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Love, Chaos, and Dinner at Teatro Zinzanni
May18
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Love, Chaos, and Dinner at Teatro Zinzanni

The most unique and magical experience in Chicago! “You have to see to believe.” – Forbes Teatro ZinZanni’s signature show offers an unforgettable sensory experience.…

Sunday, May 18th
4:00 p.m.6:30 p.m.
Teatro ZinZanni
32 W Randolph St. 14th Floor
Team Deakins returns to the Athenaeum Center
May18
Theatre & Performing Arts

Team Deakins returns to the Athenaeum Center

Following an October 2024 series of sold-out programming, Chicago’s not-for-profit Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture (2936 N. Southport Avenue) proudly welcomes back legendary Academy…

Sunday, May 18th
6:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture
2936 N. Southport Ave. , Chicago, IL, 60657
Drew Dunn at The Comedy Bar
May18
Music & Comedy

Drew Dunn at The Comedy Bar

Drew Dunn started his stand-up career in 2014, quickly gaining recognition in New England for his quick wit, voices, and unique style. After winning the…

Sunday, May 18th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Comedy Bar
500 N. LaSalle St.
Authentic Flamenco Presents Patricia Donn in Chicago
May18
Music & Comedy

Authentic Flamenco Presents Patricia Donn in Chicago

After its international success, with over 225,000 attendees, Authentic Flamenco is back in Chicago with an all-new production and cast! The brand new show features…

Sunday, May 18th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture
2936 N. Southport Ave. , Chicago, IL, 60657
Sam Fazio Sings the Classics
May18
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Sam Fazio Sings the Classics

Close out our Cabaret Week with Chicago-based vocalist Sam Fazio. Fazio has established a name for himself in the music scene over the years with…

Sunday, May 18th
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Vincent Restaurant
1475 W Balmoral Ave
Beyoncé: Cowboy Carter Tour
May18
Music & Comedy

Beyoncé: Cowboy Carter Tour

Beyoncé returns to the stage for the COWBOY CARTER TOUR with three performances at Soldier Field May 15, 17 and 18!

Sunday, May 18th
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Soldier Field
1410 Special Olympics Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
BUST
May18
Theatre & Performing Arts

BUST

It’s not only hell that breaks loose in this ground-breaking, form-defying, laugh-out-loud new drama from Pulitzer-Prize finalist playwright Zora Howard. Retta and Reggie are enjoying…

Sunday, May 18th
7:30 p.m.
Goodman Owen Theatre
170 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL, 60601
The Antiquities
May18
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Antiquities

A “brilliantly imagined drama” (Wall Street Journal) for anyone whose computer has asked them to prove that they’re a human. Which is to say, everyone.…

Sunday, May 18th
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Goodman Owen Theatre
170 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL, 60601
Chicago Cop Macbeth
May18
Theatre & Performing Arts

Chicago Cop Macbeth

The Conspirators present Chicago Cop Macbeth by William Shakespeare, adapted and directed by Wm. Bullion, at the Otherworld Theatre, 3914 N. Clark St., May 16…

Sunday, May 18th
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Otherworld Theatre
3914 N. Clark St.
Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical
May19
Theatre & Performing Arts

Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical

Chicagoland’s longest running musical theatre, Marriott Theatre, continues its 50th Anniversary Season celebration with the epic production of Titanic The Musical, directed and choreographed by…

Monday, May 19th
Marriott Theatre
10 Marriott Dr.
Team Deakins returns to the Athenaeum Center
May19
Theatre & Performing Arts

Team Deakins returns to the Athenaeum Center

Following an October 2024 series of sold-out programming, Chicago’s not-for-profit Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture (2936 N. Southport Avenue) proudly welcomes back legendary Academy…

Monday, May 19th
6:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture
2936 N. Southport Ave. , Chicago, IL, 60657
Magic Mondays
May19
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Magic Mondays

Experience an unforgettable night of wonder at Magic Mondays!! Starring award-winning magician John Sturk, this monthly showcase features Chicago’s top conjurors performing mind-blowing illusions and…

Monday, May 19th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
iO Theater
1501 N. Kingsbury St.
The Antiquities
May19
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Antiquities

A “brilliantly imagined drama” (Wall Street Journal) for anyone whose computer has asked them to prove that they’re a human. Which is to say, everyone.…

Monday, May 19th
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Goodman Owen Theatre
170 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL, 60601
Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical
May20
Theatre & Performing Arts

Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical

Chicagoland’s longest running musical theatre, Marriott Theatre, continues its 50th Anniversary Season celebration with the epic production of Titanic The Musical, directed and choreographed by…

Tuesday, May 20th
Marriott Theatre
10 Marriott Dr.
Alice in Wonderland
May20
Theatre & Performing Arts

Alice in Wonderland

Follow Alice as she travels down the Rabbit Hole to the most amazing places!  Along her fantastic journey she’ll meet the Mad Hatter, March Hare,…

Tuesday, May 20th
10:30 a.m.11:30 p.m.

Team Deakins returns to the Athenaeum Center
May20
Theatre & Performing Arts

Team Deakins returns to the Athenaeum Center

Following an October 2024 series of sold-out programming, Chicago’s not-for-profit Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture (2936 N. Southport Avenue) proudly welcomes back legendary Academy…

Tuesday, May 20th
6:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture
2936 N. Southport Ave. , Chicago, IL, 60657
Tuesday Good Show
May20
Music & Comedy

Tuesday Good Show

Showcasing some of the best performers in the city, Tuesday Good Show is a free weekly variety show hosted by Nick Bonsignore and Keller Paulson.…

Tuesday, May 20th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Gallery Cabaret
2020 N Oakley Ave
Titanique
May20
Theatre & Performing Arts

Titanique

Broadway In Chicago presents the Porchlight Music Theatre production of TITANIQUE All aboard NYC’s must-sea musical comedy! When the music of Céline Dion makes sweet Canadian…

Tuesday, May 20th
7:00 p.m.8:40 p.m.
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
175 E. Chestnut St .Chicago, IL 60611
The Antiquities
May20
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Antiquities

A “brilliantly imagined drama” (Wall Street Journal) for anyone whose computer has asked them to prove that they’re a human. Which is to say, everyone.…

Tuesday, May 20th
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Goodman Owen Theatre
170 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL, 60601
Billy Idol & Joan Jett and The Blackhearts – It’s A Nice Day To…Tour Again!
May20
Music & Comedy

Billy Idol & Joan Jett and The Blackhearts – It’s A Nice Day To…Tour Again!

Billy Idol & Joan Jett and The Blackhearts will perform live at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre on May 20, 2025.

Tuesday, May 20th
7:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
19100 Ridgeland Ave
Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical
May21
Theatre & Performing Arts

Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical

Chicagoland’s longest running musical theatre, Marriott Theatre, continues its 50th Anniversary Season celebration with the epic production of Titanic The Musical, directed and choreographed by…

Wednesday, May 21st
Marriott Theatre
10 Marriott Dr.
Peter Pan at Chicago Kids Company
May21
Music & Comedy

Peter Pan at Chicago Kids Company

Follow Peter Pan and Tinkerbell to Neverland! The adventures are endless in a world of pirates and mayhem. Let your imagination fly to a place…

Wednesday, May 21st
10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.
Morgan Park Academy
2153 W 111th Street
Alice in Wonderland
May21
Theatre & Performing Arts

Alice in Wonderland

Follow Alice as she travels down the Rabbit Hole to the most amazing places!  Along her fantastic journey she’ll meet the Mad Hatter, March Hare,…

Wednesday, May 21st
10:30 a.m.11:30 p.m.

Titanique
May21
Theatre & Performing Arts

Titanique

Broadway In Chicago presents the Porchlight Music Theatre production of TITANIQUE All aboard NYC’s must-sea musical comedy! When the music of Céline Dion makes sweet Canadian…

Wednesday, May 21st
1:00 p.m.2:40 p.m.
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
175 E. Chestnut St .Chicago, IL 60611
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