It’s almost time for the James Beard Awards, but before Chicago hosts the best in the dining biz, the city hosts the best college football players in the country who are all dreaming of being drafted into the NFL. Plus, don’t miss new shows at Writers Theatre and Lyric Opera of Chicago, as well as a new One of a Kind Show and annual Kohl Children’s Museum family festival.
“Death of a Streetcar Named Virginia Woolf: A Parody”
Opens April 27
Glencoe
This parody, a collaboration between Writers Theatre and The Second City, is “a tongue-in-cheek salute to the celebrated icons of American drama.”
NFL Draft and Draft Town
April 28-30
Chicago
The NFL Draft is heading back to Chicago. If you can’t score a ticket to the main event at Auditorium Theatre, you can still visit Draft Town in Grant Park for football activities, clinics, merchandise, free autograph sessions and more.
“The King and I”
Opens April 29
Chicago
The Lyric’s much-anticipated production of this classic opens this weekend. Read our interview with stars Kate Baldwin and Paolo Montalban here.
One of a Kind Spring Show
April 29-May 1
Chicago
The One of a Kind Show is a favorite during the holidays, but now you can shop accessories, furniture, home goods, paintings, photography and more this spring.
Touch-a-Truck
May 1
Highland Park
Kohl Children’s Museum’s Touch-a-Truck, now in its 11th year, has a new home: Ravinia! Kids will be able to climb into more than 30 full-sized vehicles, including fire engines, dump trucks, semis and tractors. Plus, families can enjoy food, music, kiddie train rides and more.
Bonus:
- M Burger Skokie has partnered with St. Baldrick’s to fight childhood cancer. Throughout May, purchase Sophia’s Shake (Banana Chocolate Cookie Crunch) and a portion of proceeds will be donated to St. Baldrick’s for cancer research. The shake was created by Sophia Z., who is battling an inoperable brain tumor. Visit M Burger Skokie on April 28 from 5-8 p.m. for the Shakes for Sophia kick-off party.
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