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Published on Sep 17, 2026

Illinois Office of Tourism Spotlights Hispanic Heritage month Experiences Across the State

As Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15) approaches, the Illinois Office of Tourism invites travelers to hit the road and discover the people, places, culture and traditions that help make Illinois so vibrant. From lively festivals and parades to …

Source: Lawndale News - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Oct 8, 2026

The Turnaway Play brings staged readings to Springfield Oct. 9-11

The Turnaway Play, based on the 10-year Turnaway Study conducted by Diana Greene Foster, comes to Springfield for three staged readings Oct. 9-11 at First Presbyterian Church on 7th Street. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the readings beginning at 7 p.m. each …

Source: NPR Illinois - Pending
Published on Oct 6, 2026

Parkland’s Winnie the Pooh explores memory, love and friendship

Winnie the Pooh, directed by Dr. Amy Penne, has performances Oct. 15-17 and Oct. 23-24 scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Matinee performances are at 3 p.m. on Oct. 18 and Oct. 25. Parkland Theater Former artistic director Brian Morgan helped Dr. Penne choose this …

Source: Prospectus News - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Oct 5, 2026

A Love Letter to Queer Lives: Destinos festival sponsor honors Latine resilience

CHICAGO, ILL. - By Michael Oboza, Special to GoPride.com During Latine Heritage Month, the intersectional collective Living Queer Monthly gathered at the Center on Halsted for an evening that served as a love letter to LGBTQ lives. The event featured local …

Source: Go Pride - Illinois - Center-left
Published on Oct 1, 2026

Dayton Region Walk of Fame inducts Gary Sandy, Dan Sadlier and more

Dr. Helen Octavia Dickens, MaDonna Grimes, Mary Chapman Mathews, Dan Sadlier and Gary Sandy were inducted into the 2026 Dayton Region Walk of Fame Wednesday, Sept. 30, at Sinclair Community College. Encompassing legacies in the worlds of athletics, …

Source: Dayton Daily News - Ohio - Neutral
Published on Oct 1, 2026

The Problem With DEI Is White-Supremacist Perpetration and Perpetuation of Enforced Black Inferiority - Part 6

Oftentimes, the grievances advanced against Affirmative Action (AA) Hires, unlike the stereotypically pedestrian tragic case of Professor Jason Arday, late, of Cambridge University, UK. have come from elements of the prime-target community, namely, Black …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Sep 30, 2026

Queer Quentos: Entre Nosotres brings intersectional stories and resilience to Chicago

CHICAGO, ILL. - By Michael Oboza, Special to GoPride.com Outside of popular local events like The Moth StorySLAM and OUTspoken! LGBTQ+ Storytelling, a distinct narrative gathering and celebration returned to Chicago for its second year. Hosted, created and …

Source: Go Pride - Illinois - Center-left
Published on Sep 22, 2026

Class notes: Fall 2026

Keep up with what fellow alumni are doing in our class notes for the fall 2026 alumni magazine issue. 1950s Keith Irons ’51, M.S. ’56, the chairman of Irons Group Ltd., authored Strategize This, a book which provides a proven process for strategic planning …

Source: Illinois State University - Neutral
Published on Sep 23, 2026

Black Girl From a White Suburb traces Tania Richard’s ‘double consciousness’

About halfway through Tania Richard’s engaging solo show at American Blues Theater, Black Girl From a White Suburb, I had a moment of connection I hadn’t expected. Richard talks about how her high school history teacher—a walking museum of microaggressions …

Source: Chicago Reader - Illinois - Left-wing

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Published on July 8, 2026 - 15:44 GMT

Vectorworks Honors 2026 Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival Regional Design Winners

Columbia, MD, July 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. congratulates the student winners of the 2026 Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) regional design awards. These talented …

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Published on September 14, 2026 - 14:12 GMT

ALL THINGS EQUAL: THE LIFE AND TRIALS OF RUTH BADER GINSBURG 2027 NATIONAL TOUR ANNOUNCED

TONY AWARD WINNING PLAYWRIGHT RUPERT HOLMES CAPTURES THE REMARKABLE LIFE OF ONE OF AMERICA'S MOST IMPORTANT PUBLIC FIGURES CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Innovation Arts & Entertainment today …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 18:48 GMT

The Star City Film & Theater Festival Announces 9th Season opens at The Fleur Cinema Feb. 12th-14th

Feb. 12–14 at The Fleur Cinema & Café in Des Moines DES MOINES, IA, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Star City Film & Theater Festival returns for its 9th season with three days of independent film, live performance, and …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 04:00 GMT

CRIS ELI BLAK’S DOMINANT ANIMALS CONFRONTS MACHISMO AND GENERATIONAL TRAUMA THROUGH A PUERTO RICAN FAMILY STORY

Acclaimed Latino family drama returns to Teatro LATEA for three performances during Hispanic Heritage Month, October 2–4 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What happens when the emotional walls intended to …

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Published on August 7, 2026 - 19:38 GMT

Theater Educators and Directors Reconnect to the Practice of Play

August 7, 2026 At this year’s annual, day-long Theater Director and Educator Conference – “Empowerment Through Play-Filled Learning, Leadership, and Mindsets” – guest presenters Malia’Kekia Nicolini and Christopher Beaulieu of Play Pathways Initiative …

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Published on September 1, 2026 - 04:00 GMT

'Dominant Animals' Brings Its Powerful Story of Family and Healing Back to Teatro LATEA

The Puerto Rican family drama confronts machismo, generational trauma, and the possibility of healing in three performances taking place only October 2–4. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following a …

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Published on July 2, 2026 - 11:17 GMT

Siegfried & Roy Comedy Musical Shangri-La-La Heads to New York After BroadwayWorld Coverage

New musical comedy by Mike Meier and Peter Giambalvo plays Harrisburg, Midtown International Theater Festival, Rogue Theater Festival, and Philadelphia Fringe. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shangri-La-La, a new …

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Published on August 31, 2026 - 16:26 GMT

Marc J Straus' APHASHIA to play NYC's Chaine Theatre for Three Nights Only

MARC J. STRAUS Brings His Poignant Play In Verse - APHASIA - To NNYC's Chain Theatre for Three Performances Only! Directed by MARA MILLS Oct 9 - 11 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For three performances …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 20:54 GMT

Néstor J. Saldívar embodies the Dominican Legacy of Professional Excellence and Immigration Success in the United States

Néstor Emerges in the Hispanic Community as a Truly Inspiring Success Story of Excellence & International Achievement through the EB-2 National Interest Waiver HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From La Vega …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 20:46 GMT

Virgelia Productions Presents The Lavender Gala Fashion Show — October 31 in Anaheim

Four designers headline Anaheim’s October 31 Lavender Gala, featuring cultural fashion, pageantry and the introduction of 2026 delegates. ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Virgelia Productions, Inc. will present …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 19:38 GMT

DANA POINT FILM FESTIVAL RETURNS OCTOBER 29 – NOVEMBER 1

Four-day ocean-focused festival brings 30+ films, filmmaker events, youth awards, surf culture and community gatherings to Dana Point DANA POINT, CA, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Dana Point Film Festival (DPFF) today …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 18:28 GMT

Kineograph Moving Pictures Announces First Feature Film, The Vautréian Axis, to be Produced by Jen Emma Hertel

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Original science-fiction feature recreates the look and techniques of a lost 1925 silent-film spectacle Kineograph Moving Pictures LLC has announced plans for its first feature-film …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 18:15 GMT

Scouted Colorado Brings 35+ Colorado Businesses to Chautauqua During the 2027 Sundance Film Festival

Scouted Colorado hosts an 11-day market of Colorado businesses, artists, and makers at Chautauqua’s Community House. Vendor and supporter applications are open. BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When the Sundance Film …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 17:23 GMT

K-POP SENSATION LE SSERAFIM HEADLINES NEW BRAND CAMPAIGN FOR ASIAN ENTERTAINMENT STREAMER, RAKUTEN VIKI

LE SSERAFIM Curates an Exclusive Watch List of Favorite Asian Series for Viki’s Global Fan Community SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rakuten Viki, K-pop group LE SSERAFIM. “Viki Pass It On” celebrates the passionate …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 15:30 GMT

A BUSY OCTOBER FOR ITTV INTERNATIONAL AND TECHINENTERTAINMENT

Three special events will bring together international leaders from entertainment, media, technology, advertising and culture LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- October will be a particularly active month for …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 14:13 GMT

GASP Catalogs 156 AI Films From 56 Independent Makers, With No Limit on the Tools Used

The independent guide plays each film from the maker's own upload, lists Chinese-language work alongside English, and indexes 23 AI film festivals. DE, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GASP, an independent guide to short …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Hot In Hollywood TV Announces Red Carpet Event Partnership with Sony Studios

A New Era for Digital Entertainmet LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hot In Hollywood TV Announces Red Carpet Event Partnership with Sony Studios LOS ANGELES, CA — October 8, 2026 — Hot In Hollywood TV ( …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 12:32 GMT

Charnele Brown of Netflix's A Different World Is Founding Client of New Jackson Agency and Perdue Inc. Joint Venture

The talent and brand management venture launches days after Netflix renewed the series for Season 2. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Charnele Brown, who plays Dr. Kimberly Reese Boyer in Netflix's A Different …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 11:07 GMT

My Life Story: The Unending Journey of Love Traces Bijan Naderi’s Search for Art, Security, and Belonging

A personal memoir connects a journey from Abadan to America with working life, creative expression, and the pursuit of love. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In My Life Story: The Unending Journey of Love …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 11:07 GMT

One Way Ticket Pairs an Unfinished Corporate Disclosure With a Detective’s Search for Herself

Thomas M. Kaine’s novel brings environmental harm and illegal business into a private investigator’s case, linking public wrongdoing with a personal journey. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An employee’s attempt …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

New Book “F-It or Face It” by Dr. Monica Go Empowers Readers to Embrace Their True Calling

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Published by Spines, F-It or Face It is a transformative new book by Dr. Monica Go. Blending profound biblical wisdom with relatable, modern-day struggles, the book invites readers to …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 10:58 GMT

Choose Happiness: It Will Change Your World! Connects daily choices with meaning and habit change

Barbara Zavela’s guide explores cognitive distortions, habits to cultivate and habits to break in the practice of happiness. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Choose Happiness: It Will Change Your World …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 10:47 GMT

Halloween: Season Of The Delectably Wicked Explores Witchcraft, Autumn Beauty And Spiritual Mystery

Jackie Spencer blends Halloween history, macabre stories, recipes, and provocative folklore in the fifth installment of her Delectable Spirit Books series. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Witches’ broomsticks …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 09:55 GMT

Story Chen’s Feature Debut There Will Be Snow, Supported by AmeriChina, Wins Award at Busan International Film Festival

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- There Will Be Snow, written and directed by Jianying (Story) Chen, has been awarded the Bishkek International Film Festival-Central Asia Cinema Award at the 31st Busan International Film …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 06:00 GMT

Pre-Orders Open October 15: BATMAN VS CLAYFACE Statue

Prime 1 Studio announces a new statue: BATMAN VS CLAYFACE. Pre-orders October 15, 2026 (JST). ASAKUSA, TAITO-KU, TOKYO, JAPAN, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prime 1 Studio is pleased to announce the start of pre-orders for the Ultimate …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 04:54 GMT

Baby Monster Media's 'OMEGA' Opens in Thailand October 29 with M NEXT CO., LTD.

Directed by Justin Price and starring Franzi Schissler, the science-fiction creature adventure arrives in Thai cinemas through distributor M NEXT. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Baby Monster Media, LLC announces …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 04:54 GMT

Ana Braunstein Presents the Complete This Case and My Life Series, a Four-Book Journey Through Law, Romance and Family

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning author Ana Braunstein brings readers a complete four-book journey through law, romance, marriage, parenthood, and emotional growth in the already-published …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 04:31 GMT

New Release: Darren Murphy Explores Healing Intergenerational Trauma in Breaking Cycles

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful new release published by Spines, ordained minister and trauma-informed practitioner Darren Murphy tackles the silent epidemic of inherited family trauma. Breaking Cycles: …

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