Discover Black Arts in Chicago
Explore exhibitions, performances, and cultural events happening across the city. Celebrate the vibrant legacy of Black creativity.
Upcoming Events (63)
Rhythm of Romance: Babyface & Anita Baker Collective
Rhythm of Romance: Babyface & Anita Baker Collective. A spectacular musical tribute to two of the greatest R&B artists of our time.
Men Of Soul
Written and Directed by Daryl D. Brooks. A fascinating musical journey featuring the music made famous by some of the greatest soul singers of all time. This uplifting, powerful celebration helps us understand the struggles of these men, and the strength it took for them to find their soul. Featuring the music of: Ray Charles, Luther Vandross, Lionel Richie, Jeffrey Osborne, Peabo Bryson, Joe Cocker, with a tribute to Bill Withers.
DuSummer Music Series 2026
DuSummer Music Series 2026 at DuSable Museum starting June 25th through September 17th! Come and enjoy great vibe with Outdoors in the Courtyard Plaza with Live Music, Food Trucks, Full Bar. This event is Free to the Public. You can reserve seating RSVP today. Tables are available for Purchase (table purchases are non refundable). For Rain Days we bring the event indoors. Bring in your lawn chair. No outside beverages allowed. FREE ADMISSION.
Solo Exhibition of Derrick Burnett "For the Culture"
Dive into Derrick Burnett’s world with his latest art that’s all about celebrating culture and creativity. For the Culture explores identity as both resistance and restoration, presenting self-definition as a powerful, ongoing process shaped by histories of displacement, adaptation, and cultural healing.
Amplify Series Six (AS6) Film Screenings
Experience AS6 on the big screen. Join us for a feature-length film of the eight filmed Series Six finalist plays. Submissions for Amplify Series Six (AS6) surround the theme of Stories of Everyday Heroes.
3rd Annual Gloria Bond Clunie Playwright's Festival 2026
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre is thrilled to announce the third annual Gloria Bond Clunie Playwright’s Festival, honoring the incredible career and legacy of Gloria Bond Clunie, founder of Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre, and offering young, talented playwrights the opportunity to have their new works showcased. The festival weekend will include stage readings of three new plays in development and an opportunity for the public to attend an informative post-reading talkback and meet the three talented up-and-coming playwrights.