Here is a site that has the US budget broken down into readable PDfs. Check it out and see where we are spending a trillion three more than we are taking in.
Would You Partner with Us?
June 8, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Provision Theater Company was started more than five years ago by Tim Gregory, a 10-year veteran of Chicago Shakespeare, to be a theater that performs high-quality, equity-affiliated works of “hope, reconciliation and redemption; works that challenge us to explore a life of meaning and purpose”. He gathered a group of people who believed in that vision and set off on a journey, hoping one day to land a permanent home. Along the way, Provision Theater has worked hard to develop a legacy of excellence and has been acclaimed by the Chicago Theater community with six Joseph Jefferson Award nominations in just its first five years! This is some of the finest Chicago theater productions you will see.
Now, we have leased the former Chernin Center for Performing Arts theater at the former Duncan YMCA at 1001. N. Roosevelt and are beginning the process of getting it back into performance shape with paint, new lights, sound, carpet, curtains, etc and frankly, we need your help to build out the space and begin our sixth season in September.
We have a new home and we are looking for adventurous partners who love theatre and believe in our mission of “…producing works of hope, reconciliation, and redemption.”
Why Should You Partner With Provision through a Tax-Free Donation?
Many organizations just ask you to contribute your money. We want your passion and ideas. We want people who believe in our mission, who believe in good theater who want to be a part of what we are doing here in Chicago. Click here to make an on-line donation– $25, $50, $100, or more , whatever the amount, we are looking for people to partner with us!
Talkback Sessions
Have you always wondered how theater gets put together? Join as a Provision Associate Partners and you can watch a technical rehearsal and talk with the director. Wanna show off the great new theater you’ve found to your friends? Sponsoring Partners can bring friends to any of our final dress rehearsals.
Open House Benefit
Please join us for “Embracing a Future of Hope” our Open House Celebration, Friday, June 12, starting at 6:00 pm with appetizers and refreshments. The Celebration will be held at our new performance space, located at
1001 W Roosevelt Rd
Chicago, IL 60608
The evening will include a lively performance at 7:30 pm, tours of the facility, and a reception. In addition, you will hear news about our upcoming 2009-10 season as well as our new Embracing a Future of Hope Partners Program.
We look forward to seeing you there!
A Great Five Minute Lesson on Leadership
June 6, 2009 By Leave a Comment
John U. Bacon, a lecturer in U-M’s history department and Michigan Today’s sportswriter, won the 2009 Golden Apple Award at Michigan, given by U-M students for great teaching. Watch this video of his “ideal last lecture”—and his spot-on imitation of coach Schembechler. Around 1980, Bo was faced with a tough leadership issue — listen to how he faced it and mentored one of his captains.
Provision Theater’s Open House Fundraiser – June 12
June 5, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Provision Theater Company will be hosting an Open House Celebration benefit on June 12 to showcase their new facility, a 200-seat theater complex at 1001 W. Roosevelt. Doors will open at 6:00 pm for refreshments and tours with a special performance at 7:30 pm. The evening will end with a live auction and full reception at 8:30 pm. The fundraiser event is open to the public and tickets are $50. There is free parking at the facility. (yoo hoo! — a rarity in Chicago).
Please think about attending or buying tickets as a donation– this is the kind of theater that needs to be supported in Chicago.
Anyone interested in tickets can buy them right online at www.provisiontheater.org or by calling 800-838-3006. “This Open House benefit will be very lively and fun.” said Gregory, “The show will include pieces from our previous shows along with performances from some of the top talent in Chicago, including Provision Company Members Susan Moniz, Brad Armacost and Alaric (Rokko) Jans.”
Provision Theater Company recently signed a four year lease for the theater complex, includes a 200 seat theater, scene shop, dressing rooms, box office, and administrative offices. “We are very excited about this important step for Provision Theater.” said Tim Gregory, Provision’s founder and Artistic Director, “Having a long term lease with this incredible facility will provide us with a solid base of operations from which to grow our organization. We are also looking forward to becoming an integral part of our new South Loop neighborhood.”
Provision Theater is a professional, Equity-affiliated theater that has produced 10 shows since 2005 at various venues around Chicago. In that time they have received numerous Joseph Jefferson Award Nominations for Best Actor in a Musical (COTTON PATCH GOSPEL and A CHRISTMAS CAROL), Best Actress in a Principle Role (BEAST ON THE MOON), Best Supporting Actress in a Musical (THE SPITFIRE GRILL), Best Solo Performance (C.S.LEWIS ON STAGE), Best New Adaptation (A CHRISTMAS CAROL) . The theater’s mission is to “…produce works of hope, reconciliation, and redemption; works that challenge us to explore a life of meaning and purpose.”
Did You Know? Free Concerts Starting Tonight – June 2
June 2, 2009 By Leave a Comment
The Chicago Park District puts on free concerts all summer long? — this one is tonight (6-2-09) at Welles Park (lincoln and montrose) and features the Hoyle Brothers. Get more info at Free Things to Do in Chicago
Celebrating another summer of free music under the stars, the Chicago Park District’s Concerts in the Park series continues its song with more than 100 live free concerts on Chicago’s North Side through the end of summer. Concerts in the Park musical styles range from classical and jazz to big band and pop, offering something exciting for all ages.
From salsa and reggae, to gospel and jazz, the Park District’s Concerts in the Parks
series offers Chicago families a fun, affordable way to spend an evening in their own community. Bring a lawn chair or blanket but prepare to dance and sway the night away. All concerts are FREE!
“Concerts in the Park is a great opportunity for families to grab a picnic basket and blanket and head to their local park to enjoy more of their summertime outdoors,” said North Region Manager Matt Marino. “The Park District has been able to continually expand its number of concerts each season because of the strong financial support of local community groups.”
Hoyle Brothers (country & honky tonk free concert)
Date: 06/02/09
Start Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Schedule Notes: Co-sponsored by: Ald. Gene Schulter, Welles Park Advisory Council, School of Rock, Martyrs Restaurant & Pub, Metro, & W.P.P.A. Baseball
Cost: free
Location : Welles Park (info)
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