SHOWS

Hallowed Halls: On Stage!

Presented by The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Barrel of Monkeys

Saturday, October 31
10:00 AM — 1:30 PM
Chicago Cultural Center
FREE

The Chicago Cultural Center celebrates Halloween with theater ensemble Barrel of Monkeys in a full day of interactive workshops and performances for families.

Theater professionals will train young trick-or-treaters to be their very best costumed character. The fun and educational activities include a mask and costume accessory-making craft, a playwriting and acting workshop, and a hilarious performance by Barrel of Monkeys.

All of the HALLOWED HALLS activities are free and open to all families. Activities are recommended for children ages 7-12, and all young participants should be accompanied by an adult. Participants are welcome for the entire schedule or for individual activities listed below.

10am: Mask and Costume Making
Rotunda
Missing an important accessory for your costume? Teaching artists will show you how to make your own mask, crown, or animal ears. Get into character wearing you new creation.

11am: Playwriting and Acting Workshop with Barrel of Monkeys
G.A.R. Hall
Join Barrel of Monkeys and your costumed friends in an interactive writing and acting workshop. Together, you will write a short play, rehearse, and perform for your friends and family. Use your costumes and newly created accessories for inspiration.

12:30pm: Performance by Barrel of Monkeys
Claudia Cassidy Theater
Theater ensemble Barrel of Monkeys will perform a special Halloween version of their critically acclaimed play That’s Weird, Grandma.

Barrel of Monkeys (BOM) is an arts education theater ensemble that works with some of the most under-served students in Chicago. BOM achieves its mission by teaching fundamental creative writing skills; providing a safe and supportive learning environment; building self-esteem and confidence in children; adapting stories written by children for the stage by professional actors; and presenting a smart, funny theatre experience.