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# Filament Theatre

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- [Where families come to play](https://filamenttheatre.org/home/)
- [Advisory Council](https://filamenttheatre.org/advisory2/) - Info Coming Soon!
- [Filament's Holiday Special](https://filamenttheatre.org/holiday-special/) - Come join Filament Theatre Ensemble for Filament Theatre's 3rd Annual Holiday Special. Help us celebrate our first full season in our new home with treats, drinks, live music, and Chicago's newest and happiest holiday tradition, a screening of Charlie Brown's Christmas and How The Grinch Stole Christmas, brought to life by some of our favorite actors and musicians. You won't
- [Allie's Gift 2014](https://filamenttheatre.org/allies-gift-2014/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is now accepting applications for the fourth annual Allie’s Gift, a financial award granted annually to an emerging Chicago theatre artists to help subsidize the costs of career-related expenses. Allison Powell served as Filament’s business manager from February of 2010 until her untimely passing in January of 2011. As creative as she was business-savvy,
- [An Evening of Storytelling](https://filamenttheatre.org/an-evening-of-storytelling/) - We at Filament are thrilled to announce that Ben Kemper, award-winning storyteller, will be with us in Portage Park this upcoming Friday for a unique evening of storytelling. An Evening of Storytelling with Ben Kemper Friday, May 24 at 7:00 4041 N. Milwaukee Ave. Admission is FREE, and donations are welcome to contribute to Filament's
- [2006-2007 Season](https://filamenttheatre.org/2006-2007-season/) - A Muse in Love Adapted from William Shakespeare by Allegra Libonati September-October 2006 on the Lakefill at Northwestern University Production Team Director: Julie Ritchey* Executive Producer: Mark Barna* Stage Manager: Lauren Robinson Costumes: Kristy Leigh Hall Set: Ali McKegney Music Director: Kirby Hall Cast Puck: Brandon Cloyd Benedick/Orlando/Orsino/Demetrius: Reggie Gowland* Claudio/Silvius/Lysander/Romeo: Christian Libonati* Hero/Phebe/Olivia/Hermia/Juliet: Sarah
- [2007-2008 Season](https://filamenttheatre.org/2007-2008-season/) - Six Impossible Things Conceived by Julie Ritchey* Adapted from J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan, L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz, and Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Julie Ritchey* & the Filament Theatre Ensemble November - December 2007 at the North Lakeside Cultural Center Production Team Director: Julie Ritchey* Stage Manager: Rebecca Kling Costume
- [2008-2009 Season](https://filamenttheatre.org/2008-2009-season/) - Sleepy Hollow: A Folk Musical Adapted from Washington Irving's The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Tyler Beattie* February - March 2009 at the Theatre Building Chicago Production Team Director and Music Director: Tyler Beattie* Original Music & Lyrics: Tyler Beattie* Stage Manager: Tricia Bobeda Costume Design: Mieka van der Ploeg Set Design: Andre LaSalle Lighting
- [2009-2010 Season](https://filamenttheatre.org/2009-2010-season/) - The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Newly adapted from Washington Irving's The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Tyler Beattie* October - November 2009 at the Viaduct Theatre Production Team Director: Scott Ferguson Original Music & Lyrics: Tyler Beattie* Musical Director: Tyler Beattie* Stage Manager: Rachel Kenton Production Manager: Dujuan Pritchett Costume Design: Mieka van der Ploeg
- [Crossing Six Corners](https://filamenttheatre.org/crossing-six-corners/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble will present Crossing Six Corners: A Neighborhood Heritage Project on February 22, 23, and 24 at its new home in the Six Corners Shopping District. Through interviews with past and current residents, archived news articles, and discussions with local historians, Filament has devised an original play about the Six Corners.
- [New Orleans Pianist Tom McDermott](https://filamenttheatre.org/new-orleans-pianist-tom-mcdermott/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is presenting a one-night-only concert appearance by New Orleans pianist and composer Tom McDermott on Sunday, August 25 starting at 7PM at the Filament Theatre space. Admission is free of charge, donations welcome. Tom McDermott is one of New Orleans' premiere piano players and composers. A native of St. Louis, he
- [July Concerts at Filament](https://filamenttheatre.org/july-concerts-at-filament/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is pleased to once again partner with their Portage Park neighbor and WLUW radio personality Tom Jackson for two free concerts in July: Susan Cowsill on Tuesday, July 9 at 8pm and New Orleans musicians Paul Sanchez, Davis Rogan, and Alex McMurray on Saturday, July 13 at 8pm. All donations collected
- [Filament Presents Davis Rogan In Concert](https://filamenttheatre.org/filament-presents-davis-rogan-in-concert/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is pleased to present a very special one-night-only concert performance by renowned New Orleans musician Davis Rogan. A piano player, singer, songwriter, actor and writer, Rogan will bring his unique style of musical entertainment to Filament's new theatre space on Friday, April 19, starting at 8pm. A new Orleans native, Davis
- [2010-2011 Season](https://filamenttheatre.org/2010-2011-season/) - Choose Thine Own Adventure Adapted from William Shakespeare by Allison Powell* October 2010-December 2010 at the Underground Lounge Production Team: Director: Julie Ritchey* Scenic Design: Amy C. Gilman Costume Design: Kristen Ahern Lighting Design: Will Dean Stage Management: Kathleen Wenzlick Cast: Dromio: Marco Minichiello Antiono: Ped Nesari Bernardo: Omen Sade* Rosalind: Mary Spearen* Arlecchino's Odyssey
- [2011-2012 Season](https://filamenttheatre.org/2011-2012-season/)
- [Ten Pass](https://filamenttheatre.org/ten-pass/) - Filament is launching TenPass, an annual flex ticket that allows you to see up to ten shows a year for only $100! That means... The 2014 TenPass is good for the entire 2014 calendar year. $100 gets you 10 seats. That's like 10 tickets for only $10 each! See ten shows yourself, bring nine guests
- [Stuff Omen Likes](https://filamenttheatre.org/stuff-omen-likes/) - As has been observed many times by many people, one of the things that makes Chicago such a livable city is the presence of Green Space. Anyone who has lived in a city without such a decentralized verdant network of public space can truly appreciate the way that Chicago is set up. One of my favorite uses
- [Vocalist Ingrid Lucia](https://filamenttheatre.org/vocalist-ingrid-lucia/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is presenting a one-night-only concert appearance by renowned New Orleans songbird Ingrid Lucia on Sunday, November 24 starting at 7pm at the Filament Theatre space. Admission is free of charge, with a $10 suggested donation welcome. The performance story of Ingrid Lucia begins with her father David Pearlman, aka "Poppa Neutrino".
- [It's Coming!](https://filamenttheatre.org/its-coming/) - SAVE THE DATE! Coming to you live on December 14th at 7:00. Portage Park's newest Christmas tradition: The Second Annual FILAMENT HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA! Featuring a live overdub of A Charlie Brown Christmas and How the Grinch Stole Christmas, performed by Filament's acting ensemble and the Northwest side's hippest jazz trio. But wait, there's
- [Filament Celebrates Six Corners' Heritage](https://filamenttheatre.org/filament-celebrates-six-corners-heritage/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble will revisit the heritage of the Six Corners Shopping District with Crossing Six Corners: Sears Stories on October 12 at 5:00pm. Filament will join in the celebration of the Six Corners Sears’ 75th anniversary with this original piece crafted from resident interviews and research. Presented in a series of scenes, monologues,
- [Chicago Artists Month](https://filamenttheatre.org/chicago-artists-month/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is proud to make its contribution to the 18th annual Chicago Artists Month this October with special events by master mask maker Jeff Semmerling and the mask making students of Inside Out Art Studio. In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Inside Out Art Studio, and in anticipation of their move
- [The Gillet Singleton Duo](https://filamenttheatre.org/the-gillet-singleton-duo/) - World renowned improviser, HELEN GILLET is a Walloon born in a Flemish hospital. Raised in Belgium, Singapore, Illinois and Wisconsin, Helen landed in her current hometown of New Orleans in 2003, where she has studied and performed with members of the Sun Ra Arkestra, Astral Project, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Mardi Gras Indians, and Louisiana
- [A Muse In Love at Portage Park BBQ Fest, Jeff Fest](https://filamenttheatre.org/a-muse-in-love-at-portage-park-bbq-fest-jeff-fest/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is presenting five performances of its original adaptation A Muse In Love at the Portage Park BBQ Fest on Saturday, June 15 and Sunday, June 16, and at the Jeff Fest on Saturday, July 27. A Muse In Love was adapted by Allegra Libonati as a "greatest hits" of love scenes
- [SHANNON McNALLY Sings the Songs of Bobby Charles](https://filamenttheatre.org/shannon-mcnally-sings-the-songs-of-bobby-charles/) - SHANNON McNALLY Sings the Songs of Bobby Charles Saturday, June 1st 8:00 PM Filament Theatre (4041 N Milwaukee Ave) Free Admission Donations accepted and proceeds go to Filament Theatre BYOB Beverage If you think you don't know Bobby Charles' music...you are mistaken. "See You Later Alligator", "Walking to New Orleans", "But I Do" and many
- [Filament Presents A Bob Dylan Birthday Bash](https://filamenttheatre.org/filament-presents-a-bob-dylan-birthday-bash/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is presenting the Bob Dylan Birthday Bash, a celebration and concert featuring performances by local musicians of some of the legendary singer/songwriter's classic songs, on Saturday, May 18 starting at 7:30pm at the Filament space. The event will be hosted by Tom Jackson, who has been celebrating Dylan's birthday on Chicago's
- [Meet Ryan Westwood](https://filamenttheatre.org/meet-ryan-westwood/) - On April 26, we were pleased to announce that Ryan Westwood was the 2013 recipient of Allie's Gift - a financial award given to a local theatre artist in memory of ensemble member Allison Powell. Ryan is an actor, musician, juggler, animal-balloon maker, one-man-band, street performer, unicycler, and - recently - a banjo player. Upon
- [Free Public Performance at The Magic Tree Bookstore](https://filamenttheatre.org/free-public-performance-at-the-magic-tree-bookstore/) - Filament Theatre Ensemble is proud to be partnering with Urban Gateways on our new adaptation of Alice & Me!, an interactive re-telling of the story of Alice and Wonderland. As part of our ongoing Community Building Campaign we are offering a FREE public performance: The Magic Tree Bookstore Sunday, December 12 at 3PM 141 N. Oak
- [Music Mondays: Peter Oyloe](https://filamenttheatre.org/music-mondays-peter-oyloe/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is pleased to announce the first of its Music Mondays, a concert series featuring local performers that will take place starting April 1 at 7pm in their new performance space at 4041 North Milwaukee Avenue in Chicago. For the inaugural Music Monday, Filament ensemble member and accomplished folk singer/songwriter Peter Oyloe
- [Music Monday Featuring Laura Joy](https://filamenttheatre.org/music-monday-featuring-laura-joy/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is pleased to announce the next in its Music Mondays series, a concert series featuring local musicians that takes place on the first Monday of every month in their new performance space at 4041 North Milwaukee Avenue in Chicago. On May 6 at 7pm, Chicago-based singer/songwriter Laura Joy will be performing
- [All City Elementary Art Exhibition](https://filamenttheatre.org/all-city-elementary-art-exhibition/) - You are Invited to the All City Elementary Art Exhibition Chicago Public Schools, Arts Alive!45, Alderman John Arena and the Filament Theatre Ensemble are partnering to host the first All City Elementary Art Exhibition for Northwest Side elementary students. Location: Filament Theatre Filament Theatre Ensemble 4041 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL 60641 There is parking behind Filament Theatre
- [Filament Announces Allie's Gift 2013 Call For Applications](https://filamenttheatre.org/filament-announces-allies-gift-2013-call-for-applications/) - CHICAGO – The Filament Theatre Ensemble is now accepting applications for the third annual Allie's Gift, a gift to Chicago theatre artists to help subsidize the costs of career-related expenses. Allison Powell was the business manager of the Filament Theatre Ensemble from February of 2010 until her untimely passing in January of 2011. Like so
- [What a Year It's Been!](https://filamenttheatre.org/what-a-year-its-been/) - As 2013 gets underway, we at Filament are reflecting on all the incredible gifts that 2012 brought. We are incredibly grateful to you, our audiences and supporters, for making this year our best one yet. With your help, we... ...signed a lease at 4041 N. Milwaukee Ave. in the beautiful Portage Park neighborhood. ...produced The
- [Holiday Fundraiser Party](https://filamenttheatre.org/holiday-fundraiser-party/) - You are cordially invited to the Filament Theatre Ensemble’s Holiday Fundraiser Party Saturday December 8 at 6:30pm at 4041 N. Milwaukee Ave. Featuring a LIVE Radio Show Film Screening Double Feature of A Charlie Brown Christmas and How the Grinch Stole Christmas performed by members of the Filament Theatre Ensemble and a live jazz trio.
- [Coming Soon from Filament!](https://filamenttheatre.org/coming-soon-from-filament/) - It’s an exciting time for the Filament Theatre Ensemble as we prepare for the next phase in our journey. As you know, in May we signed a lease on our very own space in Portage Park, at 4041 N. Milwaukee Ave. Since then we’ve been taking a crash course in architectural design, building codes, city
- [Mama Knows Best](https://filamenttheatre.org/mama-knows-best/) - In this post, we'll take a look at Mama Lillie, the first of two important women in Hank's life and career. We also have the pleasure of introducing you to Danon Dastugue, the delightful lady playing the role in our production of Hank Williams: Lost Highway Ladies and gentlemen, meet Jessie Lillybelle Skipper Williams, called
- [Hank and his Tutor](https://filamenttheatre.org/hank-and-his-tutor/) - In today's blog post we examine the relationship between Hank Williams and his mentor Rufus Payne, known as Tee-Tot. Hank's problems with his back (which we will explore in Hank's upcoming blog entry) kept him from the normal jobs that a young man living rural America in the 1940's would have done. Since he was
- [Meet The Band](https://filamenttheatre.org/meet-the-band/) - We continue our on-going blog series on the life and music of Hank Williams and our production of Hank Williams: Lost Highway. In this post we are excited to introduce you to the actors that make up Hank's band, The Drifting Cowboys, in our production. Join us next time as we examine Hank's fans and
- [Montgomery's Largest Crowd](https://filamenttheatre.org/montgomerys-largest-crowd/) - In today's blog entry we examine Hank's fans and look into what is was about Mr. Williams that had the country so enthralled, even now. Then we introduce you to Bryce Gangel, who plays "The Waitress" in Hank Williams: Lost Highway. The Waitress, who spends her days working in a truck stop diner listening to
- [The Drifting Cowboys](https://filamenttheatre.org/the-drifting-cowboys/) - Welcome to Filament's on-going blog series, providing insight into the world of Hank Williams, both the real-life man and the production of Hank Williams: Lost Highway coming to the Athenaeum Theatre June 8 - July 8. To kick off the blog, we'll take a look at The Drifting Cowboys - the name Hank gave every
- [Announcing Allie's Gift 2012](https://filamenttheatre.org/announcing-allies-gift-2012/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is thrilled to announce that the 2012 recipient of Allie’s Gift is Vanessa Valliere. Vanessa is a theatre artist with a diverse background including acting, physical theatre performance, clown, directing, and dance. Vanessa has performed and assistant directed at the Neo-Futurists, understudied and assisted at The New Colony, performed as back
- [The Hank Williams: Lost Highway Story](https://filamenttheatre.org/the-hank-williams-lost-highway-story/) - Over the next several weeks, as we enter into rehearsals for Hank Williams: Lost Highway,we will be featuring articles delving into the story of Hank Williams' life. Who were the Drifting Cowboys? What was Mama Lily really like? How did he come to write the music that has changed the world in some many wonderful
- [With Allie's Gift, Filament Honors A Friend By Paying It Forward ](https://filamenttheatre.org/with-allies-gift-filament-honors-a-friend-by-paying-it-forward/) - Below is an article that appeared on Theatre in Chicago on March 17th. In honor of our dear friend and collaborator, Allison Powell, we continue our support of our fellow theatre artists in Chicago. We encourage theatre artists to apply for this year's Allie's Gift. We look forward to connecting with you. When Allison Powell first
- [Allie's Gift](https://filamenttheatre.org/allies-gift/) - Allison Powell was the Business Manager of the Filament Theatre Ensemble from February of 2010 until her untimely passing in January 2011. Allie had a business mind with an artistic heart. Like so many of us, Allie aspired to ultimately earn a living in the arts, but held day jobs in the meantime to support
- [A Fragile Memory](https://filamenttheatre.org/a-fragile-memory/) - We've been receiving many questions from audience members about how we arrived at the portrayal of Angus's memory loss in our production of Michael Healey's The Drawer Boy. It has been a collaboration between the playwright (who sculpted the character and his thought processes), the director, the dramaturgeand -- of course -- Will Kinnear, who
- [The Drawer Boy](https://filamenttheatre.org/the-drawer-boy-opens/) - We of the Filament Theatre Ensemble would love to invite you to our JEFF RECOMMENDED production! The Drawer Boy by Michael Healey Produced in collaboration with The Den Theatre and performed at The Den’s beautiful space at 1333 N. Milwaukee Ave. Pay-What-You-Can Previews (Thursday January 19 and Friday January 20 at 7:30pm) Opening January 22
- [One Year Later](https://filamenttheatre.org/one-year-later/) - Artistic Director Julie Ritchey reflects on 2011, and our dear friend Allison Powell. To say that I am grateful for the many blessings that filled this last year would be an understatement. Filament has grown in ways I never thought imaginable in such a short time. From new supporters, audience, collaborators, our astonishing advisory board
- [Sustain Filament 2011](https://filamenttheatre.org/sustain-filament-2011/) - What a year it has been! Thanks to you, Filament has become an emerging leader in sustainable theatrical production. Our work has been featured on NPR’s All Things Considered, TEDx, and we even had an article about our ticketing platform make it all the way to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). We’ve received
- [Alderman Arena and Filament Present Living Diorama](https://filamenttheatre.org/alderman-arena-and-filament-present-living-diorama/) - ALDERMAN ARENA SPONSORS LIVING DIORAMA TO CREATE HOLIDAY MEMORIES CHICAGO, IL – As part of his continuing effort to reinvigorate the historic Six Corners area of the 45th Ward, Alderman John Arena and Arts Alive 45 have partnered with Filament Theatre Ensemble to present “Four Actors in Search of a Holiday Memory.” Four actors from
- [Free Alice & Me! Performance](https://filamenttheatre.org/free-alice-me-performance/) - Last month, as a part of our monthly community performances, we traveled to the Magic Tree Bookstore in Oak Park. Join us for our next community performance! Saturday, January 29th at 4pm Heartland Café in Rogers Park 7000 N. Glenwood Ave. Chicago, IL 60626 We offer these community performances free of charge as a way
- [Filament to Speak at Green Drinks Chicago](https://filamenttheatre.org/filament-to-speak-at-green-drinks-chicago/) - Filament is excited to be part of this month's Chicago Green Drinks as the featured Non-Profit. We are proud of our ongoing relationship with Foresight Design Initiative as their Artist is Residence. What role do the arts play in dealing with environmental challenges and fostering social action? Please join us at Green Drinks next Tuesday,
- [The SUSTAIN 36 Theatre Project](https://filamenttheatre.org/the-sustain-36-theatre-project/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is thrilled to present a brand new theatrical experiment: the SUSTAIN36 Theatre Project. In partnership with Zaarly, the marketplace that helps you buy and sell with people nearby, Filament will attempt to create a brand new, locally-sourced, world premiere theatrical production in 36 hours. Beginning at 8:00am on Wednesday August 24,
- [Allie's Gift 2011 Announcement](https://filamenttheatre.org/allies-gift-2011-announcement/) - The Filament Theatre Ensemble is thrilled to announce that the 2011 recipient of Allie's Gift is Kevin Barry Crowley. Allie's Gift is an annual financial gift given to a Chicago artist in honor of Allison Powell, Filament's business manager from February 2010 to her untimely passing on January 2, 2011. Allie had a business mind
- [Giving Thanks For Thanksgiving](https://filamenttheatre.org/giving-thanks-for-thanksgiving/) - Filament's Jack Novak shares with us his being thankful for Thanksgiving itself and how we form our own narratives for our holiday experiences. Every year we hear a lot of talk about what to give thanks for at Thanksgiving. For my own part, I will say that I am currently more focused on the holiday
- [Something Incredible](https://filamenttheatre.org/something-incredible/) - “From The Circle” is in rehearsal at the Dank Haus. I am outside in the hall with another actor, crouched low over a small music player. We are trying to hear each note and find a “sticking place” for this song in our brains, because if we are going to sing in harmony in from of strangers, this song needs to be very deeply stuck. So we listen and hum along, slowly, slowly beginning to learn our respective parts. Finally, another actor pulls out his guitar, we set a key, and dive into the piece in earnest. And I am so glad to be singing.
- [Encore! A Deleted Scene From the Circle](https://filamenttheatre.org/encore-a-deleted-scene-from-the-circle/) - Ensemble member and From the Circle storyteller Audrey Bertaux-Skeirik shares the wonderful story of Gluskabe a Native American legend that didn't quite make it into From the Circle: Remembering the Earth through Folktales. Here’s a little secret. There was never a script (per se) for From the Circle: Remembering the Earth Through Folktakes. Instead, there
- [Ms. Ritchey Goes to Washington](https://filamenttheatre.org/ms-ritchey-goes-to-washington/) - Artistic Director Julie Ritchey waxes poetic about her friend and countryman Abraham Lincoln as she examines how stories continue to shape our nation. I have to admit that I am a little bit obsessed with Abraham Lincoln. So when I found myself in Washington DC for a whirlwind weekend at AATE’s theatre leadership institute, my
- [Allison Powell ](https://filamenttheatre.org/allison-powell/) - It has been a difficult and tragic week at the Filament Theatre Ensemble, as we mourn the sudden loss of ensemble member Allison Powell. Allie's vibrant spirit, creativity, and unmistakable brand of humor profoundly enriched the Filament community, from her one-of-a-kind adaptation of Choose Thine Own Adventure, to her upbeat attitude at every meeting. We
- [Meeting Shakespeare](https://filamenttheatre.org/meeting-shakespeare/) - This week the Filament Blog asks the question, “What was your first experience with Shakespeare?” Ensemble members and the Choose Thine Own Adventure cast weigh in on middle school plays, boring high school English classes, and Leonardo diCaprio. Sharing all these stories has made us wonder – What was your first encounter with Shakespeare? Comment
- [Thirst for Stories](https://filamenttheatre.org/thirst-for-stories/) - As much as the landscape of our lives changes and transforms, our hunger for stories lives on. I’ve reached the point where I often surround myself with stories as much as humanly possible.
- [Remembering the Earth Series](https://filamenttheatre.org/remembering-the-earth-series/) - REMEMBERING THE EARTH SERIES Join Filament on any Sunday afternoon at 2pm thru November 13th to see From the Circle: Remembering the Earth through Folktales and learn more about environmentalism in Chicago. -Story Jam - Sunday, October 22nd Audience members will be given an opportunity to share their own stories after the show. (Stories should
- [Towards a Sustainable Theatre](https://filamenttheatre.org/towards-a-sustainable-theatre/) - Through the use of ritual, music, movement, and storytelling, From the Circle: Remembering the Earth through Folktales is a beautiful reminder of how the natural world has shaped the dreams and ideas of humanity for centuries.
- [Community Supported Theatre](https://filamenttheatre.org/community-supported-theatre/) - We of the Filament Theatre Ensemble are thrilled to introduce you to the Filament Marketplace, our new alternative to traditional ticket sales. As part of our commitment to community, imagination, and sustainability, the Filament Theatre Ensemble is re-imagining our ticketing system for our 2011 spring productions. As a company, we were inspired by the model
- [Stuff Allison Likes](https://filamenttheatre.org/stuff-allison-likes/) - Bird and Butterfly Sanctuary on Montrose Point – A tiny Eden in the city. I discovered this protected area on a meandering run one afternoon and now it’s my destination every time I hit the Lake Shore Path. Dense trees and plants line a maze of well-kept trails and the wildlife (bunnies! wild flowers! dragonflies!
- [Stuff Julie Likes](https://filamenttheatre.org/stuff-julie-likes/) - I like movies about quirky families trying to love each other, restaurants that spark my culinary creativity, books with uniquely voiced and compelling narrators, things that might be kind of ugly but maybe they're not and it's hard to tell, farmers' markets, music with good old fashioned guitar pickin', eating bowls and bowls of ice
- [Stuff Peter Likes](https://filamenttheatre.org/stuff-peter-likes/) - I love the World. Not the world of Chicago or the world of Peter Oyloe but the World, the Earth, the Mother. From very early on in life I was facinated and enthralled by the greens and the blues, by the sounds, and the smells of the Natural World. It is certainly where I feel
- [Stuff Christian Likes](https://filamenttheatre.org/stuff-christian-likes/) - I really like large bookstores, walking with no place to go, listening to street performers, watching good children's theatre, and swing dancing. Slings & Arrows- Anyone who has been involved with a festival theatre or a summer theatre just has to watch this series. I have worked at a summer theatre for 6 of the
- [Stuff Reggie Likes](https://filamenttheatre.org/stuff-reggie-likes/) - I love trying new things, especially if I get to try them with someone I love and respect. When I find something I like, I throw myself into it headlong. Here are some of the things I’ve thrown myself into recently: TED Talks: TED stand for “Technology, Entertainment, and Design,” three of my favorite parts
- [Sympathy for the Bouffon](https://filamenttheatre.org/sympathy-for-the-bouffon/) - So... those creepy clown things in ORPHEUS: Featuring DJ Puzzle as Fate... Who are they? What are they thinking? Where do they come from? Well, here to answer all your questions is Filament's literary manager and Bouffon Extraordinare, Jack Novak. And now that you have all the inside scoop, come see Jack for yourself in
- [Stuff Ryan Likes](https://filamenttheatre.org/stuff-ryan-likes/) - Well, hello there. Like you, I carry many titles. Whether son, neighbor, artist, temp, or tenant our titles help shape and define us as individuals. They make us human, give us purpose, and offer perspective. I find it interesting how people change depending on what title they happen to have on at the time. Below
- [Coming Home](https://filamenttheatre.org/coming-home/) - Ensemble member Carolyn Faye Kramer recently returned to Chicago after five months studying in Israel. Here she shares her experiences abroad - and jumping right back into life with Filament. See Carolyn as the title role in Sarah Ruhl's Eurydice, coming to the Lacuna Artist Lofts April 20-May 29. Remember when you were little and
- [Thank You!](https://filamenttheatre.org/thank-you/) - Filament is thrilled to announce that our current fundraising goals were successfully met! Both our annual appeal and our cabaret event Love: It's All Greek To Me! exceeded our projections. We would like to thank you so much for your support and for you contributions. Because of you, we are off to a great start
- [LOVE: It's All Greek To Me!](https://filamenttheatre.org/love-its-all-greek-to-me/) - Come celebrate (or denigrate) Valentine's Day with the Filament Theatre Ensemble! Filament brings you Love, Laughs, and Libations in an evening of Cabaret to support Filament's Greek adaptations coming this Spring! What: Love: It's all Greek to me: A Filament Fundraiser Cabaret When: Saturday, February 12th from 8pm to 12 am Where: The Underground Lounge:
- [A Marvelous Adventure Indeed](https://filamenttheatre.org/a-marvelous-adventure-indeed/) - This snowy day is giving me the perfect excuse to stay inside, sip tea, and be sentimental. It's hard to believe that, after beginning work on this project seven months ago, Choose Thine Own Adventure has actually closed... What a joy to live in the topsy-turvy, unpredictable, and generous world of this show for so long! Our
- [The Producer's Curse](https://filamenttheatre.org/the-producers-curse/) - Actors aren't the only ones who get opening night jitters. Managing Director Christian Libonati gives us a look at Choose Thine Own Adventure's opening night from the eye of a producer – the worry, joys, stresses, and gifts of producing a show and seeing it performed in front of an audience (of reviewers, no less!)
- [Filament Gives Thanks](https://filamenttheatre.org/filament-gives-thanks/) - For this week's blog Filament would like to give thanks... Below is text that has been provided by the voices of many within the community that is Filament and given to you as a poem of thanks. We have united our voices as one and to you, on this day, we give thanks... I am
- [Something Wicked This Way Comes...](https://filamenttheatre.org/something-wicked-this-way-comes/) - This week, we at the Filament Theatre Ensemble would love to invite you, blog readers, to the rockingest Halloween party this side of Stratford-upon-Avon. For the ridiculously low price of 0.15 ducats (or $15), you get a DJ, a costume contest, a raffle, fantastic prizes, and a special Halloween performance of the show Time Out
- [The Rule of Threes](https://filamenttheatre.org/the-rule-of-threes/) - This week on the Filament blog, artistic director Julie Ritchey looks back at this week (in which the Filament Theatre Ensemble opened three world-premiere plays) and looks forward to tonight (the opening of Choose Thine Own Adventure)! When it rains it pours, they say, and what an appropriate adage for today! Not only are we
- [Trash Talking With The Bard](https://filamenttheatre.org/ped-trash-talking-with-the-bard/) - It's tech week for Choose Thine Own Adventure! Yes, tech rehearsals are long and arduous, but thank goodness we have actor Ped Naseri to keep us laughing with his Elizabethan stand-up. This week in the Filament blog, Ped shares his philosophies about the Bard and Dirty Jokes. I imagine if William Shakespeare was alive today
- [Living the Story](https://filamenttheatre.org/living-the-story/) - I often view theatre as an allegory for community. I am not speaking of specific play, playwright, or sequence of scenes, but rather the literal act of theatre. In the abstract it stages (quite literally) how life should be lived – with an ongoing effort to understand each other and ourselves; and that such a project is best undertaken with a community of people. After all, theatre is a shared experience; it is a conversation between the audience, the actors, and the characters they portray. Even when an audience seems to simply sit for two hours to watch a story, they are lending a crucial voice, because they are living it. “All the world’s a stage” after all. I think this reality is what has always drawn me to acting, and Shakespeare in particular.
- [Allison Asks, What If?](https://filamenttheatre.org/allison-asks-what-if/) - This week, the Filament blog checks in with playwright Allison Powell, as she shares her experience adapting Choose Thine Own Adventure. It’s alive, breathing, bickering, swashbuckling, beer guzzling, heart breakingly wonderful and that was in just the first ten minutes of Saturday night’s rehearsal in the venue. I have never been more excited about a
- [Designing In Stages](https://filamenttheatre.org/designing-in-stages/) - This week, the Filament Blog checks in with two of the Choose Thine Own Adventure Designers: Amy Gilman (set) and Kristen Ahern (costume). See how these brave ladies are tackling the challenges of designing a show with more than twenty possible storylines! First, Amy Gilman discusses scenic design, unpredictability, and magical forests: How do you
- [The Adventure Begins!](https://filamenttheatre.org/first-choose-rehearsal/) - Director Julie Ritchey shares some thoughts about the first rehearsal of Choose Thine Own Adventure, running October 22-December 11 at the Underground Lounge (952 W. Newport).
- [(Re)Launching Forth Filament!](https://filamenttheatre.org/relaunching-forth-filament-filament-filament/) - Hey there! I wanted to take a moment to say hello and catch you all up to speed on what we've been up to the the last few months, and where we're headed next! So travel with me, if you will, to where our story begins: November of 2009. After closing our successful production of
- [Stuff Jack Likes](https://filamenttheatre.org/stuff-jack-likes/) - I love writing, stories, and words--individually or together. If I ever look up a word, nine times out of ten it's to look up the word's origin. I spend a lot of time on the website Behind the Name, which will tell you the origin and meaning of first names. I love seeing how words
- [Filament Season Auditions](https://filamenttheatre.org/filament-season-auditions/) - Now accepting submissions for Filament’s 2010/2011 season generals. Please send a headshot and resume to casting@filamenttheatre.org. Or send us a message through My Theatre Club (*check out information below). Please indicate role and/or production you are interested in and whether or not you have specific day and/or time requests (we cannot guarantee but will try
- [Sleepy Hollow](https://filamenttheatre.org/sleepy-hollow-2/) - [youtube KbDjsCL21rU ] The promotional video from our February 2009 production of Sleepy Hollow at the Theatre Building Chicago. [youtube D1PMOndHtzg] Sleepy Hollow takes to the streets! Omen Sade, Andrew Mueller, Don Denton, and Mary Spearen perform selections from the new musical at the Evanston Farmers' Market. [youtube EMp2ru3C2Rw] The cast of The Legend of
- [Stuff Mary Likes](https://filamenttheatre.org/stuff-mary-likes/) - I like to make Jewelry. I enjoy going to the bead store and picking through pretty beads for friends or family members and then taking them home and creating bracelets, necklaces, and earrings as gifts. There are many bead stores in Chicago and there are also beads sold in other stores such as Target. My
- [Stuff Nathan Likes](https://filamenttheatre.org/stuff-nathan-likes/) - Konnichiwa! Thanks for coming to see my page. I've posted a few things I thought would interest almost anyone, but a few of them may be of Japanese flavor as I'm currently living in Japan. I hope you have a chance to check them out! In addition to acoustic folk/bluegrass/alternative music, character driven novels, and

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- [Farewell Opportunity](https://filamenttheatre.org/farewell-opportunity/) - How do you keep on roving when you, or someone you love, faces a dust storm that threatens to block out the sun?In June 2018, Halley visits the NASA Jet Propulsion Lab and meets the Opportunity Mars rover. The two have something in common: a curious spirit and a shortened life-expectancy. Halley and the NASA
- [Our Supporters](https://filamenttheatre.org/our-supporters-2/) - Institutional Donors (current)Corporate, Foundation, and Government support is critical to Filament’s ability to provide low-and-no cost programming for young people around Chicago. We are proud to partner with these forward-thinking institutions. The City of Chicago – Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events Bayless Family Foundation Gaylord & Dorothy Donnelley Foundation Growing Tree Foundation Illinois
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- [Theater Play Dates](https://filamenttheatre.org/theater-play-dates/) - THEATER PLAY DATESor Accountable Artists of All Ages Filament has long wanted to open its doors to more artists and community members as a place to simply be. This year we are starting a new program to do just that. Once a month on a Saturday we are sponsoring co-PLAY Sessions. These afternoons are for
- [Classes & PlayDates](https://filamenttheatre.org/classes-and-playdates/) - Classes & PlayDates Up next with Filament: WORLDBUILDERS SPRING 2026: REACH About WorldBuilders SPRING 2026: REACH Filament is excited to offer our Spring WorldBuilders Class that in 2026 will play with all of the things we can REACH for as we imagine and build new worlds. Participants will pair their own artistic ideas with
- [SPARK Artists in Residence](https://filamenttheatre.org/spark-artists-in-residence/) - Applications for 2026 SPARK Artists in Residence Now Open Deadline extended to Wednesday, Feb 4 “SPARK turned my: "this would be cool...but is it possible?" into a resounding, YES! Building my piece with the youth collaborators while having the consistent support of Filament staff was a total dream.” Sonia Goldberg 2021 SPARK Artist About SPARK
- [SPARK!](https://filamenttheatre.org/spark/) - Apply now to be a 2026 SPARK Youth Curator or a 2026 SPARK Artist!Thank you all for the wonderful creativity of the 2025 SPARK season. Thank you to our artists Rebecca Schilsky and Tidtaya Sinutoke, their many collaborating artists, our phenomenal Youth Curators, and the many young voices and creatives we were lucky enough to
- [Ways to Help at Filament](https://filamenttheatre.org/help-us/) - How to Help at Filament QUICK and EASY: We’d love to hear about your experience (we’d especially love to hear from the young people in your family!). You can tell us what you think by sending us an email or help others find us by leaving a review on our google maps.THE THINKER: Let your
- [Work With Us](https://filamenttheatre.org/work-with-us/) - Filament is not currently hiring for any open positions. Filament is dedicated to expanding our staff with team members who reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our audiences. Historically, Filament has not been as diverse an organization as should have been, to the detriment of our art and our audiences. To better represent our
- [Jackie Intres](https://filamenttheatre.org/jackie-intres/) - Jackie IntresBoard PresidentBoard member since 2017Jackie Intres, Ed.M (she/her) is a Senior Instructional Designer with Risepoint where she designs next generation graduate courses for universities including Butler University, University of Kentucky, University of Minnesota, George Mason University and Winthrop University. She previously designed courses in social and emotional learning for young adults ages 6-14 including
- [Julia Stemper](https://filamenttheatre.org/julia-stemper/) - Julia Stemper Associate Director of Advancement Julia Stemper (she/her) is a Chicago-based theater practitioner, and is dedicated to using theater as a tool to build community, expand ideas, and invite positive change to the world. Her work ranges from performing devised Shakespeare to running interactive story hours to teaching movement based theater-making, and everything in-between.
- [Our Team](https://filamenttheatre.org/team/) - Our Team Staff Krissi Ann McEachern Managing Director Rejinal Simon Producing Artistic Director Caroline M. Watson Associate Director of Engagement Julia Stemper Associate Director of Advancement Board of Directors Jackie Intres / President Sarah Boyd / Treasurer Julia deBettencourt Reji Simon (ex officio) Nathan Drackett Liz Maczko / Secretary Krissi Ann McEachern (ex officio) Heather Lalley Erik Kaiko /
- [Heart Strings](https://filamenttheatre.org/heart-strings/) - photo by Danny Montemayor, design by Pono Designs “A family is lots of ways.” Hoku and Mahina are sisters, hanai sisters. Though they are not related by blood, they will always be bound. It is not always easy growing up though, and when Hoku grows frustrated by her younger sister, she wishes her away. When
- [SPARK Youth Curators](https://filamenttheatre.org/spark-youth-curators/) - curated by young audiences Do you ever…DREAM about what type of play you’d make if you were in charge? IMAGINE what it’s like to be a director? WONDER how a theatre chooses its shows? Filament needs 3rd-8th graders just like you to join our team!Join SPARK and choose the art, plays, and projects made at
- [FORTS! Build Your Own Adventure](https://filamenttheatre.org/forts/) - Filament Theatre’s hit immersive experience is returning just in time for your Fall Fun.Our theater turned living room will be ready for you to experience from Oct. 4-Nov. 9. Book your tickets today! TICKETS! FORTS is back! Once again, we’re turning Filament Theatre into a giant living room full of cardboard boxes. Lots and lots of
- [FORTS: Adult Night](https://filamenttheatre.org/adultforts/) - FORTS: Adult Night is a version of Filament's family friendly experience that is specifically for adults to reconnect with the imagination of their youth and dive back into the world of childhood! Enter a world of play and creation as Filament Theatre transforms into a fort building fantasy. With towers of cardboard boxes, baskets of
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- [Hannah and Halmoni Save the World](https://filamenttheatre.org/hannah-and-halmoni/) - photo by Danny Montemayor, design by PONO Design Hannah and Halmoni are superheroes masquerading most days as granddaughter and grandmother. Fighting off the evil flute teacher and saving plants from dehydration the dynamic duo is the perfect pair– until they have to face Mom that is. Some problems require capes and some require conversations, but
- [Spring 2025](https://filamenttheatre.org/spring-2025/) - SPRING DOUBLE FEATURE TICKETS Filament proudly presents 2 new plays for multi-generational audiences. Explore what is means to be family through the celebration and amplification of AAPI voices. Presented back-to-back March - April 2025 Learn more about the shows Saturdays Written by: Lee CatalunaDirected by: Joel WillisonDates: March 22nd – April 19th, 2025Ages: All ages welcome.
- [Training & Professional Development](https://filamenttheatre.org/training/) - Join Filament’s staff and professional facilitators and explore the fundamentals of anti-adultism through customized workshops rooted in Filament Theatre’s youth equity work, community-based art making practices, and, most importantly, PLAY! About Filament TrainingsFilament Theatre offers 2hr and 3hr professional development workshops for artists and activists, educators and students, parents/caregivers and children, and anyone interested in
- [Caroline Watson](https://filamenttheatre.org/caroline-watson/) - Caroline Watson Caroline M. Watson (she/her) is a Chicago-based theatre artist, poet, and educator. She was born and raised in Texas and is a citizen of the Chickasaw Nation. Caroline serves as Filament Theatre’s Marketing and Sales Manager, as well being a performer and teaching artist. At Filament, she has appeared as Bob Oilman in The
- [Support](https://filamenttheatre.org/donate/) - Support Filament Theatre Filament imagines a world where young people are the experts and adults are allies as we work to build a more just world. At Filament, the word PLAY is both a noun and a verb. The audience joins in the play-ing at every step, from family workshops and pre show games to the
- [Spark 2024 | Zach Barr](https://filamenttheatre.org/spark-2024-zach-barr/) - Zach BarrZach Barr (they/them) is a nonbinary multidisciplinary theatre artist based in Chicago. They are a member of Red Theater’s Artistic Cohort, and are currently developing their new play ENDURING JEST through the Playwrights Residency at Three Brothers Theatre. Their play NEW OLEANNA is a 2024 selection for the Valdez Theatre Conference, and they have
- [Spark 2024 | Mabelle Reynoso](https://filamenttheatre.org/spark-2024-mabelle-reynoso/) - Mabelle ReynosoMabelle Reynoso is an award-winning playwright, multidisciplinary storyteller, and educator. Her work has been performed all over the country in theatres, classrooms, community centers, and correctional facilities. Mabelle’s plays for multigenerational audiences are largely informed by her experience as a teaching artist for the arts education organization Playwrights Project where she works with underserved
- [Spark Artist 2024 | Claribel Gross](https://filamenttheatre.org/spark-artist-2024-claribel-gross/) - Claribel GrossClaribel Gross is a theater maker, director and teaching artist. Claribel currently lives in Chicago where she is teaching and making theater with young artists. Claribel's artistic work is inspired by her own multi-ethnic and multilingual upbringing. Themes of revolution, searching for home and how we understand when we don't understand language often come
- [SPARK Artist 2024 | Jeremy Ohringer](https://filamenttheatre.org/spark-artist-2024-jeremy-ohringer/) - Jeremy OhringerJeremy Ohringer is a Chicago-based theatre-maker and educator. He is an adjunct Professor of Theatre Studies at DePaul University as well as at North Central College. Directing credits include Raymondo (The Cartographers), Ride the Cyclone, Tristan and Iseult, Constellations, The Importance of Being Earnest, and A Devil Comes to Town (North Central College), Stupid
- [Cloud Man](https://filamenttheatre.org/cloud-man/) - Buy Tickets Filament Theatre presents Constellation Points’ CLOUD MAN Cloudia has always had her head in the clouds. She is a cloud expert and all of her life she has dreamt of seeing a Cloud Man – an extremely rare creature who lives a quiet life high up in the sky.Follow the clues to the very
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- [Safety](https://filamenttheatre.org/safety/) - Health and Safety A guide to playing safely for all Audience Members, Youth Participants, and Guests of Filament Theatre. For audience members and guests: At this time, masks are encouraged but not required for audience members. Due to the interactive nature of many Filament experiences, you may find yourself playing alongside someone outside of your
- [Molly Bunder](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/molly-bunder/) - Molly Bunder Artistic Director for Creative Partnerships Molly Bunder (she/her) is a Chicago-based theater maker and educator with a primary focus in community-based theatre. She teaches theatre as a tool for community engagement and empowerment. Molly works with young people, women’s organizations, first-generation college students, returning citizens, and those experiencing homelessness to facilitate original performances
- [Business Council](https://filamenttheatre.org/business-council/) - Filament Theatre Business Council FORTS is made possible by the generous support of the 2023-2024 Filament Theatre Business Council and by donations from audience members just like you! LEADING SPONSOR Dr. Dominick and Mrs. Sylvia Maino and the Six Corners Storytellers LEADING MEMBERSCulver’s, Stephanie Cutter Realty Group, Habitat for Humanity ReStore MEMBERSCommunity Tavern PATRONSChicago Ballet Center, Sir Speedy, Parkway Bank, Women and
- [In The Grove](https://filamenttheatre.org/in-the-grove/) - A free bilingual nature experience now playing in Eggers Grove! reserve your ticket Welcome to the Grove, where plants and creatures and children all grow together. Through songs, play, and story, little ones and their grown-ups will discover the forest around them and learn how we are all connected.With original script, songs, and design Inspired
- [Rejinal Simon](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/rejinal-simon/) - Rejinal Simon Producing Artistic Director Reji Simon (he/him) is a Chicago based performing artist and has been a Resident Artist and collaborator at Filament Theatre since 2017. In addition to performing, he is a teaching artist, producer, and casting director. Community and development lie at the heart of all of his work, Reji is committed
- [Think Fast, Jordan Chase!](https://filamenttheatre.org/thinkfast/) - THINK FAST, JORDAN CHASE! is now extended! New performances added on April 22nd and 23rd at 2pm! Ticket available now! × a magical new play where you choose what happens next BUY TICKETS Think Fast, Jordan Chase! travels through space and time. Follow Jordan Chase as she navigates the difficulties of making a decision that
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- [Think Fast, Jordan Chase! Digital Program](https://filamenttheatre.org/thinkfast-program/) - Special Thanks Special thanks to our friends at The Gift Theatre, Filament’s Board of Directors, Nicole, Maggie, and Beth at The Silverman Group, Portage Park Elementary, Murphy Elementary, Belding Elementary, Winnetka Public Schools, Grant McEachern, Kathy Thompson, Analiese Hardgrave, Mariah Bennett, Rudy Schieder, and so many more who helped make this magical production possible.
- [Plan Your Visit](https://filamenttheatre.org/plan-your-visit/) - Plan Your Visit Audience Safety: At this time, masks are highly encouraged but not required for audience members. Due to the interactive nature of many Filament experiences, you may find yourself playing alongside someone outside of your household. We encourage everyone to make decisions that keep themselves and others safe and comfortable. If you or
- [About Filament](https://filamenttheatre.org/about/) - Our Mission The mission of Filament Theatre is to create a more equitable society by celebrating and amplifying the perspectives and experiences of young people through the performing arts. Our Values Filament Theatre believes the following statements to be true and pledges to use these guiding principles to inform our art making, budget, daily operations,
- [Gather Program Page](https://filamenttheatre.org/gather-program-page/) - Meet the cast of GATHER click on a cast member’s headshot to learn more about them! Christopher AcevedoPerformer Erika WilsonPerformer Olivia JacksonUnderstudy Performer Caroline WatsonUnderstudy Performer Double your gift, double your impact Any donations made during the run of Gather will be matched, dollar-for-dollar, up to $6,500 by Filament’s Board of Directors! our goal 85%
- [Gather](https://filamenttheatre.org/gather/) - Give our GATHER cottages a new home! By making a special donation to Filament Theatre during our matching gift campaign, one of the original cottages used in our play can be yours. Only 6 cottages are available! Learn more. a play about finding our way back together BUY TICKETS When their town goes into a
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- [Custom Class](https://filamenttheatre.org/custom-class/) - Create Your Own Custom Class! An artist-lead playdate for your friends or family members. You bring the group, we’ll bring the fun! Gather your friends and family together for a private playdate with one of our professional teaching artists! We’ll have everyone laughing, imagining, and feeling empowered! DETAILS Timespan: 75 minutesAges: All ages welcome!Location: Via
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- [Julia Lederer](https://filamenttheatre.org/julialederer/) - JULIA LEDERER Julia is an internationally-acclaimed writer from Toronto, Canada. Her plays have been produced all over North America and in Europe: in Los Angeles, New York, Boise, Alaska, Vancouver, Toronto, Paris, etc. In Chicago: Reality Theatre (Trap Door Theatre); With Love and a Major Organ (Strawdog Theatre). Julia’s work has been described as, “brash,
- [Christopher Acevedo](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/christopher-acevedo/) - CHRISTOPHER ACEVEDO Christopher Acevedo (he/him) is beyond thrilled to be working with Filament again! His Filament credits include The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles. Other Chicago credits include You Got Older (U/S, Steppenwolf); You On The Moors Now (The Hypocrites); Winterset (Griffin Theatre); Don’t Look Back/Must Look Back (Pivot Arts); Six Stories Tall (Adventure Stage Chicago); The Velveteen Rabbit (Lifeline Theatre), as well as work with The Gift, Steep,
- [Erika Wilson](https://filamenttheatre.org/erikawilson/) - ERIKA WILSON Erika Wilson (she/her) couldn’t be more thrilled to be making her Chicago theatrical debut at Filament Theatre! Along with being a performer, she’s also a teaching artist for Filament’s residency program. She’s a graduate of Stephens College and the Stella Adler Studio of Acting. She’s honored to participate in Gather because she’s remembered,
- [Olivia Jackson](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/olivia-jackson/) - OLIVIA JACKSON Olivia Jackson (she/her) is delighted to be back in the magical world that is Filament Theatre. Friends of Filament may have seen her in Crossing Six Corners or The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles back in 2018. Olivia earned her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Literature at Saint Mary’s College and trained here
- [Sarah Hecht](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/sarah-hecht/) - SARAH HECHT Sarah Hecht (she/her) is overjoyed to be playing with her friends at Filament again, after having worked as a performer in The Snow Queen, The Van Gogh Cafe, Sherlock Holmes & the Mystery of Portage Park, and James & the Giant Peach! Other Chicago area performances include work with Northlight Theatre, Remy Bumppo,
- [Zuri Gilbert](https://filamenttheatre.org/zurigilbert/) - ZURI GILBERT Zuri Gilbert (she/her) is the assistant director for Gather. She attends Beaubien Elementary School where she is in 8th grade. Some of her favorite past projects were the short film that she wrote with her dad directed and produced, acting in an online play over the summer, starting to write a book and
- [Monica M. Brown](https://filamenttheatre.org/monicabrown/) - MONICA M. BROWN Monica M. Brown (she/her) is a freelance stage manager here in her hometown of Chicago and is so very happy to return to work with Filament! This is her third production with Filament where she previously stage managed The Secret Yes and The Snow Queen. Monica is a proud ensemble member with
- [Tess C. Naval](https://filamenttheatre.org/tesscnaval/) - TESS C. NAVAL Tess C. Naval (she/her) is very excited to be a part of Gather at Filament Theatre. Currently based in Chicago, Illinois, she recently worked with Albany Park Theater Project, Yale Opera on their Fall Scenes, Spring Double Bill, and Eugene Onegin, and Music Theater Works’ The Pirates of Penzance and Peter Pan:
- [Kristin Hammargren](https://filamenttheatre.org/kristinhammargren/) - Kristin Hammargren Kristin Hammargren (she/her) is a teaching artist and professional actor. In Chicago, she teaches with Writers Theatre, Victory Gardens, and the National High School Institute at Northwestern. She also serves as the director of Yellowstone TheatreMakers in Bozeman, MT. At Filament you may have seen her icy turn in The Snow Queen or making
- [Ellie Humphrys](https://filamenttheatre.org/elliehumphrys/) - ELLIE HUMPHRYS Ellie Humphrys (she/they) graduated in 2012 with a BFA in Lighting Design from The Theatre School at DePaul University and has been working the Chicago theatre scene ever since. Previously at Filament, Ellie designed the lights for Luna. As a company member with the former Agency Theatre Collective, Ellie designed the lights on
- [Amy C. Gilman](https://filamenttheatre.org/amygilman/) - AMY C. GILMAN Amy C. Gilman (she/her) is excited to return to Filament Theatre. She has previously worked with Filament Theatre on Luna, Snow Queen, the Uncorker of Ocean Bottles and Choose Thine Own Adventure. Other theatres she has worked with include: Stage Left, Theatre Seven, Prologue Theatre, Factory Theatre and others. She is an Exhibit
- [Mariah Bennett](https://filamenttheatre.org/mariahbennett/) - MARIAH BENNETT Mariah Bennett (she/her) is a Dallas native and multidisciplinary designer. Formerly in hospitality, she traded her office desk for work gloves and dove headfirst into the wonderful world of production. She is extremely passionate about immersive design and primarily works in the realm of theatre, film, pop-ups, and installations. She is currently on
- [Willow James](https://filamenttheatre.org/willowjames/) - WILLOW JAMES Willow James (he/him) is a Chicago-based theatre artist and freelance photographer with a passion for new works and empowering those from historically underserved communities. This passion has fueled his career as an actor, director and sound designer working with Windy City Playhouse, Stage Left Theatre, Perceptions Theatre and others. He serves as a
- [Roy](https://filamenttheatre.org/roy/) - Meet SPARK Program Intern: Roy! Roy (he/they) is the SPARK program intern at Filament. They are in their second year at the Theatre School at DePaul University, majoring in Theatre Arts and Psychology. Most recently, he was a part of the assistant directing and dramaturgy team in the Theatre School’s production of How to Clean Your Room.
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- [Lee O. Ahlborn](https://filamenttheatre.org/lee-o-ahlborn/) - Lee O. Ahlborn Board member since 2019 Lee O. Ahlborn (they/them) is a theatre artist, educator, and social justice advocate who has been lucky to be a part of the Filament family since 2015. A graduate from Northwestern University where they studied theatre for young audiences and poetry, Lee is dedicated to supporting art for
- [Rentals](https://filamenttheatre.org/rentals/) - Rent Our Space Filament Theatre is booked through fall 2022 and we are not accepting inquiries at this time. Thank you! Filament Theatre’s venue is a 4,000sf flexible black box theater located in the Six Corners neighborhood of Chicago. We view our physical space as a vehicle for creation, collaboration, and connection. With those principles
- [The Secret Yes](https://filamenttheatre.org/yes/) - THE SECRET YES Created by: Nick Hart, Bo Frazier, Jamal Howard, Katie Norregaard, and Julie Ritcheyin partnership with Filament’s Youth Collaborator team A FREE outdoor, exploratory play located in Portage Park In a world full of Nos, Can’ts, and Impossibles, a very special group of citizens believe that things can be different than they are.
- [Business Sponsors](https://filamenttheatre.org/sponsors/) - We are looking for both small business & corporate businesses to help us achieve our mission. Click on the below link to learn more about our sponsorship options. Click to Sponsor Filament If you would like to discuss a custom sponsorship to work best with your business, contact Krissi McEachern at krissi@filamenttheatre.org or (773)
- [Megan Lopp Mathias](https://filamenttheatre.org/megan-lopp-mathias/) - Megan Lopp Mathias Board Member since 2021 Megan Lopp Mathias (she/her) is a proven leader and speaker with the vision and foresight to disrupt the legal industry and captivate any room. Megan's highly collaborative communication style leads to strong relationships that drive results for small business owners to Fortune 500 company executives. Megan focuses on and frequently speaks on
- [Turtle Town](https://filamenttheatre.org/turtle-town/) - Thank you to everyone who play tested Turtle Town, the interactive musical adventure game created by Danny Clay and Molly Mahoney in collaboration with Filament's SPARK youth curator team. This play test is no longer available but you can keep in touch with Danny and Molly below. Connect with Danny Connect with Molly Can't get enough
- [Philip Schwartz](https://filamenttheatre.org/philip-schwartz/) - Philip Schwartz Board member since 2017 Philip Schwartz (he/him) is among the top rated Realtors in Chicago. He was named one of Chicago’s Most Influential Residential Real Estate Broker by Crain’s Custom Media. In 2016 he formed a team with @properties and in 2017 was honored with the a prestigious award for being in the
- [Julie Ritchey](https://filamenttheatre.org/staff/julie-ritchey/) - Julie Ritchey Artistic Director / Founder Julie Ritchey (she/her) is the co-founder and Artistic Director of Filament Theatre and a Chicago-based theater director and administrator with a primary focus on theater for young and family audiences. Critics describe Julie’s work as a director as “pinpoint” (Chicago Tribune), “captivating” (Chicago Reader) and “incredibly imaginative” (Time Out
- [Dominick Maino](https://filamenttheatre.org/dominick-maino/) - Dr. Dominick M. Maino, OD Board member since 2013 Dr. Dominick Maino (he/him) is an Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics/Binocular Vision at the Illinois Eye Institute/Illinois College of Optometry and an internationally recognized expert in the areas of vision problems of children, binocular vision anomalies, vision therapy and patients with special needs. He is also a
- [Erik Kaiko](https://filamenttheatre.org/erik-kaiko/) - Board Member since 2020 Erik Kaiko (he/him) is the Director of Marketing & Communications at Writers Theatre. Prior to returning to Chicago and moving to the Portage Park neighborhood, Erik was the Marketing Associate at New York Theatre Workshop through a number of exciting productions including the world premiere of Hadestown, Lazarus by David Bowie and Enda Walsh,
- [Christian Libonati](https://filamenttheatre.org/staff/christian-libonati/) - Christian Libonati Board Member since 2020/ Treasurer Christian Libonati (he/him) is a theatre producer, creator and administrator and a co-founder and previous Managing Director of Filament Theatre. Christian currently serves as Payroll Manager for Santa Fe Opera. He previously served as General Manager of The Summer Theatre of New Canaan in Connecticut where he worked
- [Heather Lalley](https://filamenttheatre.org/heather-lalley/) - Board member since 2019 Heather Lalley (she/her) is a Portage Park resident and mother of two kids. A lifelong journalist, she is currently an editor at a magazine that covers the restaurant industry. Previously, she spent a decade as a daily newspaper reporter in Spokane, Wash. Heather also wrote a farm-to-table cookbook about Chicago chefs
- [Krissi Ann McEachern](https://filamenttheatre.org/staff/krissi-ann-mceachern/) - Krissi Ann McEachern Managing Director Krissi Ann McEachern (she/her) is a Midwest based arts administrator and producer. She holds an M.F.A in Arts Leadership from DePaul University – a selective masters program with an acceptance rate of up to 2 students per year. As a full-time graduate student, Krissi also worked full-time at Chicago Shakespeare
- [Mariama Holman](https://filamenttheatre.org/mariama-holman/) - Board Member since 2021 Mariama Holman (she/her) is a Senior Director at CCS Fundraising. She has nearly a decade of proven impact on the for-profit and nonprofit sectors and brings expertise in data analysis, operations research, and insights reporting, as well as a passion for problem-solving to her work. Mariama has worked with nonprofits across
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- [Summer](https://filamenttheatre.org/summer/) - Spend your summertime with Filament Theatre! At Filament there are so many ways to play this summer. Explore everything this summer has to offer: PlayDate Bundle and Save! All 2021 Camps are currently full. To join the wait list for a specific camp, please email education@filamenttheatre.org. Thank you for your understanding!
- [SPARK Hannah Markey Portfolio](https://filamenttheatre.org/hannah-markey/)
- [Racial Justice Resources for Parents and Children](https://filamenttheatre.org/racialjusticeresources/) - As grown-ups, it is all of our duty is to help dismantle systems of injustice. The first step is to bring our young people into the conversation. “My child is too young to talk about race.” This statement is simply not true. Babies as young as six months old notice racial differences. But how do these
- [Mountain Goat Mountain](https://filamenttheatre.org/mountain-goat-mountain/) - Filament Theatre Presents What you need: A sheet (the bigger the better), a piece of blank paper, coloured pencils, a device (computer, phone, iPad) you can plug into speakers - you’re going to want to play it really loud! Some people you love. How many can play: Groups of two or more people Threshold Australia
- [Board Application](https://filamenttheatre.org/board-application/) - Filament Theatre: Where Families Come to Play! Apply to join our Board C'mon Chicago - let's play pretend! Now in its fifteenth year, Filament Theatre is an anchor cultural organization for the Six Corners business district in Chicago’s Portage Park. We serve approximately 8500 patrons annually through our theatre programming, camps, school residencies, and classes.
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- [A Kids Play About Racism](https://filamenttheatre.org/a-kids-play-about-racism/) - A Kids Play About Racism Adapted & Directed by award-winning TYA artist Khalia DavisLyrics by David MoralesMusic by Justin EllingtonBased on the book by Jelani MemoryBrought to life by an entirely Black and BIPOC cast and creative team from across the United States. Meet the full team here.Lead producers Bay Area Children’s Theatre, Seattle Children’s Theatre,
- [Instagram Links](https://filamenttheatre.org/instagram/) - A Kids Play About Racism Support Chicago Arts At-home Summer Camp Racial Justice Resources for Parents COVID-19 Relief Fund Donation Lightbulb Lab Activity Resources
- [Managing Director Position](https://filamenttheatre.org/work-with-us/md/) - Filament Theatre is seeking a Managing Director to replace its outgoing founder this fall. The Managing Director provides direct oversight of Filament’s capacity building and strategic planning, fundraising, financial planning and fiscal management, board governance, operations and supervision, public relations and marketing. This is an exciting position for an early- or mid-career arts leader with
- [Noël Huntzinger](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/noel-huntzinger/) - Noël Huntzinger Resident Artist Filament Productions: Pinocchio: A Folk Musical, The Snow Queen, Fog Island, James & the Giant Peach, The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, The Drawer Boy Noël Huntzinger (she/her) is a Resident Artist and has costume designed many shows at Filament, the first being ‘Drawer Boy’ in 2012. She is an artistic associate at Sideshow
- [Lindsey Dorcus](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/lindsey-dorcus/) - Lindsey Dorcus Resident Artist Filament Productions: The Van Gogh Cafe, James & the Giant Peach, Fog Island, The Monster in the Hall, Cyrano, The Snow Queen, Crossing Six Corners, Orpheus: Feat. DJ Puzzle as Fate. Lindsey Dorcus (she/her) has been a Resident Artist with Filament since appearing in Orpheus in 2011. Since then, you may have
- [Julie Ritchey](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/julie-ritchey/) - Julie Ritchey Artistic Director Filament Productions: The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles, FORTS: Build Your Own Adventure, The Van Gogh Cafe, The Monster in the Hall, Lifeboat, Cyrano, Crossing Six Corners, Erydice, Hank Williams: Lost Highway, The Drawer Boy, Six Impossible Things Julie (she/her) has the best job in the world: directing and producing theatre for
- [Deanalís Resto](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/deanalis-resto/) - Filament Productions: Luna, Teaching Artist Deanalís Resto (They/She/He/Him/Her/Them) is a Pennsylvania-raised Boricua teatristx who loves to sing, dance, and have conversations with Mama Moon, sometimes alone, and sometimes with friends! Some favorite past roles include Trixie in Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical, Evillene in The Wiz, and Fly in Diary of a Worm, A Spider,
- [Andrew J Lampl](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/andrew-lampl/) - Andrew J Lampl Resident Artist Filament Productions: The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles, The Van Gogh Cafe. Andrew (he/him) is a Chicago based playwright and screenwriter. Writing credits include The Van Gogh Cafe, Richard Wakes Up, Sorry Charlie, Water Evacuation, and the upcoming Men in Rooms. He is the recipient of the Agnes Nixon Playwriting Award.
- [Jill Arena](https://filamenttheatre.org/jill-arena/) - Jill Arena Board member since 2014 Jill Arena (she/her) is an illustrator and graphic artist celebrated for her vivid imagery and extraordinary use of color. She has illustrated many children’s books, including “Playing Loteria,” which won the Best International Hispanic Book Award. Co-owner of Arena Design and Illustration, Jill has worked directly with clients to
- [Jennifer Groszek](https://filamenttheatre.org/jennifer-groszek/) - Jennifer Groszek Board member since 2018 Jennifer Groszek (she/her) is a Vice President, Claims Advocate Lead, at ProQuest Insurance. She provides risk management, consulting, and claims management and resolution services to a broad array of clients across the U.S. Jennifer has more than 15 years of experience as an attorney, claims specialist, and business consultant. Prior
- [Andre Zagmout](https://filamenttheatre.org/andre-zagmout/) - Andre Zagmout Board member since 2019 Andre Zagmout (he/him) is a Tax and Financial advisor with over 15 years of experience in Tax and wealth planning. He is the founder and president of Zagmout & Company CPAs Ltd, where he assists successful individuals and businesses with their Tax Preparation, Accounting & Financial Planning needs. He earned his
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- [Season Archives](https://filamenttheatre.org/season-archives/) - 2019 FORTS: Build Your Own Adventure Conceived by Julie Ritchey January-March, 2019; November-March, 2020 Cinderella in collaboration with the St. Louis Symphony Adapted by Jessica Wright Buha Directed by Julie Ritchey February, 2019 The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane Adapted by Dwayne Hartford; Based on the book byKate DiCamillo Directed by Katy Walsh March-May, 2019
- [Youth Advisory Council](https://filamenttheatre.org/advisory/) - Curious about Filament's Youth Advisory Council? We're so glad you're here! Here at Filament, we collaborate directly with young people to help make our plays. This might mean attending an early run-through and offering your thoughts and feedback, or it might mean collaborating directly with professional artists to help write a script, stage a scene, or
- [Kate Leslie](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/kate-leslie/) - Kate Leslie Lightbulb Lab Vol. 5 Guest Editor Kate Leslie (she, her, hers) is a playwright, director, and teaching artist based in Chicago. Kate is currently an MFA candidate as a member of the Playwright’s Lab at Hollins University.Her short play Ashes to Dust was a finalist for the Gary Garrison Award in 2019 and
- [Virtual Classes](https://filamenttheatre.org/virtual-classes/) - Filament has worked with kids and parents to develop ideas for virtual classes that meet the needs of today! Join us via ZOOM for our specially designed classes! See current offerings below! Looking for summer camps or fun family activities? See also our Virtual Summer Camps and our Lightbulb Lab! Filament PlayDates Online drop-in classes
- [COVID 19 Camp Statement](https://filamenttheatre.org/covid-19-camp-statement/) - After careful research and reflection, we have decided to host our camps virtually this summer. We have developed a curriculum intended to keep our campers as safe as possible, while still fostering the important creative and social outlets that are so critical to the summer camp experience. We look forward to summer camp every year, and
- [The Lightbulb Lab](https://filamenttheatre.org/lightbulblab/) - Welcome to the Lightbulb Lab, a series of games and activities for your child to spark their creativity and give you a well-deserved break! We may all be sheltered in place, but that doesn’t mean we can’t roam in our imaginations and become the artists-in-residence of our own homes. Click here to receive Lightbulb Lab
- [Allison Sword](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/allison-sword/) - Allison Sword The Snow Queen, FORTS: Build Your Own Adventure, The Lightbulb Lab Volume 6 guest Editor Allison Sword (she/her/hers) is a Chicago theatre maker and teaching artist. She originally hails from Columbia, Missouri where she attended Stephens College, graduating with a BFA in Theatre Arts. In Columbia she found her love of teaching at
- [Ashley Laverty](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/ashley-laverty/) - Ashley Laverty Lightbulb Lab Vol. 4 Guest Editor Ashley Laverty (she/her/hers) is the founding Artistic Director of Kerfuffle, a theatre and dance company devoted to creating performances with and for children under the age of 6. With Kerfuffle, she has developed and directed Nested, The Caterpillar's Footprint, and Goose and Gert, a co-production with The
- [Coronavirus Information - (Published on 3/13/20)](https://filamenttheatre.org/coronavirus-information/) - On March 12th, Governor J.B. Pritzker and Mayor Lori Lightfoot restricted all public and private gatherings of more than 250, especially with audiences of older or vulnerable populations, by requesting these gatherings be suspended for a minimum of 30 days and potentially until May 1. Filament Theatre’s Board of Directors has decided to suspend public
- [Zip, Zoom, Bloom](https://filamenttheatre.org/bloom/) - Performance Dates:TBDPerformance Times:TBDRun time: 45 minutes. Audiences are encouraged to arrive up to 15 minutes early to participate in pre-show activities.Age Recommendation: Ages 2-5 and their care-givers. Older or younger sibling are encouraged to attend (all ages always welcome at Filament) UPATES DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON. About the show: Bees, butterflies, and birds
- [Individual Giving](https://filamenttheatre.org/individual-giving/) - Thank you for considering a tax deductible donation to Filament Theatre. Below we have outlined some of the ways we plan to share our gratitude. Dreamer: $99 and Under Recognition on our website. Invitation to opening night performance, followed by a reception with the creative team. Builder: $100-$249 All of the above, plus... Early access
- [Luna](https://filamenttheatre.org/luna/) - September 21 - November 3, 2019 Performance Times:Saturday @ 11am & 2:30pmSunday @ 1pmTickets: $16-19.50 (Includes all service fees)Run time: 60 minutes. Audiences are encouraged to arrive up to 20 minutes early to participate in pre-show activities.Age Recommendation: Ages 4-10 and their family & friends (all ages always welcome at Filament) Buy Tickets “The daughter
- [Murphy Playmakers!](https://filamenttheatre.org/murphy/) - Registration Now Paid for by Friends of Murphy Dates: November 7th, 2019 - February 20th, 2020*Times: Thursdays, 3pm - 5pmLocation: Murphy Elementary School AuditoriumGrades: 1st through 8thPrice: Provided at no cost to Murphy students thanks to Friends of Murphy. Join Filament Theatre’s Murphy Playmakers! Through drama games, teamwork, and guided playmaking, participants will build inspiring
- [Field Trips](https://filamenttheatre.org/field-trips/) - LUNA Tuesdays from Sept 24 - Oct 29, 2019 Grade Recommendation: PreK - 5th Soledad is the child of migrant farm workers. She loves the universe. And she loves her family. Soledad goes where her family goes, where the crops will grow. With every move comes a new school and the struggle to make new friends.
- [Steph Taylor](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/steph-taylor/) - Filament Productions: Luna, The Snow Queen, Robin Hood, Fog Island, Pinocchio. Steph is thrilled to be back working with Filament Theatre where she previously designed the makeup for Snow Queen. She also worked on productions including Robin Hood, Pinocchio and Fog Island. Steph is a Chicago based Costume Designer that also loves to dabble in
- [Jean Claudio](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/jean-carlos-claudio/) - Filament Productions: Luna A circus and physical theater performer from Puerto Rico established in Chicago since 2016. In 2013 he traveled to Argentina to train and learn more about the circus world. Co-founded his own circus and physical theater company along his spouse, Raquel Torre. In 2016 decided to move to Chicago to start the
- [Aissa Guerra](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/aissa-guerra/) - Filament Resident Artist Filament Productions: Luna, The Snow Queen, Crossing Six Corners,The Van Gogh Cafe, Sherlock Holmes Hailing from the RGV in South Texas, Aissa Guerra is an actor, teaching artist, and deviser in Chicago. She is a proud Resident Artist at Filament Theater, and has acted in recent productions such as The Van Gogh
- [Raquel Torre](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/raquel-torre/) - Filament Productions: Luna Raquel Torre (she/her/hers) is a creator/performer from Puerto Rico with a background in movement, clown, circus, and theatre. Since moving to Chicago in 2016, she’s collaborated with UrbanTheater Company, Opera-Matic, and Barrel of Monkeys. In 2013, she co-founded La Vuelta Ensemble (formerly Circo La Vuelta), a minority-led ensemble with a focus on high physicality
- [Amy Gilman](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/amy-gilman/) - Filament Productions: Luna, The Snow Queen, The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles, Choose Thine Own Adventure. Amy is excited to return to Filament Theatre. She has previously worked with Filament Theatre on Snow Queen, the Uncorker of Ocean Bottles and Choose Thine Own Adventure. Other theatres she has worked with include: Stage Left, Theatre Seven, Prologue Theatre, Factory
- [Natalie Cohen](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/natalie-cohen/) - Filament Productions: Luna Natalie Cohen (Stage Manager) is excited to be working Filament Theatre for the first time. She is a recent graduate of Truman State University where she earned a BA in Theatre and BFA in Creative Writing. Previous credits include Mary Stuart (Chicago Shakespeare Theater); Good People, Always...Patsy Cline, Driving Miss Daisy (New Harmony Theatre); Loch Ness, Front
- [Mateo Hernandez](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/mateo-hernandez/) - Filament Productions: Luna Mateo Hernandez (he/him & they/them) is a queer, Chicanx actor/writer, theatre-maker, and teaching artist. They are so excited to be working with Filament for the first time on this production! He has worked in various capacities with UrbanTheatre Company, Lifeline Theatre, Goodman Theatre, About Face Theatre, Prop Thtr, Chicago Children’s Theatre, Visión
- [Ellie Humphrys](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/ellie-humphrys/) - Filament Productions: Luna Ellie graduated in 2012 with a BFA in Lighting Design from The Theatre School at DePaul University and has been working the Chicago theatre scene ever since. As a company member with The Agency Theatre Collective, she’s designed many of their shows including Tres Bandidos, Hellcab, Chagrin Falls, Truth in Context, and I Wish to Apologize to
- [Gaby FeBland](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/gaby-febland/) - Filament Productions: Luna Gaby FeBland is a playwright, performer, illustrator, and arts education advocate from Brooklyn, NY. Her plays have been produced off-Broadway, at Northwestern University, and at the Frontier Theater, and published in Spider Magazine. Favorite Chicago acting credits include The Nutcracker (The House Theatre), Akeelah and the Bee (Adventure Stage), Pericles (Chicago Shakespeare
- [2019](https://filamenttheatre.org/2019-season/) - Announcing Filament Theatre's 2019 Season Bring the whole family to play!
- [Edward Tulane](https://filamenttheatre.org/edward/) - The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane March 30 - May 26 Performance Times:Saturday @ 1pm & 3:30pmSunday @ 3:30pmTickets: $16-19.50 (Includes all service fees)Run time: 75 minutesSee below for content details Buy Tickets "This really is the most charming of narratives..." -Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune “[Filament Theatre] is known for its exciting, incredibly inventive productions of kid’s stories. But
- [Garden Party](https://filamenttheatre.org/gardenparty/) - Buy Tickets
- [Gift Certificates](https://filamenttheatre.org/giftcards/) - Gift options from Filament Theatre! Purchase a Filament Certificate Click below to purchase a gift certificate that can be printed out directly from your computer. Using your unique Gift Card ID you or your friend will save when purchasing tickets. Questions? email boxoffice@filamenttheatre.org or call (773) 270-1660
- [Filament Holiday Special](https://filamenttheatre.org/holidayspecial/) - Now in its 7th year, The Filament Holiday Special has become a beloved tradition to kick off the holiday season. Friends and families gather for a screening of two holiday classics, A Charlie Brown Christmas & How the Grinch Stole Christmas, voiced by your favorite Filament actors with live accompaniment provided by our very own
- [2018 season](https://filamenttheatre.org/2018-season/) - Play with us all season long - Subscribe! Save 25% when purchasing a pack of 3 or more plays plus pay lower ticketing fees! Change your reservation anytime up to an hour before showtime. Child packages start as low as $21! Click on the show to learn more & purchase tickets! Plus our 7th Annual
- [The Snow Queen](https://filamenttheatre.org/snowqueen/) - THE SNOW QUEEN Written by Tyler J. Monroe Directed by Allegra Libonati Based on the Fairy Tale by Hans Christian Andersen Dates: November 10 - December 23, 2018 Times: Saturday @ 10am & 2:30pm; Sunday @ 1pm Price: $14 - $17.50 Contact: Boxoffice@Filamenttheatre.org; (773) 270-1660 Address: 4041 N Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL 60641 About About the Show: Filament’s
- [The Snow Queen Video](https://filamenttheatre.org/snowqueen-video/) - THE SNOW QUEEN Adapted by Tyler J. Monroe Directed by Allegra Libonati Based on the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen Dates: November 10 - December 23, 2018 Times: Saturday @ 10am & 2:30pm; Sunday @ 1pm Price: $14 - $17.50 Contact: Boxoffice@Filamenttheatre.org; (773) 270-1660 Address: 4041 N Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL 60641 About About the Show: Filament’s
- [Nico Fernandez](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/nico-fernandez/) - Nico Fernandez Filament Productions: The Snow Queen (Kai, et al.), The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles (The One-Man-Band, et al.) Nico has worked with First Folio Theatre, Organic Theatre Company, The Gift Theatre, The Chicago Fringe Festival, The Runaways, Halcyon Theatre, The House Theatre of Chicago and Chimera Ensemble. Nico is thrilled and inspired by being surrounded by
- [Sonia Goldberg](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/sonia-goldberg/) - Sonia Goldberg Filament Productions: The Snow Queen (2018) Sonia is a Chicago native and a graduate of the Jordan College of the Arts at Butler University in Indianapolis. Recent Chicago credits include Richard III (Muse of Fire) Scary Stories to Save your Life (About Face Youth Theatre) Oliver! (Windy City Performs), Peter and the Star Catcher (E.D.G.E. of Orion
- [Kristin Hammargren](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/kristin-hammargren/) - Kristin Hammargren Filament Productions: The Snow Queen (2018) In Chicago Kristin has been seen as De Guiche in Cyrano with BoHo Theatre and as Olivia in Twelfth Night with Midsummer Flight. Other professional work includes, Montana Shakespeare in the Parks, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Intermountain Opera, Forward Theater, Door Shakespeare, Madison Opera, Optimist Theatre, and In Tandem Theatre. She holds an MFA in
- [Andrew Marchetti](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/andrew-marchetti/) - Andrew Marchetti Resident Artist Filament Productions: The Snow Queen (2018), The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles, Fog Island, James & the Giant Peach, The Monster in the Hall, Lifeboat, Cyrano, The Snow Queen (2014) Andrew is an actor, writer, designer and fabricator specializing in scenic, props and puppetry. Recently, he designed and built stylized puppets for Northwestern's
- [Crossing Six Corners](https://filamenttheatre.org/crossing-six-corners/) - The Six Corners Association Presents: Crossing Six Corners Friday, Oct 19 - 6:30 (Six Corners Business Preview & Reception) Saturday, Oct 20 - 7:00 Sunday, Oct 21 - 5:00 Click here for tickets! Filament Theatre joins with the Six Corners Association and the local community to present Crossing Six Corners. This theatrical patchwork canonizes the history and legend of
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- [Fundraisers](https://filamenttheatre.org/fundraiser/) - We are so grateful for and proud of the remarkable community support that makes our programs possible. The following are just a few of the initiatives our board of directors and our community have created to insure Filament's long term sustainability and financial health. Parties & Events: The 6th Annual Bob Dylan Birthday Bash Saturday, May 19th @
- [The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles](https://filamenttheatre.org/uncorker/) - THE UNCORKER OF OCEAN BOTTLES Written by Michelle Cuevas and illustrated by Erin E. Stead; Adapted by Melissa Pfeiffer-Lampl & Andrew J. Lampl Directed by Julie Ritchey Dates: April 21 - June 3, 2018 Times: Saturday @ 11am & 2:30pm; Sunday @ 2:30pm (No performance 5/26 @ 2:30) Price: $12 - $17.50 Contact: Boxoffice@Filamenttheatre.org; (773) 270-1660 Address:
- [Press](https://filamenttheatre.org/press/) - Click here to download press release Click here to view production images Photo Credit: Christian Libonati Please contact managing director Christian Libonati if you have any questions: (773) 270.1660 / christian@filamenttheatre.org
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- [Fundraise at Filament!](https://filamenttheatre.org/fundraise-at-filament/) - Fundraise for Your Organization at Filament Theatre Filament Theatre wants to work with you to support your valued non-profits, schools, and other charitable organizations that promote empathy and creativity in our youth or support underserved members of our community. We are also excited to support children who are raising money for advocacy programs they value.
- [Michelle Cuevas](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/michelle-cuevas/) - Michelle Cuevas Author: The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles Michelle was born in 1982 in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. She graduated from Williams College and holds a master of fine arts in creative writing from the University of Virginia, where she received the Henry Hoyns Fellowship. Michelle is the author of The Care and Feeding of a Pet
- [Tia Pinson](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/tia-pinson/) - Tia Pinson Filament Productions: The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles (Understudy: Uncorker, Little Mew, & the Baker) Tia is excited to be making her Filament debut! Through learning, playing, and sharing, she hopes to provide an outlet of creative expression and development to community youth. She is grateful to be a part of this magical adventure with this
- [La Shone Kelly](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/la-shone-kelly/) - La Shone T. Kelly Filament Productions: The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles La Shone is an aspiring artist, coming from a family of fifteen. She has always loved anything connected with art and literature since a young age. La Shone comes from a musical background; having a family band "The Chicago Kellys" who have been interviewed
- [Bob Dylan Birthday Bash](https://filamenttheatre.org/fundraiser/dylan/) - You are cordially invited to the 6th annual Bob Dylan Birthday Bash. Committee Chairs: Tom & Suzy Jackson Committee Members: Jill Arena, Karen Thrash, Cathy Burkhardt, Ted Burkhardt, and Philip Schwartz Saturday May 19, 2018 7:00 pm Buy Tickets Featuring the musical talents of: Los Cool Shades Robin & Jenny Bienemann Dave & Jodi Walker Naomi Ashley
- [5th Annual Bob Dylan Birthday Bash & Benefit](https://filamenttheatre.org/dylan/) - Bob Dylan Birthday Bash & Benefit Concert Saturday, May 13th @ 7pm Click to Buy Tickets (Don't think twice) Special thanks to our Benefit Hosts Joakim Bäckström & Ellen Stoner for their generous support. Thanks also to Lake Effect Brewing Company, Pipeworks Brewing Company, City News Cafe, and The Old Town School of Folk Music
- [Bryce Gangel](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/bryce-gangel/) - Bryce Gangel Resident Artist Filament Productions: Sherlock Holmes & the Mystery of Portage Park, Crossing Six Corners, Hank Williams Lost Highway. Bryce has been a friend of Filament Theatre since 2012, appearing first in Hank Williams Lost Highway. She has previously worked with Filament on Crossing Six Corners, and the workshop production of Sherlock Holmes
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- [John Vasquez](https://filamenttheatre.org/john-vasquez/) - John Vasquez Board Treasurer Board member since 2017 John is a branch manager for a Wintrust Bank with over 20 years of experience in the financial industry. As a lifelong musician with experience in music education programming, John formerly served as an award winning percussion arts instructor in Central Illinois. The ongoing quest for creative
- [Melissa Pfeiffer-Lampl](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/melissa-pfeiffer-lampl/) - Melissa Pfeiffer-Lampl Filament Productions: The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles. Melissa is a Chicago-based playwright, screenwriter, poet, editor and author of numerous comics and zines. Writing credits include theatrical productions Un-Story, Flood or The Horse The Doctor and the After, and upcoming Graceland. She was a finalist for the Fulbright and Bay Area Playwrights Award and
- [Caroline Foulk](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/caroline-foulk/) - Caroline Foulk Filament Productions: The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles, The Van Gogh Cafe, Robin Hood. Caroline is a Chicago native who works in corporate real estate during the day and has been a freelance stage manager nights and weekends for almost two years now. This is Caroline's fourth production with Filament Theatre. She began working
- [Carley Walker](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/carley-walker/) - Carley Walker Filament Productions: The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles, FORTS: Build Your Own Adventure. Carley has a BFA in Drama from the University of Oklahoma and loves working in the theatre in a variety of roles. After moving to Chicago in the fall of 2016 she quickly sought out opportunities as a lighting designer and
- [Emily Waecker](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/emily-waecker/) - Emily Waecker Resident Artist Filament Productions: The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles, Sherlock Holmes & The Mystery of Portage Park, The Monster in the Hall, Lifeboat. Emily is happy to return to Filament Theatre, where her previous designs include Sherlock Holmes & the Mystery of Portage Park, The Monster in the Hall, and Lifeboat. In Chicago,
- [Daniella Rukin](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/daniella-rukin/) - Daniella Rukin Filament Productions: The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles (Understudy: One-Man-Band, Baker, Soprano, et al.), The Filament Holiday Special (Music Director) Daniella is thrilled to be a part of The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles. Daniella works as an actor and pianist around Chicago, and was most recently seen as a Citizen in The Enemy of
- [Michele	Stine](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/michele-stine/) - Michele Stine Filament Productions: The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles (Little Mew) Michele is very excited to be making her Filament Theatre debut. Other Chicago credits include: Seryohza in Anna Karenina (Lifeline Theatre); Jill in Mother Goose’s Garden (Emerald City Theatre); Martha Washington in The American Revolution (Theatre Unspeakable); Chorus in Little Red Cyrano (Red Theatre
- [Collaborators](https://filamenttheatre.org/collaborators/)
- [The Van Gogh Cafe](https://filamenttheatre.org/vangogh/) - The Van Gogh Cafe a story in 5 courses at Fannie's Cafe & Bakery The Magic Returns January 2018 Join Filament at Fannie's Cafe for a magical mix of food and theatre! Saturday, January 20 @ 5pm Sunday, January 21 @ 5pm Saturday, January 27 @ 5pm Sunday, January 28 @ 5pm Saturday, February 3 @ 5pm Sunday, February 4 @ 5pm ***Performances take place
- [Class Refer & Receive Program](https://filamenttheatre.org/class-referral/) - We all win when we share! Filament is currently offering a refer & receive program for our summer camp. If you refer another parent/guardian (who has not previously registered their child for a Filament class or camp), both you and that parent will receive a $25 gift certificate to a future filament class or performance! CONDITIONS: To
- [Education & Outreach](https://filamenttheatre.org/education-outreach/) - Filament Theatre offers classes, camps, school field trips, sensory-friendly performances, in-school residencies and more! To learn more about any of these areas feel free to email info@filamenttheatre.org, call (773) 270-1660, or click on the link below!
- [Classes](https://filamenttheatre.org/classes/) - Filament Theatre Classes Filament classes focus on amplifying the creativity of the young participants. In Filament camps and classes, there are no scripts and no assigned roles–each participant creates their own dream role. Through drama and creative play, Filament’s experienced teaching artists support everyone in creating their own dialogue, characters, stories, costumes, and ultimately their own
- [The Van Gogh Cafe Menu](https://filamenttheatre.org/vgcmenu/) - Menu developed by Fannie's Cafe & Bakery Learn more...
- [Ticket Options](https://filamenttheatre.org/tickets-2/) - Click for Individual Tickets Click for 2018 Season Packages
- [10th Anniversary Benefit](https://filamenttheatre.org/10years/) - Saturday, October 7th @ 7:30pm Come support creativity, community and award-winning family theatre on the Northwest Side as we celebrate Filament Theatre’s 10th Anniversary. This benefit will feature food from favorite Six Corners businesses, a silent auction with over 25 items, and throwback performances from some of your favorite Filament productions. Plus be the first
- [10th Anniversary Silent Auction](https://filamenttheatre.org/auction/) - 10th Anniversary Silent Auction Items* Item Value Description Donated by Michigan Vacation Rental - $800 Escape Chicago for a 1-2 night getaway this fall or winter in a beautiful 4 bedroom New Buffalo cabin! - Scott Ferguson & Chris Walsh Bears Tickets - $300 2 tickets to a bears game at Soldier Field. - Alderman
- [10th Anniversary Benefit!](https://filamenttheatre.org/gala/) - Saturday, October 7th @ 7:30pm Come support creativity, community and award-winning family theatre on the Northwest Side as we celebrate Filament Theatre’s 10th Anniversary. This benefit will feature food from our favorite Six Corners businesses with throwback performances from some of your favorite Filament productions. Plus be the first to learn about Filament’s exciting 2018 season!
- [Kids Night Out!](https://filamenttheatre.org/kidsnightout/) - Kids Night Out @ Filament Theatre Because Sometimes Kids Need A Break! Moana Sing-Along Saturday, August 19th 6:30pm - 8:30pm Pizza, crafts, and a screening of Moana for the kids! Date Night for the Folks! Purchase Tickets! Ages 6 and up $12 (Includes Pizza, Popcorn & Drinks) Sibling & friend discounts It’s been a fun family
- [2018 Team Page](https://filamenttheatre.org/2018team/)
- [The Van Gogh Cafe 2017](https://filamenttheatre.org/vangogh2017/) - The Van Gogh Cafe, a story in 5 courses. The Magic Returns March 2017 Join Filament at Fannie's Cafe for a magical mix of food and theatre! Saturday, March 11 @ 5pm Sunday, March 12 @ 5pm Saturday, March 18 @ 5pm Sunday, March 19 @ 5pm Saturday, March 25 @ 5pm Sunday, March 26 @ 5pm
- [The Adventures of Robin Hood](https://filamenttheatre.org/robinhood/) - Filament Theatre Presents The Adventures of Robin Hood Written by Oliver Emanuel Directed by Omen Sade “If you think you know all there is to know about Robin Hood, think again!” -D.C Metro January 2017 - March 2017 Saturdays & Sundays @ 11am & 3pm Price: $15 - $25 Runtime: 60 minutes [tab_group] [tab title="SYNOPSIS"]
- [Minions!](https://filamenttheatre.org/minions/) - The Patio Theater will present a showing of MINIONS sponsored by Lyons Family Eye Care. All ticket sales will go to support Filament's Education & Access Programming! Sunday, June 4th at 3pm & 6pm Tickets: $5 The Patio Theater is located at 6008 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60634.
- [The Van Gogh Cafe Press Page](https://filamenttheatre.org/vgcpress/) - The Van Gogh Cafe, an immersive culinary experience PRESS PAGE Van Gogh 2017 Press Release Digital Press Folder Photos Program General Production Webpage Direct any questions to Christian Libonati: (773) 270-1660; Christian@filamenttheatre.org [tab_group] [tab title="IMAGES"] 2017 Production at Fannie's Cafe Photo Credit: VGC-2017-1: From Left to Right: Les Rorick, Alex Ireys, Lindsey Dorcus, Aissa Guerra, Kristina
- [The Van Gogh Cafe Video](https://filamenttheatre.org/vangoghvideo/) - The Van Gogh Cafe, a story in 5 courses. The Magic Returns March 2017 Join Filament at Fannie's Cafe for a magical mix of food and theatre! Saturday, March 11 @ 5pm Sunday, March 12 @ 5pm Saturday, March 18 @ 5pm Sunday, March 19 @ 5pm Saturday, March 25 @ 5pm Sunday, March 26 @ 5pm
- [2017 Team Page](https://filamenttheatre.org/2017team/) - Below please find production info for Filament's 2017 Season. Please address any questions to Production Manager Elias Nelson: elias@filamenttheatre.org. [tab_group] [tab title="ROBIN HOOD"] By Oliver Emanuel Directed by Omen Sade Calendar: [/tab] [tab title="Van Gogh Cafe 2017"] Calendar: [/tab] [tab title="THE SNOW"] By Finegan Kruckemeyer Directed by Allegra Libonati Calendar: [/tab] [/tab_group]
- [Robin Hood Video](https://filamenttheatre.org/robinhood-video/) - Filament Theatre Presents The Adventures of Robin Hood Written by Oliver Emanuel Directed by Omen Sade “If you think you know all there is to know about Robin Hood, think again!” -D.C Metro Performances begin January 14th Saturdays & Sundays @ 11am & 3pm Price: $15 - $25 Runtime: 60 minutes [tab_group] [tab title="SYNOPSIS"] Somewhere
- [Ticket Packages](https://filamenttheatre.org/ticket-packages/) - Purchase tickets for both The Adventures of Robin Hood & The Van Gogh Cafe and save big! When you buy your tickets as a package you save 15% on tickets (plus there is no service gratuity added for The Van Gogh Cafe). The Adventures of Robin Hood Now Playing thru March 19th Saturdays & Sundays
- [Robin Hood Press](https://filamenttheatre.org/robinhoodpress/) - Email christian@filamenttheatre.org to make your reservation. By Oliver Emanuel Directed by Omen Sade Featuring Molly Bunder & Jyreika Guest Set Designer: Brad Caleb Lee Costume Designer: Noël Huntzinger Lighting Designer: Emma Deane Sound Designer: Michael Huey Production/Stage Manager: Elias Nelson Click here to learn more about Robin Hood...
- [The 5th Annual Filament Holiday Special](https://filamenttheatre.org/holidayspecial2016/) - Now in its 5th year, The Filament Holiday Special has become a beloved tradition to kick off the holiday season. Friends and families gather for a screening of two holiday classics, A Charlie Brown Christmas & How the Grinch Stole Christmas, voiced by your favorite Filament actors with live accompaniment provided by our very own
- [Ticket Policies](https://filamenttheatre.org/policies/) - Ticketing Policies ALL SALES ARE FINAL. No refunds. Management will only consider exchange requests if requested at least 48 hours prior to the booked performance. In the event of a cancellation for which there is no rescheduled date, a refund for this ticket may be issued at the option of the management. Class & Camp
- [Camp 4041](https://filamenttheatre.org/camp4041/) - Join Camp 4041 every day you're off from school Camp will be extended to cover CPS closures during a strike. Participating organizations: Filament Theatre, the National Veteran's Art Museum and the Chicago Ballet Center Full Day Kindergarten – 8th Grade Drop-off: 7:30-8:00am Pick-up: 4:00-4:30pm $50/day Come both days and save $10 Water and juice will
- [SMARTgoals](https://filamenttheatre.org/smartgoals/)
- [Van Gogh Cafe Menu Donation](https://filamenttheatre.org/donationmenu/) - We’re cooking up our most delicious season yet! Help Filament foot the bill for some of the key ingredients in its 10th Anniversary Season! A Playwright Commission ...world premieres by playwrights from as near as Chicago to as far as Tasmania $250/month ($3,000) A Director in Demand ...directors who have worked from Chicago all the
- [The Van Gogh Sponsor Night](https://filamenttheatre.org/sponsornight/) - Reserve your Sponsor Night tickets below: Commit now to a 2017 Sponsorship: Checks can also be made out to "Filament Theatre" C/O Van Gogh Sponsor Night, 4041 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60641. Please email christian@filamenttheatre.org or call (773) 270-1660 with any questions. Click here to learn more about The Van Gogh Cafe...
- [2016 House Concerts](https://filamenttheatre.org/2016concerts/) - Filament's 2016 Concert Series The Filament Concert Series is supported in part by the Mystick Krewe of Laff and hosted by Tom Jackson of the New Orleans Radio Hour and Somebody Else's Troubles on WLUW-FM 88.7. Charlie Chaplin's Shoulder Arms Silent Film Society of Chicago Featuing Jay Warren on the organ Friday, Jan 29 @ 7:30pm We're kicking
- [2016 Season](https://filamenttheatre.org/2016season/) - The 2016 Season Filament Theatre’s ninth season brings community engagement to a new level. Whether exploring the neighborhood on bikes or partnering with local restaurants Filament finds unexpected theatricality in everyday spaces. We look forward to sharing these experiences with you! Purchase a Season Pass and Save! ____________________________________________ PINOCCHIO: a Folk Musical January 22 - March
- [Sherlock Holmes & the Mystery of Portage Park](https://filamenttheatre.org/sherlock/) - May 21 - June 25 Saturdays @ 11am July 9 - July 23: Saturdays @ 11am & 2pm (No performances 6/11 or 7/2) All tickets: $20 [tab_group] [tab title="INFO"] "Come, neighbors, come! The game is afoot. Onto your bicycles and ride!" Search the neighborhood along side the great Sherlock Holmes, interviewing witnesses and finding clues to
- [Sherlock FAQs](https://filamenttheatre.org/sherlock-faqs/) - Buy Tickets... Click here for more Sherlock info... Frequently Asked Questions: I'm confused by the ticketing groups, what do they mean? The audience will be split up in different groups over the course of the show for traveling purposes. There are groups that walk and groups that bicycle. Be sure to pick whichever method of
- [Sherlock Adventure Video](https://filamenttheatre.org/sherlock-adventure-video/) - Buy Tickets... May 21 - June 25 Saturdays @ 11am July 9 - July 23: Saturdays @ 11am & 2pm (No performances 6/11 or 7/2) All tickets: $20 [tab_group] [tab title="INFO"] "Come, neighbors, come! The game is afoot. Onto your bicycles and ride!" Search the neighborhood along side the great Sherlock Holmes, interviewing witnesses and finding
- [Divvy Sherlock](https://filamenttheatre.org/divvy-sherlock/) - How to (Divvy) Bike Sherlock Purchase a 24-hour Divvy Bike pass - $9.95/pass* (Please note, this entitles you to unlimited 30 minute rides within 24 hours).Please familiarize yourself with the system prior to the start of the show. See video below. Once you're at the theatre & the show has started, bike groups will travel to Milwaukee
- [Crossing Six Corners 2016](https://filamenttheatre.org/c6c2016/) - Crossing Six Corners Nov 13 – Nov 16, 2016 Tickets Free & available starting Sept 7, 2016. [tab_group] [tab title="ABOUT"] Adapted by Filament Theatre Based on the stories of Northwest Side residents. Celebrate our community heritage in this one-of-a-kind performance canonizing the history and legend of Chicago’s Northwest Side. More coming soon! [/tab] [tab
- [Sherlock Holmes (2015 Workshop)](https://filamenttheatre.org/sherlock2015/) - Follow Sherlock Holmes by Bike or on Foot Searching for Clues in and around the neighborhood of Portage Park* Only 4 Performances! Space Limited. July 18 & 19 @ 10am & 2pm *SHOW BEGINS AT FILAMENT THEATRE: 4041 N Milwaukee Ave To learn more about the 2016 run of Sherlock, click here! [tab_group] [tab title="SYNOPSIS"] When
- [TenPass](https://filamenttheatre.org/tenpass/) - The Filament TenPass is a flex ticket that allows you to see up to ten shows at a discounted rate! PRICE: $120 gets you 10 admissions. That's like 10 tickets for only $12 each! FLEXIBLE: See 10 shows yourself, bring 9 guests to a single show, bring 5 guests each to 2 shows... the possibilities are endless! It's flexible
- [Pinocchio: A Folk Musical](https://filamenttheatre.org/pinocchio/) - January 22 - March 6 (PERFORMANCES ADDED SUNDAY MARCH 13th!) Saturdays @ 3pm & 7pm Sundays @ 12pm & 3pm Questions? Email: Boxoffice@filamenttheatre.org [tab_group] [tab title="SYNOPSIS"] Filament brings an expansive, freewheeling, new folk musical adaptation of this beloved story to their Northwest side Chicago stage! Six actors playing a menagerie of instruments will lead you
- [Pinocchio: A Folk Musical](https://filamenttheatre.org/pinocchio-dna/) - $5 Preview tickets sponsored by the Inside Out Art Studio & Mask Shop are now available. Performances: January 22 - March 6 Saturdays @ 3pm & 7pm Sundays @ 12pm & 3pm Questions? Email: Boxoffice@filamenttheatre.org [tab_group] [tab title="SYNOPSIS"] Filament brings an expansive, freewheeling, new folk musical adaptation of this beloved story to their Northwest side
- [Sensory-Friendly Pinocchio](https://filamenttheatre.org/sensory-friendly/) - A Sensory-Friendly Performance [tab_group] [tab title="SENSORY-FRIENDLY "] About Filament’s Sensory-Friendly Performance: Saturday, March 5th @ 10am Tickets $14-$20 For info about the regular run (Now extended thru March 13th) click here! Sensory-friendly performances are designed to create a performing arts experience that is welcoming to all families with children with autism or with other disabilities that create sensory sensitivities. Accommodations for this
- [Summer Camp Payment](https://filamenttheatre.org/summer-camp-payment/) - Contact education@filamenttheatre.org with any questions.
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- [Pinocchio Press Page](https://filamenttheatre.org/pinocchio-press/) - Press Release: Pinocchio Press Release Filament 2016 Season Press Release Press Pictures: The Production Team: TYLER BEATTIE (Adaptor/Composer) is a composer, writer, director, and teacher. He is the co-creator (with Emma Lively) of four original musicals: Blue, Candy Land, Bunny's Bakery and Bliss, and the animated film Hungry Hungry Hippos (currently in development with Hasbro).
- [Adventurer's Guild](https://filamenttheatre.org/guild/) - Support Adventurous New Work on the Northwest Side! Filament’s audiences are some of the most enthusiastic in the city. You have shown us that there is no limit to the adventures you’re willing to go on, and since 2008 you have helped Filament to produce 18 new plays, musicals, and workshops. Sure, we could
- [Adventurerer's Guild Confirmation](https://filamenttheatre.org/guild-confirmation/) - Congratulations! You are now a member of Filament's Adventurer's Guild. Glad to have you with us. We look forward to journeying with you and sharing our inventive theatrical process with you as we depart on our next great adventure! If at anytime during our journey you have any questions, please feel free to contact Artistic Director, Julie
- [Pinocchio Workshop](https://filamenttheatre.org/pinocchioworkshop/) - Pinocchio Workshops for Kids! Saturday, Jan. 30th: 1pm Workshop / 3pm Show Sunday, February 21st: 10am Workshop / 12pm Show Price: $35 (Includes show ticket price) Ages: Kindergarten to 7th grade Do you want to rehearse like Filament Theatre actors? Join one of our resident teaching artists at Filament Theatre for a Pinocchio workshop before the
- [2016 Season Pass](https://filamenttheatre.org/2016pass/) - Purchase once and see our full 2016 season! Purchase one of our season pass options by clicking on the link below and you will receive one ticket to: PINOCCHIO: a Folk Musial Sherlock Holmes & the Mystery of Portage Park The Van Gogh Cafe (at Community Tavern) Plus: You will receive one reserved ticket for Crossing
- [2016 Production Page](https://filamenttheatre.org/2016productionpage/) - Below please find production info for Filament's 2016 Season. Please address any questions to Christian: christian@filamenttheatre.org or (773)270-1660 [tab_group] [tab title="PINOCCHIO"] Calendar: Demo Tracks: Click Here to listen to the Pinocchio demo tracks [/tab] [tab title="SHERLOCK"] Calendar: [/tab] [tab title="VAN GOGH CAFE"] Calendar: [/tab] [tab title="CROSSING 6 CORNERS"] Calendar: [/tab] [/tab_group]
- [Black Friday](https://filamenttheatre.org/blackfriday/) - Thank you to all who participated in our Black Friday deals! Check back next year for more exciting discount opportunities!
- [Pinocchio Actor Info](https://filamenttheatre.org/pinocchio-actorinfo/) - Director: Scott Ferguson - fergusonscott@mac.com Music Director: Tim McNulty - tmcnult1@gmail.com
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- [House Concerts](https://filamenttheatre.org/2015concerts/) - Presents the Filament House Concert Series Hosted by Tom Jackson of the New Orleans Music Hour Golden Horse Ranch Band Friday, April 17 @ 7:30pm We kick off our EARTH FEST on April 17th at 7:30pm with the Filament Barn Dance featuring the Golden Horse Ranch Band. The Golden Horse Ranch Band plays polkas, waltzes, contra, swing
- [Fall/Winter Classes](https://filamenttheatre.org/fall-classes/) - Filament 2015 Fall/Winter Class Registration Foundations of Storytelling A Nov 2 - Jan 11 - NEW SESSION Monday 4:45pm - 5:45pm Age 7-12 $215 Learn the fundamentals of storytelling using Filament Theatre’s ensemble driven techniques. Explore creative drama skills in a supportive and friendly environment. Class dates (8 sessions): Nov 2; Nov 9; Nov 16; Nov 30; Dec 7;
- [Fog Island](https://filamenttheatre.org/2015-season/fog-island/) - FOG ISLAND By Tomi Ungerer Adapted by Emily Dendinger Music & Lyrics by Tim McNulty Directed by Krista D'Agostino September 25 - Nov 1 Friday @ 7:30 Saturday @ 3pm & 7:30 Sunday @ 3pm (No Performances Oct. 10 @ 3pm or Oct. 24) Runtime: 75 Minutes without an intermission. Parking: Metered street parking is
- [Fog Island TheaterLoop](https://filamenttheatre.org/fog-island-theaterloop/)
- [FOG ISLAND PRESS PAGE](https://filamenttheatre.org/fog-island-press/) - Please address any questions to Christian Libonati: Christian@filamenttheatre.org PRESS RELEASE PRESS PICTURES: Photo Credit: John Taflan Click on the Picture below for the full size image: Biography Information: The Actors: MOLLY BUNDER* (Cara) As a resident artist at Filament, Molly has appeared in The Snow Queen, Lifeboat, Monster in the
- [Education Payment Confirmation](https://filamenttheatre.org/summer-camp-confirmation/) - We have received your payment for a Filament education program. Please note, you must also submit your "Student Information" form via our website before your registration is confirmed. If you have any questions, please email: education@filamenttheatre.org Thank you! - Filament Theatre
- [2015 Season](https://filamenttheatre.org/2015-season/) - James & the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl Adapted by David Wood Directed by Kathryn Walsh Feb 7 - Mar 15 EarthFest Featuring The Filament Barn Dance & Sustain 36 April 17 - 20 LIFEBOAT By Nicola McCartney Directed by Julie Ritchey May 1 - 24 Sherlcock Holmes & the Mystery of Portage Park Conceived by The Filament
- [Class Registration](https://filamenttheatre.org/class-registration/) - If you are having trouble accessing the below form, please Click Here. Loading... Click below to make your payment. Please note: you will be re-directed to Paypal. You do not have to sign-up for a Paypal account. There is an option to pay by Credit Card. Please Select a Class Foundations A $215.00 USD Foundations
- [Thank you for donating!](https://filamenttheatre.org/thank-you-for-donating/) - Thank you for your Donation! Your transaction has been completed, and a receipt has been emailed to you. If you donated at a reward level, please email boxoffice@filamenttheatre.org to reserve your tickets. For a list of Filament's concerts, Click Here. Please note a donation of any size grants you admission to our August 9th - Filament
- [Lifeboat](https://filamenttheatre.org/lifeboat/) - Filament's Critically Acclaimed production of LIFEBOAT Returns! May 1 thru May 24, 2015 Fridays & Saturdays @ 7:30pm Sundays @ 3pm [tab_group] [tab title="SYNOPSIS"] During World War II, a ship carrying 90 evacuees set sail to escape the bombings and dangers of Britain. On Friday September 17, 1940, the ship was torpedoed by a German
- [Bike Show Workshop Rehearsal Calendar](https://filamenttheatre.org/bike-show-workshop-rehearsals/) - The Bike Show!
- [Events](https://filamenttheatre.org/upcoming-events/) - Explore this list of Filament House Concerts, events, productions, and featured rentals that are coming to Filament!
- [Filament EARTHFEST](https://filamenttheatre.org/earthfest/) - Filament Invites you to EARTHFEST April 17 - April 22 Full List of Festival Events: April 17 @ 7:30pm: Filament Barn Dance featuring the Golden Horse Ranch Band April 18 @ 9am-11am: 6 Corners Spring Clean-Up Lead by the 6 Corners Association April 19 @ 8pm: Sustain 36: A Community Supported Theater Project April 20 @ 7:30pm:
- [TenPass Confirmation](https://filamenttheatre.org/tenpass-confirmation/) - Thank you for purchasing a Filament TenPass! To reserve tickets for a specific performance, please email boxoffice@filamenttheatre.org. Your TenPass will be issued when you arrive at the theater to see your scheduled show. If you have any questions, please email: boxoffice@filamenttheatre.org and we will be happy to assist you. See you at Filament!
- [James and the Giant Peach](https://filamenttheatre.org/peach/) - Playing Feb 7th - March 15th Saturday @ 3pm & 7:30pm Sunday @ 2pm PLUS Sat, Feb 21 and Mar 14 @ 10am Tickets are $14 for Children and $20 for adults. (Discount offers Below) Things couldn’t get worse for poor James Henry Trotter. Due to a freak rhinoceros accident in the marketplace that left him
- [Get Involved](https://filamenttheatre.org/get-involved/) - There are lots of ways to get involved! Filament is looking for Business Sponsors, Actors, Designers, volunteers and more! For Sponsorship information contact: sponsor[at]filamenttheatre]dot]org Volunteer inquiries should be sent to our Outreach Manager, Jackie Intres: jackie[at]filamenttheatre[dot]org Acting inquiries should be sent to: casting[at]filamenttheatre[dot]org (please note, casting calls will be listed on the League of Chicago
- [2014 Season](https://filamenttheatre.org/current-season/) - The 2014 Season Filament Theatre was thrilled to christen our brand new space in Portage Park with an exciting lineup of four productions in 2014. The Monster in the Hall by David Greig Directed by Artistic Director Julie Ritchey Original Music composed by Robert Deason The Snow Queen Adapted from the fairy tales by Hans Christian
- [The Monster in the Hall](https://filamenttheatre.org/the-monster-in-the-hall/) - September 19 – October 26, 2014 Fridays and Saturdays @ 8pm, and Sundays @ 3pm The Filament Theatre 4041 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL 60641 THANKS TO ALL WHO ATTENDED THE MONSTER IN THE HALL! Duck Macatarsney is an imaginative, quick-talking teenager named after the Ducati Monster, her mother’s favorite motorcycle. In caring for her dope-smoking MS-stricken
- [The Snow Queen](https://filamenttheatre.org/snow-queen/) - Adapted by Tyler J. Monroe From the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen Directed by A.R.T. Resident Director Allegra Libonati Jan. 17 thru Feb. 9, 2014 Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays The Filament Theatre 4041 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL 60641 The Filament Theatre Ensemble is excited to present The Snow Queen as the first show
- [Tickets](https://filamenttheatre.org/tickets/) - MORE INFO SOON.
- [Choose Thine Own Adventure](https://filamenttheatre.org/choose/) - This Production is now available for private event bookings! Visit HERE for more details. CHOOSE THINE OWN ADVENTURE October 22 - December 11 2010 The Underground Lounge 952 W. Newport Ave. Buy tickets on our TICKETS page. Must be 21+ to attend. Check your theatre etiquette at the door and join us for the world

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- [Productions](https://filamenttheatre.org/?elementor_library=productions) - Buy Tickets Filament Theatre’s hit immersive experience for families is here for the holidays! FORTS is back! Once again, we’re turning Filament Theatre into a giant living room full of cardboard boxes. Lots and lots of boxes. Enter a world of play and creation as Filament Theatre transforms into a play-space for children and grown-ups to
- [Production Pages](https://filamenttheatre.org/?elementor_library=production-pages) - THINK FAST, JORDAN CHASE! is now extended! New performances added on April 22nd and 23rd at 2pm! Ticket available now! × a magical new play where you choose what happens next BUY TICKETS Think Fast, Jordan Chase! travels through space and time. Follow Jordan Chase as she navigates the difficulties of making a decision that
- [Show Page](https://filamenttheatre.org/?elementor_library=show-page) - Give our GATHER cottages a new home! By making a special donation to Filament Theatre during our matching gift campaign, one of the original cottages used in our play can be yours. Only 6 cottages are available! Learn more. a play about finding our way back together BUY TICKETS When their town goes into a
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- [Header-agency](https://filamenttheatre.org/?elementor_library=header-agency) - Filament TheatreWhere families come to play About Filament Mission + Values Our Team Contact Us Work With Us Rentals Ways to Help at Filament Board Application Production Archives FORTS! FORTS! Build Your Own Adventure FORTS: Adult Night Heart Strings Hannah and Halmoni Save the World Cloud Man Our Supporters Donate Calendar Tickets & Events Farewell

## Downloads

- [Lightbulb Lab Volume 6: Make Your Own Magic!](https://filamenttheatre.org/download/lightbulblab-v6/) - Want to add a little adventure to your at-home routine? Luckily we have everything we need to make magic happen in our very own homes!
- [Lightbulb Lab Volume 5: Home Library Comes to Life!](https://filamenttheatre.org/download/lightbulblab-v5/) - This week is all about taking inspiration from your very own bookshelf and bringing your favorite characters to life through imaginative play.
- [Lightbulb Lab Volume 4: This Is Not A...!](https://filamenttheatre.org/download/lightbulblab-v4/) - Theatre makers use their imaginations to transform one thing into another. A block of wood? Now it’s a set piece! A scrap of fabric? Now it's featured on stage as a prop! This week, we explore improvisation (or making things up without a script!) to challenge ourselves to be creative with things we already have: our bodies, our voices, our imaginations...and some household objects, too!
- [Lightbulb Lab Volume 3: Let's Go Outside!](https://filamenttheatre.org/download/lightbulblab-v3/) - Playgrounds are closed and the landscape of outdoor play has changed. This week, we’re exploring new ways to play outside, without any equipment. We’ll move our bodies, activate our imaginations, and get our cooped up energy out. Spring is finally here, and we’re gonna make the most of it!
- [Lightbulb Lab Volume 1: Dispatches from the Future](https://filamenttheatre.org/download/lightbulb-lab-v1/) - This week, we're using our imaginations to bend time and space. What will we think about this period when we're in the future looking back? What would someone from the past think about the present? How can we travel without leaving our homes? We've got five main activities - plus a whole bunch of bonus activities. So jump in your time machine and let's get exploring!
- [Lightbulb Lab Volume 2: Household Histories](https://filamenttheatre.org/download/lightbulblab-v2/) - Shelter-in-place is full of challenges for people of all ages. Young people may find their routine of school, play, and friends disrupted. Older relatives or folks living alone may feel lonely, disconnected, or disappointed to miss out on time with rapidly growing young family members. This week, we will explore interview techniques to help bridge this gap, and connect young people with their relatives in a new way.

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