The Chicago Inclusion Project exists to facilitate inclusive experiences and hiring practices throughout Chicago theatre.

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Training

Workshops tailored to foster inclusive hiring and casting.

Hands-on sessions that help theatres embrace diversity authentically.

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Building Inclusion Together

We help Chicago theatre companies create welcoming spaces and fair hiring for all artists.

A diverse group of theatre artists collaborating on stage in a vibrant Chicago venue.
A diverse group of theatre artists collaborating on stage in a vibrant Chicago venue.
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Creating welcoming spaces and fair hiring for Chicago theatre artists.

Inclusive Workshops

Hands-on sessions helping theatre teams build truly inclusive environments.

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A diverse group of theatre artists engaged in an interactive inclusion workshop.
Hiring Support

Guidance and tools to ensure equitable hiring practices in theatre productions.

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A hiring panel reviewing applications with a focus on diversity and inclusion.

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A vibrant group of diverse actors rehearsing on a small Chicago theater stage.
A vibrant group of diverse actors rehearsing on a small Chicago theater stage.
Close-up of hands collaborating over a script during an inclusive casting meeting.
Close-up of hands collaborating over a script during an inclusive casting meeting.
Audience members of all backgrounds enjoying a lively performance in a cozy theater.
Audience members of all backgrounds enjoying a lively performance in a cozy theater.
A director giving thoughtful notes to a mixed ensemble cast in a rehearsal room.
A director giving thoughtful notes to a mixed ensemble cast in a rehearsal room.
Smiling actors of various ages and ethnicities taking a bow on stage.
Smiling actors of various ages and ethnicities taking a bow on stage.
Behind-the-scenes moment showing technicians and performers working together inclusively.
Behind-the-scenes moment showing technicians and performers working together inclusively.

Snapshots of inclusion shaping Chicago theatre

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