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Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company Unveils New Partnerships With Howard University and SMYAL
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2026

Howard University and the Supporting and Mentoring Youth Advocates and Leaders (SMYAL) have announced a new partnership to support LGBTQ+ youth through theater. This initiative, set to launch in March 2026, aims to provide a platform for young artists to express themselves and promote inclusivity. The collaboration will include workshops, performances, and community engagement activities, focusing on empowering the participants and broadening the conversation around LGBTQ+ issues in the arts.

Howard University and Arena Stage Launch Second Year of Creative Arts Administration Internship Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025

The Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts at Howard University and Arena Stage are launching the second year of the Creative Arts Administration Internship Program, featuring students from the Theatre Arts Administration Program.

Cast Announced for THE DAYS ARE SHORTER, Opening at Pride Films & Plays Today
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2018

Full cast and crew have been announced for THE DAYS ARE SHORTER, by Evanston resident Corinne J. Kawecki. In Kawecki's play, to be directed by Pride Films and Plays company member Iris Sowlat, 53-year-old Julia is afraid of getting older. Despite attempts to recapture her youth, her body keeps reminding her of her advancing years. With the help of her younger female lover's magic act, Julia creates a new, magical life to help her accept the inevitability of aging by find out who is she is and who really needs her love.  The play was an entrant in Pride Films and Plays' annual "LezPlay" competition in 2016 and was produced by Queer Theatre Kalamazoo this past January.

Photo Flash: Pride Films and Plays Presents Chicago Premiere of THE DAYS ARE SHORTER
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2018

In THE DAYS ARE SHORTER, by Evanston resident Corinne J. Kawecki,  53-year-old Julia is afraid of getting older. Despite attempts to recapture her youth, her body keeps reminding her of her advancing years.

Cast Announced for THE DAYS ARE SHORTER, Opening at Pride Films & Plays 5/10
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2018

Full cast and crew have been announced for THE DAYS ARE SHORTER, by Evanston resident Corinne J. Kawecki. In Kawecki's play, to be directed by Pride Films and Plays company member Iris Sowlat, 53-year-old Julia is afraid of getting older. Despite attempts to recapture her youth, her body keeps reminding her of her advancing years. With the help of her younger female lover's magic act, Julia creates a new, magical life to help her accept the inevitability of aging by find out who is she is and who really needs her love.  The play was an entrant in Pride Films and Plays' annual "LezPlay" competition in 2016 and was produced by Queer Theatre Kalamazoo this past January.

Polarity Ensemble Theatre Closes TOM JONES Tonight, 4/29
by BWW News Desk - Apr 29, 2012

Polarity Ensemble Theatre, in association with Azusa Productions, closes the Midwest premiere of David Hammond's Tom Jones, adapted from Henry Fielding's novel, tonight April 29, 2012, directed by Maggie Speer.

Polarity Ensemble Theatre Presents TOM JONES March-April
by BWW News Desk - Mar 20, 2012

Polarity Ensemble Theatre, in association with Azusa Productions, will present the Midwest premiere of David Hammond's TOM JONES, adapted from Henry Fielding's novel, March 20 - April 29, 2012, directed by Maggie Speer.

Polarity Ensemble Theatre Presents TOM JONES March-April
by James T Harding - Feb 24, 2012

Polarity Ensemble Theatre, in association with Azusa Productions, will present the Midwest premiere of David Hammond's TOM JONES, adapted from Henry Fielding's novel, March 20 - April 29, 2012, directed by Maggie Speer.