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Splatter Theater
Oct19
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Splatter Theater

In the town of Mayfield, thirteen horror movie caricatures find themselves at the murderous whims of some guy in a hockey mask. In the annual…

Saturday October 19, 2024
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Felipe Esparza: At My Leisure World Tour
Oct19
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Felipe Esparza: At My Leisure World Tour

Felipe Esparza is a stand-up comedian and actor who has come a long way since winning NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” in 2010. While that may…

Saturday October 19, 2024
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Chicago Theatre
175 N. State
Chicago Made Music Showcase Finale
Oct19
Music & Comedy

Chicago Made Music Showcase Finale

The annual Chicago Made Music Showcase invites all Chicagoland musicians to audition for a chance to perform before a panel of industry experts to win…

Saturday October 19, 2024
7:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Ciladee Presents: “The Art of Release” Album Release Party
Oct19
Music & Comedy

Ciladee Presents: “The Art of Release” Album Release Party

Join Ciladee in celebrating the release of her debut album, The Art of Release! This album which has been in the making for nearly 4…

Saturday October 19, 2024
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
SoNa Chicago Contemporary Art
1527 N Ashland Ave
Baby Wants Candy! The Original Completely Improvised Musical
Oct19
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…

Saturday October 19, 2024
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St.
Clued In
Oct19
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Clued In

After getting a single suggestion, the cast of six professional comedians asks the audience to choose a detective. Enjoy as they invent a tale of…

Saturday October 19, 2024
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St., Theater on the Second Floor
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Nicholas Kraemer – Mozart’s Coronation Mass
Oct19
Music & Comedy

Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Nicholas Kraemer – Mozart’s Coronation Mass

Join Nicholas Kraemer and four preeminent singers for a selection of Handel’s brilliant and soul-stirring vocal numbers, which explore the full spectrum of human emotions…

Saturday October 19, 2024
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Chicago Symphony Center
220 S Michigan Ave
Mozart Coronation Mass
Oct19
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Mozart Coronation Mass

Join Nicholas Kraemer and four preeminent singers for a selection of Handel’s brilliant and soul-stirring vocal numbers, which explore the full spectrum of human emotions…

Saturday October 19, 2024
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Chicago Symphony Center
220 S Michigan Ave
SOFI TUKKER – The BREAD Tour
Oct19
Music & Comedy

SOFI TUKKER – The BREAD Tour

GRAMMY-nominated dance duo SOFI TUKKER will perform live at Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom on Oct. 19, 2024.

Saturday October 19, 2024
7:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Sweetest Day Comedy Jam: Nephew Tommy, Billy Bellamy, Luenell & Tony Roberts
Oct19
Music & Comedy

Sweetest Day Comedy Jam: Nephew Tommy, Billy Bellamy, Luenell & Tony Roberts

Get ready for a night of laughter at the Sweetest Day Comedy Jam! This spectacular event is set to take place at the Wintrust Arena…

Saturday October 19, 2024
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Bri Bagwell Live at Joe’s Bar
Oct19
Music & Comedy

Bri Bagwell Live at Joe’s Bar

Texas Female Artist of the Decade and reigning Female Vocalist of the Year, Bri Bagwell, is a force to be reckoned with from her rousingly…

Saturday October 19, 2024
8:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
Joe’s On Weed Street
940 W Weed St
LaMP (Russ Lawton, Scott Metzger, Ray Paczkowski) + Lunar Ticks
Oct19
Music & Comedy

LaMP (Russ Lawton, Scott Metzger, Ray Paczkowski) + Lunar Ticks

LaMP is a supergroup featuring Scott Metzger, Russ Lawton, and Ray Paczkowski. They released a self-titled EP in 2020, recorded in May 2019 at Sugarhouse…

Saturday October 19, 2024
8:30 p.m.11:30 p.m.
1st Ward at Chop Shop
2033 W. North Ave
Here 4 A Bit *Naughty Improv
Oct19
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 October 19, 2024
9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St., Theater on the Second Floor
Haunted: The Improvised Ghost Hunters at Second City
Oct19
Music & Comedy

Haunted: The Improvised Ghost Hunters at Second City

Haunted: The Improvised Ghost Hunters brings you a brand new, never-before-seen “episode” every week! “Haunted” is a longform improvised comedy show in which a group…

Saturday October 19, 2024
9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St.
Haunted: The Improvised Ghost Hunters at Second City
Oct19
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Haunted: The Improvised Ghost Hunters at Second City

It’s spooky season and we’re back at Second City! Join at at 9 PM Saturday nights to cheer on your favorite ghost hunters as we…

Saturday October 19, 2024
9:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St.
Best Of Annoyance Sketch
Oct19
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 October 19, 2024
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
Oct19
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 October 19, 2024
10:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Teatro Zinzanni
Oct20
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 October 20, 2024
5:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
It’s Britney, Brunch!
Oct20
Music & Comedy

It’s Britney, Brunch!

Join us on October 20th for a Britney Spears-inspired brunch in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Enjoy themed drinks, live DJ beats, and exciting…

Sunday October 20, 2024
11:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.
Hopsmith Tavern
15 W. Division St
Society of American Magicians Family Magic Spooktacular!
Oct20
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Society of American Magicians Family Magic Spooktacular!

Voted in the top three BEST VENUES TO WATCH MAGIC in the current Chicago Reader Best of Chicago Poll, we offer a great show for…

Sunday October 20, 2024
2:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Sideshow Gelato
4819 N Western
Lil Durk – First Annual Birthday Bash
Oct20
Music & Comedy

Lil Durk – First Annual Birthday Bash

Chicago’s Lil Durk is bringing his First Annual Birthday Bash to United Center! Catch the hometown celebration live on October 20.

Sunday October 20, 2024
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
United Center
1901 W Madison St.
Mutt Comedy Competition Show
Oct20
Music & Comedy

Mutt Comedy Competition Show

This competition game show will have a variety of different games, trivia, and punishments while inviting the audience to enter for a chance to participate.…

Sunday October 20, 2024
9:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Magic Mondays at Davenport’s
Oct21
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Magic Mondays at Davenport’s

Experience an unforgettable night of wonder at Magic Mondays at Davenport’s! Hosted by award-winning magician John Sturk, this monthly showcase features Chicago’s top conjurors performing…

Monday October 21, 2024
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Davenport’s Piano Bar and Cabaret
1383 North Milwaukee Avenue
André 3000 – New Blue Sun Tour
Oct21
Music & Comedy

André 3000 – New Blue Sun Tour

Atlanta Hip Hop legend André 3000 /w special guest Meshell Ndegeocello will perform live at The Salt Shed Indoors on Oct. 21, 2024.

Monday October 21, 2024
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
The Salt Shed
1357 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
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