“Our 24/25 Season showcases several tremendous plays that I am excited to bring to Raven. Our season includes the emotional- and witty- Chicago premiere of Martyna Majok’s IRONBOUND, the American classic A LIE OF THE MINDby Sam Shepard- whose work I’ve been wanting to produce for decades- and finally the world premiere of GORGEOUS by Keiko Green bringing some comedy to our stage next spring. In ushering in this new era of Raven Theatre, we are trying something new with the addition of two limited engagements. The first one -Philip Dawkins’ THE COMEDIANS – is the first staging of this Audible commission, and the second is dear to me -Chicago Children’s Theatre’s THE BEATRIX POTTER HOLIDAY TEA PARTY. Bringing family programming back to our stage is essential to our mission of connecting people to culture. We are also debuting new subscriptions and perks that will help ensure we can continue to provide the quality of work you enjoy on our stage. I hope you will laugh with us, think with us, feel with us … join us next season.”

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IRONBOUND

A CHICAGO PREMIERE
by Martyna Majok, Directed by Georgette Verdin 
At a bus stop in a run-down New Jersey town, Darja, a Polish immigrant cleaning lady, is done talking about feelings; it’s time to talk money. Over the course of 20 years, and three relationships, Darja negotiates for her future with men who can offer her love or security, but never both. Award-winning playwright Martyna Majok’s Ironbound is a darkly funny, heartbreaking portrait of a woman for whom love is a luxury—and a liability—as she fights to survive in America. Starring Lucy Carapetyan (Right to be Forgotten and Nice Girl) and directed by Georgette Verdin (Night Watch).

A LIE OF THE MIND

A REIMAGINED REVIVAL
by Sam Shepard, Directed by Azar Kazemi 
The full moon over the highway. A pay phone call in the middle of the night. And a terrible act of violence that forever changes the trajectory of eight people’s lives. Sam Shepard’s A Lie of the Mind follows two families, connected by marriage, as they grapple with the pain and fear of loving and living. Famous for his imagery, language, and tour-de-force roles for actors, Shepard’s plays dig deep into the ideas of family, destiny, and American idealism. Raven’s production, directed by Azar Kazemi, deepens the questions at the heart of the play by layering an Immigrant story on top of the already searing critique of the American Dream at the heart of this American Classic.

GORGEOUS

A WORLD PREMIERE
by Keiko Green
Jenny has a simple life; she takes care of the elderly and shows dogs professionally. When her just-a-little-bit-older boyfriend Bill dies in the middle of a dog show, all Jenny wants is to get rid of his stuff and continue to show his champion Bulldog, Gorgeous. But then his ex-wife, Bernie, shows up talking about taking back the house…and the dog. Amid the boxes of things that made up Bill’s life and rants about his shortcomings (both are numerous), Jenny and Bernie must find a way forward for themselves and the dog. This funny and complicated world premiere asks questions about forgiveness and accountability in the face of grief.

LOVE OBJECT

A STORY THEATRE PRODUCTION
by Justine Gelfman, Directed by Jasmine B Gunter
On the eve of Ramona’s sold-out stadium tour, her best friend and trusted assistant, Paula announces she is leaving to pursue her own artistry. Fearing the loss of her closest confidante, Ramona reveals that a sex tape she made is about to be released, tainting her image (and ticket sales) forever. Will Paula stay and clean up Ramona’s mess one more time or finally escape the oppressive celebrity machine for good? A contemporary adaptation of Euripides’ Hippolytus, the love object examines the hypersexualization of women celebrities, the power struggles of interracial friendship, and the tragedies of late-stage capitalism, all through the bubblegum veneer of an early 2000s pop superstar.

THE COMEDIANS

A LIMITED ENGAGEMENT
by Philip Dawkins, Directed by Colm Summers
Two comedians walk into a comedy club.. it’s the start of a bad joke and a serious relationship. Chauncy and Jose are both comedians and both working hard at the comedy grind, but when Jose’s career starts to take off, will Chauncy be left behind? Told through a series of hilarious stand-up sets, The Comedians examines the shifting dynamics of a relationship tested by fame. Originally commissioned by Audible, Raven’s production of this queer love story marks the first time the play will be staged for an audience.

THE BEATRIX POTTER HOLIDAY TEA PARTY

A LIMITED ENGAGEMENT
Presented by Chicago Children’s Theatre
Four favorite Beatrix Potter stories, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, The Tailor of Gloucestor, The Tale of Jeremy Fisher, and The Tale of Tom Kitten, come to life in this mesmerizing puppet show, complete with Potter’s original text and live, original music. Various instruments, such as mandolin, violin, toy piano, and banjo, create the score and melodies behind each story.  The set is filled with dynamic suitcases and trunks where levers are pulled and cranks are turned to reveal images that surprise and delight. Three charming performers interweave classic narration and puppetry with gentle interactive moments, recruiting the audience to join the adventure and encouraging young watchers to think about these iconic animal characters’ big emotions.

Our new season brings a new vision and new subscriptions! Patrons can subscribe to Raven’s 42^nd Season and save big. With three different subscription offers and various perks, patrons can save on season tickets while getting discounts on limited engagements, resident companies, special events, concessions, and more!

SUBSCRIPTION – $120

A groundfloor, anytime subscription for those looking to save on our 3-show season and access several perks.
Includes the following perks:

– 3 Season Tickets (20% discount)
– Priority Seating
– Discounts for Family & Friends
– NEW: Early Access & 10% Off Concessions

SUBSCRIPTION PLUS – $160

An upgraded subscription with more tickets and discounts for other events at Raven Theatre.
Includes Subscription perks, plus:

– 2 Additional Tickets (5 Total – 40% discount)
– 20% Off Raven’s Limited Engagements, Resident Productions, and Special Events 

SUBSCRIPTION FLEX – $200

The biggest, best deal for Raven’s Season. This package is perfect for couples, parties of two, or those wanting to bring a friend to a show.  
Includes Subscription Plus perks, plus:

– 1 Additional Ticket (6 Total – 60% discount)

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COMMON QUESTIONS

• ARE SINGLE TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE?
  Yes, however, tickets will only be on sale one month before a show’s first performance. Only subscribers and groups will be able to book their seats ahead of public ticket sales.
• WHAT ABOUT THE PREVIEW PLUS & UNDER30 SUBSCRIPTIONS?
  Raven’s next chapter includes more shows, more community, more engagements, more events, and more… more! A new structure calls for a new subscription model, while still having an option for folks to save on tickets while supporting Raven Theatre. Don’t worry, Preview Tickets and other discounts will still be available, though limited.
• WHY DID THE PRICES GO UP?
  Raven is dedicated to increasing pay for our artists and investing in improving the audience experience. While this means our overall subscription prices will go up, our base Subscription (formerly Anytime Subscription) will stay the same price!
• AREN’T SUBSCRIPTIONS OUTDATED? WHY NOT JUST BUY A TICKET?
  Our industry (and Raven) is no stranger to adapting to economic and societal shifts. This season we are making small changes as we adapt to our big goals. However, single ticket buyers won’t be able to purchase tickets until one month before the show. Between early access, discounts, and sold-out shows, subscribing is the way to go!