Spectacular female impersonator show
Chicago, IL 60610
+1 312 644 5269
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Spectacular female impersonator show |
436 North Clark Street Chicago, IL 60610 +1 312 644 5269 http://www.thebatonshowlounge.... thebaton1969@yahoo.com |
Boys will be boys, girls will be girls, but here, boys will most definitely be girls. For more than 27 years, owner Jim Flin has been putting on incredible, Las Vegas-style shows featuring men decked out as various stars and characters, and, in this business, no place does it better. You might be surprised to find that most of the crowd is not gay. In fact, Flin estimates that only about 25 percent of his customers are gay. People from all walks of life, from in town and out of town, come here for this most unusual form of entertainment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Productions with African-American themes |
4520 N Beacon Chicago, IL 60640 +1 773 769 4451 |
This theater, directed by Jackie Taylor, used to house the Organic Theater Company, followed by the Zebra Crossing Theater, and has since been taken over by the Black Ensemble, which specializes in the transformation of classic works into productions with African-American themes, such as "The Other Cinderella." The company also produces biographical musicals of African Americans who have made major cultural contribution to this country. Audience members have 170 seats from which to enjoy such plays as "A Streetcar Named Desire" and "The Glass Menagerie." Review © 2007, Wcities |
Outstanding neighborhood theater |
3133 North Halsted Street Chicago, IL 60657 +1 773 348 4000 |
Tucked into Lakeview, the Briar Street successfully combines the best features of a small neighborhood theater with the more popular aspects of the Loop's grander showcases. This is a fine line to tread and for many years, it has done so successfully. The theater tends to present a mix between mainstream and more controversial fare. The popular Blue Man Group has been playing to sold-out crowds for over a year and continues to be held over. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Manly theater |
425 Fawell Boulevard Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 +1 630 942 4000 http://www.cod.edu/ArtsCntr/ |
Playwright David Mamet lent this theater ensemble its name when he wrote "American Buffalo," and the productions here are organized under the roughshod shadow of that writer's naturalistic and puritanical brand of storytelling. The home of the BTE is the Harold D. McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage, where it is led by Artistic Director Craig Berger. While public transportation is not readily accessible, it may be worth your while to take Metra's Union Pacific line to Glen Ellyn, then catch a cab from there. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Northwestern University performance space |
600 Emerson Evanston, IL 60208 +1 847 491 5080 http://www.northwestern.edu/ |
Named after Bertram Joseph Cahn, a University trustee who donated $100,000 two months before construction began on Scott Hall in 1940, Scott Hall is a center for University social life, and the auditorium is connected to the hall. The L-shaped building has 1,011 seats, has been the venue for a wide range of notable speakers, important ceremonies and musical and theatrical productions, and is the permanent home of the annual Waa-Mu Show. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theater for kids |
60 East Balbo Drive DePaul University Merle Reskin Theatre Chicago, IL 60605 +1 312.922.1999 (Box Office) http://theatreschool.depaul.edu/ |
One of the first Children's Theaters in the country, this theater is still going strong. Founded under the auspices of the Goodman Theatre in 1925, it is now maintained by DePaul University. The productions range from the traditional fairy tale type shows to some more experimental works that have somehow managed to work their way into the repertoire. Plays are staged at the historic 1,300-seat Merle Reskin Theater. Review © 2007, Wcities |
The finest in community-based African-American theater |
500 East 67th Street Chicago, IL 60637 +1 773 493 5360 http://www.chicagotheatrecompa... info@chicagotheatrecompany.com |
Led by artistic director Douglas Alan-Mann, this intriguing theater, located in the Parkway Community Center, is home to one of the few community-based African-American troupes in the city. The troupe usually produces an average of three plays per year, such as the successful 'Train Is Comin'', the saga of the a cappella Fisk Jubilee Singers. The theater promotes African-American talent, and supports a Youth Outreach Program that brings students to the productions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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50% off theater tickets |
163 East Pearson, Michigan Avenue WaterWorks Visitor Center Chicago, IL 60611 http://www.hottix.org/ |
The League of Chicago Theatres offers this service that sells tickets for many shows around town at half the listed price. You can buy tickets for weekend shows on the Friday before, but just because tickets are not available on Friday does not mean they will not show up on Saturday. Availability of the tickets depends on how many seats the theater has left unsold, so shows and tickets can vary by the hour. You can also buy full price tickets through Ticketmaster. There isn't much of a line usually, but, when there is, it can stretch endlessly, especially during the hot summer months. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Second City's comedy cousin |
3541 North Clark Street Chicago, IL 60657 +1 773 880 9993 http://www.improvolymp.com/ improv@enteract.com |
Founded in 1981 after a split with Second City, the ImprovOlympic has become one of finest comedy clubs in the Midwest. While not as well known as its cousin, this club showcases high-quality comedic talent and entertainment and boasts a number of famous alumni, such as Andy Dick and the late Chris Farley. In addition to stand-up, professional plays and musicals are staged in the upstairs theater. Something funny is happening every night of the week. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Chicago Drama |
228 South Wabash Avenue, Suite 900 Chicago, IL 60604 +1 312 554 9800 http://www.chicagoplays.com info@chicagoplays.com |
The League of Chicago Theatres is an alliance of over 140 member theaters that supports and promotes shows in the Chicago area. Extensive and updated information about venues, showtimes, and events is available on their website and in their theater guide. Major members include: About Face Theatre, The Apollo, Cadillac Palace Theater, The Chicago Center for the Performing Arts, Circle Theatre, The Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, The Noble Fool Theater, Paramount Theatre, and Steppenwolf Theatre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Founded by Northwestern University students |
6912 North Glenwood Avenue Chicago, IL 60626 +1 773 761 4477 http://www.lifelinetheatre.com/ John@lifelinetheatre.co |
This theater was established by Northwestern University theater students in 1982, and, under the guidance of producing director Meryl Friedman, the theater has thrived. Past productions have included "The Left Hand of Darkness," "Jane Eyre," "Pride and Prejudice" and Daniel Pinkwater's "Lizard Music." Admission is usually between $12-$18, and you are asked to pay what you can for KidSeries shows, which involve the audience in the show. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Go for the thrills |
3435 North Sheffield Avenue Chicago, IL 60657 +1 773 281 0824 http://www.linkshall.org/ info@linkshall.org |
If you are seeking something a little off the beaten path and can catch this place on a night that somebody has decided to throw together a production, drop in and enjoy the spectacle. Past performances have included such troupes as the Baubo Performance Project and the Breakbone Dance Company. The downstairs area of this facility closed in 1997, and now the upstairs studio is the only space left to be rented out by various dance troupes and other performance groups. Admission varies but prices are usually under $10. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Coffee bar, cafe and performance space |
2827 North Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60657 +1 773 327 6666 |
This coffee and dessert place offers much more. Despite its small stage and limited seating, some of the most progressive and interesting music and theater in the city is presented here. In September, it presents the Rhinoceros Theater Festival, featuring a month-long lineup of plays, performance art and panel discussions. The rest of the year is just as interesting. You are sure to get an evening of good coffee and interesting theater in a smoke-free environment. Admissions vary, but are usually around $5. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dominican University performance space |
7900 West Division St River Forest, IL 60305 +1 708 524 6942 |
This suburban center was added to the University campus more than 20 years ago as a performance and activity space for such events as lectures, concerts, fine arts and a host of other cultural events. Now, regularly staged events include piano recitals, speakers, plays and performances by the Chicago Sinfonietta, attended by students, faculty and nearby residents. The auditorium comfortably seats 1,200 people, and free parking is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Independent theater productions |
4139 N Broadway Chicago, IL 60613 +1 773 327 7077 |
Housed in an old speakeasy, this theater has been on the scene since 1994. While the company frequently stages its own productions here, it also rents out its stage to other companies. The Prop Theater, Defiant Theater and the Wig Theater have all preformed here. "The Mystery of Irma Vep" and a revival of Stephen Dietz's "Ten November" are just a few of the plays these companies have produced here, while Kafka's "The Trial" was one of the more notable productions by the National Pastime Theater. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Too much light is a good thing |
5153 North Ashland Avenue Chicago, IL 60640 +1 773 275 5255 http://www.neofuturists.org/ development@neofuturists.org |
This place, which opened on Valentine's Day in 1992 on the second floor over a funeral home, has 154 seats and usually fills them. Go hungry: they order pizza if the show sells out! The long-running "Too Much Light Makes The Baby Go Blind" is a great show, boasting 30 plays in 60 minutes, which audience members get to choose the order of. Cost: $4 plus a roll of a 6-sided die ($5-$10). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Northeastern University performance space |
5500 N St Louis Avenue Chicago, IL 60625 +1 815 753 1000 http://www.niu.edu/index.html |
This thrust-stage space allows for the comfortable seating of 660 patrons, and is a pleasant place to see performances by the Ruth Page Dance Company, which has been in residence here for more than 10 years, or the Ensemble Espanol, a Spanish dance company performing flamenco, which has been in residence here for more than 20 seasons. Readings by authors are also occasionally hosted here. Free parking is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Electrifying performances... |
23 East Galena Boulevard Aurora, IL 60506 +1 630 896 6666 http://www.paramountarts.com/ kathyg@paramountarts.com |
Located in the Chicago Metropolitan Area, this theatre boasts of incredible performances in drama, comedy and dance. The interior of the theatre is gorgeous with high ceilings and gold painted pillars. Come here and get inspired by amazing theatrical shows and intelligent actors. Look forward to the Aurora troupe's performance of Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl from Mexico and BLAST!, which is the one of the best choreographed theatrical performances of the season. Parking is easily available. You can order tickets online or purchase them from the Box Office. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Evanston performance space |
50 Arts Circle Drive Evanston, IL 60208 +1 847 467 4000 / +1 847 491 5441 http://www.pickstaiger.org/ pick-staiger@northwestern.edu |
Truly the pick of the litter in North Shore and Near North suburban performance spaces, outstanding acoustics makes this is a terrific place to hear anything from full-fledged orchestras to guitar or piano soloists. The University's symphony, symphonic wind ensemble, choruses and jazz ensembles all call this hall home. Non-University performers also make stops. There is more than adequate free parking along Arts Circle, available only on performance nights and weekends. Admission usually runs anywhere from $3-$30. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Revel at Ravinia |
PO Box 896 Highland Park, IL 60035 +1 847 266 5100 http://www.ravinia.org/ ravinia@ravinia.org |
There are three venues that fall under the collective banner of Ravinia. The open air pavilion houses 3,200 people at a time, while the Bennett-Gordon Hall and the Martin Theatre are both indoor venues and seat 850 and 450 people respectively. Pop, dance and symphony performances are held in the open theatre, while concerts, dance recitals, workshops, and chamber music recitals are held indoors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous theater and improv group |
1616 North Wells Street Chicago, IL 60614 +1 312 664 4032 / +1 312 337 3992 http://www.secondcity.com/ sc1616@secondcity.com |
Not only a beloved Chicago showcase, Second City is now treasured by the world, as well. Many a legendary comedy career began here; perhaps you will catch tomorrow's star in tonight's revue. This is the birthplace of sketch comedy, the type of humor that spawned such shows as "Saturday Night Live" and "The Kids in the Hall." In fact, many favorite SNL comedians got their start here. John Belushi, Bill Murray, Jerry Stiller and Elaine May are just a handful of those who went on to national fame. Be sure to check out all the photos on the wall while you wait to be seated - cabaret style, of course. The drinks are good, the price is right, the comedy and satire is unbeatable. This is an unforgettable end to an evening out in Old Town. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Where the big theater got started |
1650 North Halsted Street Chicago, IL 60614 +1 312 335 1650 http://www.steppenwolf.org/ customerservice@steppenwolf.org |
The internationally acclaimed Steppenwolf Theatre Company began in a church basement as a cutting-edge theater group. Since that time, it has grown up, but the company recently opened this addition underneath its garage, as a more progressive alternative to the modern, main stage offerings. You can participate in all the frills and thrills of theater writ small with 60 seats available and such low-budget, knuckle-cracking productions as 'Tavern Story'. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Interactive gangster theater |
2114 South Wabash Chicago, IL 60616 +1 312 225 0273 / +1 800 461 0178 http://www.tommygunsgarage.com/ |
This dinner theater, opened in 1988, is located in a former speakeasy that must be entered from the back. It conducts a 1920s gangster production with pretend-massacres and girls in tight-fitting flapper outfits, trading quick-witted dialogue as you stuff your face. It is cheesy, but can be fun if you can move yourself past the kitsch factor, and the fact that Chicago has been trying to shed its gangster image for over 60 years. Admission varies between $38-$45, depending on what your dinner selection is. The small menu offers various steaks, fish and poultry options. Prices include the dinner and show and averages around USD110 for two; alcohol is additional. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Escape mediocrity |
1655 West Cortland Avenue Chicago, IL 60622 +1 773 384 0494 http://www.trapdoortheatre.com/ trap_door@earthlink.com |
Under the fury-pitch guidance of the indefatigable Beata Pilch, this theater runs 12 productions a year, with such notables as Edna St. Vincent Millay's play "Aria Da Capo" having made the stage. It can be a bit of a sweathouse in the warmer months, with no air conditioning, and, if you feel feverish, it is probably because of the knack for the experimental rather than your temperature. Review © 2007, Wcities |
University theater |
1044 W Harrison Street Chicago, IL 60607 +1 773 996 2939 http://www.uic.edu/ |
This simple theater construction holds 250 people, and produces many of the collegiate performances that you would expect, including "Romeo and Juliet" and "Our Town," as well as dance and band performances. The theater seeks to provide experience and instruction for its students. It usually manages four openings per season; some of the more notable plays of late have included a run of Bulgakov's "The Master and Margarita." Review © 2007, Wcities |
Smile, chaps, this is wax lips theater! |
1524 West Berteau Ave Chicago, IL 60613 +1 773 525 6797 waxlips@msn.com |
Originally formed as the Sleeping Dog Theatre Company in January 1994, this company changed its name after a performance of "Slim Just Left Town" in 1996. Wax Lips prides itself on its ability to encourage Chicago-area playwrights, and often performs works written by local talent. Its productions tend towards an understated minimalist approach that draws attention to the solid, unpretentious and emotionally truthful acting typical of its productions. Check the web site for current show locations and showtimes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
Yuck it up to the best in stand-up comedy |
1548 N Wells St Chicago, IL 60610 +1 312 337 4027 http://www.chicago.zanies.com |
Stand-up clubs come and go, but Zanies has stood the test of time since 1978. Many a career has been launched from this stage, and perhaps you will be among the first to catch tomorrow's next star. Today, you can still catch big-name talent on the cramped stage from time to time. Tonight Show host Jay Leno, among others, still stops by on occasion for a set or two. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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