The Belonging Bash

Collaboraction Theatre Company, Chicago’s leading arts organization for social change, is proud to announce The Belonging Bash, a summer fundraiser Friday, June 6, 6 to 9 p.m. at Outset Chicago, 1675 N Elston Ave., Chicago.

Collaboraction’s Belonging Bash will showcase, celebrate and support Collaboraction’s youth education program, The Light, and the creation of its permanent home – a new House of Belonging – in Humboldt Park. 

The evening boasts an electric lineup of Chicago and national talent, including :

• DJs Dabura, Ron Carroll, Jevon Jackson & Lady D with Jerald Daemyon on electric violin,
• San Francisco's live band Three Flower Jam featuring Keith Lawrence (vox & viola) and William Kurk (on keys),
• & Earl Hester, a rising Chicago youth artist and member of Collaboraction’s The Light and The Luminaries.

Shop the live-action art gallery + auction featuring works from celebrated multidisciplinary artists including Nailah Golden (nailah.online), Tyrue “Slang” Jones (slangism.com) and more, plus live painting by artist Shelly Johnson.

Enjoy drinks, light bites, lush vibes, and a chance to connect with Chicago’s creative and social justice communities. Guests are encouraged to dress in “urban chic with a pop of green or gold.”

Come for the music. Stay for the mission. Leave inspired.

Tickets are $75 early bird (before May 25); $100 general admission; and $125 day of.

Proceeds benefit The Light, Collaboraction’s paid summer program for youth artist-activists, and the Capital Campaign funding construction of The House of Belonging, Collaboraction’s new community arts center and creative safe space in Humboldt Park.

Join us at Outset for a night of fun, connection, and community. This event is all about bringing people together and celebrating the sense of belonging we all crave. Whether you're new in town or a longtime resident, everyone is welcome to come and enjoy music, and good company. So mark your calendars and get ready to feel like you truly belong at The Belonging Bash!