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Steppenwolf Theatre co-founder Jeff Perry and ensemble member Kathryn Erbe rehearse “The Dance of Death,” adapted by Conor McPherson from August Strindberg’s 1900 play about marital warfare.

Spotlight: Strindberg revivals at Steppenwolf and Court and premieres at Rivendell and Story theaters

Steppenwolf and Court theaters revive August Strindberg classics while Rivendell and Story theaters premiere new works and the Tony Award-winning musical “The Outsiders” makes its Chicago premiere, this week in local theater.

Violinist Geneva Lewis performs Samuel Barber’s Violin Concerto with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra this weekend.

Best Bets: ESO in concert, Long Grove Cocoa Crawl and Chicago Botanic’s orchid show

This weekend, listen to the sounds of Barber and Brahms courtesy of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra. Plus, warm up with hot chocolate during the Long Grove Cocoa Crawl and view beautiful flowers during the Chicago Botanic Garden’s “The Orchid Show: Feelin’ Groovy” in Glencoe.

Comedians Tim Walkoe and Paul Farahvar inaugurate the new Copley Comedy Series Feb. 28 in Aurora.

Paramount announces new Copley Comedy Series

Paramount Theatre on Monday announced its new Copley Comedy Series running select Saturdays Feb. 28 through May 2 at the 165-seat Copley Theatre.

Comedian/actor/director Bobcat Goldthwait will perform Friday and Saturday, Feb. 6-7, at the Comedy Vault in Batavia.

Things to do Feb. 6-12: Bobcat Goldthwait, Jay Leno, Loni Love, RV Camping & Van Show and more

Make plans for Bobcat Goldthwait at the Comedy Vault in Batavia, Jay Leno at the Genesee Theatre, Loni Love at the American Place Casino in Waukegan, the 57th Annual RV Camping and Van Show in Rosemont and more.

The $135 Game Day Platter at Bub City can feed your table while you watch the big game on Super Bowl Sunday.

Where to enjoy the Super Bowl even though your beloved Bears aren’t in it

The Chicago Bears may not have made it to the Super Bowl, but the big game will be played Sunday regardless. Many suburban bars and restaurants are rolling out ways for you to make the best of it.

Seymour (Jackson Evans), second from left, and Audrey (Maya Rowe) find comfort in each other as Audrey II becomes more demanding in Marriott Theatre's “Little Shop of Horrors” featuring actor/puppeteers Jordan Anthony Arredondo, third from right, Garret Lutz and Ed Kross.

Comedy, compassion and a little terror animate Marriott Theatre’s ‘Little Shop of Horrors’

Fine performances, excellent design and remarkable original puppets elevate Marriott Theatre’s winning revival of the comically macabre musical “Little Shop of Horrors.”

Ford’s Built Wild attraction lets Chicago Auto Show visitors experience “Bronco Mountain.” The popular feature returns this February.

Car-tastic: The Chicago Auto Show is back with 2,000 tires to kick

New attractions include Chi-Town Alley showcasing local car culture and an indoor test track for gas-powered autos.