“Panther in the Sky”: Panel discussion and performances with Actor Talk-Back

You are invited to attend a two‑day event examining the intersections of gun violence, disability, trauma and community resilience, featuring a panel discussion and performances of “Panther in the Sky,” a play by Lani T. Montreal. Space is limited. Tickets are required to attend. Get tickets.

“Panther in the Sky” explores the enduring love between mothers and sons and the profound cost of gun violence in communities.

April 13, 2-4 p.m. — Panel discussion exploring the intersections of gun violence, disability and mental well-being

April 14, 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. — “Panther in the Sky” performances and post-show Q&A. ASL, CART and audio description available. Community reception follows.

Content warning: This event includes discussions of gun violence, loss, grief and trauma, and their impact on disabled survivors, their families and the community.

For access inquiries, contact Jae Jin Pak at jjpak@uic.edu.

For event inquiries, contact Rooshey Hasnain at roosheyh@uic.edu.

Presented by UIC, the Department of Disability and Human Development, the Institute on Disability and Human Development, the Disability Cultural Center, Rehabilitation Sciences and the University Library. Also including collaborators Bodies of Work Co/Lab, The WAANT Program, CIRCA-Pintig, Corners: Center for Food Equity & Medicine, Chicagoland Disabled People of Color Coalition, DHD‑USA, Digital Tapestries and additional campus and community collaborators.