Playmakers Laboratory Theatre, Chicago, IL Videos

🎭Learn to fly physically, emotionally, and creatively at the Actors Gymnasium Circus School theatre Company! ❤️Don’t miss out on this silent auction item and many others at this year’s Celebration of Authors Gala & Fundraiser being held at: the @explorenmma National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen 1852 W 19th st Chicago IL, 60608 on June 14th from 6:30pm-10:30pm. 💜💚💜💚💜💚💜💚💜💚💜💚💜💚💜💚💜 Didn’t get your tickets to the Playmakers Gala & Fundraiser yet? 😯 #clickthelinkinbio to purchase gala tickets 🎟️🎟️ We hope to see you there ! 🎉🎉 #everyideaisagoodidea #playmakerslaboratory #arteducation #teachingartists #chicagopublicschools #creativewriting #fundraiser #playmakerslab#galaseason

⭐️This Friday!! What’s the BEST way to support creative writing for Chicago’s youth?! 💃🏻Come on out and party with us at our Celebration of Authors Gala & Fundraiser! Silent Auction! Games! Food + Drinks! Open Bar for adult guests! 360 Photo Booth! and a show featuring stories from this year’s PML students! 🎟️ TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE LINK IN OUR BIO! 🎟️ 🤩🥳🤩SEE YOU THERE! 🤩🥳🤩

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Tag yourself! Will you be dressing FANCY or SCHMANCY on Friday?! 🤩 Our big FUNdraiser is only a few days away and we still have tickets to share! Visit https://tinyurl.com/24authors for tickets or to scope out our FABULOUS silent auction prizes – bid from anywhere!

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🦀 ❤️ 🦀 ❤️ 🦀 We Love Our Supporters The Way Ally from Dawes School Loves Snow Crab! 🦀 ❤️ 🦀 ❤️ 🦀 In this next story you'll get an idea of what you truly mean to Playmakers Laboratory as we sing: 🎶🎵 You'll always be a part of me I'm part of you indefinitely Boy don't you know you can't escape me Ooh darling 'cause you'll always be my favorite 🎶🎵 As we bid farewell to the old year and welcome in the new, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who has supported Playmakers Laboratory throughout the year. 🙏❤️ Your contributions have made a significant impact on the lives of these young minds, empowering them to explore their creativity, develop their writing skills, and discover their unique voices. 🌈🖋️ 🫶🏽 💖 🫶🏽 THERE IS STILL TIME TO DONATE TO HELP US REACH OUR GOAL!🫶🏽 💖 🫶🏽 💙 CLICK THE LINK IN THE BIO TO DONATE & THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT 💙 CRAB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (It’s snow crab) By Ally B. Dawes School It was the best thing I had ever put in my mouth ever. And I had put a lot of things in my mouth. Snow crab in lemon butter sauceso tender, buttery, hard to get open though. None of my family members loved it as much as I did. They had ordered 2 pounds. Slow down ally, my mom said I was literally shoving it down my throat mmm. I had eaten about a pound and a half now. I was getting full The crab settled nicely in my stomach and I was getting ready for dessert. For Dessert: a Chocolate sundae, the best thing next to crab at red lobster (uh uh) #playmakerslaboratory #arteducation #creativewriting #everyideasisagoodidea #thatsweirdgrandma #chicagotheatre #playmakerslab #endofyeargifts #supporthearts #chicagoartist #neofuturism #chicagoyouth #chicagopublicschools #chicagotheaters #chicago #tya #youththeatre #artsed #chicagoplays #fundraising

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🖋️🌟 Calling all supporters of arts education 🎨✨ We invite you to join us in making a difference in the lives of students in Chicago public schools through Playmakers Laboratory's creative writing programs. 📚🎭 By donating to Playmakers Laboratory, you can help ensure that these young minds have access to the transformative power of storytelling and self-expression. 🌈📝 Click the link in the BIO to donate 🫶🏽 thank you so much for your support and generosity 🙏🏾 ❤️ 🎄🌟 We hope Santa brings you everything you want for Christmas but sometimes getting everything you want is not always what its cracked up to be. Alice knows this all too well in the story: THE UNKNOWN BABY by Ina J., Graham Elementary School ❤️ Once there was a baby name Alice she was a spoiled girl she got everything she wanted but she has a flaw ‘christmas” why was it her flaw? Santa Claus never brings her presents one day she got a present it’s it’s a “baby”!!!!!!! Alice fainted how what was was she going to do then she got a note from Santa dear Alice this is you when you were a baby you cried, and wanted gold everything gold. Then Alice… THE END. #playmakerslaboratory #arteducation #creativewriting #everyideasisagoodidea #thatsweirdgrandma #chicagotheatre #playmakerslab #endofyeargifts #supporthearts #chicagoartist #neofuturism #chicagoyouth #chicagopublicschools #chicagotheaters #chicago #tya #youththeatre #artsed #chicagoplays #fundraising

Monica’s Special Christmas Eve
Donate today and help Playmakers Laboratory continue to inspire and empower the next generation of storytellers.Your support will help provide resources, workshops, and performances that inspire and uplift young voices. To make a tax-deductible donation click the in the BIO. 🙏 Thank you for your generosity and for being a part of this incredible journey. Together, we can make a difference and empower young people to share their unique perspectives with the world. 🌎✨ Enjoy a story from one of our students entitled : MONICA’S SPECIAL CHRISTMAS EVE by Freda H South Loop Once upon a time there was a girl named Monica. Monica was in first grade and was very bad at geography. One day she received a letter from Santa. It said: Dear Monica, You are invited to a party at my workshop. On the night of Christmas Eve, a reindeer will pick you up. But, you have to tell the reindeer where to go. Love,Santa PS. There is an indoor swimming pool which is pretty warm. “Wow, I must pack warm clothes and a swimsuit,” Monica said. During the middle of Christmas Eve she heard a bell ringing. “That must be Santa’s reindeer,” Monica said. Monica dressed up and got onto a sleigh. “Now which way shall we go,” the reindeer asked. “My teacher told us to memorize South is up, East is left, North is down and West is right, so we have to go South which is up.” It took a long time to get to Santa’s workshop because Monica got all mixed up. When they finally arrived the party was already over. “I missed the party,” Monica sobbed. “I saved some toys and a piece of cake for you.” “Yay,” Monica cheered. The End. playmakerslaboratory #arteducation #creativewriting #everyideasisagoodidea #thatsweirdgrandma #chicagotheatre #playmakerslab #endofyeargifts #supporthearts #chicagoartist #neofuturism #chicagoyouth #chicagopublicschools #chicagotheaters #chicago #tya #youththeatre #artsed #chicagoplays #fundraising

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📣 📣 IT'S FINALLY HERE! 📣 📣 The opening night of That's Weird, Grandma Is Back! 🤩 Just In Time For The Holidays! Featuring holiday story classics like Monica's Special Christmas Eve! And meet new characters like Jerry The Tooth Bunny! Get your tickets at the link in the bio for this limited run! YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT. ☃️ ❤️ ☃️ 🎄 🌟 🎄That's Weird, Grandma Is Back! Just In Time for The Holidays 🎄🌟 🎄 🎭 🎭 🎭 @ The Neo-Futurist Theater 5153 N. Ashland Ave, Chicago IL 🎭 🎭 🎭 December 8 @ 7pm 🌟 December 9 @ 2pm 🎁 December 10th @ 2pm 🎅 December 16th @ 2pm 💕 December 17th @ 2pm ☃️ Can't make it to the show? We will miss you! Please consider making a tax deductible donation to Playmakers Lab so that we can continue to provide creative spaces for students in CPS schools. Click the link in the bio to donate and thank you so much for your support and generosity 🫶 💕 🫶 💕 #playmakerslaboratory #arteducation #creativewriting #everyideasisagoodidea #thatsweirdgrandma #chicagotheatre #playmakerslab #endofyeargifts #supporthearts #chicagoartist #neofuturism #chicagoyouth #chicagopublicschools #chicagotheaters #chicago #tya #youththeatre #artsed #chicagoplays #fundraising #supportartseducation #tistheseasonofgiving #storiesmatter

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We are only ONE day away from the opening night of "That's Weird, Grandma Is Back! Just In Time for the Holidays! TICKETS ARE SELLING FAST! CLICK THE LINK IN THE BIO TO GET YOURS TODAY 🎟️ 🌟 🎟️ 🌟 🎟️ 🌟 🎟️ 🌟 AND HAPPY CHANNUKAH! 🕎 ❤️ 🕎 ❤️ 🎄 🌟 🎄That's Weird, Grandma Is Back! Just In Time for The Holidays 🎄🌟 🎄 🎭 🎭 🎭 @ The Neo-Futurist Theater 5153 N. Ashland Ave, Chicago IL 🎭 🎭 🎭 December 8 @ 7pm 🌟 December 9 @ 2pm 🎁 December 10th @ 2pm 🎅 December 16th @ 2pm 💕 December 17th @ 2pm ☃️ Can't make it to the show but would still like to support Playmakers Lab? Please click the link in to bio to make a tax-deductible donation and support PML's programs,. Every dollar counts and brings us one step closer to a future where every story matters. 🌟 Please enjoy the video of a story entitled Dear Hidolya 🕎 💕 DEAR HIDOLYA By Ingrid P. & Eviatar H., Skinner North Classical School Dear Hidolya, My favorite holiday is Channukah. (Han-ik-a). We eat latkes, gelt, matzo ball soup, and we get presents. Channukah is mainly about how the Jews burned oil that was supposed to last one day, but it lasted eight! – Ingrid Dear Hidolya, The way you celebrate Hanukkah is to invite all your family and eat sufganiyot (jelly-filled pastries with powdered sugar on top) and latkes (potato/sweet potato pancakes). We light menorahs ( a 8 in 1 candle holder) and we – Eviatar (From Earth, 3rd planet, TU solar system, 11, 4, 15. THE END. #playmakerslaboratory #arteducation #creativewriting #everyideasisagoodidea #thatsweirdgrandma #chicagotheatre #playmakerslab #endofyeargifts #supporthearts #chicagoartist #neofuturism #chicagoyouth #chicagopublicschools #chicagotheaters #chicago #tya #youththeatre #artsed #chicagoplays #fundraising #supportartseducation #tistheseasonofgiving #storiesmatter

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You could be Ariana Grande and get your purse stolen by a troll at Starbucks this weekend, (I know, tempting) OR you can come watch the highly anticipated, limited run of: 🎭 🌟 That's Weird, Grandma Is Back! Just In Time For The Holidays! 🎭 🌟 Grab your tickets now at the Link in the Bio! Also enjoy the video of a story called "Ari's Crazy life" and you can read ther story at the end of this post. Thank You! NEXT 💅 🎄 🌟 🎄That's Weird, Grandma Is Back! Just In Time for The Holidays 🎄🌟 🎄 🎭 🎭 🎭 @ The Neo-Futurist Theater 5153 N. Ashland Ave, Chicago IL 🎭 🎭 🎭 December 8 @ 7pm 🌟 December 9 @ 2pm 🎁 December 10th @ 2pm 🎅 December 16th @ 2pm 💕 December 17th @ 2pm ☃️ If you can't make it to the show Please consider donating to Playmakers Lab so that we can continue to provide creative spaces for students in CPS schools. Click the link in the bio to donate and thank you so much for your support and generosity 🫶 💕 🫶 💕 Ari’s Crazy Life By Machenzie, Anthony, Symone, Nijeer, Faith, Chloe, Nevah, Brownlee, Austin Town Hall Park One day Ariana Grande was on tour in Alabama. She was going to New York next, while she was there, she met a unicorn named Bella Que Pasa. They decided to go to Target to get fruit, Starbucks, and to look for boyfriends. While in line at Starbucks, a big, stinky, blehhh troll came up and took Ariana’s purse. Bella Que Pasa said “Ahh! Why did you take the purse?” Ariana Grande started singing “thank you, next” and ran after the troll and got her purse back and bought her and Bella Que Pasa Hubba Bubba, material girl pink drinks, and they lived happily ever after. The End. #playmakerslaboratory #arteducation #creativewriting #everyideasisagoodidea #thatsweirdgrandma #chicagotheatre #playmakerslab #endofyeargifts #supporthearts #chicagoartist #neofuturism

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Did you know Playmakers Laboratory nearly closed down during the pandemic in January of 2022 but was saved by donors like you?! ❤️ 🫶 ❤️ 🫶 ❤️ The pandemic was brutal for many non-profits like Playmakers who receives funding from in-person instruction in schools and live performances which unfortunately were restricted during the shutdown. Staff members and supporters worked hard to organize an emergency fundraiser and it was donors like you that helped us keep our doors open. 🎁 Your gift, no matter the size, will make a significant impact on the lives of these young storytellers. To make a donation click out link in the bio and thank you so much for your generosity! Also, 🎭 🌟 That's Weird, Grandma Is Back! Just In Time For The Holidays! 🎭 🌟 Grab your tickets now at the Link in the Bio! 🎄 🌟 🎄That's Weird, Grandma Is Back! Just In Time for The Holidays 🎄🌟 🎄 🎭 🎭 🎭 @ The Neo-Futurist Theater 5153 N. Ashland Ave, Chicago IL 🎭 🎭 🎭 December 8 @ 7pm 🌟 December 9 @ 2pm 🎁 December 10th @ 2pm 🎅 December 16th @ 2pm 💕 December 17th @ 2pm ☃️ #playmakerslaboratory #arteducation #creativewriting #everyideasisagoodidea #thatsweirdgrandma #chicagotheatre #playmakerslab #endofyeargifts #supporthearts #chicagoartist #neofuturism

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The first agreement we teach students 📚 📝 in our Playmakers Lab writing workshops is: EVERY IDEA 💡 IS A GOOD IDEA 💡 And we think it is a good idea if you buy tickets to That's Weird ,Grandma Is Back! Just in Time for the Holidays 🎄 ☃️ 🎁 because we open this weekend! TICKETS AVAILABLE @ THE LINK IN THE BIO. 🎟️ ❤️ 🎟️ 🎄 🌟 🎄That's Weird, Grandma Is Back! Just In Time for The Holidays 🎄🌟 🎄 🎭 🎭 🎭 @ The Neo-Futurist Theater 5153 N. Ashland Ave, Chicago IL 🎭 🎭 🎭 December 8 @ 7pm 🌟 December 9 @ 2pm 🎁 December 10th @ 2pm 🎅 December 16th @ 2pm 💕 December 17th @ 2pm ☃️ Can't make it to the Show but would still like to support? 💕 We will miss you! Consider donating to Playmakers Laboratory so we can continue to offer a save space where student voices can be heard. CLICK LINK IN THE BIO TO DONATE & THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY 🫶 ❤️ 🫶 ❤️ #playmakerslaboratory #arteducation #creativewriting #everyideasisagoodidea #thatsweirdgrandma #chicagotheatre #playmakerslab #endofyeargifts #supporthearts #chicagoartist #neofuturism

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Happy Friday Y'all! 😎 If you have any Holiday parties planned for the weekend let this next story titled The Party by Amari, Marayah and Amiyah from Hamilton Park be a lesson to always double check that you have the dress with you. ❤️ 👗 ❤️ 👗 ❤️ The Party By Amari, Marayah, Amiyah, Hamilton Park Heather, Danielle, and Bella are going to a party. They are in high school. They went to meet their friends. Their parents don’t know. They ask, they say no. They decide to sneak out. They have to jump out the 2nd story window. They land, but they forgot the dress. They go back up but the parents catch them. They are grounded and their phones are taken away. The next day they apologize and say that they’ll do all the chores for the next month. They go to another party. The End. If you want to see more stories written by students and adapted by our amazing Playmakers Lab artists then don't miss out on this limited engagement of 🎭 🌟 That's Weird, Grandma Is Back! Just In Time For The Holidays! 🎭 🌟 Grab your tickets now at the Link in the Bio! 🎄 🌟 🎄That's Weird, Grandma Is Back! Just In Time for The Holidays 🎄🌟 🎄 🎭 🎭 🎭 @ The Neo-Futurist Theater 5153 N. Ashland Ave, Chicago IL 🎭 🎭 🎭 December 8 @ 7pm 🌟 December 9 @ 2pm 🎁 December 10th @ 2pm 🎅 December 16th @ 2pm 💕 December 17th @ 2pm ☃️ Can’t make it to the show but would still like to support Art Education? 📚 Consider making a tax-deductible gift to support Playmakers Laboratory's programs. With your help, we will continue to partner with young people to work toward a future in which everyone’s stories are heard. CLICK THE LINK IN THE BIO TO DONATE! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR GENEROSITY 🫶 💕 #playmakerslaboratory #arteducation #creativewriting #everyideasisagoodidea #thatsweirdgrandma #chicagotheatre #playmakerslab #endofyeargifts #supporthearts #chicagoartist #neofuturism #chicagoyouth #chicagopublicsc

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🥳 It's our very own Noah Appelbaum's Birthday! 🥳 Happy Birthday Noah 🎉 If you'd like to support Playmakers Lab and watch Noah perform alongside an amazing cast of Playmaker artists you can do so this December by coming to see our limited run of That's Weird, Grandma Is Back Just In Time For The Holidays! Featuring old and new tales crafted by young minds 📚 🎭 like the classic Monica's Special Christmas Eve and you're gonna want to meet our friend Jerry The Tooth Bunny! CLICK THE LINK IN THE BIO FOR TICKETS! 🎟️ ❤️ 🎟️ 🎄 🌟 🎄That's Weird, Grandma Is Back Just In Time for The Holidays 🎄🌟 🎄 🎭 🎭 🎭 @ The Neo-Futurist Theater 5153 N. Ashland Ave, Chicago IL 🎭 🎭 🎭 December 8 @ 7pm 🌟 December 9 @ 2pm 🎁 December 10th @ 2pm 🎅 December 16th @ 2pm 💕 December 17th @ 2pm ☃️ Can't make it to the shows but still want to support? We will miss you! Please consider making a tax-deductible donation and support Playmakers Lab Today! Every dollar counts and brings us one step closer to a future where every story matters. CLICK THE LINK IN THE BIO TO DONATE! Thank you so much for your generosity 🙏 ❤️ 🙏 ❤️ #playmakerslaboratory #arteducation #creativewriting #everyideasisagoodidea #thatsweirdgrandma #chicagotheatre #playmakerslab #endofyeargifts #supporthearts #chicagoartist #neofuturism #chicagoyouth #chicagopublicschools #chicagotheaters #chicago #tya #youththeatre #artsed #chicagoplays #fundraising #supportartseducation #tistheseasonofgiving #storiesmatter #givingtuesday

🌟 Happy Giving Tuesday, everyone! 🌟 Today is all about spreading love, kindness, and making a difference in the lives of others. 💙✨ Did you know 100% of classroom teachers reported improvement in creative writing among students participating in Playmakers Lab workshops?!! Playmakers Laboratory is dedicated to providing creative writing workshops to kids in Chicago public schools. 🖊️🌈 We believe in the power of storytelling and the impact it can have on a child’s imagination, confidence, and future success. By donating to Playmakers Laboratory today, we can help ensure that these workshops continue to inspire and empower young minds. 💪🌟 Imagine the joy on a child’s face as they discover their own unique voice, express their thoughts, and unleash their creativity through writing. 📝✨ By supporting Playmakers Laboratory, we are not only investing in their artistic development but also fostering a love for learning and self-expression. 🌟🎉 Every donation, no matter how big or small, can make a significant difference in the lives of these children. 🌈💙 So, let’s come together as a community and show our support for Playmakers Laboratory on this special day of giving. Together, we can help shape a brighter future for these young writers! 🌟📚 To donate or learn more about Playmakers Laboratory, Click the link in our bio Let’s spread the word and make a positive impact on the lives of these incredible kids! 🙌💙 Also be sure to mark your calendars and get ready to witness the magic of “That’s Weird, Grandma Is Back!” @ The Neo-Futurist Theater 5153 N Ashland ave. Chicago, IL 🎭✨ TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE LINK IN THE BIO 🎟️ ❤️ 🎟️ ❤️ December 8 @ 7pm ☃️ December 9 @ 2pm 🎅 December 10 @ 2pm 🎄 December 16 @ 2pm 🌟 December 17 @ 2pm 🎁 #GivingTuesday #PlaymakersLaboratory #InspireYoungMinds #DonateForACause #SpreadLoveAndKindness #arteducation #creativewriting #everyi

🌟 Happy Giving Tuesday, everyone! 🌟
Today is all about spreading love, kindness, and making a difference in the lives of others. 💙✨ Did you know 100% of classroom teachers reported improvement in creative writing among students participating in Playmakers Lab workshops?!! Playmakers Laboratory is dedicated to providing creative writing workshops to kids in Chicago public schools. 🖊️🌈 We believe in the power of storytelling and the impact it can have on a child’s imagination, confidence, and future success. By donating to Playmakers Laboratory today, we can help ensure that these workshops continue to inspire and empower young minds. 💪🌟 Imagine the joy on a child’s face as they discover their own unique voice, express their thoughts, and unleash their creativity through writing. 📝✨ By supporting Playmakers Laboratory, we are not only investing in their artistic development but also fostering a love for learning and self-expression. 🌟🎉 Every donation, no matter how big or small, can make a significant difference in the lives of these children. 🌈💙 So, let’s come together as a community and show our support for Playmakers Laboratory on this special day of giving. Together, we can help shape a brighter future for these young writers! 🌟📚 To donate or learn more about Playmakers Laboratory, Click the link in our bio Let’s spread the word and make a positive impact on the lives of these incredible kids! 🙌💙 Also be sure to mark your calendars and get ready to witness the magic of “That’s Weird, Grandma Is Back!” @ The Neo-Futurist Theater 5153 N Ashland ave. Chicago, IL 🎭✨ TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE LINK IN THE BIO 🎟️ ❤️ 🎟️ ❤️ December 8 @ 7pm ☃️ December 9 @ 2pm 🎅 December 10 @ 2pm 🎄 December 16 @ 2pm 🌟 December 17 @ 2pm 🎁 #GivingTuesday #PlaymakersLaboratory #InspireYoungMinds #DonateForACause #SpreadLoveAndKindness #arteducation #creativewriting #everyideasisagoodidea #thatsweirdgrandma #chicago