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Unique perspectives on the city from the people who live here.

Girls Like Us — It’s My Party: Celebrating the Girls and the Groups of the 1960s

When we talk about music of the 1960s, most people think of Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and the Rolling Stones — but that’s…

Chicago Cabaret Professionals presents Musical Mondays: Tony Bennett at 100

Join us as we celebrate the 100th birthday of the one and only Tony Bennett! This Chicago Cabaret Week show highlights his incredible musical legacy,…

Sonia Oyola & Bob Solone – Love Songs for You

Sonia Oyola and Bob Solone are excited to share more of their favorite love songs and duets in English/Spanish. Their shows always feature an eclectic,…

Francesca Amari – Different Drum: The Music of Linda Ronstadt

Linda Ronstadt is one of the biggest names in pop/rock music history, earning 12 Grammys & selling 100 million+ albums. Her iconic voice helped shape…