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Natalie Merchant: Pop Icon, Former Maniac at The...
The Chicago Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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Thu, Sep 11 @ 8:00pm
Throughout the many lives of Natalie Merchant — as lead singer of 10,000 Maniacs in the '80s, as the platinum-plated solo act in the '90s, as one of... more
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$47.50
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$22.00




Sarah Silverman & Amy Schumer Headline Funny or...
First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre (Tinley Park, IL)
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Sun, Aug 31 @ 5:00pm
Boasting what's got to be one of the greatest comedy lineups in recent memory, Funny or Die's summer comedy tour, the Oddball Comedy and Curiosity... more
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$59.75
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$35.00




Medieval Times: Knights in Shining Armor Duel at...
St. Michael's Church (Chicago, IL)
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Sat, Aug 23 @ Noon
Sat, Aug 23 @ 2:00pm
and 2 more
The ring of steel meets the sizzle of sausage during the Medieval Times Tournament at SausageFest Chicago. Arthurian legends come to life as real... more
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$12.00
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$6.00




Nordic Sounds: Chicago Philharmonic Performs...
Pick-Staiger Concert Hall (Evanston, IL)
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Sun, Sep 21 @ 7:30pm
For far too many, the word "Danish" conjures only images of pastries — and maybe a line or two from Hamlet. But Nordic Sounds, the bracing new program... more
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$25.00 - $75.00
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$10.00 - $39.00




Artopia Fest: City's Largest Indoor-Outdoor Art...
Chicago Urban Art Society (Chicago, IL)
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Sat, Aug 30 @ 2:00pm - 10:00pm
Artopia Fest unfurls in Chicago for its third year, showcasing the Windy City's vibrant contemporary art, music and cultural scenes. This one-day... more
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$6.00
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Cirque Shanghai Stuns With Martial-Arts Prowess in ...
Pepsi Skyline Stage (Chicago, IL)
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4.7 by 341 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 2:00pm
Wed, Aug 20 @ 6:00pm
and 27 more
In their all-new show at Navy Pier, Cirque Shanghai: Warriors combines the impressive acrobatics the troupe is famous for with the martial-arts prowess... more
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$31.50 - $41.50
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$12.00 - $25.00




Randolph Street Market Festival: Vintage &...
Plumbers Union Hall (Chicago, IL)
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August 30 and 31
September 27 and 28
Celebrity designer Nate Berkus is a huge fan of the Randolph Street Market Festival, and you will be too. Home of the world-famous Chicago Antique... more
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$14.00
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$7.00




Hit Rock 'n' Roll Musical Million Dollar Quartet
Apollo Theater - Mainstage (Chicago, IL)
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4.8 by 2973 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 2:00pm
Wed, Aug 20 @ 7:30pm
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On December 4, 1956, a twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley to Memphis' Sun Records. The rock 'n' roll... more
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$67.50 - $72.50
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$33.75 - $36.25




Fiddler on the Roof, Tony-Winning Musical...
Cahn Auditorium (Evanston, IL)
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4.8 by 14 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 2:00pm
Sat, Aug 23 @ 8:00pm
and 1 more
With a score of unforgettable songs like "If I Were a Rich Man," "Matchmaker, Matchmaker," "Sunrise, Sunset," "Tradition" and "To Life," Fiddler on the... more
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$69.00
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$29.00 - $52.00




Mark Toland, Mind Reader: He Knows What You're...
The Bar Below (Chicago, IL)
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4.8 by 25 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 8:00pm
Wed, Aug 27 @ 8:00pm
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Your mind is Mark Toland's stage, your innermost thoughts are his props. For Toland is a "mind reader," but don't let the carney connotations of his... more
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$25.00
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COMP - $12.50




Live Comedy at Jokes & Notes: Headliners,...
Jokes & Notes Comedy Club (Chicago, IL)
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4.5 by 406 members

Thu, Aug 21 @ 8:30pm (Marlon...
Fri, Aug 22 @ 10:30pm (Derrick...
and 19 more
Unwind with an evening of hilarious stand-up at Jokes & Notes Comedy Club in the heart of Bronzeville. You'll enjoy a night of laughs from a great... more
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$5.00 - $20.00
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COMP - $10.00




Weekend Walking Tours and Brunch on the Chicago...
221 North Columbus (Chicago, IL)
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4.8 by 54 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 10:00am
Sat, Sep 6 @ 10:00am
Take a stroll on the Chicago River Walk, a fantastic location for learning about and enjoying the rich history and magnificent architecture of the... more
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$50.00
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$25.00




Blue Man Group at Chicago's Briar Street Theatre
Briar Street Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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4.6 by 1209 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 8:00pm
Sun, Aug 24 @ 4:00pm
and 5 more
The entertainment phenomenon known as the Blue Man Group is better than ever in this updated show featuring all-new material. You'll find the famous... more
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$69.00
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$42.71 - $49.82




Art, Crafts, Jewelry & More at The American...
Henry Crown Sports Pavilion (Evanston, IL)
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August 22 - 24, 2014
Works from world-renowned craftspeople will be on display during this juried exposition and sale of fine craft. The American Craft Exposition exhibits... more
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$13.00
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$6.50




Hank Williams: Lost Highway — A Musical Tribute...
Greenhouse Theater Center (Chicago, IL)
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4.8 by 252 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 7:30pm
Thu, Aug 21 @ 7:30pm
and 8 more
Hank Williams: Lost Highway made such a splash last year at Greenhouse Theater Center that American Blues Theater's reviving it for 2014. Blues and... more
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$29.00
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$14.50




Thrilling Seadog Speedboat Tour of Chicago's...
Seadog Chicago (Chicago, IL)
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4.1 by 102 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 11:00am...
Wed, Aug 20 @ 12:15pm (River...
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If you feel the need — the need for speed — then climb aboard the high-powered Seadog for a thrilling boat ride along Chicago's scenic lakefront,... more
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$28.94 - $42.86
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$17.36 - $25.72




Pulitzer Winner Bruce Norris' Black Comedy About...
Steppenwolf Downstairs Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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4.1 by 33 members

Tue, Aug 19 @ 7:30pm
Wed, Aug 20 @ 2:00pm
and 13 more
Partner swapping goes awry in The Qualms, the new comedy by Pulitzer-winning playwright Bruce Norris (Clybourne Park). In this darkly funny world... more
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$52.00 - $86.00
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$15.00 - $50.00




The Importance of Being Earnest al Fresco in...
Oak Park Festival Theatre in Austin Gardens (Oak Park, IL)
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4.4 by 22 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 8:00pm
Thu, Aug 21 @ 8:00pm
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Though they're all about dodging social obligations or commitment of any kind, two wily young bachelors attempt to come across as very earnest — while... more
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$27.00
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$8.00 - $13.50




Bridesmaids Meets Breaking Bad in Twisted Baking...
Prop Thtr (Chicago, IL)
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4.0 by 22 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm
Sat, Aug 23 @ 8:00pm
and 3 more
What seems like an innocent comedy about girlfriends takes an unexpected turn when it's discovered that there may be something darker than just... more
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$20.00
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$5.00 - $10.00




Lyric Opera of Chicago 5-Show Subscription:...
Civic Opera House (Chicago, IL)
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Oct 15, Nov 19, Jan 27 and Mar...
Oct 6, Oct 27, Nov 17 and Mar 9...
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Lyric Opera of Chicago hits all the right notes with its upcoming season of shows. There's Don Giovanni, Capriccio, Il Trovatore, Porgy and Bess, Anna... more
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$170.00 - $430.00
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$100.00 - $208.00




Nature on Tap: Adults-Only Night at the...
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum (Chicago, IL)
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4.1 by 109 members

Tue, Aug 26 @ 6:00pm to 9:30pm
Tue, Sep 30 @ 6:00pm to 9:30pm
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum — including the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven — goes adults-only for this fun evening event. It's a unique chance to... more
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$10.00
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COMP - $5.00




Witch Hunts, Stage Combat and Mass Hysteria in...
Raven Theatre West Stage (Chicago, IL)
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4.1 by 15 members

Thu, Aug 21 @ 8:00pm
Sun, Aug 24 @ 3:30pm
and 12 more
What could be funnier than a good old-fashioned witch hunt? In the hands of Babes With Blades Theatre Company — not much. Their new original show Witch... more
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$20.00
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COMP - $10.00




Neil LaBute's Reasons to Be Happy in Midwest...
Profiles Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm
Sat, Aug 23 @ 8:00pm
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From the creator of the Tony-nominated reasons to be pretty comes the Midwest premiere of its off-Broadway companion piece, Reasons to Be Happy at... more
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$20.00 - $40.00
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Joss Stone and 20 Feet From Stardom's Lisa...
Ravinia Pavilion (Highland Park, IL)
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Wed, Sep 10 @ 7:30pm (Gates...
Grammy Award-winning soul songstress Joss Stone exploded onto the American music scene with her 2007 album, Introducing Joss Stone, which marked the... more
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$60.00
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$30.00




Five for Fighting ("Superman") With the Ravinia...
Ravinia Pavilion (Highland Park, IL)
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Sun, Sep 14 @ 7:00pm
Five for Fighting is actually the stage name for the singularly talented singer-songwriter John Ondrasik, who'll take the open-air stage with the... more
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$65.00
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$32.50




The Second City's Incomplete Guide to Everything:...
UP Comedy Club (Chicago, IL)
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4.6 by 137 members

Tue, Aug 19 @ 8:00pm
Sun, Aug 24 @ 4:00pm
and 16 more
From the best books to the worst presidents, The Second City comedy troupe is combining everything they've laughed at for the past half-century into... more
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$24.00
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$12.00




Award-Winning Luxury Dining Cruises Aboard the...
The Odyssey II (Chicago, IL)
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4.4 by 136 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 7:00pm (Fireworks...
Sun, Aug 24 @ 7:00pm (Sunset...
and 6 more
Departing from festive Navy Pier, the recently renovated luxury vessel known as the Odyssey sails along the lakefront, with its fabulous views of... more
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$135.86 - $146.74
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$81.52 - $88.04




D23 Disney Fanniversary Celebration: Celebrate...
Museum of Contemporary Art (Chicago, IL)
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Sat, Sep 6 @ 10:30am
Sat, Sep 6 @ 2:00pm
Celebrate dozens of magical milestones with D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, and listen to a never-released song track from Sleeping Beauty, see rare... more
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$40.00
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$25.00




John Lennon Tribute by Phil Angotti and Friends
City Winery Chicago (Chicago, IL)
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Tue, Aug 19 @ 8:00pm (Doors...
From "Imagine" to "All You Need Is Love," Phil Angotti and Friends pay tribute to the music of John Lennon by performing over 20 of his solo plus... more
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$10.00
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$5.00




Intimate Apparel: Lynn Nottage's Award-Winning...
Athenaeum Theatre Studio Three (Chicago, IL)
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4.5 by 35 members

Thu, Aug 21 @ 7:30pm
Fri, Aug 22 @ 7:30pm
Winner of the 2004 New York Drama Critics' Circle Award, Intimate Apparel tells the story of Esther, a middle-aged, African-American seamstress in... more
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$28.00
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$15.00




My First Time Replays First Sexual Encounters
Greenhouse Theater Center (Chicago, IL)
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3.9 by 12 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 11:00pm
Fri, Aug 29 @ 11:00pm
and 4 more
There's a story behind every first sexual experience, and this off-Broadway hit features a hilarious and sometimes painful collection of "first-time"... more
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$25.00
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$5.00 - $12.50




Monday Night Sunset Cocktail Cruise: Tour Lake...
Anita Dee II Yacht (Chicago, IL)
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3.9 by 32 members

Mon, Aug 25 @ 6:00pm
Mon, Sep 8 @ 6:00pm
and 3 more
Start the week off on a high note with a Monday Night Sunset Cocktail Cruise, which will whisk you away on the luxurious Anita Dee II yacht. This... more
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$25.00
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$12.00




See Chicago's Architecture From the River on a...
Kayak Chicago - Chicago River (Chicago, IL)
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4.6 by 7 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 10:00am
Sat, Aug 23 @ 10:00am
and 8 more
Get off the gritty, noisy streets for awhile and put your paddle in the water. That's right — now you can kayak along the tranquil Chicago River while... more
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$65.00
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$32.50




Watch the Navy Pier Fireworks From a Chicago...
Kayak Chicago - Chicago River (Chicago, IL)
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4.4 by 8 members

Wed, Aug 27 @ 7:15pm
Catch the famed Navy Pier fireworks show from the best seat in the house — the cockpit of your own kayak. Kayak Chicago offers this fun (and only... more
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$65.00
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$32.50




Buffet Cruise on the Spirit of Chicago: Dining &...
Spirit of Chicago (Chicago, IL)
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4.3 by 158 members

Wed, Aug 27 @ 7:00pm (Fireworks...
Fri, Aug 29 @ 8:00pm (Friday...
and 7 more
Step aboard the Spirit of Chicago for unparalleled lakefront cruising fun. Dine on a delicious buffet lunch or dinner, dance to DJ-played Top 40 hits... more
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$99.14 - $135.86
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$59.48 - $81.52




The Second City's Summer Blockbuster: Now in 4-D
UP Comedy Club (Chicago, IL)
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4.6 by 19 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 11:00pm
Sat, Aug 23 @ 11:00pm
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It's never a bad time to see sketch comedy courtesy of The Second City, but there's something extra special about seeing their show on a beautiful... more
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$24.00 - $29.00
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$10.00 - $14.50




Unwind With a Tuesday Night Happy Hour Cruise on...
Anita Dee II Yacht (Chicago, IL)
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4.5 by 12 members

Tue, Aug 19 @ 6:30pm
Tue, Aug 26 @ 6:30pm
and 4 more
Work week got you down already? Take a break with a Tuesday night happy hour cruise aboard the lovely Anita Dee II yacht. Enjoy live DJ tunes, dancing... more
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$30.00
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$15.00




River Walk & Boat Ride on Chicago History Tour Plus
Chicago Riverwalk - 111 East Wacker (Chicago, IL)
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4.5 by 69 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 1:00pm
Sat, Aug 23 @ 1:00pm
and 3 more
The Second City has some fascinating stories to tell — among them, how Chicago got that nickname and what it has to do with Mrs. O'Leary's cow. You'll... more
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$30.00
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$15.00




Churchill: Solo Show Captures Famed Prime Minister
Greenhouse Theater Center (Chicago, IL)
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4.5 by 18 members

Thu, Aug 21 @ 7:30pm
Sat, Aug 23 @ 2:30pm
and 4 more
Based on Winston Churchill's own writings, Ronald Keaton's one-man show finds the former British prime minister chafing under forced retirement after a... more
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$32.50 - $36.50
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$16.25 - $18.25




Heartwarming Comedy Making God Laugh
Oil Lamp Theater (Glenview, IL)
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4.7 by 14 members

Sun, Aug 24 @ 3:00pm
Thu, Sep 4 @ 8:00pm
and 2 more
A priest, an actress and a football player walk into a family gathering — and the results are much more entertaining than any one-liner. Making God Laugh... more
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$35.00
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$17.50




Neil Gaiman's Coraline: Magnetic Fields Singer's...
City Lit Theater (Chicago, IL)
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4.2 by 6 members

Thu, Aug 28 @ 7:30pm
Sun, Aug 31 @ 3:00pm
Master of fantasy Neil Gaiman's novel of a young girl who discovers a sinister new world comes to the stage in a musical adaptation by multiple... more
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$25.00
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$12.50




Foodie Walking Tour: Discover Wicker Park
Wicker Park (Chicago, IL)
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4.8 by 32 members

Sun, Aug 24 @ 11:00am
Sun, Aug 31 @ 11:00am
and 4 more
Get to know the real Chicago by discovering where the locals chow down. Sidewalk of Chicago's three-hour Food and History walking tour reveals one of... more
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$49.00
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$29.40




Improvised Thriller and Drinking Game Hitch...
The Annoyance Theatre & Bar (Chicago, IL)
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4.6 by 8 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 10:00pm
Fri, Aug 29 @ 10:00pm
and 8 more
Crime and drinking don't mix — unless it's at the totally inventive Hitch Cocktails. Each show, the actors will take suggestions from the audience to... more
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$20.00
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$10.00




Chicago Tragedies Tour: The Great Fire, Fort...
Chicago Riverwalk - 111 East Wacker (Chicago, IL)
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Fri, Aug 29 @ 1:00pm
Tue, Sep 2 @ 10:00am
and 3 more
Though it's less than 200 years old, the city of Chicago has had its fair share of history, with larger-than-life characters, towering triumphs and... more
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$20.00
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$10.00




All 32 Greek Tragedies With Food & Friends at...
The Den Theatre First Floor Mainstage (Chicago, IL)
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2.0 by 1 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm-11:00pm...
Fri, Aug 29 @ 8:00pm-11:00pm...
and 1 more
All 32 of the surviving Greek tragedies have been compressed into All Our Tragic, an epic modern-day festival of Dionysius occurring over 12 hours at... more
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$30.00
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$15.00




Walking Tour of Graceland Cemetery: History...
Graceland Cemetery (Chicago, IL)
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4.8 by 112 members

Sun, Sep 7 @ Noon (Graceland...
Sun, Sep 21 @ Noon (Graceland...
and 4 more
Established in 1860, Graceland Cemetery is the final resting place for some of Chicago's most famous politicians, architects, business leaders,... more
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$30.00
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$15.00




The Rack of Khan: A Star Trek Burlesque at...
Gorilla Tango Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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4.7 by 3 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 9:00pm
Fri, Sep 5 @ 9:00pm
and 6 more
Captain Kirk, Spock and the rest of the Enterprise crew explore their strangest new worlds yet as Gorilla Tango Theatre transforms them into smart,... more
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$28.00
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$7.00 - $20.00




Stupid F**king Bird: "Sort Of" Adaptation of The...
Richard Christiansen Theater (Chicago, IL)
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3.0 by 1 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 7:30pm
Sun, Aug 24 @ 3:00pm
and 16 more
In this contemporary, irreverent adaptation of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull, the famous Russian writer's characters still philosophize on love, art and... more
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$20.00
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$10.00




The Magic Parlour: An Evening of Classic Magic
Palmer House Hilton (Chicago, IL)
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4.9 by 42 members

Sat, Aug 30 @ 7:30pm
An evening of classic close-up magic, The Magic Parlour features award-winning, third-generation magician Dennis Watkins performing in an intimate... more
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$75.00
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$49.00




You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown and a Hike:...
The Morton Arboretum (Lisle, Illinois)
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5.0 by 2 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 1:00pm
Sun, Aug 24 @ 1:00pm
and 2 more
Spend the afternoon outdoors with Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Sally, Lucy and all your favorite Peanuts characters with this fun-filled, musical... more
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$10.00 - $20.00
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$5.00 - $10.00




Chicago Outfit Roller Derby at Windy City...
Windy City Fieldhouse (Chicago, IL)
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4.3 by 125 members

Sat, Aug 30 @ 7:00pm...
Catch intense roller derby action at Windy City Fieldhouse as the women of the Chicago Outfit, known as "Chicago's derby little secret," take on rivals... more
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$15.00
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$5.00 - $7.50




The Second City Improvises Its Way Through Game...
UP Comedy Club (Chicago, IL)
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4.4 by 17 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 8:00pm (Doors...
Wed, Aug 27 @ 8:00pm (Doors...
and 11 more
Come on down to Game Night, where the improv comedians of The Second City will put their own spin on classic game shows. You'll see some of today's top... more
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$24.00 - $29.00
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$12.00 - $14.50




Outrageous Sketch Comedy From Unlikely Company: W...
Stage 773 (Chicago, IL)
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5.0 by 2 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 10:30pm
Sat, Aug 30 @ 10:30pm
From the sketch comedy group formerly known on the Chicago comedy scene as Prostitute Tears comes some brand-new, name-changing, game-changing sketch... more
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$10.00
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COMP - $5.00




Gangsters, Grub and Audience Participation at...
Tommy Gun's Garage Dinner Theater (Chicago, IL)
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4.5 by 121 members

Thu, Aug 28 @ 6:30pm (Doors...
Fri, Aug 29 @ 7:30pm (Doors...
Enter the world of a Roaring '20s Chicago speakeasy featuring gangsters, flappers, food, hooch and plenty of fun at Tommy Gun's Garage. Following a... more
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$60.00 - $65.00
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$36.00 - $39.00




Unique Walking Tour Reveals the Historic...
Kenwood (Chicago, IL)
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4.8 by 42 members

Sat, Oct 4 @ Noon
Sat, Oct 25 @ Noon
Explore the historic mansions of one of Chicago's most charming and exclusive neighborhoods on this two- to three-hour guided walking tour. You'll... more
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$30.00
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$15.00




Unscripted Laughs From Second City's Improv...
UP Comedy Club (Chicago, IL)
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4.1 by 94 members

Mon, Aug 25 @ 8:00pm (Doors...
Mon, Sep 1 @ 8:00pm (Doors...
and 8 more
Chicago is renowned across the world as the home of great improv comedy, and with this show, the Windy City's finest improvisers prove it, as they... more
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$17.00
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$8.50




Mystic Blue's Lakefront Buffet Cruises: Dining &...
The Mystic Blue (Chicago, IL)
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4.2 by 37 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 7:00pm (Wednesday...
Sun, Aug 24 @ 6:00pm (Sunday...
and 3 more
Depart from Navy Pier aboard the contemporary and stylish Mystic Blue for unparalleled cruising fun along Chicago's legendary lakefront. Enjoy views of... more
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$99.14 - $119.54
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$59.48 - $71.72




Foodie Walking Tour: Discover River North
River North (Chicago, IL)
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4.5 by 8 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 11:00am
Sat, Aug 23 @ 11:00am
and 14 more
Besides Cubs vs. Sox, Chicagoans passionately debate two other controversies: who makes the best deep-dish pizza and who serves up the best Italian... more
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$49.00
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$29.40




Frida Kahlo & Sylvia Plath Cross Paths in...
Greenhouse Theater Center (Chicago, IL)
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2.3 by 3 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 8:00pm
Thu, Aug 21 @ 8:00pm
A fictional meeting between two of the 20th century's most fascinating artists — Mexican painter Frida Kahlo and American poet Sylvia Plath — is... more
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$25.00
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$12.50




Explore Chicago's River Walk on a Guided...
Chicago Riverwalk - 111 East Wacker (Chicago, IL)
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5.0 by 6 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 10:00am
Fri, Aug 29 @ 10:00am
and 2 more
The city of Chicago developed along the banks of the Chicago River, and you'll learn all about it on this two-and-a-half-hour walking tour along the... more
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$30.00
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$15.00




Chicago's Best Magic Performed Live at The Magic...
Greenhouse Theater Center (Chicago, IL)
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4.7 by 15 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 8:00pm
Wed, Aug 27 @ 8:00pm
Chicago has always been full of magic and at one point the magicians of Chicago became famous for their particular style. It's an up-close and personal... more
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$20.00
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$10.00




Pedway Explorers Walking Tour Traverses...
Chicago Riverwalk - 111 East Wacker (Chicago, IL)
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4.6 by 30 members

Thu, Aug 21 @ 10:00am
Thu, Aug 28 @ 10:00am
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This fun "urban safari" unveils the fascinating backstory of Chicago's "secret weapon" against the elements — the covered and heated Pedway... more
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$20.00
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$10.00




Explore Chicago's Historic Gold Coast by Foot
Gold Coast Neighborhood (Chicago, IL)
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4.9 by 13 members

Sat, Sep 20 @ Noon
Sat, Oct 11 @ Noon
Take a stroll through the aptly named Gold Coast, one of Chicago's most affluent neighborhoods. New mansions continue to spring up alongside the grand... more
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$30.00
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$15.00




Discover Chicago's History and Architecture...
Chicago Riverwalk - 111 East Wacker (Chicago, IL)
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4.5 by 2 members

Thu, Aug 28 @ 1:00pm
Thu, Sep 4 @ 1:00pm
Discover the best of Chicago on the River Walk & Loop tour from Chicago's Finest Tours. In this two-and-a-half-hour jaunt, you'll explore the Windy... more
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$30.00
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$15.00




Discover Chicago's Pilsen Neighborhood With...
Pilsen (Chicago, IL)
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5.0 by 11 members

Sun, Aug 24 @ Noon
Sun, Sep 14 @ Noon
Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood on the lower west side was originally settled by German and Irish immigrants who came to the city to work in the... more
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Sunday Sunset Paddle Along the Chicago River
Kayak Chicago - Chicago River (Chicago, IL)
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5.0 by 1 members

Sun, Aug 24 @ 7:00pm
Sun, Aug 31 @ 7:00pm
It's the usual Sunday night dilemma: Do something active, or chill out and relax before the workweek begins again? Now you can have it both ways on... more
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Matt Schofield: British Blues Guitar God
City Winery Chicago (Chicago, IL)
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Thu, Sep 11 @ 8:00pm
Singer-songwriter and guitar hero Matt Schofield's powerful blend of blues, funk and jazz guitar has earned him plenty of praise and awards since he... more
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Second City's Acclaimed Sketch Comedy Show Deprav...
The Second City Mainstage Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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Tue, Sep 2 @ 8:00pm
Wed, Sep 3 @ 8:00pm
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Hailed as "one of the most enjoyable, well-crafted sketch shows you're likely to see this year" (Chicagoist), Depraved New World showcases the amazing... more
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$23.00
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Late Nite Catechism at Royal George Theatre
Royal George Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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4.3 by 200 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 5:00pm
Sun, Aug 24 @ 2:00pm
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This hilarious two-act solo performance is part catechism class from back in the day, part stand-up routine — and completely hilarious. Sister will... more
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$31.00
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Improv Meets Striptease in Burlesque Is More
The Annoyance Theatre & Bar (Chicago, IL)
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4.1 by 9 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 10:30pm
Sat, Aug 30 @ 10:30pm
The only thing more sparse than the clothing is the paper-thin plots in Burlesque Is More at The Annoyance Theatre & Bar. Annoyance's steamy-hot... more
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The Chicago Theatre Marquee Tour, an...
The Chicago Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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4.7 by 147 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ Noon
Wed, Aug 20 @ 1:00pm
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This guided tour encompasses the historical and architectural highlights of The Chicago Theatre, including the grand lobby areas, the majestic... more
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Kiss Kiss Cabaret: Weekly Comedy, Burlesque,...
Greenhouse Theater Center (Chicago, IL)
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3.8 by 105 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 11:00pm
Fri, Aug 29 @ 11:00pm
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The entertainment extravaganza known as Kiss Kiss Cabaret combines comedy, burlesque, magic and juggling for an ever-changing, always-fresh weekly... more
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Men: The Show — Chicago's Longest-Running Male...
The Apartment - Lincoln Park (Chicago, IL)
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4.2 by 14 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 9:00pm
Sat, Aug 30 @ 9:00pm
Billed as the "ultimate ladies' night experience," Men: The Show is Chicago's longest-running male revue for women, a steamy, fast-paced show that... more
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Some Men: Time-Skipping Dramedy From Ragtime...
Rivendell Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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4.2 by 10 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 7:30pm
Thu, Aug 28 @ 7:30pm
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Filled with love and longing, challenges and joy, Some Men is a funny, moving march through nearly a century of gay history. Four-time Tony Award... more
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Pimprov — Hilarious, Original Improv Comedy
Chemically Imbalanced Theater (Chicago, IL)
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4.4 by 222 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 10:30pm
Fri, Aug 29 @ 10:30pm
It's not hard out here for a Pimprov at Chicago's Chemically Imbalanced Theater. The show has been hailed by critics and audiences alike as one of the... more
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Elvis Costello Keyboardist Steve Nieve Plays the...
City Winery Chicago (Chicago, IL)
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Tue, Sep 30 @ 8:00pm
Elvis Costello's longtime collaborator at the keys, Steve Nieve, is hitting the road with fresh solo piano reinterpretations of Costello's best songs,... more
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Love and Politics Collide in Stylish Comedy: Smash
Piccolo Theatre (Evanston, IL)
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Fri, Sep 5 @ 8:00pm
Sat, Sep 6 @ 8:00pm
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A political comedy based on the novel An Unsocial Socialist by George Bernard Shaw, Smash tells the story of Sidney, an extremely wealthy socialist who... more
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Thompson Twins' Tom Bailey, Howard Jones & More:...
Ravinia Pavilion (Highland Park, IL)
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Wed, Aug 27 @ 6:30pm
Go back to the future this summer and experience all the moody synths, lush guitars and gravity-defying hair-dos of '80s British new wave live at... more
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EL Stories: Real-Life Mass-Transit Adventures
Greenhouse Theater Center (Chicago, IL)
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4.1 by 29 members

Sat, Aug 30 @ 11:00pm
Sat, Sep 6 @ 11:00pm
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The performance group known as the Waltzing Mechanics creates original theatrical works out of conversations with real Chicago commuters. For EL Stories... more
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Cult Leader James Jones' Fascinating Origins...
The Annoyance Theatre & Bar (Chicago, IL)
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4.7 by 7 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm
While cult leader James Jones, The People's Temple and the cult's tragic mass suicide at Jonestown are well known — forever immortalized in the phrase... more
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Discover Old Town: Past and Present Walking Tour
Old Town (Chicago, IL)
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4.6 by 10 members

Sat, Sep 13 @ Noon
See and learn about a vast array of architecture, from stunning Victorians to working-class cottages to modern 21st-century mansions, on this... more
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Wynonna Judd, NeNe Leakes, Tabatha Coffey at...
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (Rosemont, IL)
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Sat, Sep 13 @ 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sun, Sep 14 @ 11:00am - 5:00pm
Three of today's most accomplished female celebrities — Wynonna Judd, NeNe Leakes and Tabatha Coffey — provide inspiration as keynote speakers at... more
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Methtacular! Tackles Real-Life Addiction With...
Theater Wit (Chicago, IL)
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Thu, Aug 21 @ 7:30pm (Preview)
Fri, Aug 22 @ 7:30pm (Preview)
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Methtacular! is writer-performer Steven Strafford's hilarious and harrowing autobiographical account of his three years as a crystal meth addict in the... more
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Kids Can Play, Learn and Create at Kohl...
Kohl Children’s Museum (Glenview, IL)
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Good for Any Date (Noon-5pm)
Get the kids away from their screens for an afternoon of creative and imaginative play and exploration. Kohl Children's Museum is totally designed to... more
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$11.00
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Sisterly Drama The Downpour, From the Writer of A...
Greenhouse Theater Center (Chicago, IL)
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Wed, Sep 10 @ 8:00pm (Preview)
Thu, Sep 11 @ 8:00pm (Preview)
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Anger and fear mix with love and bravery in The Downpour, a new family drama about a pair of adult sisters with deep bonds — and equally deep wounds.... more
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Historic Hyde Park: A Guided Tour by Joyce Walks...
Hyde Park (Chicago, IL)
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5.0 by 5 members

Sat, Sep 27 @ Noon
Head to Chicago's south side to explore Hyde Park. This fascinating area of the city is the place where great thinkers, scientists, architects and... more
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$30.00
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The Weirdos of Oz: A Puppet Comedy Adaptation
The Annoyance Theatre & Bar (Chicago, IL)
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4.3 by 3 members

Sun, Aug 24 @ 3:00pm
Sun, Aug 31 @ 3:00pm
When Dorothy and her talking dog Toto are whisked away by a tornado in this hilarious puppet spoof, you'll know you're not in Kansas anymore. You know... more
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Actor-Comedian Godfrey (Zoolander) Live at The...
Chicago Improv of Schaumburg (Schaumburg, IL)
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Thu, Aug 21 @ 7:30pm
Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm
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One of the nation's top touring stand-up comics, Godfrey is also in high demand as an actor, appearing in the films Zoolander, Original Gangstas and Sou... more
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Weekend Improv Comedy Shows at Laugh Out Loud...
Laugh Out Loud Theater (Schaumburg, IL)
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4.0 by 264 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 7:30pm
Fri, Aug 22 @ 9:30pm
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The show is guaranteed to be hilarious and new every time Laugh Out Loud Theater performs Weekend Improv. Done in the same fully improvised style as... more
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Party at the Zoo: Wine Social at the Peck...
Milwaukee County Zoo (Milwaukee, WI)
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Sat, Aug 23 @ 5:00pm
Sat, Aug 23 @ 8:00pm
Grab a date, a group of friends or just yourself and head down to the zoo for a fun party and wine tasting event. The Peck Welcome Center, located just... more
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$46.00
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Schaumburg Boomers Baseball: Family Fun in the Sun
Schaumburg Boomers Stadium (Schaumburg, IL)
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4.3 by 3 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 6:30pm (vs....
Sat, Aug 23 @ 6:00pm (vs....
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Nothing beats baseball for summer fun, and the Schaumburg Boomers specialize in showing their fans a good time. This independent team in the Frontier... more
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$25.00
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'Gator Bait: Stage Send-Up of Infamous '70s...
The Cornservatory (Chicago, IL)
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3.5 by 2 members

Thu, Aug 21 @ 8:00pm
Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm
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Billed as "Half Animal ... All Woman!," Desiree is the backwoods beauty of the bayou, the sexy seductress of the swamp — she is 'Gator Bate! Inspired... more
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$10.00 - $15.00
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Baby Wants Candy: Improvised Musical Based on...
The Annoyance Theatre & Bar (Chicago, IL)
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4.8 by 4 members

Tue, Aug 26 @ 8:00pm
The lights go down and you and the rest of the audience shout out titles of musicals that have never been performed before. Accompanied by a full band,... more
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$15.00
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See the City Lights on Kayak Chicago's Night Paddle
Kayak Chicago - Chicago River (Chicago, IL)
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4.2 by 5 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm
Fri, Aug 29 @ 8:00pm
You've got you're usual Friday night routine, but this weekend, why not try something different? Head down to the river and enjoy a three-hour... more
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$55.00
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Hellish Half-Light Compiles Samuel Beckett Shorts
Angel Island Theater (Chicago, IL)
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5.0 by 4 members

Thu, Aug 21 @ 8:00pm
Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm
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Sample six of Samuel Beckett's shorter works in an exceptional theatrical experience where you and the characters in the plays will share the same... more
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$25.00
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The Broken Gay Folk Revue: Storytelling & Songs...
The Annoyance Theatre & Bar (Chicago, IL)
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4.8 by 5 members

Thu, Aug 21 @ 8:00pm
Thu, Aug 28 @ 8:00pm
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The Broken Gay Folk Revue is an evening of readings, anecdotes and folk music featuring essay writer and performer Mike Gifford and songwriter Ross W.... more
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$12.00
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Improvised pHamily The Musical in Andersonville
pH Comedy Theater (Chicago, IL)
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4.4 by 5 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 8:00pm
Sat, Aug 30 @ 8:00pm
Get ready for one of pH Productions signature shows: pHamily The Musical. Audience suggestions help create a family of characters, an on the spot plot... more
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$10.00
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$5.00




Bible Bingo: Fun Games, Holy Trivia in...
Royal George Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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4.2 by 39 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm
Sat, Aug 23 @ 8:00pm
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From Vicki Quade, the creator of the popular comedy Late Nite Catechism, comes the new interactive comedy Bible Bingo. The Archdiocese's new gaming... more
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$31.00
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Drink! The Sketch Comedy Drinking Game — '90s...
The Cornservatory (Chicago, IL)
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5.0 by 3 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 11:00pm
Sat, Aug 30 @ 11:00pm
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Oh, snap! Part sketch comedy, part wicked drinking game, Drink! takes original comedic sketches by Corn Productions' talented team of writers and pairs... more
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Totally '80s Comedy Power-Pop Duo Nightpunch
The Annoyance Theatre & Bar (Chicago, IL)
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Thu, Aug 21 @ 8:00pm
Thu, Aug 28 @ 8:00pm
Move over, Flight of the Conchords — here comes Nightpunch! Inspired by over-the-top, anthemic pop rock and dance music of the '80s and '90s,... more
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$12.00
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Absurdist Comedy The Arsonists Comes to Chicago
Strawdog Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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Thu, Aug 21 @ 8:00pm (Preview)
Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm (Preview)
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Strawdog Theatre Company presents The Arsonists, written by popular British comedy writer Alistair Beaton. This elegant, witty translation of Max... more
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Dogs, Cats, Turtles — Oh My! See it All at the...
Darien Sportsplex (Darien, IL)
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Sat, Sep 6 @ 10:00am - 5:00pm...
Your pet is a huge part of your life, and now an entire weekend can be about them! The Chicago Pet Show brings together over 150 pet-related product... more
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$7.00 - $14.00
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An Unscripted Romance: Modern-Day Romance With...
The Annoyance Theatre & Bar (Chicago, IL)
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Wed, Aug 20 @ 8:00pm
Wed, Aug 27 @ 8:00pm
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Follow the roller-coaster ride of a relationship — complete with the humor, heartache, highs, lows and everything else in between — in An Unscripted... more
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$15.00
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Bad Advice Features Great Improv at pH Comedy...
pH Comedy Theater (Chicago, IL)
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2.3 by 3 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm
Fri, Aug 29 @ 8:00pm
Only in Chicago can a great night out begin with Bad Advice. ph Productions presents this fresh and hilarious improv show at its own Comedy Theater.... more
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$10.00
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Sketch Comedy Cupid Has a Heart On
Stage 773 (Chicago, IL)
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4.5 by 59 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 8:00pm
The Cupid Players return to Stage 773 with their musical sketch show Cupid Has a Heart On: A Musical Guide to Relationships. A collection of songs and... more
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$22.00
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$10.00 - $11.00




Jazz Singer Janet Sanzo: What Is This Thing...
Skokie Theatre (Skokie, IL)
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Thu, Aug 28 @ 8:00pm
Sultry chanteuse Janet Sanzo delves into matters of the heart, with the Great American Songbook as her reference guide. She'll team with veteran... more
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Deathprov: Improv Comedy Mixes With Murder
The Cornservatory (Chicago, IL)
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4.7 by 15 members

Sun, Aug 24 @ 7:30pm
Colonel Mustard may have done it in the library with the lead pipe, but at Deathprov anything can be a murder weapon. Using a suggestion from the... more
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$10.00
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Medea: Visceral Retelling of Greek Myth From...
Dream Laboratory (Chicago, IL)
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4.0 by 3 members

Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm
Sat, Aug 23 @ 8:00pm
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An ancient tale inaugurates the Dream Theatre Company's new space as Medea, a main stage production from Jeremy Menekseoglu, opens at the Company's... more
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Paddle Lake Michigan with Kayak Chicago
Kayak Chicago - North Avenue Beach (Chicago, IL)
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4.7 by 3 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 10:00am
Sun, Aug 24 @ Noon
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Forget the chores and the errands, weekends are meant for fun! A perfect option is Kayak Chicago's three-hour Lake Paddle. See the city from a whole... more
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$65.00
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$32.50




MattyB: Pop Rapper and Internet Sensation
Paramount Theatre (Aurora, IL)
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Sat, Aug 23 @ 4:00pm
At only 11 years old, Matthew "MattyB" Morris has racked up over 900 million views on YouTube and legions of fans on Facebook and Twitter — not to... more
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$21.00 - $26.00
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$10.00 - $12.00




Sweet Home Chicago Food Tour: A Bicycle Adventure
Bike Chicago - Chicago Riverwalk (Chicago, IL)
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3.0 by 1 members

Sat or Sun at 10am Through Sept...
Sample delicious treats and then burn off the calories during this fun and flavorful bike tour. You'll enjoy the tasty flavors and aromas of chocolate,... more
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$49.00 - $59.00
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$24.50 - $29.50




Sketch Comedy Legend Annoyance Theatre's Absurd I...
The Annoyance Theatre & Bar (Chicago, IL)
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3.0 by 3 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 8:00pm
Sat, Aug 30 @ 8:00pm
and 8 more
With alumni like Stephen Colbert, SNL's Jason Sudeikis, Conan's Andy Richter and Glee's Jane Lynch, to name just a few, the Annoyance Theatre is one of... more
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Fail/Safe: Prospect of World War III Haunts New...
Strawdog Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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Sun, Sep 14 @ 8:00pm (Preview)
Mon, Sep 15 @ 8:00pm
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Some plays push you to the edge of seat, but only Fail/Safe will leave you sitting on the brink of eternity. This world premiere from Strawdog Theatre... more
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$10.00 - $15.00
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$5.00 - $7.50




Chekhov & Mamet Cause Trouble in Annoyance...
The Annoyance Theatre & Bar (Chicago, IL)
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5.0 by 1 members

Wed, Aug 20 @ 8:00pm
Wed, Aug 27 @ 8:00pm
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It's double the show and double the hilarious fun as Annoyance Theatre presents a two-part event deconstructing the relationships between men and... more
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$12.00
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$6.00




Improv and Sketch Comedy at Chemically...
Chemically Imbalanced Theater (Chicago, IL)
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3.8 by 68 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 10:30pm
Sat, Aug 30 @ 10:30pm
Chemically Imbalanced Comedy is perfectly set up for lots of laughs: it's an intimate space with a full bar and some of the best local comedy troupes... more
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$10.00
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Down Range: Soldiers Return Home to Find New...
National Pastime Theater (Chicago, IL)
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Thu, Aug 21 @ 7:30pm
Fri, Aug 22 @ 7:30pm
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For many soldiers, it is after the shooting stops that the real battle begins. In Down Range, the raw and touching new play by Jeffrey Skinner (Dream On... more
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$45.00
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$10.00 - $22.50




Blues, Bikes & BBQ Food Tour: Pedal Through Hyde...
Bike Chicago - 53rd Street Bike Center (Chicago, IL)
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3.3 by 3 members

Sat or Sun at 11:30am Through...
Gear up to explore one of Chicago's best-kept secrets, the Hyde Park neighborhood, with Bike and Roll Chicago's Blues, Bikes & BBQ Food Tour. You'll... more
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$59.00 - $69.00
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$29.50 - $34.50




Alice Invents a Little Game and Alice Always Wins...
The Den Theatre 3A (Chicago, IL)
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Fri, Sep 12 @ 7:30pm
Sat, Sep 13 @ 7:30pm
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From Nick Flynn, the author of acclaimed memoirs Another Bullsh*t Night in Suck City and The Ticking is the Bomb, comes an enigmatic and haunting stage... more
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$20.00
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$10.00




ComedySportz: Fast and Funny Improv Comedy for...
The ComedySportz Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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4.5 by 73 members

Thu, Aug 21 @ 8:00pm
Sat, Aug 23 @ 6:00pm
Fans of comedy and improv shows like Whose Line Is It Anyway? will love Chicago's ComedySportz, a fun, fast-paced event that's great for the whole... more
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$22.00
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$11.00




Storytown: Improv Comedy Created by Your Kids
Stage 773 (Chicago, IL)
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4.4 by 19 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 10:30am
Sat, Aug 30 @ 10:30am
Storytown is a super-fun interactive comedy show for kids ages 3-10. The kids in the audience create the setting, which might include superheroes,... more
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$10.00
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$6.00




Kid City Chicago: An Indoor Play Space for the...
Kid City Chicago (Chicago, IL)
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Good Anytime
Let the little ones loose in the city ... Kid City, that is. Fun and imagination collide in this indoor play space where children ages 6 and younger... more
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$14.00
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$7.00




Mag Mile in the Morning Walking Tour
Mag Mile - WendyCity (Chicago, IL)
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Sat, Aug 23 @ 7:30am
Mon, Aug 25 @ 7:30am
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Walk the Magnificent Mile with an entertaining architectural historian tour guide and learn about some of Chicago's iconic skyscrapers, exotic private... more
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$25.00
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$12.50




Bikes@Night Tour: Nighttime Bike Ride Through...
Millennium Park (Chicago, IL)
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4.5 by 2 members

Every Wed & Sat at 7:30pm...
Enjoy the beauty of downtown Chicago from a different perspective with Bike and Roll's Bikes@Night Bicycle Tour. You'll ride along the picturesque... more
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$30.00 - $40.00
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$15.00 - $20.00




Comedian Michael Blackson (Comic View)
Castle Chicago Nightclub (Chicago, IL)
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Sun, Aug 24 @ 7:00pm
Sun, Aug 24 @ 9:30pm
Born in the African nation of Ghana, Michael Blackson, aka the "African King of Comedy," began his stand-up career in Philadelphia in 1992 and was soon... more
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$50.00
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$25.00




Comedian Rick Gutierrez (Showtime's Latino Laugh...
Chicago Improv of Schaumburg (Schaumburg, IL)
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Thu, Sep 11 @ 7:30pm
Fri, Sep 12 @ 8:00pm
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Mixing irreverent social commentary with hilarious observations about marriage, divorce and fatherhood, stand-up comic Rick Gutierrez has been a top... more
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$17.00 - $19.00
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$8.50 - $9.50




Angela of Death, a Dark Musical Comedy
The Annoyance Theatre & Bar (Chicago, IL)
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Fri, Aug 29 @ 8:00pm
Fri, Sep 5 @ 8:00pm
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Angela Ostrowski.is a typical high school girl. She's getting ready to graduate and move on to her "real life." The only problem is, she has a dark... more
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$20.00
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Comic D.C. Benny (Last Comic Standing) at...
Chicago Improv of Schaumburg (Schaumburg, IL)
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Thu, Aug 28 @ 7:30pm
Fri, Aug 29 @ 8:00pm
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In the hard-hitting world of stand-up comedy, D.C. Benny is a heavyweight. Leaving one-liners and throwaway gags to the amateurs, Benny is a pro at... more
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$17.00
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$8.50




Presidential Bike Tour: Pedal Past Obama's Chicago
Bike Chicago - 53rd Street Bike Center (Chicago, IL)
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5.0 by 1 members

Weekends at 10:30am Through...
Tour Chicago by bike and learn about Barack Obama's pre-presidential history. The three-hour bicycle tour will take you through the picturesque... more
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$30.00 - $40.00
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$15.00 - $20.00




The Blue Show: Hilariously Risqué Late Night Improv
The ComedySportz Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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Fri, Aug 22 @ 10:00pm
Combine the fast-paced games of ComedySportz, add the no-holds-barred elements of Whose Line Is It Anyway? and top it off with a dose of the naughty,... more
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$15.00
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$7.50




Thursday Night Prime Time: Laughs Come Live With...
Laugh Out Loud Theater (Schaumburg, IL)
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3.6 by 5 members

Thu, Aug 21 @ 8:00pm
The Laugh Out Loud ensemble boasts 20 of the top improv performers in all of Chicagoland, and their popular Thursday Night Prime Time show teams a... more
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$12.00
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$6.00




Into Hell: The Oregon Trail Recreates Classic...
The Annoyance Theatre & Bar (Chicago, IL)
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Sun, Aug 24 @ 8:30pm
Sun, Aug 31 @ 8:30pm
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"You have died of dysentry." For an entire generation raised on rudimentary computer games, this abrupt ending said it all. In Into Hell: The Oregon Trail... more
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$12.00
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$6.00




Rare Books, Vintage Maps and More at the 53rd...
Plumbers Union Hall (Chicago, IL)
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4.4 by 9 members

Sat, Oct 11 @ 10:00am-5:00pm
Find collectible books and rare first editions as well as thousands of titles from a variety of vendors at the 53rd annual Midwest Antiquarian... more
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$6.00
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Ina Garten, "The Barefoot Contessa," Comes to...
Auditorium Theatre (Chicago, IL)
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Thu, Nov 6 @ 7:30pm
Chef Ina Garten, also known as "the Barefoot Contessa" to her many devoted fans, is beloved for her simple, straightforward approach to cooking and... more
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$27.50
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$17.50




Gothic Classic The Yellow Wallpaper: Descent...
Chopin Theatre Studio (Chicago, IL)
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Fri, Aug 22 @ 7:30pm
Sat, Aug 23 @ 7:30pm
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Confined to her room as part of a "rest cure" for her postpartum depression, a woman descends into madness in this modernized adaptation of the classic... more
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$10.00 - $20.00
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$5.00 - $10.00




Jon Lovitz (Saturday Night Live, The Critic)...
Chicago Improv of Schaumburg (Schaumburg, IL)
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4.5 by 65 members

Fri, Sep 5 @ 10:15pm
Sun, Sep 7 @ 7:00pm
Best known for his five years as a cast member on Saturday Night Live, Jon Lovitz played several memorable characters, including pathological liar... more
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$33.00
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$16.50




Adventure Library! Bookish Fun for Everyone
pH Comedy Theater (Chicago, IL)
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4.5 by 2 members

Sat, Aug 23 @ 2:00pm
Sat, Aug 30 @ 2:00pm
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Here's your chance to entertain the family with two of the funnest things for kids in one afternoon. With Adventure Library!, pH Productions combines... more
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$12.00
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$6.00




Halloween Masquerade Ball Rocks Navy Pier
Navy Pier Grand Ballroom (Chicago, IL)
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Fri, Oct 31 @ 8:00pm
DJ Metro will be mix-master of ceremonies for this frightfully fun masquerade party inside the beautiful Grand Ballroom at Navy Pier, Chicago's famed... more
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$30.00
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$15.00




Family Fun Expo: Activities, Games & Vendors
DuPage Expo Center (St. Charles, IL)
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Oct 18-19 (10am-5pm)
Run through an inflatable obstacle course, see a magic show, learn some soccer tricks and much more at the Chicago Family Fun Expo. This weekend-long... more
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$7.00 - $14.00
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COMP - $5.00




Provocative Look at Our Reactions to Tragedy in H...
Athenaeum Theatre Studio Two (Chicago, IL)
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5.0 by 1 members

Thu, Aug 21 @ 8:00pm
Fri, Aug 22 @ 8:00pm
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Personalities and stereotypes clash in this new play that asks whether we should behave with quiet civility or brave transformation through the power... more
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$30.00
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$16.00




Arthur Miller's All My Sons Looks at the Cost of...
Raven Theatre East Stage (Chicago, IL)
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Tue, Sep 16 @ 7:30pm (Preview)
Wed, Sep 17 @ 7:30pm (Preview)
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Some 65 years after it was first produced, Arthur Miller's American tragedy about the Keller family — entrepreneur father, devoted mother, war-hero... more
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$22.00 - $36.00
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$11.00 - $18.00
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