As a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, the Wilmette Theatre relies on donations and support from the community and local businesses to continue its mission of providing quality, educational and entertaining programs to the community. This year, we owe special thanks for major contributions from the Jerome Mirza Foundation, Make It Better Magazine, and North Shore Community […]
You’ve heard the saying, “There’s not a bad seat in the house.” Now, help the Wilmette Theatre make that a reality. The Wilmette Theatre is proud to announce the launch of its “Take a Seat” campaign to raise the funds needed to pay for the replacement of the theatre’s 40-year-old seats. Those who support our […]
The Wilmette Theatre’s mission is to provide quality programming not readily available elsewhere in the Chicago area. An important aspect of our programming is our partnerships with other not-for-profit organizations to present films and provide discussions. November is a very busy month for these programs. We are the exclusive suburban host of the Asian Pop-Up […]
This weekend, Chicago will host the 2015 Blind World and International Championship, the Windy City BBQ Classic, and the opening of a Pulitzer Prize-winning play. You can also give back at Syd Rocks Live in Evanston or take a moment to reflect in Highwood during the unveiling of a sculpture that honors those who lost their lives on […]
This is a big weekend for craft beer and wine fans, who will be able to sip some of their favorite beverages in both Glenview and Chicago. Let Loose on Lincoln will also feature a craft beer and wine tent in addition to food trucks, live music and deals through the Winnetka-Northfield Sidewalk Sale. You […]
A twice-monthly brew and view series, Fridays and Saturdays at 9:15 pm.
North Shore native Marcia Kimpton is bringing her independent film, My Reality, to the Wilmette Theatre on October 10. Kimpton wrote, directed, produced, and starred in the film, which was recently submitted to the Sundance Film Festival. Shot in just sixteen days on location in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Mongolia, My Reality takes a […]
There’s no business like show business, but if it’s no business you know, you may need guidance from those in the biz! We gathered advice from casting directors, theater owners, working actors and teachers to help you get your child ready for that first audition. Start With Training Talent agents often won’t sign a […]
It can be frightening when your child professes a desire for a career you know is risky. I recently found my grade school diary in which I confessed my dream of being an actress – despite my mom’s urging to be more realistic. If your child’s vision is only focused on an Oscar acceptance speech, […]
If anyone knows fashion it’s Nena Ivon, longtime director of fashion, special events and publicity for Saks Fifth Avenue in Chicago. “Fifty-three and a half years,” says the ageless Ivon, who has worked with virtually every designer who traversed a runway in the last half-century. “I call them the good, the bad and the […]
