"Coppelia/Sleepover at the Museum" Experience an afternoon pajama party like no other. Enjoy the magical journey of music, dance and storytelling with A&A Ballet’s upcoming performance of the famous "Coppélia" and the world premiere ballet of "Sleepover at the Museum"! Lose...
"Nicodemus" “Now there was a man, a Pharisee named Nicodemus, a member of the Sanhedrin, who came to Jesus at night…” -John 3:1. Based on the true story found in the gospel of John, Nicodemus is a contemporized retelling of the Biblical account, set in modern...
The Ultimate Ray Charles and Sam Cooke Tribute Show and Live Band This spectacular Ray Charles and Sam Cooke tribute show will make you laugh, stomp your feet, sing-a-long, dance, and have the night of a lifetime. How many tribute artists do you know that actually performed and toured with the legendary Ray...
"A Celtic Christmas" The Athenaeum Center is proud to present Tomáseen Foley’s "A Celtic Christmas"! Now in its 27th season of touring nationally, Tomáseen Foley’s "A Celtic Christmas" re-creates the joy and innocence of a night before Christmas in a remote farmhouse...
"Carnival of Animals / The Firebird" A&A BALLET, one of the fastest-growing performing arts and educational organizations in Chicago, under the artistic direction of Alexei Kremnev and Anna Reznik, presents a new Family Dance Series at the Athenaeum Theater. The company will...
TEN Chicago Repertory Ballet Chicago Repertory Ballet celebrates its 10 year anniversary with a special performance including CRB favorite works "The Four Seasons" and "Grand Pianola Music". This exciting program also includes world premiere works by Kia Smith of South...
"Dances From the Heart" "Dances From the Heart" showcases the most romantic works from DANCE CHICAGO performers, featuring an amazing array of dance styles such as Aerial, Tap, Urban Fusion, Jazz, Contemporary, Irish, Flamenco, Comedy Sketch Dance, Hip-Hop and more! The...
Ballet Chicago's "Nutcracker" Through its inspiring story, beautiful music, and charming choreography, The Nutcracker is a celebration of the joyous holiday season. Every year The Nutcracker takes us on an unforgettable journey with young Marie as she travels from her home on...
"The Art Deco Nutcracker" Set in 1920's America, A&A BALLET's "The Art Deco Nutcracker", featuring Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, is a fresh, yet traditional take on the beloved holiday favorite with a sumptuous costume and set design inspired by the unique...
"It's Not Me, It's You: A Paradise Lost Reimagining" Inspired by Milton's story of the war in Heaven, "It's Not Me, It's You: A Paradise Lost Reimagining" uses a variety of circus disciplines to explore themes of friendship, loyalty and betrayal. Join the talented performers of Yes Ma'am Circus and...
"Tapped for the Very First Time": Divas & Dance "Tapped for the Very First Time" is a celebration of tap dance, live music and LGTBQIA Pride. Hosted by Mattrick Swayze and featuring the JC Brooks Band, the Chicago Gay Men's Chorus, lasers and a TON of surprises, "Tapped" has all-new live...
"Firefly Love": A Theatrical Journey In "Firefly Love", Maria goes on a journey to the homeland of her favorite playwright, Henrik Ibsen. She dreams of being inspired, but instead finds another woman who is identical to her. From the moment that she meets her copy on a funicular to...
"Grace" Explores Faith & Destiny With nothing more than a little start-up cash and a lot of faith, Steve and Sarah pick up from their Minnesota home to start a new life in sunny Florida, opening a chain of evangelically themed motels to spread the good Word while reaping some...
"very still & hard to see": Comedic Absurdity Meets Heartbreak A disorienting exploration of our demons, both in a literal and figurative sense, Steve Yockey's "very still and hard to see" is a short play cycle recounting the history of a cursed hotel and the haunted individuals who fall into its trap. Each...
Dysfunctional Family Drama "Natural Affection" Awaiting the Christmas visit of her teenage son Donnie, Sue Barker is torn between motherly love and the fear of a disruption in the life that she has built in his absence. Having been deserted by the boy's father before his birth, Sue was forced...
