"IN OUR OWN VOICE" NEW WORKS FESTIVAL
Wed, Oct 28th – Sat, Oct 31st Join us for an exciting showcase of new plays, scenes, and theatrical works created to inspire conversation, spark imagination, and highlight the power of live performance. ✨ Discover new stories. Support new voices. Experience the future of theater.
Time & Location
Oct 28, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
ETA Creative Arts Foundation, 7558 S South Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60619, USA
About the event
Featured Playwrights & Works:
- Nathan G. Echols II: Forever
- Dr. Keith Green: I Come with a Warning Label
- Cory Andre Wright: The Last Days and Times of Disco
- Paige Minett: Bridget's Blessing
- Akhiyah Vaughn: Jupiter's Orbit
Schedule
1 hour 30 minutesReading of Forever by Nathan G. Echols II - Wednesday Evening
Gallery Stage
Tickets
Wednesday Night - GA
Opening Reception, Reading of Forever by Nathan G. Echols II, and Talkback
$20.00
+$0.50 ticket service fee
Thursday Night - GA
Reading of Bridget's Blessing by Paige Minett
$20.00
+$0.50 ticket service fee
Friday Night - GA
6:00 PM: Playwright Workshop taught by Rueben D. Echoles 8:00 PM: Dr. Keith Green: I Come with a Warning Label
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
Saturday Reading Pass
Includes admission to all three readings, entry to Halloween Party.
$60.00
+$1.50 ticket service fee
Festival Weekend Pass
Includes admission to all events, a drink ticket, and entry to the Halloween Party.
$100.00
+$2.50 ticket service fee
Single Reading Tix - Any day
$20.00
+$0.50 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00