Policy: Running Numbers A Family Business. Encore Performance

Policy: Running Numbers A Family Business. Encore Performance

This play is a vibrant historical journey that showcases the impact of the running numbers policy on the Black community.

By Harold Washington Cultural Center

Date and time

Tuesday, May 13 · 10am - 12pm CDT

Location

Harold Washington Cultural Center

4701 South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive Chicago, IL 60653

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours
  • Paid venue parking

With big singing and big dancing, it unfolds in lively venues like bars, churches, and clubs, capturing the era's spirit and resilience.


The narrative highlights the connections among political leaders, educators, entertainers, and business figures as they navigate systemic oppression. The running numbers policy emerges as an economic lifeline, empowering the community to create businesses and jobs, leading to significant advancements in various fields. Through dynamic performances and rich storytelling, the play celebrates the ingenuity and cultural contributions of the Black community during this transformative period.

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