CHICAGO THEATRE PICKS CHICAGO THEATRE WEEK Experience the extraordinary range of Chicago’s theatre scene during this 10-day celebration each February. Snag discounted tickets to more than 100 shows, from rousing musicals to experimental dramas. Learn more at chicagotheatre week.com . FAT HAM Goodman Theatre Through Feb. 23 Co-produced with Chicago’s Definition Theatre, a boisterous Southern cookout is the setting for a Black, queer discovery of identity. GLASSHEART City Lit Theater Through Feb. 23 This Chicago premiere is a modern-day reimagining of the classic Beauty and the Beast fairy tale. FUN HOME Porchlight Music Theatre Through March 2 Based on a graphic novel, Fun Home is the story of seeing your parents through grown-up eyes. CIRCUS QUIXOTE Lookingglass Theatre Through March 30 Follow the folly-filled quest of Don Quixote to bring good deeds back into the world. CYGNUS The Gift Theatre Feb. 6 – March 16 Cydney believes an angel rescued her from an unspeakable trauma, but the truth is even stranger. HAMLET Chicago Shakespeare Theater March 13 – 23 In collaboration with the Chicago Latino Theater Alliance, Shakespeare’s text is blended with personal stories of young performers with Down syndrome. TITANIQUE Broadway In Chicago March 25 – May 18 Off-Broadway’s award-winning hit turns the Titanic love story into a hysterical musical fantasy. THE LISTENERS Lyric Opera of Chicago March 30 – April 11 Claire joins a cult-like group to destroy the source of a humming noise that is driving her mad. ART Remy Bumppo Theatre Company May 1 – June 1 This thought-provoking comedy explores the true value of both art and friendship. DIANA Theo May 23 – July 6 The timeless Princess Diana is the focus of this electrifying musical. WAR OF THE WORLDS Lifeline Theatre May 23 – July 13 This sci-fi thriller is a study in human nature when the social order is disrupted. Jay Pritzker Pavilion Telling the transformative stories of Latino artists is the mission of Teatro Vista . Stage performances that incorporate theatre and innovative storytelling are a signature of the company’s productions. Each season presents an eclectic range of classic and contemporary productions. Experience the essence of Chicago music at Buddy Guy’s Legends , the premier showcase for Chicago blues. Owned by legendary blues guitarist Buddy Guy, this is the spot to see both stars and up-and-coming talent. One of Chicago’s most iconic music venues (and a favorite hangout of notorious gangster Al Capone), the Green Mill has served up live jazz and cocktails for over 100 years. The lounge also hosts the first and longest-running slam poetry series in the country. A Chicago nightlife institution, Spybar Chicago hosts local and international DJs spinning house, techno, and electronic beats in a cozy River North basement space. MUSIC Soak in the natural beauty and architectural splendor of Millennium Park while listening to a variety of free alfresco concerts at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion . Enjoy everything from rock to R&B to folk music. Head to the landmark Symphony Center to hear classical music by the Grammy Award-winning Chicago Symphony Orchestra , along with guest performances of jazz, pop, and global music. The Lyric Opera of Chicago is renowned as an international powerhouse of great opera. 27
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