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Million Dollar Quartet
Million Dollar Quartet
9/15 - 12/29/2024


Four Legends. One Night. Music History Made. You may have loved Million Dollar Quartet in 2017 at Paramount Theatre – now imagine it set in ...

The Little Mermaid
The Little Mermaid
11/6 - 1/12/2025


Dive beneath the waves with Ariel, a young mermaid with a captivating voice and an insatiable curiosity, as she defies her father and makes a ...

Disney's Frozen the Broadway Musical


Paramount Theatre presents the Midwest Regional Premiere of Disney's Frozen the Broadway Musical, running from October 30 to January 19. Emily Kristen Morris makes her ...

My Kind of Christmas
My Kind of Christmas
11/15 - 11/23/2024


David lost his enthusiasm for Christmas after his grown children moved out. However, the magic of the holiday season may have other plans for him.

Holiday Show New Comedy

DREAMGIRLS
DREAMGIRLS
12/6 - 12/7/2024


"Dreamgirls" is a dazzling musical that follows the journey of a young female singing trio from Chicago, called "The Dreams," as they navigate the competitive ...

Leroy and Lucy
Leroy and Lucy
10/24 - 12/15/2024


Two lost souls meet at a crossroads, in the dead of night, deep in the Mississippi of it all.

 A Beautiful Noise
A Beautiful Noise
11/12 - 11/14/2024


THE UNTOLD TRUE STORY OF A BROOKLYN KID WHO BECAME A CHART-BUSTING, SHOW-STOPPING, AWARD-WINNING AMERICAN ICON Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself,  A BEAUTIFUL ...


Experience Tator Tots is a 60-minute performance that invites audiences to enjoy an engaging and accessible theatrical experience. Set to take place on November 14, ...

Fillet of Solo Festival
11/1 - 11/14/2024


The Fillet of Solo Festival returns for its 29th annual celebration, showcasing the diverse storytelling talent of Chicago through a two-week multi-venue event. The festival ...

Good Girls
11/7 - 11/14/2024


Artemisia Theatre presents the WeWomen Play Festival, featuring new works by six feminist playwrights from the Chicagoland area running from November 4th to November 16th, ...

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
10/17 - 11/14/2024


Come along with Jack and his best friend Carmelita (a Spanish-speaking cow), as they try to save their village from a crazy giant! Along the ...


Short Story Theatre presents an evening filled with true stories reflecting on themes of guilt, gratitude, and childhood memories on November 14, 2024. Featured storytellers ...

The Uncanny Attic
The Uncanny Attic
11/7 - 11/14/2024


The camp macabre world of Edward Gorey darkens the doorstep of the Newport Theater in a surreal and eccentric theatrical production, Oct. 24 and Nov. ...

Anak ni Tapia: Leaving Mother
11/8 - 11/15/2024


Artemisia Theatre presents the WeWomen Play Festival, showcasing six plays by feminist playwrights from the Chicagoland area. Among these is Lani Montreal's Anak ni Tapia: ...


Date Night with Voice and Guitar: Love Songs features singer-songwriter Kevin Aldrich and vocalist Diane Dietz as they present a selection of love songs spanning ...

Disney's Moana Jr.
3/15 - 11/15/2024


From the film of the same name, Disney’s Moana JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated hit, bringing the adventures of ...

GreenRoom Improv


GREENROOM IMPROV Friday, November 15, 2024 @ 8:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership Adult: $14 RaueNOW Membership Student: $9.10 Standard Adult: $20 Standard Student: $13 ...


In this delightful companion play to Miss Bennet, Gunderson and Melcon once again bring Austen’s beloved characters to the stage for a yuletide sequel to ...


All Access: A Show for Every Body showcases a diverse array of artists with disabilities, highlighting themes of inclusion and representation. Hosted by artist-in-residence Steve ...

Becky Nurse of Salem
Becky Nurse of Salem
10/4 - 11/16/2024


Becky Nurse, a tour guide at the Salem Museum of Witchcraft and a descendant of Becky who was burned at the stake, consults a witch.

Coronation
Coronation
10/11 - 11/16/2024


Refracted Theatre Company , recipient of eight Jeff Awards for its most recent production Tambo & Bones, is honored to present Coronation, by Laura Winters ...

Deserted
11/9 - 11/16/2024


Artemisia Theatre presents the WeWomen Play Festival, featuring six plays by Chicagoland-based feminist playwrights over two weeks from November 4th to November 16th, 2024. Each ...

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Karen Mason, award-winning vocalist and Broadway star, returns to Davenport's for a concert celebrating her new CD, featuring music from John Kander and Fred Ebb. ...

Liszt & Bruckner 3
Liszt & Bruckner 3
11/14 - 11/16/2024


Experiencing a Bruckner symphony is often compared to walking around inside a massive gothic cathedral. Step inside this sacred space and experience its awed silences, ...

Mary Poppins Jr
11/16 - 11/16/2024


One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a practically perfect musical! Mary Poppins ...

Phil Vassar
Phil Vassar
11/16


Phil Vassar SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2024 | 7:00 PM TICKETS* Tickets: $55 / $59 / $69* RaueNOW: $38.50 / $41.30 / $48.30* American country music ...

Ruth on the Rocks
10/11 - 11/16/2024


Ruth on the Rocks is a dramedy written and performed by Ruth Guerra, who shares her experiences growing up as a Mexican American in Chicago's ...

Sabado Night Laughs - November 2024


WE’RE BACK!! Every month, Las Locas Comedy & Pa Fuera Productions hosts an extra loca night of comedy at The Pocket at Surge Logan Square. ...


Lifeline Theatre presents the 28th Annual Fillet of Solo Festival, running from November 8 to November 17, 2024. This two-week festival features an array of ...

Annie Jr
Annie Jr
11/15 - 11/17/2024


Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas ...


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