Twenty-four years of drama, laughter, and love. Eighty-two riveting stories linking past, present, and future. One night to celebrate it all.
Don’t miss Step Into TimeLine: Back to Our Future—TimeLine Theatre Company’s first-ever virtual gala and a celebration unlike anything seen from the company before—streaming online on Friday, March 12th at 7 p.m. CT.
Step Into TimeLine: Back to Our Future, the company’s biggest fundraiser of the year, will be LIVE on YouTube and FREE to enjoy. Bear witness as TimeLine goes Back to Our Future to relive memorable moments and game changers, explore the artistry on stage and back stage, and remember the programs that made a difference—even as the company looks ahead to new adventures.
TimeLine Company Member and Step Into TimeLine host Wardell Julius Clark
Wardell Julius Clark, the actor, director, activist, TimeLine Company Member and Board Member, and Newcity’s 2020 “Player of the Moment,” is the host of this fun, fast-paced evening. Chicago theater fans can look forward to interviews with artists, never-before-seen clips of past productions, behind-the-scenes footage, live appearances, interactive opportunities, music performances including a special sing-a-long video, and much more.
Step Into TimeLine: Back to Our Future will originate on the set of Kill Move Paradise, one year to the day since the Jeff Award-winning production was shut down due to Covid-19.
Everyone is invited to watch Step Into TimeLine from the comfort of their home for FREE plus there are several ways to support TimeLine—and enjoy additional perks—before and during the event.
Running time is approximately one hour. All net proceeds support the mission and programs of TimeLine Theatre.
Register now at timelinetheatre.com/back-to-our-future to receive the YouTube link in advance, plus other exclusive pre-event details.
Major sponsors of Step Into Timeline: Back to Our Future include Gold Sponsors Joseph and Bessie Feinberg Foundation, Bill and Penny Obenshain, John Sirek and Colleen Loughlin, and Anne Voshel; and Technology Sponsor Bulley & Andrews.
Click HERE to view/embed the sizzle reel for Step Into TimeLine: Back to Our Future.
ABOUT TIMELINE THEATRE
TimeLine Theatre Company, recipient of the prestigious 2016 MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions, was founded in April 1997 with a mission to present stories inspired by history that connect with today's social and political issues. Now in its 24th season, TimeLine has presented 82 productions, including 10 world premieres and 38 Chicago premieres; launched the Living History Education Program, which brings the company's mission to life for students in Chicago Public Schools; and started the summer youth arts program TimeLine South. Recipient of the Alford-Axelson Award for Nonprofit Managerial Excellence and the Richard Goodman Strategic Planning Award from the Association for Strategic Planning, TimeLine has received 58 Jeff Awards, including an award for Outstanding Production 11 times.
As TimeLine looks to its future, the company has purchased property in Uptown near the corner of Broadway and Argyle to be the site of its new home. TimeLine also has announced the selection of HGA as architect and is in the process of designing its new home. In the meantime, TimeLine continues to maintain its operations at its current home in Lakeview East.
TimeLine is led by Artistic Director PJ Powers, Managing Director Elizabeth K. Auman and Board President Eileen LaCario. Company members are Tyla Abercrumbie, Will Allan, Nick Bowling, Janet Ulrich Brooks, Wardell Julius Clark, Behzad Dabu, Charles Andrew Gardner, Lara Goetsch, Juliet Hart, Anish Jethmalani, Mildred Marie Langford, Mechelle Moe, David Parkes, Ron OJ Parson, PJ Powers, Maren Robinson, and Benjamin Thiem.
For more information, visit timelinetheatre.com or Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@TimeLineTheatre).