Play: Lauren Gunderson's The Revolutionists

The Revolutionists will not be televised. It will be dramatized—by Violet Surprise Theatre, whose mission is to vibrantly validate the voices of women. Written by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Iris Sowlat, The Revolutionists is a hysterical and historical (or, more accurately, herstorical) play that invites audiences to experience the French Revolution from a female perspectivce.

Bastille Day Afternoon Event 2026

Celebrate Bastille Day with an afternoon of Parisian charm, live music, and summertime joy in the heart of Chicago. Presented by the Alliance Française de Chicago, this beloved annual tradition brings together Chicago families, francophiles, and cultural explorers for a joyful French-inspired summer fête.

Bastille Day Evening Event 2026

Inspired by the timeless glamour of Parisian nightlife and the spirit of a modern global city, the Alliance Française de Chicago Professionals Group (AFPG) invites you to a Bastille Day soirée that highlights French culture, international exchange, and the enduring spirit of celebration. As France and the United States commemorate 250 years of enduring friendship and cultural exchange, the evening welcomes Chicago’s vibrant community of creatives, professionals, francophiles, and cultural explorers.