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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.The Harris Theater for Music and Dance
205 East Randolph StreetFestivals, 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.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 AvenueMusic & 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…
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.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…
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.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…
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, 60606Festivals, 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.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.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, 60601Theatre & 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…
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.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, 60601Festivals, 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.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 BlvdTheatre & 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, 60606Theatre & 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…
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, 60025Theatre & 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.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, 60601Theatre & 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 BlvdTheatre & 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

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