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That Black Ass Show Hosted by Rachel Slurrz

The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

Ready to close out Black History Month with a SICKENING SHOW?!? ‼️‼️‼️Join Rachel Slurrz as she hosts “That Black Ass Show” featuring some Chicago drag faves: Luv Ami Stoole, Trisha Can, and TiKi Vonté. You DONT want to miss this. Admission is Free but bring some coin to tip these baddies🔥 Hope to see you […]

A Conversation with the Authors:THE DANCE AND OPERA STAGE MANAGER’S TOOLKIT

The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

Don't miss this in-depth discussion on the experiences of seasoned stage managers Sue Fenty and Michele Kay following the launch of their new book The Dance and Opera Stage Manager's Toolkit: Protocols, Practical Considerations, and Templates. About the Book The Dance and Opera Stage Manager’s Toolkit details unique perspectives and approaches to support stage managers […]

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WE SENT HER TO THE SEA by Maddie Powell

The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

In eighteenth-century Europe - well, eighteenth-centuryish “Europe” - difficult women are sent to the seaside, where they are kept out of sight and out of mind. Five such women find themselves at The Sea, a remote treatment center spearheaded by the absurd Mr. Doctor (who may or may not have actually studied medicine?). From the […]

The Making of a Kween: A Conversation with Vichet Chum

The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

Celebrate Kween, the acclaimed debut YA novel by playwright and author Vichet Chum, with a special evening at The Understudy. Hosted by The Midwives Artistic Collective, the event features a lively conversation facilitated by The Midwives founder and artistic director Emily Ritger, with Vichet Chum, his creative “midwife” Thomas Murray, and Khemarey “Khem” Khoeun, advocate, […]

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Writer’s Night with Tori Rego: Fairy Tales, Folktales & Flights of Fancy

The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

Calling all writers of whimsy: join us for a writer’s workshop and learn how to write a fairy or folktale with Tori Rego.At once playful, frightening, comforting, timeless, and fickle, the genre of fairytale is constantly remaking itself. In this workshop we will explore the genres of fairytale and folktale in short form. Be prepared […]

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Midsommer Flight presents: Oh These Times! By Catherine the Great

The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

A play reading of Catherine the Great's satirical comedy directed by ensemble member Ebby Offord, translated by Lurana Donnels O’Malley.A play reading of Catherine the Great’s satirical comedy directed by ensemble member Ebby Offord, translated by Lurana Donnels O’Malley. If you’re looking for a satirical comedy where every character lives life in the panic lane […]

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the quiet part by Keegon Schuett

The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

In a shipping warehouse, three coworkers grapple with daily inspirational quotes as the unforgiving holiday season looms. In a shipping warehouse, three coworkers grapple with daily inspirational quotes as the unforgiving holiday season looms. Breaking her vow of silence, Cate invites Newton and Kyle to her small, cold home for Thanksgiving dinner. After devouring comfort […]

MIRAGE by Jeffrey Baker

The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

In the heart of Death Valley lies an award wining master-planned community. Don’t mind the protestors who come out every once in a while!Come visit the Oasis! Your next vacation destination or your next home!In the heart of Death Valley, CA lies an award wining master-planned community with a beautiful golf course, gorgeous natural wonders, […]