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Reimagining Cabaret: Journey through the Genres
Sep18
Theatre & Performing Arts

Reimagining Cabaret: Journey through the Genres

Black Voices in Cabaret presents Reimagining Cabaret: Journey through the Genres September 18th | 7pm – 9pm Logan Center for the Arts | Performance Hall…

Wednesday September 18, 2024
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Logan Center for the Arts – Performance Hall
915 E. 60th St.
Avenue Q Raue Center For The Arts logo
Sep19
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 –…

Thursday September 19, 2024
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N. Williams St.
2024 Reeling Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival
Sep19
Oct6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

2024 Reeling Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival

Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival is the second longest-running film festival of its kind, and prides itself on showcasing the best LGBTQ+ films…

Thursday September 19, 2024Sunday October 6, 2024
Music Box Theatre
3733 North Southport Avenue
The United Colors of Robert Earl Paige at Hyde Park Art Center
Sep19
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.…

Thursday September 19, 2024
11:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Hyde Park Art Center
5020 South Cornell Avenue
Chicago: Home of House Exhibit
Sep19
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…

Thursday September 19, 2024
11:00 a.m.8:00 p.m.
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
Teatro Zinzanni
Sep19
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…

Thursday September 19, 2024
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY ENGLEWOOD JAZZ FESTIVAL
Sep19
Sep21
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Sports & Recreation

THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY ENGLEWOOD JAZZ FESTIVAL

Featuring Nicole Mitchell, Jeremiah Collier, Corey Wilkes, Junius Paul, Greg Ward Quartet, Jahari Stampley, The Young Masters, And an encore performance of Paul Robeson: Man…

Thursday September 19, 2024
6:00 p.m.Saturday September 21, 2024
6:00 p.m.
Hamilton Park and Cultural Center
513 W 72nd St
UniverSoul Circus
Sep19
Theatre & Performing Arts

UniverSoul Circus

UniverSoul Circus 30th Anniversary Extravaganza features superstars from five continents. Electrifying audiences with new fusions of infectious World Music, including popular Afro Beats and hot…

Thursday September 19, 2024
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Washington Park
5531 S. King Dr.
Summer & Fall Afterwork Sunset Cruises on Lake Michigan
Sep19
Tours & Attractions

Summer & Fall Afterwork Sunset Cruises on Lake Michigan

 Experience summer on Lake Michigan with our weekday evening cruises featuring fireworks*, sunsets, skyline views, and cocktails starting May 27th, 2024. Unwind after work with…

Thursday September 19, 2024
7:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
DuSable Harbor 200 N Breakwater Access
DuSable Harbor 200 N Breakwater Access
The Factory Theater Announces Stabbed In The Heart
Sep19
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Factory Theater Announces Stabbed In The Heart

CHICAGO – The Factory Theater and Lindley and Hall Productions are proud to announce the cast and creative team for Stabbed in the Heart, opening…

Thursday September 19, 2024
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Factory Theater
1623 W. Howard St. , Chicago, IL, 60626
Avenue Q Raue Center For The Arts logo
Sep20
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 –…

Friday September 20, 2024
Raue Center for the Arts
26 N. Williams St.
The United Colors of Robert Earl Paige at Hyde Park Art Center
Sep20
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.…

Friday September 20, 2024
11:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Hyde Park Art Center
5020 South Cornell Avenue
Chicago: Home of House Exhibit
Sep20
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…

Friday September 20, 2024
11:00 a.m.8:00 p.m.
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
Curious Theatre Branch announces with a world premiere from Jenny Magnus, The Good
Sep20
Theatre & Performing Arts

Curious Theatre Branch announces with a world premiere from Jenny Magnus, The Good

CHICAGO – Curious Theatre Branch, continues its 35th anniversary season with a world premiere from Founding Co-Artistic Director Jenny Magnus, The Good, March 29 –…

Friday September 20, 2024
3:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Chicago Dramatists
1105 W. Chicago Ave. , Chicago, IL, 60642
WBEZ Presents: Vocalo’s Summer Finale
Sep20
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy

WBEZ Presents: Vocalo’s Summer Finale

We’re wrapping up Chicago summer the best way we know how: live music, dancing, community connection and all-around good vibes at one big party! Join…

Friday September 20, 2024
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph Street
ART TALK: Sage Barnes “Reflection” Exhibition at Arlo Chicago – Opening Reception
Sep20
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

ART TALK: Sage Barnes “Reflection” Exhibition at Arlo Chicago – Opening Reception

Calling all fine art lovers, collectors and enthusiasts to Arlo Chicago on Saturday, September 20 from 6-8 p.m. for the latest iteration in Arlo’s Living…

Friday September 20, 2024
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Arlo Chicago
168 N Michigan Avenue
Teatro Zinzanni
Sep20
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…

Friday September 20, 2024
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
UniverSoul Circus
Sep20
Theatre & Performing Arts

UniverSoul Circus

UniverSoul Circus 30th Anniversary Extravaganza features superstars from five continents. Electrifying audiences with new fusions of infectious World Music, including popular Afro Beats and hot…

Friday September 20, 2024
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Washington Park
5531 S. King Dr.
Spoon River House Festival
Sep20
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Spoon River House Festival

Unique House Festival Honors Chicago Literary Classic in Song Spoon River House Festival Embark on a poetic journey! Let the spirit of author Edgar Lee…

Friday September 20, 2024
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Hyde Park Historic Home
Kenwood and 49th Street
Family Weekend Concert
Sep20
Music & Comedy

Family Weekend Concert

An annual tradition, we welcome family and friends to see and hear the accomplishments student ensemble musicians have made about one month into the semester.

Friday September 20, 2024
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Mundelein Center For The Fine & Performing Arts
1020 W Sheridan Rd
The Lincoln Lodge
Sep20
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…

Friday September 20, 2024
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge Theater
2040 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Sara & Kenny: Live at Studio5!
Sep20
Theatre & Performing Arts

Sara & Kenny: Live at Studio5!

In this concert, Wisconsin meets Italy as composer/guitarist Kenny Reichert and his Italian wife, composer/guitarist Sara d’Ippolito Reichert, perform a unique mixture of jazz, pop,…

Friday September 20, 2024
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
studio5
Studio5 1934 Dempster Street
The Factory Theater Announces Stabbed In The Heart
Sep20
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Factory Theater Announces Stabbed In The Heart

CHICAGO – The Factory Theater and Lindley and Hall Productions are proud to announce the cast and creative team for Stabbed in the Heart, opening…

Friday September 20, 2024
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Factory Theater
1623 W. Howard St. , Chicago, IL, 60626
Voila: The Improvised Musical
Sep20
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…

Friday September 20, 2024
10:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
The iO Theater, 1501 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA,
The iO Theater, 1501 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA,
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