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Theatre & Performing Arts
20 Years of Chicago Film Archives
In celebration of Chicago Film Archives’ 20th year, the CFA has put together a cavalcade of short silent films that they have photochemically preserved over…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Roomful of Teeth
“Exhilarating…and like most of Roomful of Teeth, it will send an unnameable thrill down your spine.” – Pitchfork Magazine Unmatched in their vocal prowess, power, and…
Theatre & Performing Arts
The Lincoln Lodge
The Lincoln Lodge stand-up comedy and variety showcase plays every Friday and Saturday night in Chicago’s glamorous Logan Square! In addition to The Lodge’s rotating…
Music & Comedy
Alexander/McLean Project
Acclaimed jazz singer Dee Alexander and guitarist John McLean return to Studio5 for another evening of memorable music. Alexander’s soulful musicality and utterly joyous stage…
Music & Comedy
ESS Presents: Kalia Vandever with Maria Chávez
About Kalia Vandever: Kalia Vandever is an American trombonist and composer living in Brooklyn, NY. Her approach to the trombone is distinctive and defined by…
Music & Comedy
‘Imaginary Eyes’ Record Release Show
Doors at 8PM; Opening set by Dark Canyon Imaginary Eyes (out on Nudie Records 9/27) is an exploration into composer/pianist Maxx McGathey’s dark, suspenseful, cinematic sound-world with soaring…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Voila: The Improvised Musical
iO Chicago presents: a fully made-up, off-off-off Broadway style musical every Friday at 10pm in the Fremont Theater. Spend your Friday night with us. See…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Milo Imagines The World – A World Premiere Musical
MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD is a musical odyssey of imagination. Through vibrant song, expressive dance, and a whole lot of imagination, this magical, musical journey…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts
Destinos 7th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival
CLATA ANNOUNCES DESTINOS, 7TH CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL LATINO THEATER FESTIVAL, FEATURING MOST EXTENSIVE FESTIVAL LINE-UP IN ITS HISTORY, WITH WORKS FROM BRAZIL, CHILE, ARGENTINA, MEXICO, THE…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Avenue Q
Avenue QMusic and Lyrics By Jeff Marx & Robert Lopez Book By Jeff Whitty Directed by Joe Lehman Music Director: James Mablin September 13 –…
Theatre & Performing Arts
The Last Wide Open
A diner. 10PM. Chicago.What if you found your person, but the timing was off? Three times! Lina and MikoÅ‚aj’s lives intersect and parallel as three…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Into The Woods
Escape into a fantastical fairytale adventure where wishes come true, but not always for free. A trove of storybook characters’ paths intertwine as they chase…
Theatre & Performing Arts
First Date
A Musical Romantic Comedy Indulge in the irresistible charm and lively musical numbers of First Date. When conventional, high-strung Aaron is set up on a…
Theatre & Performing Arts
1776
Summer, 1776 – The nation is ready to declare independence…if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! Witness the birth of the nation…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Milo Imagines The World – A World Premiere Musical
MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD is a musical odyssey of imagination. Through vibrant song, expressive dance, and a whole lot of imagination, this magical, musical journey…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Gallery Opening Reception: desde afuera. rapid. chaotic.
desde afuera. rapid. chaotic. is a weeklong gallery exhibition dedicated to celebrating the rich history of the Chicago punk scene. Curated by Maya Ortiz Saucedo,…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
The United Colors of Robert Earl Paige at Hyde Park Art Center
Hyde Park Art Center proudly presents The United Colors of Robert Earl Paige, the career-spanning survey of artist, designer, and educator Robert Earl Paige (b.…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Chicago: Home of House Exhibit
Commemorating the 40th anniversary of House music, this one-of-a-kind exhibit will pay homage to the energy, music, and dance of Black and Latino youth on…
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…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
The Great Filipino Songbook at Revere Park
THE GREAT FILIPINO SONGBOOK at REVERE PARK Oct 12 2024 | 1 to 4 PM Revere Park | 2509 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL…
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…
Theatre & Performing Arts
BLANK! The Musical
Gather your friends, grab your phone, and share your ideas. At BLANK! The Musical, you create an entire Broadway-style production. This incredible show is completely improvised.…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Baby Wants Candy! The Original Completely Improvised Musical
“CRITICS’ PICK. TRULY AMAZING!” – New York Times “BEST VISITING IMPROV COMEDY!”– TimeOut NY “HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!” – The Onion “★★★★★” THEY ARE AN ENTERTAINMENT PHENOMENON AND I…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
A Night of Gladys
Kat Victoria in A Knight of Gladys, a musical tribute like no other featuring two hours of nothing but classic hits by the Empress of…
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