Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St., will host the run of Cheryl L. West's Fannie (The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer), which will run Oct. 25-Nov. 14.
E. Faye Butler stars as U.S. civil-rights freedom fighter Fannie Lou Hamer. Three musiciansDeonte Brantley; Morgan E.; and Felton Offard (during Oct. 25-31 performances) and Michael Ross (during Nov. 3-14 shows)join Butler on stage for more than 10 iconic spirituals, including "We Shall Not Be Moved," "I'm on My Way to Freedom" and "I Ain't Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me 'Round."
Tickets (starting at $15) are now on sale at GoodmanTheatre.org/Fannie or 312-443-3800.
COVID health and safety note: Proof of full vaccination with an FDA-authorized vaccine is required for all guests 12+ and a recent negative test must be presented for children under 12. Patrons must wear face coverings at all times while inside Goodman Theatre. Visit GoodmanTheatre.org/Protocols for more information.