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Kathryn Yohe
September 6, 2021
News and Events

Diversity Equity & Inclusion Update - Our 2021-2022 Season Goals

Kathryn Yohe
September 6, 2021
News and Events
Diversity Equity & Inclusion Update - Our 2021-2022 Season Goals

As part of our pledge to remain accountable and transparent, here’s what we accomplished in our 2020-2021 season, and what we need to work on in the 2021-2022 season to continue working towards a more Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive A.B.L.E.

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Kathryn Yohe
September 3, 2021
ThingsUnknown - Fall 2021

Week #1: Into the Woods

Kathryn Yohe
September 3, 2021
ThingsUnknown - Fall 2021
Week #1: Into the Woods

This week, all 4 of our ensembles kicked off the Fall Semester. We welcomed 2 new actors, 5 new facilitators, and a bunch of new games and activities as we started our journey into the enchanted forest.

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Kathryn Yohe
August 27, 2021
ThingsUnknown - Fall 2021

The Forms of Things Unknown...

Kathryn Yohe
August 27, 2021
ThingsUnknown - Fall 2021
The Forms of Things Unknown...

Our Fall 2021 Semester is underway! On today’s blog, learn more about our plans for our latest digital project - The Forms of Things Unknown - and get a peek at all the talented folks who make up our ensembles.

Tagged: ensemble, devising, virtual, story kit

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Kathryn Yohe
May 10, 2021

High 5 for 5 Years of A.B.L.E.

Kathryn Yohe
May 10, 2021
High 5 for 5 Years of A.B.L.E.

On May 4th, 2021, A.B.L.E. celebrated a huge milestone - our 5th anniversary as a 501c3! Join us in celebrating the many people who have been a part of our first 5 years.

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Kathryn Yohe
May 3, 2021
R&J Remix

Week 8: "nimble souls"

Kathryn Yohe
May 3, 2021
R&J Remix
Week 8: "nimble souls"
We're honing in on our group pieces, and finessing our scenes in preparation for filming in Week #9.

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Kathryn Yohe
April 26, 2021

Week 7: More light and light it grows

Kathryn Yohe
April 26, 2021
Week 7: More light and light it grows

In week 7 the ensembles continued to refine their scenes, focusing on framing and using the camera in different ways.

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Kathryn Yohe
April 23, 2021

Celebrate Shakespeare's Birthday with A.B.L.E.!

Kathryn Yohe
April 23, 2021
Celebrate Shakespeare's Birthday with A.B.L.E.!

Here are 3 productions to help you celebrate The Bard’s 457th birthday and see how we do Shakespeare A.B.L.E. style:

Tagged: Shakespeare, Shakespeare400, Chicago Shakespeare Theatre

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Kathryn Yohe
April 19, 2021
R&J Remix

Week 6: gallop apace

Kathryn Yohe
April 19, 2021
R&J Remix
Week 6: gallop apace

During Week #6 of rehearsals, actors continued to work on their scenes, playing with Gesture and Genre to bring them to life.

Tagged: sign language, Choreography, Shakespeare, check in

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Kathryn Yohe
April 12, 2021
R&J Remix

Week 5: We talk of dreams...

Kathryn Yohe
April 12, 2021
R&J Remix
Week 5: We talk of dreams...

We’re back from spring break and diving into our final scenes!

Tagged: casting, Shakespeare, jamboard, devising

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Kathryn Yohe
April 9, 2021
R&J Remix, Actor Spotlight, Facilitator Spotlight

Meet the Sunday Ensemble!

Kathryn Yohe
April 9, 2021
R&J Remix, Actor Spotlight, Facilitator Spotlight
Meet the Sunday Ensemble!

Take some time to get to know the people and personalities who make up our Spring 2021 Sunday ensemble!

Tagged: Spotlight

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Our Annual Campaign has come to a close, and we are so grateful and excited to announce that we exceeded our campaign target and raised $34,610 from 192 individual donors like you in just 5 weeks! We have seen donations of all sizes from donors all a
A big #HappyBirthday to our friend John. John holds the distinction of being the oldest actor in our ensemble, and brings all his life experience to devising original characters and clever monologues that reflect his love of building and creating thi
Time’s running out! Today is the last day to give to our Set the Stage campaign. We are soooo close to our $30,0000 campaign goal if each one of our social media followers gave just $1 right now we could reach it and then some! Visit ableensemb
Over the past 32 days, 145 individuals have joined together to raise over $26,565 to support ABLE’s affordable, accessible performing arts programming. Support has come in from all across the country in donations big and small. It’s a tes
Facilitators participate side-by-side with ABLE’s actors with I/DD to ensure everyone has a productive, supportive and fun rehearsal.  In today’s spotlight, meet facilitators Andrea and Paige!

Andrea and Paige have been friends since hig
A big #HappyBirthday to our friend and fabulous facilitator, PAIGE! Paige has been supporting our ensembles since 2023. Paige is always 100% committed to the bit, and brings her energy and positivity to ensure our actors have the support they need to
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