MERCY KILLING, a new comedy running Nov 1 to 17

We're thrilled to announce the next show in Open Space Arts' QUEER EXPRESSION series – Mercy Killing by Alandra Hileman, coming to our intimate Chicago venue from November 1-17! This dark comedy promises an unforgettable mix of romance, suspense, and quirky characters. The play follows Mercy, a coffee shop barista with a secret: she’s also a serial killer. The only person in on her secret? Thana, the Grim Reaper, who’s also Mercy’s sort-of-girlfriend. Their relationship gets even more complicated when Mercy starts flirting with Angie, a true crime podcaster suspicious there’s a serial killer on the loose. Add Thana’s jealous ex, Harmon (also a Grim Reaper), and you’ve got a hilariously dark love triangle with life-and-death stakes! Chicago’s own Greta Zandstra, a director known for her creative storytelling, is leading the production, featuring a talented cast: Stephanie Fongheiser as Mercy Madeline Ackerlund as Thana Lydia Hanman as Angie Artem Kreimer as Harmon Our 20-seat theater guarantees an up-close experience with immersive storytelling that pulls you right into the action. Grab your tickets soon – they’ll go fast!

  • Stephanie Fongheiser, Madeline Ackerlund, Lydia Hanman, Artem Kreimer.
  • Greta Zandstra
  • Alandra Hileman
  • 100 minutes
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About Open Space Arts / Queer Expression / Arts Judaica

Open Space Arts sponsors two programs. ARTS JUDAICA and QUEER EXPRESSION FILM AND THEATER FEST.  

ARTS JUDAICA produces live theater productions, readings, and workshops that combat antisemitism through the arts throughout the year.

QUEER EXPRESSION FILM AND THEATER FEST has three components: full productions of plays September through June; in-person feature films at FACETS; and streaming short and mid-length films that can be streamed from anywhere.

Find more information on all these programs, or submitting your film, play, or screenplay at openspacearts.org.

OSA membership is $10 per month, and members see all shorts and mid-length contest films for free and get discounted tickets for features..