Ballet Chicago’s: The Nutcracker
Dec20
Theatre & Performing Arts

Ballet Chicago’s: The Nutcracker

Through its inspiring story, beautiful music, and charming choreography, “The Nutcracker” celebrates the joyous holiday season. Ballet Chicago’s production takes us on an unforgettable journey…

Sunday, December 20th
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Drunk Christmas Carol
Dec20
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Drunk Christmas Carol

Drunk Christmas Carol, presented by the Drunk Shakespeare Society, brings a boozy twist on Charles Dickens’ holiday classic to Chicago for a limited run at…

Sunday, December 20th
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
182 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago
182 N. Wabash Ave.
Drunk Christmas Carol
Dec20
Theatre & Performing Arts

Drunk Christmas Carol

Step into Drunk Shakespeare Chicago as Dickens gets a boozy holiday shake-up

Sunday, December 20th
7:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Drunk Shakespeare Chicago
182 North Wabash Avenue
Pandemonium, Please Hold
Dec20
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Pandemonium, Please Hold

The Second City’s 114th Mainstage Revue Pandemonium, Please Hold is a loud, fast, and gloriously unhinged night of comedic mayhem. The Second City’s six-person cast…

Sunday, December 20th
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St.
Vape! The Grease Parody
Dec20
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Vape! The Grease Parody

Vape! lovingly pokes fun at all of the wonderful moments, sexual innuendos, outrageous characters, rivalries and secret romances from the original musical. The hair products may…

Sunday, December 20th
7:30 p.m. – 8:55 p.m.
Apollo Theater
2550 N. Lincoln Ave.
ATPT Announces Final Season of “Port of Entry”
Dec20
Theatre & Performing Arts

ATPT Announces Final Season of “Port of Entry”

After four years of sold-out performances, Port of Entry returns for its final season beginning Oct. 29. Created by Albany Park Theater Project and Third…

Sunday, December 20th
7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Albany Park
3030 West Lawrence
Drunk Christmas Carol
Dec21
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Drunk Christmas Carol

Drunk Christmas Carol, presented by the Drunk Shakespeare Society, brings a boozy twist on Charles Dickens’ holiday classic to Chicago for a limited run at…

Monday, December 21st
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
182 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago
182 N. Wabash Ave.
ATPT Announces Final Season of “Port of Entry”
Dec21
Theatre & Performing Arts

ATPT Announces Final Season of “Port of Entry”

After four years of sold-out performances, Port of Entry returns for its final season beginning Oct. 29. Created by Albany Park Theater Project and Third…

Monday, December 21st
7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Albany Park
3030 West Lawrence
Joffrey Ballet: The Nutcracker – Chicago, IL
Dec22
Theatre & Performing Arts

Joffrey Ballet: The Nutcracker – Chicago, IL

The Joffrey Ballet is bringing its critically acclaimed annual holiday production of The Nutcracker back to the Lyric Opera House from December 4 through December…

Tuesday, December 22nd
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Lyric Opera of Chicago
20 N. Wacker Dr. , Chicago, IL, 60606
Drunk Christmas Carol
Dec22
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Drunk Christmas Carol

Drunk Christmas Carol, presented by the Drunk Shakespeare Society, brings a boozy twist on Charles Dickens’ holiday classic to Chicago for a limited run at…

Tuesday, December 22nd
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
182 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago
182 N. Wabash Ave.
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas – The Musical – Chicago, IL
Dec22
Theatre & Performing Arts

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas – The Musical – Chicago, IL

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical is returning to Chicago for a festive, multi-week holiday run from Thursday, December 10 through Sunday,…

Tuesday, December 22nd
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
James M. Nederlander Theatre
24 W. Randolph St.
The Sound of Music
Dec22
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Sound of Music

For 65 years, THE SOUND OF MUSIC has been one of our “favorite things.” With its timeless story and irresistibly charming score, this Rodgers &…

Tuesday, December 22nd
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St. , Chicago, IL, 60601
ATPT Announces Final Season of “Port of Entry”
Dec22
Theatre & Performing Arts

ATPT Announces Final Season of “Port of Entry”

After four years of sold-out performances, Port of Entry returns for its final season beginning Oct. 29. Created by Albany Park Theater Project and Third…

Tuesday, December 22nd
7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Albany Park
3030 West Lawrence
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas – The Musical – Chicago, IL
Dec23
Theatre & Performing Arts

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas – The Musical – Chicago, IL

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical is returning to Chicago for a festive, multi-week holiday run from Thursday, December 10 through Sunday,…

Wednesday, December 23rd
10:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
James M. Nederlander Theatre
24 W. Randolph St.
The Sound of Music
Dec23
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Sound of Music

For 65 years, THE SOUND OF MUSIC has been one of our “favorite things.” With its timeless story and irresistibly charming score, this Rodgers &…

Wednesday, December 23rd
1:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St. , Chicago, IL, 60601
Drunk Christmas Carol
Dec23
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Drunk Christmas Carol

Drunk Christmas Carol, presented by the Drunk Shakespeare Society, brings a boozy twist on Charles Dickens’ holiday classic to Chicago for a limited run at…

Wednesday, December 23rd
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
182 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago
182 N. Wabash Ave.
It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!
Dec23
Theatre & Performing Arts

It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!

25th anniversary of Chicago’s holiday smash hit! Filled with heartwarming storytelling, music, and some very special surprises. George Bailey – the Everyman from small town…

Wednesday, December 23rd
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
American Blues Theater
5627 N Lincoln Blvd
Joffrey Ballet: The Nutcracker – Chicago, IL
Dec23
Theatre & Performing Arts

Joffrey Ballet: The Nutcracker – Chicago, IL

The Joffrey Ballet is bringing its critically acclaimed annual holiday production of The Nutcracker back to the Lyric Opera House from December 4 through December…

Wednesday, December 23rd
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Lyric Opera of Chicago
20 N. Wacker Dr. , Chicago, IL, 60606
ATPT Announces Final Season of “Port of Entry”
Dec23
Theatre & Performing Arts

ATPT Announces Final Season of “Port of Entry”

After four years of sold-out performances, Port of Entry returns for its final season beginning Oct. 29. Created by Albany Park Theater Project and Third…

Wednesday, December 23rd
7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Albany Park
3030 West Lawrence
Oil Lamp Theater Presents “It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”
Dec23
Theatre & Performing Arts

Oil Lamp Theater Presents “It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”

Oil Lamp Theater is proud to announce the cast and creative team for its next production and the final production in its 2026 season, It’s…

Wednesday, December 23rd
7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Oil Lamp Theater
1723 Glenview Rd, Glenview, IL, 60025
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas – The Musical – Chicago, IL
Dec24
Theatre & Performing Arts

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas – The Musical – Chicago, IL

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical is returning to Chicago for a festive, multi-week holiday run from Thursday, December 10 through Sunday,…

Thursday, December 24th
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
James M. Nederlander Theatre
24 W. Randolph St.
The Sound of Music
Dec24
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Sound of Music

For 65 years, THE SOUND OF MUSIC has been one of our “favorite things.” With its timeless story and irresistibly charming score, this Rodgers &…

Thursday, December 24th
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St. , Chicago, IL, 60601
It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!
Dec24
Theatre & Performing Arts

It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!

25th anniversary of Chicago’s holiday smash hit! Filled with heartwarming storytelling, music, and some very special surprises. George Bailey – the Everyman from small town…

Thursday, December 24th
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
American Blues Theater
5627 N Lincoln Blvd
Joffrey Ballet: The Nutcracker – Chicago, IL
Dec24
Theatre & Performing Arts

Joffrey Ballet: The Nutcracker – Chicago, IL

The Joffrey Ballet is bringing its critically acclaimed annual holiday production of The Nutcracker back to the Lyric Opera House from December 4 through December…

Thursday, December 24th
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Lyric Opera of Chicago
20 N. Wacker Dr. , Chicago, IL, 60606