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The Smiley Tilmon Blues Band featuring Kate Moss
The Smiley Tilmon Band, featuring Kate Moss, performs at The Tonk Live on Saturday, May 11th, from 8 to 11 p.m. Smiley Tilmon, an 84-year-old…
Saturday, May 11th
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.The Tonk
1800 S Racine AveMusic & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Best Of Annoyance Sketch
Enjoy the best sketch comedy Chicago has to offer! The Annoyance Theatre has been at the crux of the comedy scene in Chicago for over…
Saturday, May 11th
9:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Muse: Earth
Muse is a live music experience that incorporates drag, burlesque, clowning and other art forms to explore universal themes. Muse: Earth is the final installment…
Saturday, May 11th
9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.Newport Theatre
956 W Newport AveMusic & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Teatro Zinzanni
Tickets are on sale Now at https://zinzanni.com/chicago/ for Love, Chaos, & Dinner ! Teatro Zinzanni returns to the vibrant Chicago Loop inside the velvet walls…
Sunday, May 12th
5:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. RandolphMusic & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
FREE Concert Featuring Très Belle & Paul Dykstra
Enjoy a free concert featuring the soprano trio Très Belle accompanied by pianist Paul Dykstra, as part of a special Mother’s Day concert at Concordia…
Sunday, May 12th
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.Concordia Lutheran Church
3855 N. Seeley AveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Swingin’ on a Star
Join us for a lovely Mother’s Day Brunch. The fabulous harmonies of the Swingin’ Sisters will charm and uplift your spirits as we swing into…
Sunday, May 12th
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.Le Piano
6970 N. Glenwood Ave.Music & Comedy
University Wind Ensemble
The University Wind Ensemble is joined by special guest artists for two captivating works: Alan Theisen’s AMP concerto for piano and wind ensemble featuring pianist Marianne Parker,…
Sunday, May 12th
2:00 p.m.Logan Center for the Arts – Performance Hall
915 E 60th StMusic & Comedy
Early Music Ensemble
The Early Music Ensemble completes its year-long commemoration of the life of William Byrd with a performance of the complete Mass for Five Voices. The…
Sunday, May 12th
5:00 p.m.Logan Center for the Arts – Penthouse, 901
915 E 60th StFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Miz Cracker – Big Gay Cabaret
Miz Cracker is a New York City drag queen—and a writer, foodie, and comedienne. She launched her drag career in 2011 while participating in marches…
Sunday, May 12th
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Venus Cabaret Theater
3741 North Southport AvenueMusic & Comedy
Mother’s Day Celebration: Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond & Tamela Mann
Treat The Mother In Your Life To A Mother’s Day Celebration featuring gospel’s biggest artists and new trailblazers that you must see. This Show Features…
Sunday, May 12th
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.House Of Hope
752 E 114th StMusic & Comedy
Da Wittle Team Show
Da Wittle Team Show is an improv showcase spotlighting some of the best small-prov teams in the city. Each week, a different lineup of hot, diverse…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Craig Pomranz: Berlin to Dylan to Simon & Garfunkel
Craig Pomranz returns to Chicago with his show Berlin to Dylan to Simon & Garfunkel: Songbook throughout the years. Critics rave “Best Male Vocalist!”, “Tenor…
Sunday, May 12th
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.Davenport’s Piano Bar and Cabaret
1383 North Milwaukee AvenueMusic & Comedy
University Chorus
Enjoy classical repertoire from different periods, songs from around the world, and a performance of Freedom Land, a Gullah stickpounding choral collaboration led by Visiting Artist-in-Residence…
Monday, May 13th
7:30 p.m.Logan Center for the Arts – Performance Hall
915 E 60th StFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Studs’ Place – One more time (Musical Mondays)
A musical salute to Chicago’s own Studs Terkel by Chicago Cabaret Professionals. Studs Terkel, the great writer/interviewer, produced essays and conversations on almost every genre…
Monday, May 13th
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.The Rhapsody Theater
1328 W Morse AveMusic & Comedy
Music beyond cultural divides: Celebrating 30 years of sister city friendship: Chicago & Hamburg
The Hamburg Committee of the Chicago Sister Cities International (CSCI) is proud to celebrate the 30th anniversary of our sister city relationship with Hamburg in…
Monday, May 13th
8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.Museum of Contemporary Art
220 E. Chicago Ave.Music & Comedy
Craig David – 7 Days Commitment Tour 2024
Legendary British singer / songwriter Craig David will perform live at The Chicago Theatre on May 13, 2024.
Monday, May 13th
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.The Chicago Theatre
175 N. StateFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
A Smashing Hot Evening with Lynne Jordan
In a city brimming with classic blues and jazz divas, Lynne Jordan stands apart. Not only do her soaring vocals dip effortlessly into blues, jazz,…
Tuesday, May 14th
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.The Cliff Dwellers
200 S. Michigan Ave, 22nd FlMusic & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
CSO Brass Quintet Plays Bach & More
Known for its ongoing legacy of excellence, the CSO Brass Quintet has been performing at near-capacity events for decades. Its mission, says quintet member and…
Tuesday, May 14th
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Chicago Symphony Center
220 S Michigan AveMusic & Comedy
Tuesday Good Show
Showcasing some of the best performers in the city, Tuesday Good Show is a free weekly variety show hosted by Nick Bonsignore and Keller Paulson.…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Café Carly – When I Grow Up
Café Carly cabaret show — featuring Chicago’s most talented young musical theater performers, wrangled into a uniquely themed show by hometown girl (and former NYC…
Tuesday, May 14th
7:30 p.m.Hey Nonny
10 S. Vail Ave.Music & Comedy
Chamber Music Showcase
Musicians from the Chamber Music Program present an exciting evening of classical and contemporary works for small ensembles. Free admission
Tuesday, May 14th
7:30 p.m.Fulton Recital Hall, Goodspeed Hall
1010 E. 59th St.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Chicago’s Best Standup
Chicago’s Best Standup Comedy is back better than ever. We’ve compiled the absolute best standup comedy lineup that you will see in the city. Today’s…
Tuesday, May 14th
7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Laugh Factory, 3175 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657
3175 N. Broadway StMusic & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Happy 2 B Here – Sketch Comedy for Everyone
HAPPY 2 B HERE is a kaleidoscopic sketch comedy extravaganza starring Liz Gordon, Alba Woolard, Catrina Hughes, Willis Brei, and Conor Delaney. It’s a show…
Tuesday, May 14th
8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Best Night Ever Comedy Show
Best Night Ever is one of the city’s longest-running standup comedy showcases. Since 2009 the show has been highlighting comics from all over the city…
Tuesday, May 14th
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.The Lincoln Lodge
2040 N Milwaukee Ave
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