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Machine Made Tickets
Chicago, IL

Machine Made Tickets

Uncover the unvarnished truth of Chicago's political machine through the eyes of a consummate insider.
Machine Made: What to expect - 1
Machine Made Tickets

About Machine Made

Written and Directed by Shepsu Aakhu
Adapted from interviews with Chuck Bowen

In this tour de force, Shepsu Aakhu explores the memories of Chuck Bowen, a “machine made” public servant who rose to prominence in the Democratic Party of the 1950’s and who now in his mid-90’s continues to have the ear of the powerful. Covering his entrance into the party during the same period as Harold Washington, Chuck’s story covers the intersection of policing, organized crime, the policy racket, housing and urban development, the patronage system and the uneasy bargains that helped to define a century of life in this city. Through his unique perspective we glimpse the epic moments of his life and that of Chicago with humor, warmth, wisdom, and an honesty that only a political insider can provide.

Run time

1hr 30min.

Start date

May 1st, 2025

End date

May 31st, 2025

Categories

Plays

Age

Ages 13+.

Venue

Greenhouse Theater Center

2257 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States, 60614
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Show schedule

Day of weekMatineeEvening
Monday--
Tuesday--
Wednesday--
Thursday-8:00 PM
Friday-8:00 PM
Saturday-8:00 PM
Sunday3:00 PM-

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