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SUMMARY:MY LIFE AS A COWBOY
DESCRIPTION:MY LIFE AS A COWBOY \nA queer coming-of-age comedy by Hugo Timbrell \nOpen Space Arts proudly continues its momentum of introducing Chicago audiences to powerful new queer stories with another American premiere—building on our Jeff Award–recognized tradition of bold\, contemporary\, boundary-pushing theatre. In our intimate 25-seat storefront space\, innovative new work comes to life just inches from the audience\, creating an immediacy and emotional impact that few venues can replicate. \nWith My Life as a Cowboy\, OSA once again brings an exciting international voice to the city\, championing playwrights whose stories radiate humor\, heart\, and the complexity of queer identity. This production continues our mission to uplift new playwrights\, celebrate queer joy\, and offer Chicago fresh\, adventurous theatre that can’t be found anywhere else. \nAbout the Play \nSeventeen-year-old Conor is restless in Croydon and craving something—anything—that feels bigger than his life so far. When he impulsively decides to enter a country-and-western dance competition\, two unlikely allies jump in with him: Michael\, his fellow lifeguard at the local leisure centre\, and Zainab\, razor-sharp\, big-hearted\, and never short on opinions. \nWhat begins as a half-joke turns into a joyful\, chaotic\, and deeply human journey of reinvention. As the trio rehearse and collide\, they discover trust\, courage\, and the unexpected power of leaning on one another. Their path to the stage is messy\, hilarious\, and full of heart—proving that even the smallest dreams can transform a life when shared with the right people. \nRooted in humor\, queer joy\, and a celebration of chosen family\, My Life as a Cowboy is a vibrant new play about identity\, community\, and daring to dance toward the life you imagine for yourself.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/my-life-as-a-cowboy-5/2026-02-08/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:3670\, screening at Facets
DESCRIPTION:IN-PERSON FILM EVENT. In 3670\, a North Korean defector in Seoul quietly navigates two worlds: one shaped by exile and another by his awakening queer identity. Joonho Park’s feature debut is a moving\, understated portrait of belonging and self-discovery\, illuminating a rarely seen intersection of Korean life with grace\, empathy\, and cinematic restraint. Cheol-jun\, a young North Korean defector\, has built a fragile new life in Seoul. To his fellow defectors\, he’s a quiet\, hardworking man—yet he conceals another truth: he’s gay. Living between fear and desire\, he begins exploring Seoul’s underground queer community\, where coded messages like “3670” (“Meet at Exit 6\, Jongno 3-ga\, 7 p.m.”) mark places of connection and refuge. As Cheol-jun’s double life deepens\, he struggles to reconcile the two versions of himself—the dutiful newcomer seeking acceptance and the man craving freedom and intimacy. Park’s patient\, observational style transforms the ordinary—bus rides\, casual chats\, late-night walks—into moments of aching humanity.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/3670-screening-at-facets/
LOCATION:Facets\, 1517 W. Fullerton\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:film
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SUMMARY:THE REAL BLACK SWANN: Confessions of America’s First Black Drag Queen
DESCRIPTION:RUNS July 18 – 27\n\nThis is the true story of William Dorsey Swann\, former slave who became the Queen of Drag in the late 1800’s . She was also first Queer activist on record . She fought against racism and homophobia. \nAs a matter of fact the things that she was fighting against in 1890 were the same things that we are once again fighting against in 2025. Winner of The International Audience Pick Colchester Fringe 2024 . Winner of The Audience Pick Prague Fringe 2023 . Winner of The Fringe Encore producers pick Cincy Fringe 2022 . Winner of The Doric Wilson Award The Dublin International Gay Theatre Festival.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-real-black-swann-confessions-of-americas-first-black-drag-queen/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:drag,theater-performance
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SUMMARY:AUTHENTICALLY YOURS A Variety Show Fundraiser for Open Space Arts
DESCRIPTION:AUTHENTICALLY YOURS A Variety Show Fundraiser for Open Space Arts Monday\, July 21 | Doors at 6 PM\, Show at 7 PM Lips Drag Show Palace\, Restaurant & Bar — 2229 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago Join us for a fierce and fabulous night of music\, dance\, drag\, and dazzling talent at AUTHENTICALLY YOU\, a one-of-a-kind variety show celebrating the power of being seen\, heard\, and true to yourself. \nThe talent line-up includes Beckie Menzie\, Kevin Wood\, Robert Ollis\, Jill Renn\, Andy Lanbros\, Androgenique\, Melissa Young\, and Male Spice. The host for the evening is Shalita Cake! This unforgettable evening at Lips — Chicago’s iconic drag show palace — will raise funds to support Open Space Arts’ bold new season\, including the American premiere of GANGSTA BABY\, the acclaimed British stage hit making its U.S. debut this fall. Expect a glittering lineup of performers across genres\, surprise guests\, a splash of sass\, and a whole lot of heart — all in support of queer creativity and culture. \nTickets: \n$100 – “Superstar Circle” (priority seating\, cocktail voucher\, program listing\, and exclusive OSA thank-you gift) \n$175 Superstar Duo (all of the above for a couple) \n$50 – “Fabulous Friend” (general seating and shoutout in the program) \n$25 – “Standing Proud” Bar Seating 100% of proceeds benefit Open Space Arts’ mission to uplift marginalized voices through theater\, film fests\, and community-driven arts. Be bold. Be brilliant Authentically Yours.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/authentically-yours-a-variety-show-fundraiser-for-open-space-arts/
LOCATION:Lips Drag Show Palace\, 2229 S Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:CHERUB @Facets
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Chicago premiere of CHERUB at Facets on April 29. This gentle character study has almost no dialogue. Rather\, writer/director Devin Shears observes what to some is an ordinary life. But that life changes when Harvey makes a discovery at his local porn store.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/cherub-facets/
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