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The  2024 SEASON OF AFFIRMATION
Protection – Leadership – Power

The Time Machine: A Tribute To The ’80s

Written and Directed by Daryl D. Brooks

 

Join us as the Black Ensemble Theater takes you back to a time when the music was eclectic and eccentric – The 80’s! With hits from Prince, Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam, Morris Day and many more, including a Hip Hop medley that will make you wanna jump up and pop lock. This is one musical journey that you don’t want to miss!

Previews: February 24th, 25th, March 1st & 2nd
Open: March 3rd
Close:
April 14th   Extended Through April 28th

 

TICKETS ON SALE – CLICK HERE


The Salon

Written and Directed by Michelle Renee’ Bester

Bernadette’s salon has been a place of refuge, love, and community in Chicago since opening their doors in 1974. It’s now 2024 and the doors may have to close due to financial hardship, major changes in the community and new ownership. The staff must come together and save the salon by any means necessary! Through music, dance and shared experiences, the salon will explore black legacy, black excellence and hair like never before seen!

Previews: May 25th, 26th, 31st, June 1st
Open: June 2nd
Close: July 14th

 

Jackie Taylor’s – Blue Eyed Soul Sung By Brown Eyed People

Written and Directed by Jackie Taylor

How many times have you heard a soulful song and just assumed that the singer was Black only to find out – they were not. Music is the common denominator that unites us all. No matter who it’s sung by – great music – is great music and Blue Eyed Soul sung by Brown Eyed People will honor and celebrate the music that proves – We all have Soul!

Previews: September 14th, 15th, 20th and 21st
Open:
September 22nd
Close: November 3rd


A Gamble On Huff: The Story of Gamble & Huff

Written and Directed by Daryl D. Brooks

Founded by songwriters Kenny Gamble & Leon Huff, Philadelphia International Records was a powerhouse in churning out soul hits by some of the biggest stars in the soul music industry. Groups like the O’JaysHarold Melvin & the Blue Notes, and McFadden & Whitehead became a staple at PIR as well as many solo artists like Patti Labelle, Teddy Pendergrass, and Billy Paul. Join us as we tell the story of this dynamic duo from their humble beginnings to their biggest triumphs.

Previews: December 7th, 8th, 13th, 14th
Open: December 15th
Close
: January 19th, 2025

 


GROUP TICKETS

Black Ensemble Theater has special offers for groups of 10 or more. Group tickets are available for all upcoming shows in the 2024 season.
If you are interested in purchasing tickets for a group of 10 or more, contact our Group Sales Manager, Karolyn Wright by clicking here or call 773-754-3927 to receive the group discount.

The  2024 SEASON OF AFFIRMATION
Protection – Leadership – Power

The Time Machine: A Tribute To The ’80s

Written and Directed by Daryl D. Brooks

Join us as the Black Ensemble Theater takes you back to a time when the music was eclectic and eccentric – The 80’s! With hits from Prince, Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam, Morris Day and many more, including a Hip Hop medley that will make you wanna jump up and pop lock. This is one musical journey that you don’t want to miss!

Previews: February 24th, 25th, March 1st & 2nd
Open: March 3rd
Close:
April 14th  Extended Through April 28th

TICKETS ON SALE – CLICK HERE


The Salon

Written and Directed by Michelle Renee’ Bester

Bernadette’s salon has been a place of refuge, love, and community in Chicago since opening their doors in 1974. It’s now 2024 and the doors may have to close due to financial hardship, major changes in the community and new ownership. The staff must come together and save the salon by any means necessary! Through music, dance and shared experiences, the salon will explore black legacy, black excellence and hair like never before seen!

Previews: May 25th, 26th, 31st, June 1st
Open: June 2nd
Close: July 14th

 

Jackie Taylor’s – Blue Eyed Soul Sung By Brown Eyed People

Written and Directed by Jackie Taylor

How many times have you heard a soulful song and just assumed that the singer was Black only to find out – they were not. Music is the common denominator that unites us all. No matter who it’s sung by – great music – is great music and Blue Eyed Soul sung by Brown Eyed People will honor and celebrate the music that proves – We all have Soul!

Previews: September 14th, 15th, 20th and 21st
Open:
September 22nd
Close: November 3rd


A Gamble On Huff: The Story of Gamble & Huff

Written and Directed by Daryl D. Brooks

Founded by songwriters Kenny Gamble & Leon Huff, Philadelphia International Records was a powerhouse in churning out soul hits by some of the biggest stars in the soul music industry. Groups like the O’JaysHarold Melvin & the Blue Notes, and McFadden & Whitehead became a staple at PIR as well as many solo artists like Patti Labelle, Teddy Pendergrass, and Billy Paul. Join us as we tell the story of this dynamic duo from their humble beginnings to their biggest triumphs.

Previews: December 7th, 8th, 13th, 14th
Open: December 15th
Close
: January 19th, 2025

 


GROUP TICKETS

Black Ensemble Theater has special offers for groups of 10 or more. Group tickets are available for all upcoming shows in the 2024 season.
If you are interested in purchasing tickets for a group of 10 or more, contact our Group Sales Manager, Karolyn Wright by clicking here or call 773-754-3927 to receive the group discount.