Books on the Chopping Block at DePaul University Theatre School
Dates: 10/6/2025
📍 Theatre: DePaul University Theatre School
City Lit Theater
2350 N. Racine Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: 7732933682
Tickets: Free
60-minute program of readings of short excerpts from the top ten most frequently challenged books of 2024, accompanied by background on each book, including the reasons for their challenges. The readings will be performed by actors Eulalia Jane, Noelle Klyce, Jeffery Gougis, and Norine McGrath; and will be followed by audience discussions.
The 2025 performance schedule for BOOKS ON THE CHOPPING BLOCK
Monday, October 6 – 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
DePaul Theatre School, Lobby
2350 N. Racine Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
Tuesday, October 7 - 6:30 PM
Wilmette Public Library
1242 Wilmette Ave.
Wilmette, IL 60091
Wednesday, October 8 - 7:00 PM
Northbrook Public Library
1201 Cedar Lane
Northbrook, IL 60062
Saturday, October 11 - 2:00 PM
Chicago Public Library, Edgewater Branch
6000 N Broadway
Chicago, IL 60660
News About Books on the Chopping Block at DePaul University Theatre School
City Lit to Present Annual BOOKS ON THE CHOPPING BLOCK
August 28, 2024 City Lit Theater Company, in association with the American Library Association (ALA)’s Office of Intellectual Freedom, will again present BOOKS ON THE CHOPPING BLOCK during BANNED BOOKS WEEK. Learn more about the events!
City Lit Theater to Present Excerpts from Top Challenged Books for Banned Books Week
September 14, 2023 Discover the power of literature as City Lit Theater showcases excerpts from the top challenged books of the year. Join us for a thought-provoking event in observance of Banned Books Week.
City Lit Theater Will Celebrate 'Banned Books' Week
September 16, 2022 City Lit Theater Company, in association with the American Library Association's Office of Intellectual Freedom, will again present BOOKS ON THE CHOPPING BLOCK, a celebration of BANNED BOOK WEEK, September 18-22, at various locations in and around Chicago.About the Theatre
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