For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow Is Enu at Peggy Ryder Theatre at Hoogland Center for the Arts
About the Event
Experience Ntozake Shange's powerful choreopoem, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow Is Enuf, at the Peggy Ryder Theatre at Hoogland Center for the Arts in Springfield, IL. This significant theatrical work explores the lives and experiences of Black women through a moving blend of poetry, dance, and music.
- June 12, 2026 7:30 PM
- June 13, 2026 7:30 PM
- June 14, 2026 3:00 PM
- June 19, 2026 7:30 PM
- June 20, 2026 7:30 PM
- June 21, 2026 3:00 PM
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For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow Is Enuf in Springfield
Ntozake Shange’s groundbreaking choreopoem, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow Is Enuf, weaves together the stories of seven women, each representing a color of the rainbow. This seminal work addresses themes of love, loss, struggle, and sisterhood, profoundly impacting American theater since its debut. Its innovative structure combines spoken word, movement, and song to create a poignant narrative that continues to resonate with audiences.
Peggy Ryder Theatre at Hoogland Center for the Arts Events
The Peggy Ryder Theatre offers an intimate setting within the Hoogland Center for the Arts, perfect for powerful theatrical productions like For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow Is Enuf. Enjoy comfortable seating and clear sightlines for an immersive performance in Springfield, IL. Pro-tip: Plan to arrive an hour before curtain time for most shows to allow ample time for parking in nearby garages or street parking, finding your seats, and visiting concessions. Buy your tickets now.