Policy: Running Numbers A Family Business.

Schedule

Fri Feb 14 2025 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Harold Washington Cultural Center | Chicago, IL

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

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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Where is it happening?

Harold Washington Cultural Center, 4701 South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive, Chicago, United States

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Tickets

USD 33.85

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Host or Publisher Harold Washington Cultural Center

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