From music to aquatics, this weekend is all about seeing a show.
Get out of the cold and warm up with Dustbowl Revival, a Venice, California-based collective, or singer-songwriter Matt Nathanson with Joshua Radin. You can also take the entire family to see a show by the creators of “Friends,” or laugh with your husband about the differences between men and women.
And if fish fascinate you, don’t miss Aquatic Experience-Chicago, where you’ll meet dozens of exhibitors and speakers.
Matt Nathanson with Joshua Radin
Friday, Nov. 15
Chicago
The “Come On Get Higher” singer is in town for his Last of the Great Pretenders tour. He brings with him Northwestern grad Joshua Radin. Buy your tickets today!
Defending the Caveman
November 15-16
Arlington Heights
The longest running one-person show in Broadway history is coming to the North Shore. The Chicago Sun-Times called it “outrageously funny and [a] surprisingly sweet exploration of the gender gap.”
Aquatic Experience-Chicago
Photo courtesy of the World Pet Association.
November 15-17
Schaumburg
If you love everything aquatic, Schaumburg is the place to be this weekend. View saltwater, freshwater, pond and other aquatic animals while also learning from some of the best in the business. Zeb Hogan, host of National Geographic’s “Monster Fish,” serves as keynote speaker, and Live Shark Encounter, the only traveling shark show in the country, gives you a chance to see these fascinating animals up close.
Rapunzel
November 15-17
Skokie
Attention “Friends” fans! Creators David Crane and Marta Kaufman are bringing their interpretation of the classic fairytale to Gorilla Tango Theatre. The cast is made up of young actors, so it’s a perfect show for the entire family.
Dustbowl Revival
Sunday, Nov. 17
Evanston
Spend your Sunday evening at 27 Live with Dustbowl Revival, which brings together old-school bluegrass, gospel, jug-band, swamp blues and swing. They were named “The Best Live Band in L.A.” by L.A. Weekly, so you’re sure to walk out saying this was one of your favorite concerts of 2013. While you’re there, check out 27 Live’s new restaurant and whiskey lounge.
