Discover Black Arts in Chicago
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DuSummer Music Series 2026
DuSummer Music Series 2026 at DuSable Museum starting June 25th through September 17th! Come and enjoy great vibe with Outdoors in the Courtyard Plaza with Live Music, Food Trucks, Full Bar. This event is Free to the Public. You can reserve seating RSVP today. Tables are available for Purchase (table purchases are non refundable). For Rain Days we bring the event indoors. Bring in your lawn chair. No outside beverages allowed. FREE ADMISSION.
George Clinton: Mothership
Mariane Ibrahim is pleased to present Mothership , George Clinton's first solo exhibition with the gallery, on view from July 25 to September 5, 2026. Centering on the iconic spacecraft that in 1976 transformed Parliament-Funkadelic concerts into interstellar journeys, the exhibition coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Mothership : a visionary creation that, in Clinton’s words, took “the ’hood into outer space.” Occupying the center of the gallery is The Mothership (2026), a monumental sculpture created specifically for this exhibition. Together, the paintings, sculpture, and ephemera reveal that the Mothership has never been simply a concert prop or a relic of music history, but a visual language in which cosmic travel becomes synonymous with Clinton’s music and performances.
For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf
Written by Ntozake Shange | Directed by Donn Carl Harper | Produced by eta Creative Arts Foundation Black girl magic is reborn at eta in this fearlessly new, fiercely now reinvention of Ntozake Shange’s iconic work. In this celebration of the power of Black womanhood, eight women share their stories and find strength in each other’s humor and passion through a fusion of poetry, dance, music, and song that explodes off the stage and resonates with all. For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf is one of the most influential and groundbreaking works in American theater history. Join us as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of this iconic work. Performance Schedule: Fridays: 7:00 PM Saturdays: 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sundays: 2:00 PM & 6:00 PM Ticket Prices: General Admission: $40 | VIP Seating: $50 | Senior Discount: $30 | Preview Shows (July 30 & 31): $20
Fridays on the Green
Experience the beauty of music and culture at the Black Ensemble Theater's Intercultural Music Festival. This event takes place on Friday nights and features amazing performances from talented musicians. Best of all, it's free and open to the public. Join us and be immersed in a celebration of diversity, community, and music.
XL Film Fest 2026
XL Film Fest 2026 is a multi-day celebration of film and storytelling featuring screenings, workshops, panels, and community events across various venues in Chicago, including the Chicago Cultural Center, David Rubenstein Forum, and the Obama Presidential Center.
Solo Exhibit of Theila Burts "All Eyes on Her"
Catch Theila Burts showing off her bold new pieces in a solo exhibit that’s all about fierce vibes and fresh art. Join us on August 21, 2026 at 6 pm (Central Time) for an inspiring in-person event showcasing the captivating solo exhibit by Theila Burts titled "All Eyes on Her". This remarkable exhibit invites you to experience the powerful artistic vision of Theila Burts up close and personal. Don't miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the creativity and depth of Theila Burts' work at the renowned Gallery Guichard. Celebrate art and culture in a vibrant setting where every detail commands attention.