Jackie Taylor News

Black Ensemble Theater And Northeastern Illinois University Partner On OUR WORLD

by A.A. Cristi — April 29, 2024

Discover the exciting collaboration between BLACK ENSEMBLE and NEIU, bringing innovative theatrical experiences to the Chicago stage.

Andrew Lippa's WILD PARTY Will Return For Four Shows at Jaxx Theatre

by Stephi Wild — March 12, 2024

Jaxx Theatricals has announced their 17 Year Anniversary Extension of Andrew Lippa's Wild Party as part of the Jaxx Theatre's Grand Re-Opening in their new home on Wednesday, March 27th through March 30th, 2024.

Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago Reveals Winners of the 23rd Annual Black Excellence Awards

by Stephi Wild — November 8, 2023

The nonprofit Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago has announced the winners of its 23rd Annual Black Excellence Awards, honored Monday night in a festive celebration at Black Ensemble Theater.

Jackie Taylor's THE OTHER CINDERELLA to be Presented at Black Ensemble Theater

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 23, 2023

BLACK ENSEMBLE THEATER will conclude its 2023 season with the holiday favorite, THE OTHER CINDERELLA, written and directed by Jackie Taylor.

African American Arts Alliance Rebrands as the Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 10, 2023

Discover the Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and showcasing Black artists.

Black Ensemble Extends A TASTE OF SOUL Through October 29

by A.A. Cristi — October 5, 2023

Black Ensemble Theater extends the hit musical revue 'A Taste of Soul' written and directed by Daryl D.

Goodman Theatre Will Host PEARL CLEAGE FESTIVAL Beginning This Month

by Stephi Wild — September 1, 2023

Chicago celebrates the depth and breadth of Atlanta’s Poet Laureate with a first-ever citywide festival, featuring the centerpiece production The Nacirema Society, directed by Lili-Anne Brown at Goodman Theatre, plus concurrent readings, workshops and special events.

African American Arts Alliance Of Chicago Names First New President In 25 Years, Presents Black Arts Month Programs In October

by Stephi Wild — August 22, 2023

The nonprofit African American Arts Alliance of Chicago has announced Charlique C.

Black Ensemble Theatre's FRIDAYS ON THE GREEN Return July 21

by A.A. Cristi — July 7, 2023

Black Ensemble Theater kicks off the return of its smash-hit summer series “Fridays on the Green” on Friday, July 21 on the Black Ensemble lawn at Clark and Sunnyside.

Black Playwrights Initiative Festival Set For Next Month

by Stephi Wild — June 29, 2023

Black Ensemble Theater’s Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor has announced the 2023 Black Playwrights Initiative (BPI) Festival, July 11-15, 2023 at Black Ensemble Theater.

Black Ensemble Announces 2023 Season Featuring REASONS: A TRIBUTE TO EARTH, WIND AND FIRE & More

by Chloe Rabinowitz — November 18, 2022

Black Ensemble Theater’s has announced their 2023 Season of Excellence: REJUVENATION.

Black Ensemble To Produce World Premiere Of BLUE HEAVEN

by Stephi Wild — October 12, 2022

Black Ensemble Theater's Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor concludes the 2022 Season of Excellence: The Season of Healing and Joy with the world premiere musical Blue Heaven, written and directed by Producing Managing Director Daryl D.

Black Ensemble Theater to Present LEGACY GALA 2022: REJOICE, RESTORE & REJUVENATE in October

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 15, 2022

The acclaimed Black Ensemble Theater, led by Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor, will celebrate 46 years of theater excellence in Chicago with its Legacy Gala 2022: Rejoice, Restore and Rejuvenate.

22nd Annual Black Excellence Awards Nominations Announced

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 6, 2022

The Board of Directors of the African American Arts Alliance, and the Black Excellence Awards Committee have announced the nominations for the 22nd Annual Black Excellence Awards.

Photos & Video: First Look at MY BROTHER LANGSTON World Premiere at Black Ensemble Theater

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 30, 2022

Black Ensemble Theater’s is continueing the 2022 Season of Excellence: The Season of Healing and Joy with the world premiere of My Brother Langston, written and directed by Rueben D.

Black Ensemble Theater to Complete Free Outdoor Summer Music Series FRIDAYS ON THE GREEN This Week

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 26, 2022

Black Ensemble Theater will round out its summer series ‘Fridays on the Green’ this coming Friday on the Black Ensemble lawn at Clark and Sunnyside.

Black Ensemble To Begin GRANDMA'S JUKEBOX, May 21

by A.A. Cristi — May 9, 2022

Black Ensemble Theater’s Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor continues the 2022 Season of Excellence: The Season of Healing and Joy with the world premiere of Grandma’s Jukebox, written and directed by Michelle Reneé Bester.

Black Ensemble Theater Announces 2022 Black Playwrights Festival

by A.A. Cristi — April 13, 2022

Black Ensemble Theater’s Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announces the 2022 Black Playwrights Festival from April 26-30, 2022, featuring works by Viola Bennett, Jill Ross, Lillian Mitchum, Reginald Williams and Dwight Neal, curated and directed by Black Ensemble Producing Managing Director

Courtney Reed to Receive LEADING ARTIST AWARD

by Marissa Tomeo — March 3, 2022

The Sarah Siddons Society is set to present its 2022 Leading Artist Award to Broadway star Courtney Reed, who is currently leading the North American tour of the Tony Award-winning musical, Moulin Rouge.

Black Ensemble Theater Begins 2022 Season With IT'S JUST LIKE COMING TO CHURCH

by Stephi Wild — February 22, 2022

Black Ensemble Theater’s Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor kicks off the 2022 Season of Excellence: The Season of Healings with the world premiere of Jackie Taylor’s It’s Just Like Coming to Church (Welcome to The Church of YOU).