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The Most Sensational, Inspirational, Celebrational, A.B.L.E.-tational VARIETY SHOW!

  • The Fasseas Studio at The Menomonee Club 1535 N Dayton St Chicago, IL, 60642 United States (map)

Our newly formed adult ensemble takes to the stage for the first time ever!

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Pull up a chair and get to know our adult ensemble in this unique cabaret performance. These 7 actors with Down syndrome and other developmental differences will share their diverse skills and interests in a mix of everything from Shakespeare to completely original scenes.

CAST:

Martin Conway*, Andrew Kosnik, Emily Kwidzinski, Matthew Lachappelle*, Emily Lavin, Jake Solworth*

FACILITATORS:

Lawrence Kern, Aaron Latterell*, Katie Yohe

Earlier Event: October 8
Frantic Assembly Residency Performance
Later Event: December 17
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