It's Primary Election Day in Illinois! Don’t miss your opportunity to be heard ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Chicago voters: check out our Voter Resource Guide for info about where to vote, how to drop off your mail-in ballot, voting rights, & more: www.flipsnack.com/americanblue...

Tickets are on sale now for Blue Bash: Mardi Gras! Join us on Saturday, April 4 for our annual party, featuring scrumptious NOLA bites, specialty drinks, live music & performances, live & silent auctions, dj, and dancing. Learn more & get tickets: americanblues.wufoo.com/forms/m1xw6q...

Join us on Tues, March 17 @ 6:30pm for a *free* virtual Q&A with members of the "Come Back, Little Sheba" cast, moderated by director Elyse Dolan. This virtual event is free to attend, but advanced registration is required! RSVP now: americanblues.wufoo.com/forms/zfsymo...

Early voting is underway for the 2026 Primary Election. Don't miss your opportunity to be heard going into the fall's midterm elections. Check out our informational guide to learn more about voting deadlines & details for Chicago voters: www.flipsnack.com/americanblue...

Critics & audiences agree: "Sheba" soars! Only 31 seats available per show. Many performances are nearly full. Grab your tickets now: americanbluestheater.com/come-back-little-sheba/ 📸 Michael Brosilow

Critics & audiences are raving about "Come Back, Little Sheba"! Don't miss this intimate & explosive production: americanbluestheater.com/come-back-little-sheba 📸 Michael Brosilow

Come Back, Little Sheba is Reader Recommended! "Stirring & soulful."

"Come Back, Little Sheba" is highly recommended by the Chicago Tribune!! www.chicagotribune.com/2026/02/13/r...

"Come Back, Little Sheba" is one of the Chicago Sun-Times' top picks for things to do in Chicago! This weekend is waitlist-only, but limited tickets still remain for the rest of the run. chicago.suntimes.com/things-to-do...

Block Club Chicago named "Come Back, Little Sheba" as one of their top picks to see this February! Read more: blockclubchicago.org/2026/01/28/6...

We're thrilled to announce the cast of William Inge's "Come Back, Little Sheba", directed by Elyse Dolan. Visit our website to see the full cast list & learn more: americanbluestheater.com/come-back-li...

The Rubber Banned Book Club is kicking off the new year by reading "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes in January & February. Register for our free book club to join the discussion & hear excerpts read by our incredible artists:

Thank you for making 2025 possible! We can't wait to share what we're working on next.

Next up at American Blues: don’t miss this “in-your-face”, intimate staging in the Studio, starring award-winning ensemble members Philip Earl Johnson & Gwendolyn Whiteside. "Come Back, Little Sheba" tickets are on sale now! Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/come-back-li...

Happy closing to the cast, crew, & creative team of the 2025 production "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" Thank you to everyone who celebrated the holiday season with us! 📸 Michael Brosilow

Only 5 shows left! Don't miss the 24th annual production of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" 🔔 Must close Dec 28: americanbluestheater.com/2025-its-a-w... 📸 Michael Brosilow

Now in its 24th year! "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" is a beloved tradition, featuring a stellar cast, Foley effects, live music, & a don't'-miss-pre-show. There are only 9 more chances to see this warm holiday favorite 🔔 🎟️ americanbluestheater.com/2025-its-a-w... 📽️ Marty Higginbotham

Today @ 1:00pm: join the American Blues family for our annual holiday party! Seasonal bites, specialty drinks, live performances, trivia, & more ❄️ Limited walk-up tickets available at the door! Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/11/17/2...

The American Sign Language-interpreted performance of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago" is tomorrow - Friday, Dec 5. Use code ACCESS when purchasing your tickets: americanbluestheater.com/2025-its-a-w... 📸: Michael Brosilow

Today only: get $10 off tickets to "Come Back, Little Sheba" and "Always...Patsy Cline" with code word CYBER 💻 Grab your tickets now at AmericanBluesTheater.com *Not combinable with other offers. Valid for online purchases only.*

Black Friday Sale! Get 50% off tickets for "Come Back, Little Sheba" and "Always... Patsy Cline" with code word FRIDAY. Give the gift of theater this year! 🎁 Buy tickets at AmericanBluesTheater.com *Not combinable with other offers. Valid for all purchases made through Nov 30.*

Join us for our annual holiday party, featuring live music, trivia, prizes, delectable bites, signature cocktails & more! All funds benefit artists' wages. Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/11/17/2...

Audiences love "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" 🎄 The holiday classic is onstage now through December 28. 🎟️ americanbluestheater.com/2025-its-a-w... 📸 Michael Brosilow

Happy Veterans' Day from all of us at American Blues Theater. Honor a veteran in your life with a "Bravery Bulletin" during the 2025 production of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/21/2...

📣 Last call for early bird prices for "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" Beginning tomorrow, prices will raise for select performances. Grab your tickets now: tickettailor.com/events/americanbluestheater/1879011 Photo by Michael Brosilow

Seeking nominations for the Bravery Bulletin! During each performance of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!", we honor one person who has shown remarkable courage in the face of challenge. The honor includes 2 complimentary tickets! americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/21/2025-bravery-bulletin

Performances of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" begin in less than 3 weeks! For almost 25 years, we've treated audiences to a live retelling of the Frank Capra classic in a 1940s radio broadcast tradition. Tickets on sale now: tickettailor.com/events/americanbluestheater/1879011

The 2025 Halloween Boo Bash is today from 4pm - 7pm 🎃 Limited tickets still available (and there's still time to donate!) Swing by and join us for a spook-tacular afternoon! Learn more: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash

Our Halloween Boo Bash is one of Axios' top picks for "Where To Celebrate Halloween This Weekend" www.axios.com/local/chicag...

We can't wait to see your costumes at the 2025 Halloween Boo Bash!! There are prizes to be won & fun to be had for all ages 👻 Grab your tickets & join us for a Halloween party this Sunday: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash

The 2025 Halloween Boo Bash is right around the corner!! Don't miss this all-ages costume party featuring karaoke, campfire stories, pumpkin carving, trick-or-treating, & more 🎃 Join us on Sunday, October 26: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2025-halloween-boo-bash

Today is Indigenous Peoples' Day: a day to recognize the resilience and diversity of Indigenous Peoples in the United States. Learn more about Indigenous Peoples' Day & explore additional resources from the National Museum of the American Indian:

Did you know that it's Banned Books Week? In the "Rubber Banned Book Club" we read, discuss, and advocate for banned books' *bounce back* into circulation 📚 This month & next, we're reading "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" by Ken Kesey. americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/09/o...

You’re invited to our annual, costumed Halloween fundraiser! Join us on Sunday, Oct 26 for an afternoon of killer karaoke, pumpkin carving/painting, campfire stories, seasonal bites/drinks, & more 👻 Buy tickets or donate: americanbluestheater.com/2025/10/02/2...

Happy closing to the cast & crew of "Things With Friends"! Congratulations on a fantastic run ✨ Photo by Michael Brosilow

It's a two-show day at "Things With Friends" ✌️ This thrilling dark comedy must close TOMORROW! Don't miss it: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends

A delicious deal for "Things With Friends" 🥩 You can purchase $25 rush tickets in-person at the theater beginning one hour before curtain (subject to availability) Come join us for the final weekend! 📸 by Michael Brosilow

Playbill talked to playwright Kristoffer Diaz and director Dexter Bullard about the "Things With Friends" 🍷 Only 5 more chances to see this world premiere!! playbill.com/article/in-t...

Tickets are on sale now for the next two shows in our 40th Anniversary Season: 🔔 24th annual "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" (Nov 21 - Dec 28) 🏠 "Come Back, Little Sheba" staged in our intimate studio (Feb 6 - Mar 22) Both shows will sell out! Grab your tickets at AmericanBluesTheater.com

Only 5 shows left! The world premiere of "Things With Friends" by Kristoffer Diaz MUST close Sunday 🍷🥩 Tickets: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends Photo by Michael Brosilow

Tonight: join Suzy Petri & friends for a night of cabaret to celebrate the changing season! A limited number of tickets will be available for sale at the door. The lobby opens at 6pm, and the show begins at 7pm.

We're dancing into the weekend 💃 Kristoffer Diaz's "Things With Friends" must close October 5! Tickets: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-friends

Artistic Affiliate Maya Lou Hlava will be taking over our Instagram this week for a behind-the-scenes look at "Things With Friends"! Follow us on Instagram to see her updates: www.instagram.com/american_blu...

The raves for "Things With Friends" keep coming! Don't miss this thrilling dark comedy by Kristoffer Diaz - onstage through October 5 only 🍷🥩 Tickets: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-... Photo by Michael Brosilow

Cheers to the weekend! 🍷 Grab your tickets to "Things With Friends" & join us for a dinner party unlike any other... 🎟️ americanbluestheater.com/things-with-...

A full-bodied “Twilight Zone” blend with notes of "Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" — "Things With Friends" is an unforgettable night of theater from award-winning playwright Kristoffer Diaz. 🎟️ americanbluestheater.com/things-with-... 📸 Michael Brosilow

Join us on Monday, Sept 29 as Ensemble member Suzy Petri & friends sing the songs to bring in the falling leaves and autumnal hues in her "September Songs" cabaret. Tickets on sale now: americanblues.wufoo.com/forms/z1868b...

Only 3 weeks left to catch this thrilling dark comedy from Kristoffer Diaz (Tony Award nominee, Pulitzer Prize finalist)! 🍷🥩 "Things With Friends" must close Oct 5: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-... 📸 Michael Brosilow

CBS News interviews playwright Kristoffer Diaz about "Things With Friends"! www.cbsnews.com/chicago/vide...

Audiences & critics agree: "Things With Friends" is a must-see world premiere! 🍷🥩 Now playing through Oct 5: americanbluestheater.com/things-with-... 📸 Michael Brosilow