Ron OJ Parson is the Chicago Tribune’s 2022 Chicagoan of the Year for Theater Resident Artist Ron OJ Parson has been recognized as the 2022 Chicagoan of the Year for Theater
‘Tis the Season for Engagement The Civic Actor Studio prepares for the holidays with a celebratory pop-up choir!
Ron OJ Parson Honored with the Zelda Fichandler Award Ron OJ Parson receives the 2022 Zelda Fichandler Award.
Audiences Herald THE ISLAND As “Riveting” "Profoundly moving" and "courageous" - reviewers are loving THE ISLAND!
Culture and Region as Told Through Props: THE ISLAND Properties Master Lara Musard offers a behind-the-scenes look at the props that enrich THE ISLAND.
Behind the Scenes: Scenic and Costume Design of THE ISLAND Learn about the background, context, and creative decisions informing the costume and set designs of THE ISLAND.
Learning Guide: The Island Find resources for educators to prepare for, and debrief, the production of THE ISLAND with students.
Post-Show Discussion Activity In this round robin discussion, students choose questions about THE ISLAND that are most interesting to them to discuss in small groups.
Pre-Show Chalk Talk Activity This Chalk Talk will guide students as they consider themes and ideas explored in THE ISLAND.
Student Vocabulary Activities: Colonialism To prepare for THE ISLAND, check out these two vocabulary activities around the word “colonialism.”
