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Supporting Chicagoland theater artists in times of need.
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WHAT WE DO
The short-term emergency fund for Chicago’s theater community.
Season of Concern Chicago understands the difficulties that arise if a theater artist can’t work. That’s why we are proud to offer emergency financial assistance to Chicago theater makers in times of need.
Season of Concern was founded in 1987 to support Chicago theater practitioners afflicted with AIDS and AIDS-related illnesses. Thankfully as the AIDS crisis has become more manageable, we are able to expand our services to meet the day-to-day needs of theater artists who are impacted by any illness, injury or health related circumstance that prevents them from working.
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OUR VISION
A future where no member of the Chicagoland theater community suffers alone.
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Latest News
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E. Faye Butler receives Lifetime Achievement Award from the League of Chicago Theatres!
November 6, 2024Our great friend, E. Faye Butler recently received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the League of Chicago Theatres. It was presented to her by her good friend, (and ours) Cheryl Lynn Bruce. E. Faye has been a huge advocate for Season of Concern fo...
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Kathryn Lamkey, Remembered
October 15, 2024Season of Concern is sending loving thoughts to the family of Kathryn V. Lamkey, longtime Central Regional Director of the Actors’ Equity Association’s Chicago office. After a long illness, and surrounded by family, Ms. Lamkey passed away on Octo...
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BUCKETS OF LOVE PROJECT!
October 15, 2024Fill our buckets with overflowing love! This is the time of year when many Chicago Theatres host audience collections for Season of Concern! We encourage you to attend a show and support our fundraising efforts with your donation. Look for our signag...
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A Christmas Carol, Goodman Theatre
HOW WE HELP
The Biscotto-Miller Fund
Created to remember and honor local stage manager, Tommy Biscotto, and actor J. Pat Miller—two early casualties of the AIDS epidemic.
The Malcolm Ewen Emergency Fund
Created to remember long time Season of Concern board member and beloved Production Manager, Malcolm Ewen.
So the show can go on…
We can’t predict when the unexpected will happen. Sometimes that wish to “break a leg” turns into a prophecy. But if you are a theater practitioner in the Chicagoland area, on stage or behind the scenes, and in sudden need, Season of Concern is here to help.
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Who can apply?
Season of Concern Chicago supports members of Actors’ Equity Association, as well as Non-Equity theater makers. If your name appears in a local theater program, you’re eligible to apply for short-term financial assistance.
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Events
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FREE Event to Learn About Our Grant Giving Options for Theatre Makers!
Attention Theatre Leaders! Did you know that any theatre worker in an emergency financial situation can apply for assistance from Season of Concern? We Invite you to a FREE event on March 11 at 4pm to learn about financial grants that assist Chicagol...
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THE DIVAS ARE BACK AND ARE ROCKIN’ IT FOR SEASON OF CONCERN!
Season of Concern and She Inspires Productions presents this one-night-only benefit concert for Season of Concern features the outstanding talents of Chicago’s Leading Ladies, who have been seen, and celebrated, on professional stages throughout th...
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Beautiful City Project presents BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CITY as a benefit for Season of Concern on October 30!
We couldn’t POSSIBLY be more excited to bring you THIS cast, performing THIS show. If you don’t know this musical, check out the cast album on Spotify or YouTube, and see for yourself what kind of time you’re in for. BRIGHT LIGHTS, ...
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