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The Fall of the House of Usher

Date: Mon., May. 20, 7:30 p.m.

Theater

The Hypocrites perform an adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's horror tale of a man who makes a disconcerting discovery when he visits an old friend. READ MORE

West Side Story

Date: Tue., Jun. 11, 7:30 p.m.

Ford Center for the Performing Arts, Oriental Theatre

Theater

See the classic musical about two star-crossed lovers who struggle to rise above their circumstances in 1960s New York. The production runs through June 16. READ MORE

First Friday Gallery Night

Date: Fri., Jun. 7, 5 p.m.

Lakeside Legacy Arts Park

Kids & Family

A family friendly event features live music, art exhibitions, conversations with artists, Dole Mansion tours, cash bar and free light refreshments. The event co... READ MORE

Sparkle Hour!

Date: Sun., Dec. 9, 8 p.m.

The Annoyance Theatre

Theater

Philip Markle tells the story of his journey to become Philip Sparkle is this hour-long, one-man musical. READ MORE

It’s a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play

Date: Thu., Nov. 29, 8 p.m.

American Theater Company

Theater

The theater becomes a 1940s radio studio to tell the classic story of one man's effect on his community complete with audiograms and commercial breaks. Free mil... READ MORE

It's a Wonderful Santa Land Miracle Nut-Cracking Christmas Story…Jews Welcome

Date: Sun., Nov. 25, 3 p.m.

Stage 773

Theater

Street Tempo Theatre packs the whole holiday season into one show with singing, dancing, stories and interactive games. READ MORE

A Dirty '30s Christmas

Date: Sat., Dec. 8, 8 p.m.

Chemically Imbalanced Theater

Theater

A nearby prison break and a surprise visitor threaten Mary Beth's hopes to give her son Charlie a wonderful Christmas. READ MORE

Closet Land

Date: Sat., Nov. 17, 8 p.m.

Bolingbrook Performing Arts Center

Theater

In this drama adapted from the 1991 film of the same title, a female author is kidnapped and interrogated by a government official who is convinced that her nov... READ MORE

Halloween Parade

Palatine Public Library

Kids & Family

Kids listen to stories and songs and then show off their costumes with a parade around the library. READ MORE

Loose Chicks and an Extra Chick

Date: Fri., Jun. 14, 8 p.m.

Lincoln Loft

Theater

The group performs its hour-long show based on its members' life experiences. READ MORE

pHree for All: Improv Jam

Date: Wed., May. 22, 8 p.m.

pH Productions Comedy Theater

Veteran coaches instruct people from all levels of improv at this weekly show, where audience members can come early to sign up and participate or just watch. READ MORE

pHree for All: Open Mic

Date: Wed., May. 22

pH Productions Comedy Theater

Enjoy stand up comedy from the newest talent in Chicago. Kenny Metroff and Eric Oren host this weekly event, where all levels are welcome to sign up and partici... READ MORE

The Spotlight Series: Women on Top

Date: Wed., May. 22, 12:30 p.m.

pH Productions Comedy Theater

This series celebrates female comedic talent in Chicago and features a rotating cast of women. READ MORE

Bah! Humbug

Strawdog Theatre

Theater

The Chicago Red Line presents a twist on Dickens' holiday classic filled with music, dancing and comedy. READ MORE

The Annoyance Christmas Pageant

Date: Sun., Dec. 2, 2 p.m.

The Annoyance Theatre

The annual show presents adaptations of the holiday Christmas specials "A Charlie Brown Christmas" and "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer." READ MORE

Tour de Cure

Date: Sun., Jun. 9, 5:30 a.m.

Two Brothers Roundhouse

Bike 10, 20, 35, 62 or 100 miles at the benefit for the American Diabetes Association. Tickets include a T-shirt, breakfast, lunch and a post-ride festival with... READ MORE