Join us on December 3, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. (CT) for an inspiring evening with Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright James Ijames, as he discusses his groundbreaking play Fat Ham—a bold, Southern reimagining of Hamlet infused with humor, queerness, and heart.
This exclusive session for student members and Chapter Advisors offers a rare opportunity to explore the art of drama, adaptation, and writing for the stage with one of today’s most celebrated voices in American theater.
Ijames, a Pulitzer Prize winner and Tony Award nominee, is a playwright, director, and educator whose work has appeared on stages nationwide, from The Public Theater and Steppenwolf to the Wilma Theater and National Black Theatre. His acclaimed Fat Ham won the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and earned a 2023 Tony nomination for Best Play.
Register now to reserve your spot for this unforgettable event!
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