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The Firewriters Ensemble Presents – REFLECTIONS & REFORM

Illinois Youth Center - Chicago 136 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for the Firewriters Showcase Presentation of REFLECTIONS & REFORM. The Firewriters ensemble will be presenting original poetry, music, and narratives centered around the idea of “making choices” and reflecting on the outcomes or consequences of those choices. We challenged our participants to express the inner conflict they experience and, in the process, to […]

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Firewriters Musical: I AM NOT YOUR HOMIE (POSTPONED)

Illinois Youth Center - Chicago 136 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

The Firewriters production of I AM NOT YOUR HOMIE is currently postponed. 

Miquan is turning 18, and is facing some serious crossroads. His father is incarcerated, his friends are claiming opposing gangs, he is being recruited to sell drugs, and the women in his life are facing physical obstacles that will undoubtedly change his life. His childhood best friend is in trouble and needs his help, and Miquan feels the push to take the road most traveled, at least in his neighborhood. Join us as we journey through Miquan's path towards his future.

Firewriters 2nd Staged Reading: IF I PUT MYSELF IN DANGER (3 of 3)

Illinois Youth Center - Chicago 136 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

If you missed their staged reading in June - or saw it and want to see how the show is progressing - don't miss the second staged reading, titled IF I PUT MYSELF IN DANGER. All residential Storycatchers performances take place on-site, in the juvenile detention centers.  You will be sent a confirmation email once […]

Firewriters 2nd Staged Reading: IF I PUT MYSELF IN DANGER (2 of 3)

Illinois Youth Center - Chicago 136 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

If you missed their staged reading in June - or saw it and want to see how the show is progressing - don't miss the second staged reading, titled IF I PUT MYSELF IN DANGER. All residential Storycatchers performances take place on-site, in the juvenile detention centers.  You will be sent a confirmation email once […]

Firewriters 2nd Staged Reading: IF I PUT MYSELF IN DANGER (1 of 3)

Illinois Youth Center - Chicago 136 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

If you missed their staged reading in June - or saw it and want to see how the show is progressing - don't miss the second staged reading, titled IF I PUT MYSELF IN DANGER. All residential Storycatchers performances take place on-site, in the juvenile detention centers.  You will be sent a confirmation email once […]

“The Angry Monster Inside” Preview (3 of 3) – Dec 16th

Illinois Youth Center - Chicago 136 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

To overcome his tragic childhood, James uses anger management techniques to keep The Angry Monster Inside at bay. Now he must convince his friends to use them too. Will Isaiah accept his basketball suspension over the lure of drugs and easy licks? Will Rayvon persevere in the classroom rather than join a gang? Will James be able to convince himself to stay the course after yet another family tragedy?

This story is in remembrance and tribute to Sarge, an ensemble member recently lost to violence whose personal story inspired much of this production.

“The Angry Monster Inside” Preview (2 of 3) – Dec 14th

Illinois Youth Center - Chicago 136 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

To overcome his tragic childhood, James uses anger management techniques to keep The Angry Monster Inside at bay. Now he must convince his friends to use them too. Will Isaiah accept his basketball suspension over the lure of drugs and easy licks? Will Rayvon persevere in the classroom rather than join a gang? Will James be able to convince himself to stay the course after yet another family tragedy?

This story is in remembrance and tribute to Sarge, an ensemble member recently lost to violence whose personal story inspired much of this production.

“The Angry Monster Inside” Preview (1 of 3) – Dec 13th

Illinois Youth Center - Chicago 136 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

To overcome his tragic childhood, James uses anger management techniques to keep The Angry Monster Inside at bay. Now he must convince his friends to use them too. Will Isaiah accept his basketball suspension over the lure of drugs and easy licks? Will Rayvon persevere in the classroom rather than join a gang? Will James be able to convince himself to stay the course after yet another family tragedy?

This story is in remembrance and tribute to Sarge, an ensemble member recently lost to violence whose personal story inspired much of this production.

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