Dublin-based singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy is touring through the states this summer, bringing his impassioned vocals and poetic lyrics to Lollapalooza on Aug. 3. Here, three spots he always hits when he’s in town. For Dinner: Maple & Ash Last time we were passing through Chicago on tour, Zach Miller invited us to Maple & Ash […]
Since 1986, Chicago Shakespeare Theater has been dazzling Chicagoans with award-winning, Shakespeare-inspired performances. Founded by the current Artistic Director, Barbara Gaines, the regional Tony Award-winning theater performs for schools and neighborhoods throughout Chicagoland and on stages around the world. CST is now housed in one of the city’s most iconic destinations, Navy Pier. On June […]
We turn the spotlight on the hottest shows in town this summer. “Murder for Two” July 3 to Aug. 26 One actor, Noel Carey, plays a detective who’s trying to solve a murder mystery. The other actor, Jason Grimm, plays … everyone else. That’s the concept of this fun show, which won the Jeff Award […]
In a city as vibrant as Chicago, making everyday decisions — where to order dinner, get a haircut, push your kids on the swings — can feel downright dizzying. Enter our (eighth annual!) Best Of awards: You shared your favorite spaces and places, we tallied the votes, and together we’ll celebrate all that makes our […]
For its second year, the Winnetka Music Festival returned to Chicago’s North Shore on Father’s Day weekend, with more than 40 musicians performing over the two-day festival weekend. Amongst the artists were 28 touring bands and 15 street buskers, all handpicked by music curator Val Haller. The free boutique music festival included three main stages, sponsored by […]
On April 21, 350 influential Chicagoland leaders gathered at the Four Seasons in support of Writers Theatre’s renowned arts and strong education programing. A record-breaking $850,000 was raised for the local theater. The Spirit of Writers Theatre Award went to Stephanie and Bill Sick, residents of Winnetka, Illinois, and strong supporters of the theater. “Stephanie […]
Past due for an upgrade, the Dining Pavilion at Ravinia is reconceived with a new look and a take on where to eat before a concert. It’s music to our ears. Originally opened in 2007 to great fanfare, the Dining Pavilion at Ravinia had grown tired, both in terms of form and functionality. So when the […]
We turn the spotlight on the hottest plays and musicals in Chicago this spring and summer. “Jesus Christ Superstar“ April 27 to May 20 Lyric Opera of Chicago continues its acclaimed Broadway at Lyric initiative with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s popular 1970 rock opera about the last week of Jesus’ life. This is […]
Learn the POWER OF PLAY this summer at Piven Theatre Workshop! Our week-long intensives are perfect for the family looking for flexible summer fun. Morning workshops with Piven’s highly trained instructors teach students our core technique, which focuses on the value of creative and improvisational thinking, the importance of effective communication skills, and the power […]
When women join the Women’s Board of the Goodman Theatre, they tend to stay. In fact, today’s board still boasts of members who helped found it 40 years ago. The Women’s Board was founded in 1978 to expand the community and financial base of the Goodman Theatre. The current 55 members are among Chicago’s most […]
