Blog - Court Theatre

In Conversation: Ron OJ Parson and Ayanna Bria Bakari

"This will be part of Court's lasting legacy." Hear from two of the artists bringing Theodore Ward's BIG WHITE FOG to life!

Staging the Clash of Ideologies in Depression-Era Black America

Garveyism. Communism. Integrationism. Capitalism. BIG WHITE FOG has got it all. (Warning - Contains spoilers!)

Fading Into Obscurity: Theodore Ward’s Big White Fog

BIG WHITE FOG skillfully incorporates politics and history into the domestic setting, paving the way for other classic family dramas. Production Dramaturg Khalid Long, PhD, explains how.

Court Nominated for 21 Jeff Awards

The most in our history! Explore the nominations, and join us in wishing our heartfelt congratulations to all the nominees.

Meet the Cast of Big White Fog

Say hello to the performers bringing Theodore Ward's South Side epic to life.

Leah Cox Appointed Director of Development

"To effectively fundraise, you must be passionate about the work" - meet Court's next Director of Development!

Avery Willis Hoffman Appointed Marilyn F. Vitale Artistic Director

“Like the ancient Greeks, I believe theatre belongs at the center of civic life, with the transformative power to illuminate human nature, challenge assumptions, and inspire resilience." Say hello to Court's next Artistic Director!

Learning Guide: An Iliad

Check out these resources for academics, enthusiasts, and educators to support your learning and viewing of AN ILIAD.

Pre-Show Activity

History lives in objects. Consider and write about an important personal artifact to better understand AN ILIAD and The Poet.

Post-Show Activity

What song should be sung for the last time? Brainstorm, write — and maybe sing! — that song in this activity complementing AN ILIAD.