Theatre Practitioner

Arts Activist

In an effort to build community ties, strengthen mutual visibility, and battle food insecurity in the performing arts, community members are invited to dine on their dark day. Doors open at 4:00pm with a free hearty meal including locally grown produce. All who attend are encouraged to browse the pantry for free items and bring their own containers to take home prepared food for the week.

The People’s Pot + Pantry

Kimball Arts Center

Opera in the Neighborhoods returns for both school and public performances in the 2025/26 Season with Katie: The Strongest of the Strong. This powerful opera for young audiences is inspired by the true story of Katie Sandwina, a circus strongwoman who – beyond earning the title “the strongest woman in the world," and being a wife and mother – also helped to lead the women’s suffrage movement in the early 1900s. With an all-female cast, Katie: The Strongest of the Strong is a wonderful way to introduce young people to opera and the important history of women’s rights.

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Katie: The Strongest of the Strong

Kennedy-King College

Merit School of Music

Join us for our 2024/25 Opera in the Neighborhoods public performances of Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World, a story about facing your fears, learning new things, and the power of friendship. Based on the acclaimed book by author and illustrator Laurence Anholt, the story follows the real-life friendship of Mariana, a young girl living in the heart of Mexico City, and Frida Kahlo, the famed artist. When Mariana plucks up her courage to meet Frida, a friendship blossoms between them. You’ll meet Frida’s husband, artist Diego Rivera, as well as a singing parrot, dog, and monkey. Young people will delight in the opportunity to participate in this charming musical journey

Theatre Practitioner, Arts Activist

Denise Yvette Serna

Events

Past events

Jun 22, 2026

The People’s Pot + Pantry · Collaboraction

2 - 3 May, 2026

Katie: The Strongest of the Strong · Lyric Opera of Chicago

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