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Ricky Sim: Coming Out To Dead People
Jun14
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Ricky Sim: Coming Out To Dead People

Following sold-out shows and multiple rave reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, London’s Soho Theatre, and Off-Broadway at Soho Playhouse, comedian and storyteller Ricky Sim…

Saturday, June 14th
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.
Natalia Lafourcade – Cancionera Tour
Jun14
Music & Comedy

Natalia Lafourcade – Cancionera Tour

Natalia Lafourcade brings the Cancionera Tour to The Chicago Theatre on Saturday, June 14.

Saturday, June 14th
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
The Chicago Theatre
175 N. State
Here 4 A Bit *Naughty Improv
Jun14
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Here 4 A Bit *Naughty Improv

Join us again for a whose line styled night of explosive laughter that will titillate your “funny” bone. Fast paced short form improv, hilarious songs,…

Saturday, June 14th
9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St., Theater on the Second Floor
Best Of Annoyance Sketch
Jun14
Music & 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, June 14th
9:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.
LET’S PLAY A GAME: Chicago’s scariest short-form show
Jun14
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

LET’S PLAY A GAME: Chicago’s scariest short-form show

Who’s Line is it Anyways meets Fear Factor in LETS PLAY A GAME, a new short form show that’s a unique blend of comedy, chaos,…

Saturday, June 14th
10:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Kieron Harrell & Friends
Jun14
Music & Comedy

Kieron Harrell & Friends

Kieron Harrell is a Chicago comedian who was born and raised in Ohio, but like anyone trying to succeed in life, he first had to leave…

Saturday, June 14th
10:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
The Comedy Bar
500 N. LaSalle St.
Teatro Zinzanni
Jun15
Music & 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, June 15th
5:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Don’t Call Me White Girl
Jun15
Music & Comedy

Don’t Call Me White Girl

Mona Love is a comedian and podcast host of the ‘Don’t Call Me White Girl’ show. She is known for giving advice and her commentary…

Sunday, June 15th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Comedy Bar
500 N. LaSalle St.
Natalia Lafourcade – Cancionera Tour
Jun15
Music & Comedy

Natalia Lafourcade – Cancionera Tour

Natalia Lafourcade brings the Cancionera Tour to The Chicago Theatre on June 15, 2025.

Sunday, June 15th
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
The Chicago Theatre
175 N. State
Magic Mondays
Jun16
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Magic Mondays

Experience an unforgettable night of wonder at Magic Mondays!! Starring award-winning magician John Sturk, this monthly showcase features Chicago’s top conjurors performing mind-blowing illusions and…

Monday, June 16th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
iO Theater
1501 N. Kingsbury St.
Set Sail with Blues Hall of Famer Michael Charles and His Band
Jun16
Music & Comedy, Sports & Recreation, Tours & Attractions

Set Sail with Blues Hall of Famer Michael Charles and His Band

“Join the power trio of Australian born, Chicago Blues Hall of Famer Michael Charles as he embarks on the Tall Ship Windy for the Monday…

Monday, June 16th
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
Monday Night Concert Series
Jun16
Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions

Monday Night Concert Series

Chase Away your Monday Blues with a Symphony of Soul! We’ll help you chase your “Monday blues”, aboard the 148-foot Tall Ship Windy as you…

Monday, June 16th
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL
600 East Grand Avenue
Ben Folds & Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Jun16
Music & Comedy

Ben Folds & Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Emmy-award nominated composer, singer-songwriter, and pianist Ben Folds joins the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for a night of exceptional performances. Widely regarded as one of the…

Monday, June 16th
7:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Chicago Symphony Center
220 S Michigan Ave
Rush Hour Concerts || Matthew Lipman, Viola Victor Asunción, Piano
Jun17
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Rush Hour Concerts || Matthew Lipman, Viola Victor Asunción, Piano

RUSH HOUR CONCERTS || MATTHEW LIPMAN, VIOLA VICTOR ASUNCIÓN, PIANO PROGRAM: Johannes Brahms – Sonata in F minor, Op. 120 No. 1 Clara Schumann –…

Tuesday, June 17th
5:45 p.m.6:30 p.m.
Tuesday Good Show
Jun17
Music & 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.…

Tuesday, June 17th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Gallery Cabaret
2020 N Oakley Ave
Summer Concert Series – Wild Daisy
Jun17
Music & Comedy

Summer Concert Series – Wild Daisy

Join us for a free, family-friendly concert at the Harrer Park Pavilion, located at 6250 Dempster Street, in the north end of Morton Grove. Music…

Tuesday, June 17th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Harrer Park Pavilion
6250 Dempster (north end of park)
Halsey: For My Last Trick Tour
Jun17
Music & Comedy

Halsey: For My Last Trick Tour

GRAMMY nominated multi-platinum, genre-defying artist Halsey will perform live at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island on June 17 at 7:00pm.

Tuesday, June 17th
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Aaron Wolff, Cello & Victor Asuncion, Piano
Jun18
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Aaron Wolff, Cello & Victor Asuncion, Piano

DAME MYRA HESS MEMORIAL CONCERTS | AARON WOLFF, CELLO VICTOR ASUNCION, PIANO   Program Reena Esmail – Jhula Jule César Franck – Violin Sonata in…

Wednesday, June 18th
12:15 p.m.1:00 p.m.
Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, Chicago
55 E. Wacker Drive
Stick Figure – Island Holiday Tour
Jun18
Music & Comedy

Stick Figure – Island Holiday Tour

/w special guests Stephen Marley & The Hip Abduction

Wednesday, June 18th
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Hooch & Holler Comedy Show
Jun18
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Hooch & Holler Comedy Show

Every Wednesday The Best Speakeasy In Chicago Hosts The Hottest Comedians The City Has To Offer! Indulge In Our Amazing Craft Cocktails And Enjoy An…

Wednesday, June 18th
9:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Bordel Cocktail & Cabaret
1721 W Division
Teatro Zinzanni
Jun19
Music & 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…

Thursday, June 19th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Rockin’ in the Park 2025 Free Summer Concert Series
Jun19
Music & Comedy

Rockin’ in the Park 2025 Free Summer Concert Series

Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district (5501 Park Place, Rosemont) will turn up the volume this summer with the return of its popular “Rockin’ in…

Thursday, June 19th
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Parkway Bank Park Entertainment District
5501 Park Place
Duluth: An Improvised Midwest Murder
Jun19
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Duluth: An Improvised Midwest Murder

Inspired by the hit FX show “Fargo”, Duluth takes audiences into the world of true crime in the Midwest. Each week, the cast of Duluth will…

Thursday, June 19th
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
iO Theater
1501 N. Kingsbury St.
Dumb and Drummer
Jun19
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Dumb and Drummer

Chicago’s best comedians doing their best material over live jazz! Every third Thursday at The Lincoln Lodge Theatre, Hosted by Jamaal Sanders, Hunter Hirsch, and…

Thursday, June 19th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge Theater
2040 N. Milwaukee Ave.
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