The Fenlands

Photo by Joe Mazza. First things first: what is a fen? A fen is a wetland saturated by freshwater rivers that have passed through mineral… Read More

In Conversation: Director Vanessa Stalling

Associate Director of Marketing Camille Oswald interviewed Director Vanessa Stalling about her approach to Fen, and the… Read More

Ron OJ Parson is the Chicago Tribune’s 2022 Chicagoan of the Year for Theater

Ron OJ Parson Ron OJ Parson has had a banner year. A few weeks ago, he received the 2022 Zelda Fichandler Award from the Stage Directors and… Read More

‘Tis the Season for Engagement

The Civic Actor Studio (CAS) is ringing in the holiday season with cheer! On Friday, December 9th, the Civic Actor Studio… Read More

Ron OJ Parson Honored with the Zelda Fichandler Award

Ron OJ Parson by Joe Mazza. We are utterly thrilled to announce that Ron OJ Parson, Court’s Resident Artist, is the… Read More

Audiences Herald THE ISLAND As “Riveting”

Ronald L. Conner and Kai A. Ealy by Michael Brosliow. With a full house and a rapt audience, opening night for The Island was a success!… Read More

Culture and Region as Told Through Props: THE ISLAND 

Court’s Properties Manager (and general stage wizard) Lara Musard provides a brief overview of some of the props that enrich The… Read More

Behind the Scenes: Scenic and Costume Design of THE ISLAND

Photograph by Joe Mazza. As part of his creative process, Athol Fugard – one of the co-creators of The Island, alongside John Kani and… Read More

Learning Guide: The Island

Ronald L. Conner and Kai A. Ealy by Joe Mazza. Check out these resources and classroom activities to prepare students to see… Read More

Post-Show Discussion Activity

Ronald L. Conner and Kai A. Ealy by Joe Mazza. In this activity, students will have the opportunity to select three discussion questions they find… Read More