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ESO Theater
Social Nourishment For The Soul

Welcome

We are so delighted that you are visiting esotheater.org. While you’re here, please Become a Member and stay as long as you’d like. We invite you to visit our brick-and- mortar location at 5401-5403 W. Madison St. in Chicago Illinois 60644, where you will find a variety of art, culture and community engagement. At ESO Theater, the vibe is positive, the peace is present and the love is strong. We want to see you soon, and all of the time, and over and over and over again.
We are thankful
Praise God!

About Us

ESO Theater is a licensed Public Place of Amusement and Performing Arts Venue. We cater to professional and budding Artists of all genres. ESO Theater is a Member’s only social entity carrying respect and integrity with our every move. As previously stated, we are immersed in positive vibes. As a non profit organization, your membership and donations are felt throughout the culture. As an eclectic mixed use theater, we strive to uplift and bond with creatives. We encourage experienced Artists to invest in themselves by producing and directing events here at ESO Theater. We are dedicated to providing outstanding hospitality and customer service.

History

As far back as the early 1900’s, storefront theaters have been the training ground for young artists. Chicago was one of the first major cities to embrace and develop this culture.
Storefront theaters have since been recognized as key showcase outlets for various genres of art. Today you can find storefront theaters all around the world.
 

Based on our spiritual faith, we know that ESO Theater is a blessing from God, given to  Anjenette Smith with instructions to go forth and create. She chose her children, her life  partner, her mother and her close friends to join and create the fundamental team that is ESO  Theater. This is a group of everyday people with backgrounds in healthcare, transportation,  logistics, literature and art. The hard work and dedication put forth by this team is  immeasurable. How we ever made it can never really be put into words. You just had to be  there. Simply put, ESO Theater has been a growing vision since 1997, taking shape in 2001,  maturing in 2006, and becoming tangible in 2012. Acquiring official legitimacy in 2014 had  divine hands all over the journey. Praise God for the great times and adversities that has woven  priceless wisdom into our fabric. 

 

Anjenette Smith - Founder/Chief Executive Officer/President.

Shaheim Dennis- Executive  Director/Vice President.

Cheryl Bland- Executive Director/Secretary.

Myles Saxon- Executive  Director/Vice President.

Veronica Smith- Executive Director/Vice President.

Darrel Smith Executive Director/Vice President.

Kenya Dennis- Executive Artist Liaison/Production Manager. 

Gratitude

We give homage to the wonderful family, friends, mentors, neighbors, businesses,  organizations, entrepreneurs, and community members who have all played an intricate role in  our growth and advancement. We greatly appreciate and thank you for adhering to the call to  action and providing support in whatever way you have done so. We extend our gratitude  everyday. Always stay connected. 

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