Marin Alsop is departing Ravinia after six years as chief conductor and a one-time curator of the festival. During her tenure, she steered the Chicago Symphony through its first regularly convened concerts out of the pandemic and settled it into the renovated Hunter Pavilion. But Breaking Barriers may have been her crowning achievement.
As a movie about getting older and still having to cater to younger demographics, the Kevin Hart comedy “72 Hours” has a meta synergy to it.
For 20 years, Niche has worked to embody the definition of its name in downtown Geneva. This classic American restaurant continues to provide an evolving menu that fuses modern sensibilities with classic preparations and global influences while curating one of the most distinctive beverage programs in the Chicago area.
The Sugar Grove Corn Boil on July 23-26 features carnival rides, food, music, nightly entertainment, and fireworks on Saturday. This year's event honors America's 250th anniversary. Also, proceeds from red, white and blue light-up bracelet and glow stick sales will go toward supporting veteran mental health.
Upcoming concerts include Benson Boone at Rosemont’s Allstate Arena, Blues Traveler at Brookfield Zoo Chicago, Karol G at Chicago’s Soldier Field, Guns N’ Roses at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre, Lollapalooza in Chicago’s Grant Park and more.
Each year, the Streamwood Summer Celebration Committee works to bring new ideas and events to the free festival while keeping it welcoming and enjoyable for all ages.