# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Rootwoman Reading
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Come join Northwestern University Theater students as they present a reading of "Rootwoman" by Angela Shannon Preston.About this EventThis unique theatrical work, termed a "choreopoem" by its playwright, weaves together over 40 poems to make a lyrical presentation deeply imbued with the spirit of Chicagoans. Powerfully directed by Northwestern University Professor and Associate Acting Area Head Detra Payne, this all Black women ensemble breathes new life into this evocative stage work.CONTENT WARNING: This staged reading will feature projections of potentially sensitive imagery, such as paintings with nude figures. This show is recommended for audiences 17 and older.We invite audience members to arrive starting at 6:15 pm for a pre-show reception.Agenda🕑: 06:15 PM - 06:50 PMPre-Show Catered ReceptionInfo: Come early to enjoy a pre-show reception!🕑: 07:00 PM - 09:00 PMRootwoman Staged Reading🕑: 09:15 PM - 09:45 PMPost-Show Talkback and Q&A
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/rootwoman-reading/100001998554415055
- **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, Theatre, Nonprofit, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
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- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Age Limit: 17+
  - Doors Open At: 6:15 PM
  - Duration: 2 hours
  - Location: The Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Evanston
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center
- **lat**: 42.0521464
- **long**: -87.6731679
- **full address**: The Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center, 1949 Campus Drive, Evanston, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Rootwoman Reading being held?
  - **A:** Rootwoman Reading takes place on Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm at The Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center, 1949 Campus Drive, Evanston, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Rootwoman Reading?
  - **A:** Rootwoman Reading is organized by Black Arts Consortium.

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