The Hula-Hoopin’ Queen May 9, 2026

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CHICAGO – YPT’s acclaimed 4th season concludes with Thelma Lynn Goodin’s joyous celebration of family, friends, and community in a close-knit Harlem neighborhood!

Evanston playwright Gloria Bond Clunie’s spirited adaptation of the award-winning Hula-Hoopin’ Queen runs May 9 – May 31 at Lincoln Park’s historic Greenhouse Theatre Center. For tickets and additional information, visit yptchi.org or call the box office at 773 404 7336.

THE HULA-HOOPIN’ QUEEN
May 9 – May 31, 2026

The whole neighborhood has the HULA HOOPIN’ itch!

Whether she’s doing tricks or rappin’ rhymes, Kameeka lives and breathes hula hoops! But when Jamara challenges her to a winner-take-all contest on the same day as Miz Adeline’s 80th birthday party, Kameeka must decide what matters most. HHQ is an intergenerational exploration of community, friendship, and responsibility that is sure to make audiences of all ages want their own HOOP!

Asked what attracted her to the Chicago Public Library “Best of the Best” award-winning book, Evanston playwright Gloria Bond Clunie noted, “I love that we meet Kameeka, a spunky African-American girl who is smart, stubborn, strong, has goals, understands personal and community responsibility—and makes mistakes and then owns up to them. She also finds creative solutions in order to make amends. I love that Kemeeka springs from a rich, caring intergenerational community. And I love the unexpected turn of events that resolves the title of Hula-Hooping Queen through the celebration of elders and a hula-hooping dance party!”

Championed by Oprah Winfrey, (google “Oprah reads Hula-Hoopin Queen”!) this sweet and funny new play is a joyful reminder of the essentials that bind our communities!

“Filled with positive energy, good vibes, and good lessons. A treat for family members of any age!” —  MDTheatre Guide
“A fresh, funny, heartwarming journey.” — Seattle’s Child

Tickets starting at $21.50 (under 12) & $32.50
70 mins. Best Enjoyed by Everyone 4+