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A series of vignettes, written by Dan Shea and Rick Pechous, tells the story of what happens when the Kingdom of Stonefell has no one left to fight but themselv... READ MORE

Potential Boyfriends

Date: Tue., Jun. 25, 8 p.m.

Studio BE

Comedy

The ensemble performs a blend of sketch and improv in this comedy show. Performances by guest troupes and stand-up comics round out the night. Tickets include a... READ MORE

Laugh Out Loud Tour

Date: Sat., Jun. 22, 4 p.m.

The Second City

Comedy

The Second City Touring Company performs humorous highlights from The Second City's most popular revues. READ MORE

Blue Man Group

Date: Fri., Jun. 21, 8 p.m.

Briar Street Theatre

Kids & Family

Schedule note: Shows generally take place Thursdays through Sundays. There are occasional Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday performances as well. ("See more dates a... READ MORE

Cupid Has a Heart On: A Musical Guide to Relationships

Date: Sat., Jun. 22, 8 p.m.

Stage 773

Comedy

An original musical sketch comedy show satirizes falling in love. READ MORE

ComedySportz

Date: Thu., Jun. 20, 8 p.m.

ComedySportz Theatre

Comedy

Two teams of professional comedians compete in this short-form improv show that's appropriate for all ages. A referee calls fouls and awards points, although t... READ MORE

Open Improv Jam

Date: Mon., Jun. 24, 10 p.m.

The Tonic Room

Bar/Club

Local pianist Charles Egerton Cameron and guests host an open mic for musicians, spoken word artists, singers and others at this weekly show. READ MORE

Speak Easy Comedy

Date: Mon., Jun. 24, 8:30 p.m.

Stanley's Kitchen and Tap

Theater

Chicago comedians host a showcase of five local and national performers. Doors open at 8 p.m. READ MORE

We're All in This Room Together

Date: Thu., Jun. 20, 8 p.m.

The Second City e.t.c.

Comedy

Songs, sketches and short scenes poke fun at human interactions -- or the lack thereof -- in the age of Facebook, Twitter and other 21st century technology. Rya... READ MORE

Simply Scotty

Date: Sun., Jul. 7, 7 p.m.

3160-Chicago's Piano & Cabaret

Bar/Club

Local entertainer Scott Gryder performs a humorous cabaret act with piano accompaniment by Nick Sula and special guest singer Freddie The Puppet. READ MORE

Thirsty: The Premiere Improv Drinking Party

Date: Fri., Jun. 21, 10:30 p.m.

Apollo Theater

Comedy

Now in its fifth season, the group of improvisational actors performs original scenes, songs and drinking games based on audience suggestions, lines of dialogue... READ MORE

Smokey Joe's Cafe: The Songs of Leiber and Stoller

Date: Wed., Jun. 19, 2 p.m.

Royal George Theatre Center

Concert

Originally known as "Baby That's Rock n Roll," the production features nearly 40 hits created by the pioneers of rock and roll. READ MORE

Taste of Lincoln Avenue

Date: Sat., Jul. 27, 12 p.m.

Lincoln and Fullerton Avenues

Dining

Get your taste buds ready for a weekend of diverse flavors and dishes at the annual fundraiser, which features more than 250 vendors, 40 musical acts (lineup TB... READ MORE

Sheffield Garden Walk and Music Festival

Date: Sun., Jul. 21, 12 p.m.

Sheffield and Webster Avenues

Fair/Festival

More than 100 residential gardens are open for exploration during the 45th annual neighborhood festival, which also features live music from Poi Dog Pondering (... READ MORE

Oktoberfest Chicago

Date: Fri., Sep. 27, 5 p.m.

St. Alphonsus Church

Fair/Festival

One of the city's oldest churches celebrates its German roots with brats, beer and live music on two stages during this 13th annual indoor-outdoor fest. On Sund... READ MORE

Learnapalooza-Lakeview

Date: Sat., Jul. 20, 10 a.m.

Next Door

Class

Share any knowledge and experience at this free volunteer-run community learning festival. READ MORE

Lakeview East Festival of the Arts

Date: Sat., Sep. 14, 10 a.m.

Broadway and Belmont Avenue

Fair/Festival

Browse original paintings, sculpture, jewelry, photography, furniture and more works from 175 juried artists comprise the ninth annual juried show along Broadwa... READ MORE

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Chicago Craft Beer Festival

Zoovies

Plain White T's

LARP Fiction

Potential Boyfriends

Laugh Out Loud Tour

Blue Man Group

Cupid Has a Heart On: A Musical Guide to Relationships

ComedySportz

Open Improv Jam

Speak Easy Comedy

We're All in This Room Together

Simply Scotty

Thirsty: The Premiere Improv Drinking Party

Smokey Joe's Cafe: The Songs of Leiber and Stoller

Taste of Lincoln Avenue

Sheffield Garden Walk and Music Festival

Oktoberfest Chicago

Learnapalooza-Lakeview

Lakeview East Festival of the Arts