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A Raisin in the Sun
Invictus Theatre Company is proud to present Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin in the Sun. Set on Chicagos South Side in the 1950s, this 20th Century classic portrays the divergent dreams and conflicts within three generations of an African American family. When her deceased husbands insurance money comes through, Mama Lena dreams of moving to a new home and a better neighborhood in Chicago. Her son Walter Lee, a chauffeur, has other plans: buying a liquor store and being his own man. Daughter Beneatha dreams of medical school. The familys heroic struggle to retain dignity in a harsh and changing world is a searing and timeless document of hope and inspiration.
A Raisin in the Sun
By Lorraine Hansberry
Directed by Aaron Reese Boseman
Featuring: Cheryl Frazier (Lena Younger), Michael Lewis (Walter Lee Younger), Nyajai Ellison (Ruth Younger), Ashley Joy (Beneatha Younger), Keith Surney (George Murchison), Jo Schaffer (Joseph Asagai), Nelson Simmons (Travis Younger for 2/15 - 2/17 and all Thursday, Friday, and Saturday performances), Amir Henderson (Travis Younger for 2/13, 2/14 and all Sunday and Monday performances outside of 2/17), Lewis Jones (Bobo), Courtney Gardner (Mrs. Johnson), and Jake Busse (Karl Lindner).
Understudies: Keisha Yelton-Hunter (Lena, Mrs. Johnson), Barry Irving (Walter Lee, Bobo), Marlene Slaughter (Ruth), Jimiece Gilbert (Ruth), Xavier Dorsey (George, Joseph), Chuck Munro (Karl Lindner)
Design and Production Team: Kevin Rolfs (Set/Properties Designer), Rueben Echoles (Costume Designer), Warren Levon (Sound Designer), Michael J. Wright (Lighting Designer), Christie Chiles Twillie (Composer), Ian R. Q. Slater (Dialect Coach), Arlicia McClain (Stage Manager), Kate McDuffie (Associate Stage Manager), Charles Askenaizer (Production Manager, Artistic Director), Glenn Thompson (Fight/Intimacy Choreographer), Kristen Glover (Movement Choreographer)
Performances 2/17/20 - 3/15/20 Thursday-Saturdays and Mondays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 3pm
Previews are 2/13/20 - 2/15/20 at 7:30pm and 2/16/20 at 3pm
All performances take place at The Buena (4147 N. Broadway Chicago, IL 60613)
We look forward to seeing you at the show! Due to the small size of our theater, we are unable to guarantee late seating, and no refunds will be given due to arriving late to the performance. If arriving past the show's 7:30pm or 3pm start time, you may need to wait until intermission to be sat. If you are driving, please be aware that parking around the theater can be tricky. Patrons have found parking apps such as Spot Hero helpful in the past, and have advised leaving plenty of time to find a spot if not using an app to reserve a spot.
Please note: The Buena theater is accessible for patrons with accessibility needs. If you are in need of tickets that require accessible seating, you may purchase tickets through BrownPaperTickets, but please call us at 773-570-0649 or email us at marketing@invictustheatre.com for personalized service. Leave your name, a phone number where we can reach you, and the date on which you will be joining us, and we will get back to you promptly.
At Invictus Theatre Company our mission is to create theatre that promotes a better understanding of language: its poetry, its rhythm, its resonance; through diverse works by diverse artists. We respect the power of heightened language: spoken, written, sung; to express the breadth of the human condition. We work to harness the power of language: to promote diversity, to engender respect, to foster collaboration; and to empower our communities to share their voices.
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LocationThe Buena at Pride Arts Center (View)
4147 N Broadway
Chicago, IL 60613
United States
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| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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