Organic Theater Company

04/05/2021

We are saddened by the murders of the 8 individuals, six of whom were Asian women, in Atlanta on March 16th, and horrified at the increase in Asian hate crimes over the past year. We acknowledge the horrific reports of attacks against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders across the city and country. We stand in strong solidarity with our AAPI friends, family and neighbors.

We are clear on where we stand: racism, in all its forms, cannot be tolerated. Hate crimes have no place in creating vibrant, diverse places to live, work and play.

As a company, we will continue to speak out against hate and work tirelessly to create opportunities for artists to thrive. We will once again rise above this moment by working together. And we will be part of the dialogue helping our communities heal. We are all on this journey together.

We encourage our community of artists to stand unified, listen and learn from one other, and practice compassion for all. As long as hate exists, we will continue to fight to ensure our communities are ones where everyone feels safe, and we will continue to speak out against racism, prejudice, and hate.

For more resources on how to help stop the hate, and to learn more about our AAPI community, please check out the following websites:

gofundme.com/aapi

https://selfevidentshow.com/

https://www.documentary.org/blog/documentaries-watch-asian-and-pacific-islander-american-heritage-month

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuH1M1754dgDjrdZJytzLw-GAJL2HYC0c

https://www.standagainsthatred.org/

https://www.justice.gov/hatecrimes/learn-about-hate-crimes

http://www.nqapia.org/wpp/home/

01/09/2021

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us!

08/19/2020

If you are looking for another way to support, consider a donation to the National Black Arts' Forward Artist Project Relief Fund. The fund "provide[s] resources to enable artists to work through these uncertain times and provide a means for them to continue to produce the art that makes our world so vibrant."

By supporting this fund, you are helping to provide resources to enable artists to work through these uncertain times and provide a means for them to continue to produce the art that makes our world so vibrant. With the uneasiness we all feel surrounding COVID19, it is NBAF's priority to ensure that...

08/17/2020

Incredibly important reading for any Predominantly White Institution (like ours!) interested in programming Black writers and Black stories. What stories are we taught are acceptable and palatable? What stories need to be told?

Black trauma demands and deserves creative expression, but our lives are about so much more than tragedy.

08/15/2020

Our company continues to meet to discuss and create change in our practice and structure. Here is a resource that we have been utilizing when creating new proposals and creating steps towards developing transparency!

08/12/2020

While it's short, it asks all the right questions. These reflections and assessments are crucial in understanding how we adjust and change to become a more equitable company.

08/03/2020

Image Description: Photo of empty seats at a theater with red velvet seats and dim lighting, a maroon square is center that has text that reads: "An update for our community: Organic Theater Company is no longer a resident company at the Greenhouse Theater Center. While the near future seems uncertain and we do not have a timeline for when we will next produce on stage, we will no longer be using that space for our programming." Organic Theater Company logo is in the bottom right corner.

07/10/2020

For Black theatre artists, this is a time for healing; for our white counterparts, it is a time of reckoning. Can we make this moment count?

07/08/2020

"In response to COVID-19, National Black Arts (NBAF) is launching an Artist Project Relief fund to support Black Artists in need."

Consider Donating or applying for today!

By supporting this fund, you are helping to provide resources to enable artists to work through these uncertain times and provide a means for them to continue to produce the art that makes our world so vibrant. With the uneasiness we all feel surrounding COVID19, it is NBAF's priority to ensure that...

06/27/2020

You can visit our friends at the Neo-Futurists today, 10am-2pm, to drop off donations! 5153 N Ashland Ave!

EXTENDED! Today thru July 31st, Neo-Futurists will be at the theater (5153 N Ashland) collecting Baby & Parent Supplies in collaboration with Chi Helper Squad. 💯% CONTACT-FREE 😷
•WED 2-6PM•
•SAT 10-2PM•
•SUN 2-6PM•

06/24/2020

The Neo-Futurists' annual Pride show is digital this year, and 100% of the proceeds go to Brave Space Alliance! The show is LIVE tomorrow (6/25) at 8pm! Tickets available at www.NeoFuturists.org!

06/24/2020

"While we are in our planning season we are committing to ongoing meetings and time to develop a transparent antiracism plan, create systems for accountability and harm prevention, and make our company a safer place to practice artistry. While we do this work thoughtfully and specifically, we want to use our social media platforms to boost the fundraising and donation efforts that other Chicago companies are organizing, share what we are reading and listening to regarding anti-racist theatre-making and organizational practice, and amplify Chicago specific organizations. This is only the tip of the iceberg, but we are dedicated as individuals and as a company to acknowledge, adjust, and move forward."