Name: Midnight Circus In The Parks
Start: 2026-09-18T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Tallmadge Park

Tallmadge Park

Experience the magic of Midnight Circus as they celebrate 20 years of world-class performances. Join The Actors Gymnasium for an unforgettable, family-friendly event filled with spectacle and community spirit in the heart of Evanston. Showtimes are: Friday, September 18th at 7pm, Saturday, September 19th at 2pm &amp; 5pm, and Sunday, September 20th at 2pm. Get your tickets before it's too late!!

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Midnight Circus In The Parks

Experience the magic of Midnight Circus as they celebrate 20 years of world-class performances. Join The Actors Gymnasium for...

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An estranged biracial couple must confront their feelings about race and bias after their son is detained by the local police following a traffic stop incident. 
The story unfolds over a single night as Kendra, a Black mother, desperately seeks answers about the whereabouts of her teenage son, Jamal, who has gone missing after an encounter with the police. As tensions escalate, Kendra is joined by her estranged white husband, Scott, and their clashing perspectives expose deep-seated issues of race, privilege and systemic bias.
Set in a Florida police station, American Son is a gripping tale of two parents caught in our national divide, with their worst fears hanging in the balance. This tense and emotionally charged drama is a compelling exploration of contemporary social issues.
American Son&nbsp;takes place&nbsp;September 18 through October 4, 2026, on Thursdays, Fridays,&nbsp;Saturdays and Mondays&nbsp;at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays&nbsp;at 2:30 p.m. at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.friendshipcommunityplace.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Friendship Community Place</a>, 5150 N Northwest Highway, Chicago, IL 60630.&nbsp;There will be a preview performance on Thursday, September 17 and an understudy performance on Monday, September 28.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1997503997227" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Tickets are pay-what-you-will</a>, with an average donation of $25. Audience members who are financially able to donate more help offset the cost for those who can’t afford to give. For the preview performance on Thursday, September 17, the suggested donation is $15. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1997503997227" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">G.E.T. your tickets now!</a>

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American Son (Preview)

An estranged biracial couple must confront their feelings about race and bias after their son is detained by the local police...

Friendship Community Place, 5150 N Northwest Highway, Chicago, IL 60630

An estranged biracial couple must confront their feelings about race and bias after their son is detained by the local police following a traffic stop incident. 
The story unfolds over a single night as Kendra, a Black mother, desperately seeks answers about the whereabouts of her teenage son, Jamal, who has gone missing after an encounter with the police. As tensions escalate, Kendra is joined by her estranged white husband, Scott, and their clashing perspectives expose deep-seated issues of race, privilege and systemic bias.
Set in a Florida police station, American Son is a gripping tale of two parents caught in our national divide, with their worst fears hanging in the balance. This tense and emotionally charged drama is a compelling exploration of contemporary social issues.
<a href="https://www.ghostlightensemble.com/american-son" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">American Son</a>&nbsp;takes place&nbsp;September 18 through October 4, 2026, on Thursdays, Fridays,&nbsp;Saturdays and Mondays&nbsp;at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays&nbsp;at 2:30 p.m. at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.friendshipcommunityplace.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Friendship Community Place</a>, 5150 N Northwest Highway, Chicago, IL 60630.&nbsp;There will be a preview performance on Thursday, September 17 and an understudy performance on Monday, September 28.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1997503997227" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Tickets are pay-what-you-will</a>, with an average donation of $25. Audience members who are financially able to donate more help offset the cost for those who can’t afford to give. For the preview performance on Thursday, September 17, the suggested donation is $15. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1997503997227" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">G.E.T. your tickets now!</a>

Local Event: American Son

American Son

An estranged biracial couple must confront their feelings about race and bias after their son is detained by the local police following a traffic stop incident. 
The story unfolds over a single night as Kendra, an African American mother, desperately seeks answers about the whereabouts of her teenage son, Jamal, who has gone missing after an encounter with the police. As tensions escalate, Kendra is joined by her estranged white husband, Scott, and their clashing perspectives expose deep-seated issues of race, privilege and systemic bias.
Set in a Florida police station, American Son is a gripping tale of two parents caught in our national divide, with their worst fears hanging in the balance. This tense and emotionally charged drama is a compelling exploration of contemporary social issues.
<a href="https://www.ghostlightensemble.com/american-son" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">American Son</a>&nbsp;takes place&nbsp;September 18 through October 4, 2026, on Thursdays, Fridays,&nbsp;Saturdays and Mondays&nbsp;at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays&nbsp;at 2:30 p.m. at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.friendshipcommunityplace.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Friendship Community Place</a>, 5150 N Northwest Highway, Chicago, IL 60630.&nbsp;There will be a preview performance on Thursday, September 17 and an understudy performance on Monday, September 28.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1997503997227" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Tickets are pay-what-you-will</a>, with an average donation of $25. Audience members who are financially able to donate more help offset the cost for those who can’t afford to give. For the preview performance on Thursday, September 17, the suggested donation is $15. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1997503997227" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">G.E.T. your tickets now!</a>

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