More than just a zombie classic, this Halloween staple shows how fear itself can be the real monster.

Kicking off , acclaimed podcast Vibe Check returns to The Ford stage to explore the poetry and politics of the genre and more. Described as your “favorite group chat come to life,” the weekly podcast, hosted by audio-journalist Sam Sanders, poet Saeed Jones, and theater producer Zach Stafford, takes on the news and culture of […]

Rachael Price (vocalist for Lake Street Dive) and Vilray Bolles (Brooklyn-based guitarist and songwriter) conjure 1930s and ’40s swing as Rachael & Vilray. The jazz duo weaves enchanting spells with timeless songs of passion and whimsy that evoke the era of Fats Waller, Peggy Lee, and Johnny Mercer with a wink of modern wit. “She […]

Poet and community activist Faith Santilla leads a soulful and empowering celebration of music and culture inspired by the solidarity formed between Filipino and Mexican workers during the California labor movement of the 1960s. Headlining the evening is Joe Bataan, the iconic “King of Latin Soul.” Born and raised in Spanish Harlem to Filipino and […]

DIRECT ADDRESS is theater as discourse. It is a celebration of the First Amendment and an experiment in making art out of the present tense. DIRECT ADDRESS is an appeal to your imagination and a gathering in the heart of the storm. Cornerstone Theater Company has commissioned a group of local artists to make works for public spaces […]

Sonido Galio Negro & E Arenas Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with a night of lysergic music and visual art performed and illustrated live.

Celebration with Bang on a Can All-Stars, Gyan Riley and special guests

An unforgettable night of straight lyrical heat!  This isn't your average poetry night. Flypoet brings only the best of the best, think Grammy nominees, HBO-featured artists, and national spoken word champs, all hittin' the mic with bars that'll blow your mind and vibes that’ll lift your soul. Experience this high-energy mashup of raw art, killer […]

With special guest Bobby Rush

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