The Contest at the Creepy Castle - The Forms of Things Unknown
Grab your guitar and join storytellers Justice, Chloe, and Kara for the story of how the world's most famous band came together. A handsome Griffin (Colin), a boxing Werewolf (Sam P), and a beautiful Princess (Veronica) meet as contestants at a music contest. But their search for fame and fortune takes a nasty turn. Soon they find themselves facing down a nefarious Vampire (Samuel) and spooky spirits (Sean). Can they raise their voices and find true harmony?
ABOUT THE FORMS OF THINGS UNKNOWN:
Gather around the campfire and get ready for some magic with the A.B.L.E. Ensembles. The Forms of Things Unknown is a collection of 8 original tales devised and performed by A.B.L.E.'s ensembles. Full of fantastical animation, original music, and movement, the series features 36 actors with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supported by 26 volunteer facilitators, and 8 teaching artists.
Journey with us to an enchanted forest, where campers reveal the many magical creatures who live in the dark. Among these tales, a gregarious Taniwha meets a suspicious Simurgh, a Fairy finds forbidden love with a Centaur, a competitive Phoenix goes head to head with a Minotaur, and a ravenous Wendigo forms an uneasy partnership with a bubbly Sprite. Through these mythical, magical creatures, we get to explore familiar themes like making friends, loving our differences, asking for help, and working together. And we get to know ourselves along the way.
This project was partially supported by grants from the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, The Illinois Arts Council Agency, The PHJC Ministry Fund, and The Paul M. Angell Family Foundation.
Learn more about the creative process on our blog at ableensemble.com
ABOUT ABLE:
We believe everyone is A.B.L.E. to connect, to contribute, and to create. We are A.B.L.E. - Artists Breaking Limits and Expectations. Our mission is to provide performing arts opportunities through which individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities can share who they are and all they are A.B.L.E. to do. Through our core ensembles, specialized workshops, and outreach programming, A.B.L.E.’s actors strengthen lifelong skills including communication, focus, creativity, and teamwork. A.B.L.E.'s ensembles have staged plays ranging from original works to Shakespearean classics, and award-winning feature films. By placing participants with disabilities in the spotlight, and giving them ownership over their experiences, A.B.L.E.’s work strives to shift societal preconceptions, and build more inclusive, empathetic communities.
Learn more and support our programs at ableensemble.com
