheater.com
🔔 24th annual "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" (Nov 21 - Dec 28)
🏠 "Come Back, Little Sheba" staged in our intimate studio (Feb 6 - Mar 22)
Both shows will sell out! Grab your tickets at AmericanBluesTheater.com
October 1, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Tickets are on sale now for the next two shows in our 40th Anniversary Season:
🔔 24th annual "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" (Nov 21 - Dec 28)
🏠 "Come Back, Little Sheba" staged in our intimate studio (Feb 6 - Mar 22)
Both shows will sell out! Grab your tickets at AmericanBluesTheater.com
🔔 24th annual "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" (Nov 21 - Dec 28)
🏠 "Come Back, Little Sheba" staged in our intimate studio (Feb 6 - Mar 22)
Both shows will sell out! Grab your tickets at AmericanBluesTheater.com
Only 5 shows left! The world premiere of "Things With Friends" by Kristoffer Diaz MUST close Sunday 🍷🥩
Tickets: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Tickets: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends
Photo by Michael Brosilow
September 29, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Only 5 shows left! The world premiere of "Things With Friends" by Kristoffer Diaz MUST close Sunday 🍷🥩
Tickets: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Tickets: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends
Photo by Michael Brosilow
Tonight: join Suzy Petri & friends for a night of cabaret to celebrate the changing season!
A limited number of tickets will be available for sale at the door.
The lobby opens at 6pm, and the show begins at 7pm.
A limited number of tickets will be available for sale at the door.
The lobby opens at 6pm, and the show begins at 7pm.
September 29, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Tonight: join Suzy Petri & friends for a night of cabaret to celebrate the changing season!
A limited number of tickets will be available for sale at the door.
The lobby opens at 6pm, and the show begins at 7pm.
A limited number of tickets will be available for sale at the door.
The lobby opens at 6pm, and the show begins at 7pm.
We're dancing into the weekend 💃
Kristoffer Diaz's "Things With Friends" must close October 5!
Tickets: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends
Kristoffer Diaz's "Things With Friends" must close October 5!
Tickets: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends
September 26, 2025 at 9:38 PM
We're dancing into the weekend 💃
Kristoffer Diaz's "Things With Friends" must close October 5!
Tickets: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends
Kristoffer Diaz's "Things With Friends" must close October 5!
Tickets: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends
Artistic Affiliate Maya Lou Hlava will be taking over our Instagram this week for a behind-the-scenes look at "Things With Friends"!
Follow us on Instagram to see her updates: www.instagram.com/american_blu...
Follow us on Instagram to see her updates: www.instagram.com/american_blu...
September 23, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Artistic Affiliate Maya Lou Hlava will be taking over our Instagram this week for a behind-the-scenes look at "Things With Friends"!
Follow us on Instagram to see her updates: www.instagram.com/american_blu...
Follow us on Instagram to see her updates: www.instagram.com/american_blu...