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Join us for this hilariously chaotic new satire, written by Ensemble Member Atra Asdou and directed by Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient, Dalia Ashurina. Iraq, But Funny follows five generations of Assyrian women attempting to reclaim their story as it’s being narrated by some British guy. Marching through time and space, this journey from the Ottoman Empire to modern-day U.S.A. is filled with history, family, dysfunction, razor-sharp wit, and off-the-wall humor, culminating in a riotous reckoning you won’t want to miss!

Staged Reading of a new play that highlights a young writer's struggle with their inability to live up to and fit in with societal expectations of gender, strength, and masculinity.

American fashion designer Roy Halston Frowick known to the world simply as Halston, is down on his luck. He's packing up his chic-as-hell Olympic Tower office for reasons he doesn't want to discuss. To make matters worse, Elizabeth I is knocking on his door. Yes, Elizabeth I, whose reign as Queen of England spanned from 1558 to 1603. But it's 1984 in New York City. All that time spent at Studio 54 might be starting to catch up to the King of Minimalism's brain. Elizabeth I demands that Roy (who hates being called that) make her a new gown to (she lets out a singular cough) die in. Oh, and she needs it by the end of the day, even though he seems to be in the midst of a breakdown. He takes her money and agrees, and the unlikely pair moves forward with the design of a lifetime. That is until Halston has to help his best friend, Liza Minnelli, with her new act. Any questions?

Ready to earn a merit badge for laughter? Welcome to Camp Whatsitsname, the completely improvised comedy where summer camp comes to life on stage! Conceived by Chicago favorites Sophia Brazda (Second City) and Edgar Nevarez (The Annoyance), this pitch-perfect musical jamboree is in tents! Featuring an ensemble of the city’s finest musical comedians, this incredible performance blends off-the-cuff scenes with campfire songs, questionable crafts and surprises around every corner. Pack some bug spray and get ready for s’more fun than you can handle—it’s the best night of camp you’ll never forget!

Bring a picnic and a blanket to Lake Forest Open Lands for another Citadel outdoor summer extravaganza full of music and fun that your whole family will enjoy together!

A new play with music that imagines a secret society of women that supports and promotes each other’s talents in the same way secret societies have provided powerful networks for men.