Black Ensemble Theater

Black Ensemble Theater The mission of the Black Ensemble Theater is to eradicate racism through the creative arts
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The mission of the Black Ensemble Theater is to eradicate racism and its damaging effects upon our society through the utilization of theater arts.

Teachers/educators, we’ve extended our offer to you. Please see the caption on this post to see how you can receive comp...
05/20/2026

Teachers/educators, we’ve extended our offer to you. Please see the caption on this post to see how you can receive complimentary tickets at an upcoming event of ours.. 💐

As we close out “Teacher’s Appreciation Week”, we at Black Ensemble Theater would like to offer 5 educators a complimentary experience at one of our upcoming productions - “Soul of a Powerful Woman” or “Another Night @ BET”.

To receive this opportunity, all you have to do is the following:
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Message us the following:
- Name:
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-School of Residence:
-How can theater and arts programming impact the students at your school? :

*This offer ends at the end of the month!

As we close out “Teacher’s Appreciation Week”, we at Black Ensemble Theater would like to offer 5 educators a compliment...
05/08/2026

As we close out “Teacher’s Appreciation Week”, we at Black Ensemble Theater would like to offer 5 educators a complimentary experience at one of our upcoming productions - “Soul of a Powerful Woman” or “Another Night @ BET”.

To receive this opportunity, all you have to do is the following:
Follow us on all social media Ensemble Theater
Message us the following:
- Name:
- Email:
-School of Residence:
-How can theater and arts programming impact the students at your school? :

*This offer ends at the end of the month!

04/14/2026

Watch Jaitee, the star of The Jackie Wilson Story" perform one of Jackie Wilson's biggest hits, "Danny Boy." The Jackie Wilson Story runs through April 26, 2026.
The 50th Anniversary Season is sponsored by Abbott and Family Foundation

04/12/2026

We asked the cast of The Jackie Wilson Story to choose between Jackie Wilson and other legendary performers. Their answers are shocking and hilarious! Check out The Jackie Wilson Story at Black Ensemble Theater through April 26, 2026.
The 50th Anniversary season is sponsored by Abbott and Bayless Family Foundation.

04/11/2026

Award-winning choreographer tells about his inspiration for the dances in the Jackie Wilson Story. Breon speaks on Black influence on dance in pop culture and more.
The 50th Anniversary season is sponsored by Abbott and Bayless Family Foundation .

04/10/2026

The Jackie Wilson Story is Solomon Langley's first production with the Black Ensemble Theater. He told us about his great experience in this legendary show.
The 50th Anniversary season is sponsored by Abbott and Bayless Family Foundation.

04/09/2026

Britt Edwards is featured in The Jackie Wilson Story as Jackie's wife, Freda. Here's a chat with the talented actress about what it's like to play Jackie Wilson's wife.
The 50th Anniversary season is sponsored by Abbott and Bayless Family Foundation.

04/08/2026

Meet Rhonda Preston , a fantastic actress and vocalist. She has been a favorite at the Black Ensemble Theater for 30 years. In this interview, Rhonda talks about her journey in portraying the mother of a superstar.
The 50th Anniversary season is sponsored by Abbott and BaylessFamilyFoundation.
Running through April 26 - tickets at our website.

Address

4450 N Clark Street
Chicago, IL
60640

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 8:30pm
Sunday 1pm - 5:30pm

Telephone

+17737694451

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