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Spring Showcases - An Invention Convention

  • The Understudy 5531 North Clark Street Chicago, IL, 60640 United States (map)

Join A.B.L.E.’s Spring 2025 Sunday Ensemble for a one-night-only showcase.

Using a series of theatre games and activities, our Sunday Showcase Ensemble developed Inventor Characters and built unique creations that can solve everyday problems. At our Inventor’s Convention as we unveil high-tech gizmos like the Robo-matic and the Clown Canon designed to fill your every need…you might even get to invent something of your own!

Doors will open at 7:00 pm for check in. Seating for the performance is general admission, first come first served. We recommend arriving early to secure seating. The Understudy Cafe will be open before the performance offering coffee, tea and pastries for purchase.

ACCESSIBILITY AT THIS PERFORMANCE

  • Stream-text CART captioning to your mobile device

  • Dual ASL interpretation

  • Relaxed performance with sensory support tools

  • Wheelchair Access

  • Masks required for all attendees out of consideration for our immunocompromised community members

The Ensemble

Actors: Colin Baar, Jack Butler, Gabe Felshman, Samuel Floersheimer, Peter Grzeslo, Emily Kwidzinski, Maggie Leal, John Phelan, Kevin Smith, Eric Williams

Facilitators: Claire Buckley, Audrey Connelly, Haley Schroeck, Jenna Rapisarda, Sarah Haley, Liam Schlosser

Teaching Artists: Ariya Hawkins, Perry Hunt

A.B.L.E.’s 2024-2025 Season is partially supported by

…And by generous individuals like you!

If you would like to help us continue offering vital creative and social opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, click here to make a tax deductible donation.

Earlier Event: March 19
Professional Development: Digital Accessibility with Emma MacLean (CPACC)
Later Event: April 5
Spring Showcases - An Invention Cabaret

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