There’s no surer sign of success than the expansion to new locations of beloved businesses, and there are plenty of note this month. Salad mecca Sweetgreen opens a new location in Evanston, Soul & Smoke expands to Chicago, and La Boulangerie opens its third location — this time in Humboldt Park. A few fine dining […]
Opera was born in Italy. Virtuosos like Gioachino Rossini and Giacomo Puccini have honed the craft over time and spread it across the globe, rapturing audiences for centuries. So, it is safe to say that what truly endears our hearts and arrests our senses about this medium is more than intricate costumes and opulent theaters […]
July — one of the hottest months of the year, a time for us to celebrate American Independence Day and the perfect opportunity for you to venture into the city and seize the summer. With our list — that covers everything from theatre to nature conservation, from fireworks to art festivals — we are certain […]
Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by more than 460 civic, cultural and business leaders from Chicago for its annual fundraising gala on May 14, raising more than $1.98 million to support its educational and artistic programming. Held at Rockwell on the River, the festive evening was designed and produced by Frost Chicago and […]
Now that the gears of summer are finally in motion, the Chicagoland area is brimming with possibilities! This month we celebrate Pride Month, Juneteenth and Father’s Day — and we’ve got festivities surrounding all of those events and more covered in our round-up of the best things to do in Chicago and the North Shore […]
Calling all theater lovers! Whether you’re a last-minute planner, just had an opening in your schedule, or are keeping a tight rein on your budget, you’re in luck. Waiting until the clock strikes midnight can work in your favor when it comes to snagging tickets to some of Chicago’s best shows at a discount. Broadway […]
She’s back in town and couldn’t be happier. Elgin’s own Courtney Reed, the Grammy-nominated actor known best for originating the role of “Princess Jasmine” in the long-running Disney’s Aladdin on Broadway, is now starring in the lead role of “Satine” in the first national touring company of the 10-time Tony Award-winning show, Moulin Rouge! The […]
The California Film Institute’s Education program was able to expand its outreach well beyond the San Francisco Bay Area during this year’s Mill Valley Film Festival, held online for the second year. As a result, over 12,000 teachers and students from 114 different schools in 25 states were able to take advantage of the free […]
This December, prepare to celebrate the best Chicago and its suburbs have to offer, as the weather gets colder and 2022 draws closer. Whether it’s a holiday-themed performance or a chance to learn something new, you won’t struggle to find something to do this holiday season. Here are 31 of the best things to do […]
This weekend, there’s something for everyone to do in Chicago and the suburbs. Hear from some of the best literary artists at the Lit & Luz Festival, catch two of the hottest musicals in town, or take advantage of the outdoors this Sunday with your favorite furry companion at the Morton Arboretum. Here are the […]
