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SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:Spanish Captioned performance \nThe “perfect Chicago holiday tradition” (Chicago Parent). \nRediscover the magic of Dickens’ classic with a fresh\, heartwarming adaptation that “makes you believe kindness can win” (Chicago Tribune). Follow Ebenezer Scrooge\, a wealthy businessman whose disdain for the holidays is transformed on a fateful Christmas Eve. Directed by Jessica Thebus and featuring a “first-rate cast and marvelous staging” (Chicago Sun-Times)\, this beloved tale remains “the best Christmas story ever told” (Time Out Chicago).
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/a-christmas-carol-2/
LOCATION:Goodman Theatre\, 170 N Dearborn St\, Chicago\, 60601\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241215T163000
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SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol at Goodman Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Rediscover the magic of Dickens’ classic with a fresh\, heartwarming adaptation that “makes you believe kindness can win” (Chicago Tribune). Follow Ebenezer Scrooge\, a wealthy businessman whose disdain for the holidays is transformed on a fateful Christmas Eve. Directed by Jessica Thebus and featuring a “first-rate cast and marvelous staging” (Chicago Sun-Times)\, this beloved tale remains “the best Christmas story ever told” (Time Out Chicago). \nAccessibility: OC \nhttps://www.goodmantheatre.org/show/a-christmas-carol-2024/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/a-christmas-carol-at-goodman-theatre-6/
LOCATION:Goodman Theatre\, 170 N Dearborn St\, Chicago\, 60601\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241031T164057Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Creative Agency | Zine Fest for Families at Museum of Contemporary Art
DESCRIPTION:The Teen Creative Agency (TCA) at the MCA is celebrating 13 years (and counting) of DIY publications by teens! This event showcases the original artwork\, activism\, and social practice of Chicago-area youth in zine form. Participate in activities organized by the TCA and find zines and merch giveaways on-site. \nAdmission is free to Family Day attendees.  ASL interpretation. \nhttps://visit.mcachicago.org/events/family-day-zines/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/teen-creative-agency-zine-fest-for-families-at-museum-of-contemporary-art/
LOCATION:Museum of Contemporary Art\, 220 E Chicago Ave\, Chicago\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Contemporary Art":MAILTO:info@mcachicago.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T213000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241023T192539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T192539Z
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SUMMARY:Joyce DiDonato + Kings Return: KINGS ReJOYCE! at Harris Theater
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato — named as “the most potent female singer of her generation” by The New Yorker and “one of the most delightful artists of our time” by Gramophone — as she joins forces with the dynamic four-piece a cappella group Kings Return and the brilliant pianist Craig Terry in KINGS ReJOYCE! This special festive program promises a delightful blend of sacred and popular repertoire\, celebrating the unique way music can bring us home for the holidays and transporting listeners to a world of joy and wonder. \nDon’t miss this unforgettable collaboration of world-class talent as DiDonato\, Kings Return\, and Terry bring the true spirit of the season to life. \nAccessibility: ASL Interpreted \nhttps://www.harristheaterchicago.org/performance/kings-rejoyce
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/joyce-didonato-kings-return-kings-rejoyce-at-harris-theater/
LOCATION:Harris Theater for Music and Dance\, 205 E Randolph Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Harris Theater for Music and Dance":MAILTO:info@harristheaterchicago.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241104T180443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T180443Z
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SUMMARY:Mañanas en el museo – Sensory Friendly Morning
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nWe invite you to enjoy our free sensory friendly morning at the museum! Experience the galleries before public hours with an interactive educational booklet to help you engage with exhibitions. Take a break in our quiet space equipped with fidgets\, a weighted blanket\, and weighted plushies. Get creative in our art studio with a self-paced art project with air dry clay and beads. \nTools:\n– Sensory Bags available for check-out at the front desk feature ear defenders\, fidgets\, sunglasses\, and an Activity Sheet for our Nuestras Historias gallery\n– NMMA for All App allows you to prepare for your visit to the NMMA ahead of time\, featuring explore guides\, a scheduler\, and more. \nContact:\nIf you have any questions or require any additional accommodations\, please contact angela@nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org.
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/mananas-en-el-museo-sensory-friendly-morning/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241107T214346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T195121Z
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SUMMARY:Every Brilliant Thing at Writers Theatre
DESCRIPTION:ASL Performance!! \nUse promo code: WTASL2425 for $30.00 tickets! If you run into any problems with this promo code\, please call the box office at 847-242-6000 or send an email at boxoffice@writerstheatre.org. \nTHIS PERFORMANCE IS GENERAL ADMISSION! \n“1. Ice Cream. 2. Water fights. 3. Staying up past your bedtime and being allowed to watch TV.” This is how a six-year-old child begins a list of all the things that make life wonderful. They’re making the list for their mother\, who suffers from depression. As life goes on\, and the challenges faced morph from childhood to adulthood\, the list continues to grow and take on a life of its own. By shining a hilarious and compassionate light on life’s small abundant joys\, this big-hearted play—told in gentle collaboration with the audience—is a loving tribute to resilience and the lengths we will go to for those we love. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/every-brilliant-thing-at-writers-theatre/
LOCATION:Writers Theatre\, 325 Tudor Ct\, Glencoe\, IL\, 60022
ORGANIZER;CN="Writers Theatre":MAILTO:boxoffice@writerstheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T153000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241027T045413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T045413Z
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SUMMARY:Talk | On Techno and Art: Robert Hood\, Arthur Jafa\, and DeForrest Brown Jr. at Museum of Contemporary Art
DESCRIPTION:Robert Hood\, an acclaimed techno originator and founding member of Detroit’s Underground Resistance (UR) who created the commissioned soundtrack for artist Arthur Jafa’s APEX (2013)\, joins Jafa in conversation. They discuss the social\, aesthetic\, and technological relationships between techno and what Jafa refers to as a desire to create “a cinema capable of matching the power\, beauty\, and alienation of Black music.” The conversation is moderated by DeForrest Brown Jr.\, musician\, representative of the campaign to Make Techno Black Again\, and author of Assembling a Black Counter Culture (Primary Information\, 2022)\, a comprehensive history of techno through a Black theoretical framework. \nThat evening\, the MCA partners with smartbar to present a full DJ set by the legend himself: Robert Hood. Tickets are available through smartbar. \nCART captioning in English and Spanish is provided for this talk. \nhttps://visit.mcachicago.org/events/talk-on-techno-and-art-robert-hood-arthur-jafa-deforrest-brown-jr/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/talk-on-techno-and-art-robert-hood-arthur-jafa-and-deforrest-brown-jr-at-museum-of-contemporary-art/
LOCATION:Museum of Contemporary Art\, 220 E Chicago Ave\, Chicago\, 60611\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Contemporary Art":MAILTO:info@mcachicago.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241108T213741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T213741Z
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SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:Touch Tour at 12:30 \nAudio Described performance begins at 2 pm. \nThe “perfect Chicago holiday tradition” (Chicago Parent). \nRediscover the magic of Dickens’ classic with a fresh\, heartwarming adaptation that “makes you believe kindness can win” (Chicago Tribune). Follow Ebenezer Scrooge\, a wealthy businessman whose disdain for the holidays is transformed on a fateful Christmas Eve. Directed by Jessica Thebus and featuring a “first-rate cast and marvelous staging” (Chicago Sun-Times)\, this beloved tale remains “the best Christmas story ever told” (Time Out Chicago).
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/a-christmas-carol-4/
LOCATION:Goodman Theatre\, 170 N Dearborn St\, Chicago\, 60601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241016T072645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T073203Z
UID:10014111-1733427000-1733432400@culturalaccesscollaborative.org
SUMMARY:LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
DESCRIPTION:Two lost souls meet at a crossroads\, in the dead of night\, deep in the Mississippi of it all. They laugh\, they flirt\, they make sweet music. Together\, they conjure a familiar sound from long ago\, one of wondrous deals and dangerous aspirations. In this sultry world premiere inspired by the myth of musician Robert Johnson\, the Delta Blues fills the air\, and every strum has the chance to change your life. \nLeroy and Lucy will be performed in Steppenwolf’s Ensemble Theater. \nAccessibility: Assistive Listening Devices\, Open Captions \nhttps://www.steppenwolf.org/tickets–events/seasons-/2024-25/leroy-and-lucy/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/leroy-and-lucy-at-steppenwolf-theatre-company-2/
LOCATION:Steppenwolf Theatre Company\, 1650 N. Halsted Street\, Chicago\, 60614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241016T011112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T012502Z
UID:10014114-1733329800-1733346000@culturalaccesscollaborative.org
SUMMARY:Sensory-Friendly ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo Presented by ComEd and Invesco QQQ
DESCRIPTION:For FREE tickets\, us promo code SEAL2024 at checkout. \nJoin us for a night of still sounds and static lights at ZooLights. \nThis ticket is for the zoo’s sensory-friendly visit option on Wednesday\, December 4\, from 4:30 to 9 p.m. \nDuring this special night\, all blinking or moving lights will remain static or turned off\, while the music will be turned down or off. Nightly capacity is limited to foster a safe and enjoyable guest experience\, meaning there’s more space to enjoy the beautiful lights with your family and friends! \nAll ticket sales support the zoo’s world-class animal care\, global conservation\, and innovative learning programs. \nLincoln Park Zoo works to minimize barriers and ensure that everyone can fully experience the zoo. We are dedicated to ensuring zoo programs\, spaces\, and facilities are accessible to all. Please visit lpzoo.org/accessibility for more information. \nFor FREE tickets\, us promo code SEAL2024 at checkout. \nGET TICKETS HERE \nhttps://tickets.lpzoo.org/events/01920b38-2249-dd1a-38f9-ca9050081886 \nAccessibility: Sensory-Friendly
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/sensory-friendly-zoolights-at-lincoln-park-zoo-2/
LOCATION:LIncoln Park Zoo\, 2400 N Cannon Drive\, Chicago\, 60614\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Lincoln Park Zoo":MAILTO:access@lpzoo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241121T015416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T015416Z
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SUMMARY:Taming the Anxious Brain with Nature in Mind
DESCRIPTION:During these stressful times\, join The Morton Arboretum for an insightful online webinar for those interested in creating inclusive\, wellness-centered experiences outdoors. Led by Dr. Heidi Schreiber-Pan\, an expert in nature-based therapy\, this session will explore practical\, nature-inspired approaches to managing anxiety and stress. Dr. Schreiber-Pan will share effective\, research-based strategies to help people understand their minds and take actionable steps toward a balanced\, fulfilling life through connecting with nature. \nThis session provides tangible tools and real-life success stories that can empower participants to bring nature-wellness strategies into their own lives and inspire others in their communities. Together\, we’ll uncover accessible ways to enhance mental well-being through nature-inspired techniques\, providing lasting benefits for individuals and communities alike. \nThis live\, online program will be held via Zoom\, with links sent to registered participants. \nAccessibility: Virtual \nhttps://mortonarb.org/explore/activities/adult-programs/taming-the-anxious-brain-with-nature-in-mind/ \n 
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/taming-the-anxious-brain-with-nature-in-mind/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241201T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20240529T004009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T012431Z
UID:10013496-1733061600-1733070600@culturalaccesscollaborative.org
SUMMARY:Blue at Lyric Opera of Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Co-produced by Lyric\, The Glimmerglass Festival\, and Washington National Opera\, the opera presents the moving story of ​​a Black middle-class family in Harlem whose hopes and dreams for their teenage son are shattered when he is shot by a white police officer. \nAudio Description will be available and a touch tour will begin at 12:00pm before the event at 2:00pm. \nSound Shirt will also be offered on this date. \nPlease visit lyricopera.org for further information. \nhttps://www.lyricopera.org/shows/upcoming/2024-25/blue/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/blue-at-lyric-opera-of-chicago-2/
LOCATION:Lyric Opera of Chicago\, 20 N Wacker Drive\, Chicago\, 60606\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241124T173000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20240619T020325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T020325Z
UID:10013495-1732456800-1732469400@culturalaccesscollaborative.org
SUMMARY:The Marriage of Figaro at Lyric Opera of Chicago
DESCRIPTION:In the setting of Count Almaviva’s castle\, his servants\, Figaro and Susanna\, conspire to get the better of their willful employer\, joined by his long-suffering wife\, the Countess. Also on hand is opera’s most lovable pageboy\, Cherubino. \nsoundshirt \nhttps://www.lyricopera.org/shows/your-visit/accessibility/ \n 
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/the-marriage-of-figaro-at-lyric-opera-of-chicago-2/
LOCATION:Lyric Opera of Chicago\, 20 N Wacker Drive\, Chicago\, 60606\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241108T205934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T210339Z
UID:10014150-1732390200-1732399200@culturalaccesscollaborative.org
SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:ASL interpreted. \nThe “perfect Chicago holiday tradition” (Chicago Parent). \nRediscover the magic of Dickens’ classic with a fresh\, heartwarming adaptation that “makes you believe kindness can win” (Chicago Tribune). Follow Ebenezer Scrooge\, a wealthy businessman whose disdain for the holidays is transformed on a fateful Christmas Eve. Directed by Jessica Thebus and featuring a “first-rate cast and marvelous staging” (Chicago Sun-Times)\, this beloved tale remains “the best Christmas story ever told” (Time Out Chicago). \n  \n 
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/a-christmas-carol/
LOCATION:Goodman Theatre\, 170 N Dearborn St\, Chicago\, 60601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241016T072457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T073232Z
UID:10014110-1732374000-1732381200@culturalaccesscollaborative.org
SUMMARY:LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
DESCRIPTION:Two lost souls meet at a crossroads\, in the dead of night\, deep in the Mississippi of it all. They laugh\, they flirt\, they make sweet music. Together\, they conjure a familiar sound from long ago\, one of wondrous deals and dangerous aspirations. In this sultry world premiere inspired by the myth of musician Robert Johnson\, the Delta Blues fills the air\, and every strum has the chance to change your life. \nAccessibility: Assistive Listening Devices\, Open Captions \nhttps://www.steppenwolf.org/tickets–events/seasons-/2024-25/leroy-and-lucy/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/leroy-and-lucy-at-steppenwolf-theatre-company/
LOCATION:Steppenwolf Theatre Company\, 1650 N. Halsted Street\, Chicago\, 60614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241121T015113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T015113Z
UID:10014156-1732366800-1732374000@culturalaccesscollaborative.org
SUMMARY:Sound Bath at LaSalle Hotel Chicago + Vendor Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Sound Bath at LaSalle Hotel Chicago + Vendor Pop-Up \nJoin us for a transformative and immersive Sound Bath experience led by Christie\, certified sound healer at the stunning LaSalle Hotel in Chicago. Step into an oasis of calm as you’re enveloped by soothing sounds and harmonious vibrations designed to quiet the mind\, release tension\, and rejuvenate the spirit. In this tranquil setting\, allow yourself to drift into a state of deep relaxation and healing\, as the tones of crystal singing bowls and other sound healing instruments restore balance and harmony. \nAfter the Sound Bath\, take time to explore our Vendor Pop-Up\, showcasing an array of unique\, handcrafted products from talented local artisans. It’s a perfect opportunity to find something special\, whether for yourself or a loved one\, and support Chicago’s creative community. \nHeld at the beautiful LaSalle Hotel at 208 S La Salle St\, this event promises a blissful day of relaxation\, connection\, and conscious shopping. Mark your calendars and invite friends to share in this experience of peace and rejuvenation! \nThe sound bath will take place promptly at 1pm-1:45pm \nVendors will be available from 1:45pm-3pm \nWhat to bring: \nA yoga mat (if you don’t have one\, mats will be made available)\nSupport for your head and knees\nA blanket if you tend to be cold\nWater (if you don’t bring one\, bottled water is available)\nA friend\, the more the merrier\nPaid street parking is available in addition to nearby garages. Uber/Lyft or Spot Hero are options to consider. Give yourself ample time for parking. \nIf you have any questions please feel free to contact Christie Edwards\, sound bath facilitator via email christie.r.edwards@gmail.com \nAccessibility: sensory friendly. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/sound-bath-at-lasalle-hotel-chicago-vendor-pop-up-tickets-1077911324789?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/sound-bath-at-lasalle-hotel-chicago-vendor-pop-up/
LOCATION:lasalle hotel\, 208 S La Salle St\, Chicago\, 60604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T213000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20240529T003032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T003416Z
UID:10013490-1732129200-1732138200@culturalaccesscollaborative.org
SUMMARY:Blue at Lyric Opera of Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Co-produced by Lyric\, The Glimmerglass Festival\, and Washington National Opera\, the opera presents the moving story of ​​a Black middle-class family in Harlem whose hopes and dreams for their teenage son are shattered when he is shot by a white police officer. \nLyric Opera will be offering American Sign Language interpretation as well as the use of Sound Shirts. Please visit lyricopera.org for further information. \nhttps://www.lyricopera.org/shows/upcoming/2024-25/blue/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/blue-at-lyric-opera-of-chicago/
LOCATION:Lyric Opera of Chicago\, 20 N Wacker Drive\, Chicago\, 60606\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyric Opera of Chicago":MAILTO:mstjohn@lyricopera.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241117T173000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20240529T005536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T012133Z
UID:10013494-1731852000-1731864600@culturalaccesscollaborative.org
SUMMARY:The Marriage of Figaro at Lyric Opera of Chicago
DESCRIPTION:In the setting of Count Almaviva’s castle\, his servants\, Figaro and Susanna\, conspire to get the better of their willful employer\, joined by his long-suffering wife\, the Countess. Also on hand is opera’s most lovable pageboy\, Cherubino. \nAudio Description will be available at this performance and a touch tour will begin at 12:00pm before the performance at 2:00pm. \nSound shirt will also be available at this performance. \nFor more information go to lyricopera.org. \nhttps://www.lyricopera.org/shows/upcoming/2024-25/the-marriage-of-figaro/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/the-marriage-of-figaro-at-lyric-opera-of-chicago/
LOCATION:Lyric Opera of Chicago\, 20 N Wacker Drive\, Chicago\, 60606\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241006T222037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241006T222037Z
UID:10014107-1731852000-1731862800@culturalaccesscollaborative.org
SUMMARY:Kohl Children's Museum Everyone At Play
DESCRIPTION:KCM welcomes children with disabilities and their families for an afternoon of learning and play focused on them. Our Museum campus is designed for universal accessibility with a purpose to encourage linguistic\, cognitive\, motor and social skills for all children ages birth to 8. -16 hands-on Museum exhibits. -One-on-one interactive activities with trained\, registered therapy animals and other partners. -Quiet room for stimulation breaks. -Museum staff providing play support and guidance. -A free family pass for 4 to return to the Museum. \nAccessibility: Sensory Friendly \nHome Page
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/kohl-childrens-museum-everyone-at-play-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241108T022528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T022528Z
UID:10014140-1731250800-1731258000@culturalaccesscollaborative.org
SUMMARY:A Midsummer Night's Dream
DESCRIPTION:Four Athenians run away to the forest in the name of love (reciprocated and otherwise) and unknowingly find themselves in the crossfires of a war between the king and queen of the fairies. In the midst of this conflict\, local workers are attempting (poorly) to rehearse a play to celebrate the upcoming nuptial of Duke Theseus to Queen Hippolyta. All the while\, the mischievous Puck is guiding events and creating chaos for fairies and mortals alike.
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/a-midsummer-nights-dream/
LOCATION:The Edge Theater\, 5451 N. Broadway\, Chicago\, 60640\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Babes With Blades Theatre Company":MAILTO:boxoffice@babeswithblades.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20240915T004847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T004847Z
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SUMMARY:Becky Nurse of Salem at Theater Wit
DESCRIPTION:The Midwest premiere of Becky Nurse of Salem\, a new dark comedy by Sarah Ruhl\, directed by Polly Noonan\, promises to bewitch Chicago audiences as the opening production of Shattered Globe Theatre’s 34th season. \nGaze into any crystal ball and it’s clear\, Shattered Globe’s Becky Nurse of Salem is sure to cast a spell on Chicago audiences during the fall theater season. Previews start date October 4. Press opening is Thursday\, October 10 at 7:30 p.m. Becky Nurse of Salem runs through November 16 at Theater Wit\, 1229 W. Belmont\, in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood. Tickets are $10-$52\, and on sale now. Purchase tickets online at SGTheatre.org\, call the Theater Wit box office\, (773) 975-8150\, or purchase in person at Theater Wit. \nMeet Becky Nurse\, an outspoken\, quick-witted tour guide at the Salem Museum of Witchcraft\, where she’s straining to navigate life in post-Obama America. As a descendant of Rebecca Nurse\, who was executed for witchcraft in 1692\, Becky questions whether things have truly changed for women. As her struggles grow\, she turns to a local witch for help. One spell leads to another\, spiraling Becky’s life into chaos. In today’s “lock her up” era\, this darkly comic play delves into a woman grappling with her family’s past while finding her own voice. \nAccess: Theater Wit is wheelchair accessible\, and all patrons with disability needs are invited to purchase $20 access tickets with the code “ACCESS20” at Theater Wit’s checkout page. Please email boxoffice@theaterwit.org to ensure we can reserve the right seat for your access needs. Please do not use this code if you do not require these services. Go to SGTheatre.org and see the Accessible Ticketing info to find out about our Waived Ticket Program. \nAssisted Listening Devices are available for all performances. \nOpen Captions will be provided at the 3 p.m. matinee on Sunday\, November 10.
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/becky-nurse-of-salem-at-theater-wit/
LOCATION:Theater Wit\, 1229 W Belmont\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
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DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
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SUMMARY:Talk | The Living End Artist Roundtable at the Museum of Contemporary Art
DESCRIPTION:On the occasion of the opening of The Living End: Painting and Other Technologies\, 1970-2020\, featured artists Tishan Hsu\, Tala Madani\, and Jacolby Satterwhite chat with Senior Curator of the MCA and organizer of the exhibition\, Jamillah James\, about the past\, present\, and future of painting. \nSpanning an international and intergenerational group of artists\, The Living End surveys the arc of painting over the last 50 years\, highlighting it as a mode of artistic expression in a constant state of renewal and rebirth. \nCART captioning in English and Spanish is provided for this talk. \nhttps://visit.mcachicago.org/events/talk-the-living-end-artist-roundtable/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/talk-the-living-end-artist-roundtable-at-the-museum-of-contemporary-art/
LOCATION:Museum of Contemporary Art\, 220 E Chicago Ave\, Chicago\, 60611\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Contemporary Art":MAILTO:info@mcachicago.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241023T192244Z
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SUMMARY:Patti Smith and Lynn Goldsmith: Before Easter After at University of Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Legendary celebrity and rock-n-roll photographer\, Lynn Goldsmith has captured the biggest stars with her skilled lens. She’s chronicled the careers of Bob Dylan\, the Rolling Stones\, Bruce Springsteen\, Michael Jackson\, and her longtime friend and collaborator\, Patti Smith. A Chicago Humanities favorite\, Patti Smith is one of America’s most acclaimed singer-songwriters and a beloved photographer and poet. Reserve your copy of Goldsmith’s deeply personal visual book about Smith\, Before Easter After\, and become a lucky fly on the wall with your ticket to witness this chat between two icons of music and photography\, as well as an exclusive performance. \nOpen captions and ALDs will be provided. \nhttps://www.chicagohumanities.org/events/attend/patti-smith-lynn-goldsmith/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/patti-smith-and-lynn-goldsmith-before-easter-after-at-university-of-chicago/
LOCATION:University of Chicago – Gordon Parks Arts Hall\, 5815 S Kimbark Ave\, Chicago\, 60637\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Humanities":MAILTO:tickets@chicagohumanities.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T183000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241023T192135Z
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SUMMARY:Hoop Dreams at 30 at University of Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Hoop Dreams was famously called “the great American documentary” by Roger Ebert. It’s also\, of course\, a quintessentially Chicago film. Hoop Dreams turns 30 this year\, its story of two young Chicagoans (Arthur Agee and William Gates) trying to become professional basketball players as resonant as ever. Arthur and William\, along with director/producer Steve James and director of photography/producer Peter Gilbert\, join Chicago Humanities and Kartemquin Films to look back at the film that changed their lives while reflecting on what has — and hasn’t changed — for young men and women chasing their dreams on the basketball courts of Chicago. \nOpen captions and ALDs will be provided. \nhttps://www.chicagohumanities.org/events/attend/hoop-dreams-30th-anniversary/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/hoop-dreams-at-30-at-university-of-chicago/
LOCATION:University of Chicago – Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts\, 915 E 60th St\, Chicago\, 60637\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Humanities":MAILTO:tickets@chicagohumanities.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241023T192023Z
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SUMMARY:A Talk on Dance and Movement with Kyle Abraham at University of Chicago
DESCRIPTION:As part of our fall festival examination of movement\, we explore the primal human expression of physical movement and the artistic and cultural foundations of dance with leading choreographer Kyle Abraham. With his company\, A.I.M by Kyle Abraham\, he creates a body of dance-based work that is galvanized by Black culture and history and features the rich tapestry of Black and Queer stories. Hear the inspiring insights of Abraham\, who has been commissioned to create works for premiere dance companies like Alvin Ailey\, American Ballet Theatre\, New York City Ballet\, Paul Taylor\, and Hubbard Street Dance Chicago. \nOpen captions and ALDs will be provided. \nhttps://www.chicagohumanities.org/events/attend/kyle-abraham/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/a-talk-on-dance-and-movement-with-kyle-abraham-at-university-of-chicago/
LOCATION:University of Chicago – Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts\, 915 E 60th St\, Chicago\, 60637\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Humanities":MAILTO:tickets@chicagohumanities.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241006T221848Z
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SUMMARY:Fugitive/Refuge: Philip Metres and Faisal Mohyuddin at Poetry Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Philip Metres will read from his new book Fugitive/Refuge\, an extended qasidah reflecting on exile and family histories of forced migration from global violence. Chicago poet Faisal Mohyuddin will read from his new book Elsewhere: An Elegy\, a meditative and spare collection on fatherhood and grief. \nMurmurs from the poets: \nA toast to the migrants\nthe authors of movement\nwho write with their\nfeet\n— Philip Metres\, from Fugitive/Refuge\nWe have always been the displaced children of displaced children\,\nTethered by distant rivers to abandoned lands\, our blood’s history\nlost.\n— Faisal Mohyuddin\, from Ghazal for the Diaspora \nThis event is part of the Poetry Foundation’s fall 2024 season\, Murmuring Americas. All Poetry Foundation events are completely free of charge and open to the public\, though advanced registration is encouraged. The performance space is ADA-compliant and wheelchair-accessible\, and the program will feature CART captioning and ASL interpretation. For more information about accessibility at the Poetry Foundation\, please visit our Accessibility Guide. \nhttps://www.poetryfoundation.org/events/1602229/fugitive-refuge
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/fugitive-refuge-philip-metres-and-faisal-mohyuddin-at-poetry-foundation/
LOCATION:Poetry Foundation\, 61 W Superior St\, Chicago\, 60654\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Poetry Foundation":MAILTO:events@poetryfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241027T045241Z
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SUMMARY:Family Day | Screen Time at Museum of Contemporary Art
DESCRIPTION:Designed for children under 12 and their grown-ups\, MCA Family Days invite our youngest visitors to be the museum’s artists\, thinkers\, and collaborators. Witness an artist’s first creation. Experience inspiration spark from play and wonder. Do something nearly unheard of in a contemporary art museum—sit on comfy pillows and eat free snacks. Every second Saturday\, joyfully disregard the boundaries between adult and child\, artist and visitor\, museum and studio\, teacher and learner. \nJoin us on opening weekend of The Living End: Painting and Other Technologies to make some art in the digital world. \nParticipating artists include Niema Qureshi and Norman Long. \nASL interpretation is provided at this event. \nhttps://visit.mcachicago.org/family-day/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/family-day-screen-time-at-museum-of-contemporary-art/
LOCATION:Museum of Contemporary Art\, 220 E Chicago Ave\, Chicago\, 60611\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241023T191803Z
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SUMMARY:Christopher Cox on Woodrow Wilson: The Light Withdrawn at University of Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Former fifth-ranking leader in the US House of Representatives\, chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission\, and senior associate counsel to President George W. Bush\, Christopher Cox leads a discussion on President Woodrow Wilson’s profound and disturbing influence in the fights for women’s voting rights and racial justice\, accentuating the importance of historical awareness for contemporary social discourse. Wilson’s decades of opposition to the 19th Amendment\, his segregation of the federal workforce\, and his sympathy for Jim Crow laws have deeply influenced the course of American history. Obtain a fresh perspective on the enigmatic 28th president and explore how Wilson’s complex legacy in racial equality and women’s suffrage continue to impact America today. \nOpen captions and ALDs will be provided. \nhttps://www.chicagohumanities.org/events/attend/christopher-cox/
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/christopher-cox-on-woodrow-wilson-the-light-withdrawn-at-university-of-chicago/
LOCATION:University of Chicago – Gordon Parks Arts Hall\, 5815 S Kimbark Ave\, Chicago\, 60637\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Humanities":MAILTO:tickets@chicagohumanities.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
CREATED:20241006T221551Z
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SUMMARY:Zip! at Poetry Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Written by Chicago poet Timothy David Rey\, Zip! is a prophetic and ghostly timewarped drama about Nancy Reagan’s fervor for astrology\, interlaced with a Black gay love story\, set on the eve of the AIDS epidemic and the Reagan assassination attempt. The play runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. \nZip! is a 2023 semi-finalist for the Eugene O’Neill National Playwrights Conference. Further development occurred during the author’s time as a 2022 fellow in the playwriting cohort of the Lambda Literary Writers Retreat for Emerging LGBTQ+ Writers-Faculty Advisor\, Jewelle Gomez. Zip! was given its second table-read as part of the 2021 End Of Play Program (hosted by the Dramatist Guild of America/ The 24 Hour Plays NYC). \nSome of Rey’s other plays include White/House (Finalist\, eta New Play Initiative\, 2020)\, Gloria\, The (Almost) Last Picture Show\, and The Monologue Play: An Ongoing Work Exploring Race\, Sex\, Identity…And The American Myth (‘22\,‘23 Changing Worlds/ Arts Work Fund Award Recipient). \nDirector: Roger Ellis \nCast: David Goodloe\, Caren Skibell\, Stephen Glaspie\, Wannapa Pimtong Eubanks\, Anniela Hubidoro\, Saleem Hue Penny\, and Donovan Session. \nProduction Team: Opening Graphic-Rob Riutta/ Ross Parsons\, Choreography-Ayako Kato\, Props-Julie Williams\, Sound-Ayme Frye. \nMurmurs from ZIP!:\nNANCY: I tell you I’ve been honing my foresight over the past few months\, ever since my husband’s inauguration\, and it’s getting stronger every\nday.\n— Timothy David Rey\, from ZIP! \nThis event is part of the Poetry Foundation’s fall 2024 season\, Murmuring Americas. All Poetry Foundation events are completely free of charge and open to the public\, though advanced registration is encouraged. The performance space is ADA-compliant and wheelchair-accessible\, and the program will feature CART captioning and ASL interpretation. Please note\, this event will not be livestreamed. For more information about accessibility at the Poetry Foundation\, please visit our Accessibility Guide. \nhttps://www.poetryfoundation.org/events/1602337/zip
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/zip/
LOCATION:Poetry Foundation\, 61 W Superior St\, Chicago\, 60654\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Poetry Foundation":MAILTO:events@poetryfoundation.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T060720
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SUMMARY:World Premiere of Community Storytellers Shorts at Gene Siskel Film Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening that brings the soul of Chicago’s neighborhoods to the big screen! Experience the powerful stories of our community through the lens of three talented Chicago residents from the 2023-24 Community Storytellers program: \nAlexie Young\nTake 290 (15:53; North Lawndale\, Westside)\nDirected by Sanicole\nWritten by George Ellzey Jr.\nA defeated artist from the Westside of Chicago finds inspiration in the common ground she discovers through a spontaneous interaction with an art curator from the Southside. \nLaura Sáenz\nArtista (11:23; Little Village)\nDirected by Juan Linares\nWritten by Christian Mejia\nAn immigrant child uncovers a world of magic and possibility through the arts at their school. \nBrian Herrera\nAsk A Punk (15:28; Little Village)\nDirected by Kevin Contento\nWritten by Teri Carson\nA non-binary queer teen cultivates community\, individuality\, and resilience through the subculture of the DIY punk scene in Little Village. \nFrom the spirited journey of an artist finding connection in the city\, to the magical exploration of a young immigrant’s discovery of art\, and the vibrant resilience within the DIY punk scene\, these shorts illuminate the unique experiences and voices that shape our communities.\nThis event not only showcases these compelling narratives but also fosters a sense of belonging and community connection. Join us for a moderated conversation following the screening\, featuring all three Storytellers and key members from their film’s respective casts and crews\, including:\nSanicole Young (Director\, Take 290)\nDayeliz Richardson (Lead Actor\, Artista)\nTeri Carson (Screenwriter\, Ask A Punk) \nTogether\, we’ll dive deeper into the creative process and the importance of telling stories that reflect our neighborhoods. \nPlease note: Registration does not guarantee entry. Seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis. We encourage you to arrive early for prime seating and to engage with fellow attendees\, as we celebrate and honor the vibrant narratives that define our community! \nAccessibility: The venue entrance has push-button doors. The theater features 3 accessible seats which are paired with companion seats\, if needed\, and have been set aside next to each wheelchair-accessible area. CART captioning\, live English audio description\, and Spanish interpretation will be available. For additional accommodation requests\, we encourage you to complete your registration at least 72 hours before the event to help ensure we can accommodate them. \nhttps://2024CSTWorldPremiere.eventbrite.com
URL:https://culturalaccesscollaborative.org/access-event/world-premiere-of-community-storytellers-shorts-at-gene-siskel-film-center/
LOCATION:Gene Siskel Film Center\, 164 N State St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Full Spectrum Features":MAILTO:cassidy@fullspectrumfeatures.com
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