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Filament Theatre’s Think Fast, Jordan Chase!
Mar18
Apr16
Theatre & Performing Arts

Filament Theatre’s Think Fast, Jordan Chase!

Chicago’s Filament Theatre (4041 N. Milwaukee Avenue in Portage Park) – nationally recognized as a pioneer in ‘anti-adultist’ theater-making and creating work for, and with,…

Saturday, March 18th
2:00 p.m.Sunday, April 16th
2:00 p.m.
Filament Theatre
4041 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Filament Theatre’s Think Fast, Jordan Chase!
Mar18
Apr16
Theatre & Performing Arts

Filament Theatre’s Think Fast, Jordan Chase!

Chicago’s Filament Theatre (4041 N. Milwaukee Avenue in Portage Park) – nationally recognized as a pioneer in ‘anti-adultist’ theater-making and creating work for, and with,…

Saturday, March 18th
2:00 p.m.Sunday, April 16th
2:00 p.m.
Filament Theatre
4041 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Layalina
Mar27
Theatre & Performing Arts

Layalina

A surprising new play about how families fall apart—and find each other again—amidst turbulent global and social change. In 2003, newly-wed Layal and her family…

Monday, March 27th
Goodman Theatre
170 N. Dearborn St.
Layalina
Mar28
Theatre & Performing Arts

Layalina

A surprising new play about how families fall apart—and find each other again—amidst turbulent global and social change. In 2003, newly-wed Layal and her family…

Tuesday, March 28th
Goodman Theatre
170 N. Dearborn St.
The Book of Mormon
Mar28
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Book of Mormon

The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your…

Tuesday, March 28th
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St.
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
Mar28
Theatre & Performing Arts

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical

THERE IS ONLY ONE. HER VOICE IS UNDENIABLE. HER FIRE IS UNSTOPPABLE. HER TRIUMPH IS UNLIKE ANY OTHER. An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA…

Tuesday, March 28th
Beyond the Aria: Program IV
Mar28
Theatre & Performing Arts

Beyond the Aria: Program IV

Presented in partnership with Lyric Opera of Chicago, Beyond the Aria features opera luminaries and emerging stars performing repertoire of their choosing in an intimate and interactive…

Tuesday, March 28th
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Best Night Ever Comedy Show
Mar28
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, March 28th
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge
2040 N Milwaukee Ave
Do the Right Thing, No Worries If Not
Mar28
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Do the Right Thing, No Worries If Not

The Second City is sorry not sorry for making you laugh with the 110th Mainstage revue, Do the Right Thing, No Worries If Not. Leave your worries…

Tuesday, March 28th
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Second City
230 West North Ave, 3rd Floor
CFC Presents: Tuesday Takeover @ The Lincoln Lodge
Mar28
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

CFC Presents: Tuesday Takeover @ The Lincoln Lodge

We’re making Tuesday’s funny again! Every week at 9! Featuring the best comics from all over the country in the heart of Logan Square. Tuesdays…

Tuesday, March 28th
9:00 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge
2040 N Milwaukee Ave
Layalina
Mar29
Theatre & Performing Arts

Layalina

A surprising new play about how families fall apart—and find each other again—amidst turbulent global and social change. In 2003, newly-wed Layal and her family…

Wednesday, March 29th
Goodman Theatre
170 N. Dearborn St.
The Book of Mormon
Mar29
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Book of Mormon

The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your…

Wednesday, March 29th
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St.
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
Mar29
Theatre & Performing Arts

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical

THERE IS ONLY ONE. HER VOICE IS UNDENIABLE. HER FIRE IS UNSTOPPABLE. HER TRIUMPH IS UNLIKE ANY OTHER. An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA…

Wednesday, March 29th
Drunk Shakespeare
Mar29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Drunk Shakespeare

Five classically-trained actors meet as members of “The Drunk Shakespeare Society.” One drinks at least 5 shots of whiskey and then attempts to perform a…

Wednesday, March 29th
5:00 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Lion Theatre
182 N Wabash Ave (near E Lake St)
Cabaret ZaZou
Mar29
Theatre & Performing Arts

Cabaret ZaZou

Cabaret ZaZou is a unique entertainment experience where raucous comedy, extraordinary live music, international cirque performances, and a multi-course feast collide. As guests enter the…

Wednesday, March 29th
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Proximity
Mar29
Theatre & Performing Arts

Proximity

Sure to be one of the most widely heralded musical events of 2022/23, Proximity is a gripping, powerful trio of new works that confronts head-on some of…

Wednesday, March 29th
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Lyric Opera House
20 N Wacker Drive
Story Jam Presents: Le Femmes
Mar29
Theatre & Performing Arts

Story Jam Presents: Le Femmes

Story Jam is known for crafted personal stories, excellent musicianship, and bringing energy, social awareness, and diversity to the Chicago storytelling scene. Perfect for music lovers…

Wednesday, March 29th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Artifact Events
4325 N. Ravenswood Ave
Do the Right Thing, No Worries If Not
Mar29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Do the Right Thing, No Worries If Not

The Second City is sorry not sorry for making you laugh with the 110th Mainstage revue, Do the Right Thing, No Worries If Not. Leave your worries…

Wednesday, March 29th
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Second City
230 West North Ave, 3rd Floor
Music Theater Works Announces The Tony Award-Winning “Avenue Q,”
Mar29
Theatre & Performing Arts

Music Theater Works Announces The Tony Award-Winning “Avenue Q,”

Music Theater Works is proud to announce the first production in its 43rd season, Avenue Q, directed and choreographed by Christopher Pazdernik, assistant directed by…

Wednesday, March 29th
8:00 p.m.10:30 p.m.
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie
9501 Skokie Blvd.
Layalina
Mar30
Theatre & Performing Arts

Layalina

A surprising new play about how families fall apart—and find each other again—amidst turbulent global and social change. In 2003, newly-wed Layal and her family…

Thursday, March 30th
Goodman Theatre
170 N. Dearborn St.
The Book of Mormon
Mar30
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Book of Mormon

The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your…

Thursday, March 30th
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St.
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
Mar30
Theatre & Performing Arts

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical

THERE IS ONLY ONE. HER VOICE IS UNDENIABLE. HER FIRE IS UNSTOPPABLE. HER TRIUMPH IS UNLIKE ANY OTHER. An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA…

Thursday, March 30th
Carmen
Mar30
Theatre & Performing Arts

Carmen

Carmen is irresistible from the first note of the electrifying prelude right to the end of the devastating finale. The immortal tale of the restless, free-spirited…

Thursday, March 30th
2:00 p.m.5:30 p.m.
Lyric Opera House
20 N Wacker Drive
Drunk Shakespeare
Mar30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Drunk Shakespeare

Five classically-trained actors meet as members of “The Drunk Shakespeare Society.” One drinks at least 5 shots of whiskey and then attempts to perform a…

Thursday, March 30th
5:00 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Lion Theatre
182 N Wabash Ave (near E Lake St)
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