A.B.L.E. presents Sparks of Invention

Join A.B.L.E.’s Ensembles for Sparks of Invention – a one of a kind performance festival.

Over the course of one weekend, 61 performers – including 32 actors with intellectual and developmental disabilities – will collaborate to present 3 unique performances The festival will include two live in-person showcases on Friday November 1st and Saturday November 2nd hosted at Filament Theatre in Portage Park, and an interactive livestream Saturday November 2nd on YouTube. With everything from dance to improv to personal storytelling, each event will be a unique and unforgettable experience. 

Tickets: 

Pay-what-you-can general admission starting at $15 from ableensemble.com/events

Accessibility:

• Open captioning
• Dual ASL interpretation
• Relaxed performance
• Sensory support tools
• Wheelchair Access
• Masks are required for all attendees out of consideration for our immunocompromised community members

Sparks of Invention is sponsored by Filament Theatre. A.B.L.E.’s 2024-2025 Season is partially supported by The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, FunFund, The Illinois Arts Council, The LaChapelle Family Foundation, The Paul M. Angell Family Foundation, The Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ Ministry Fund, The National Endowment for the Arts, and generous individuals like you!