Cheap stuff: Dance yourself silly, 'Tommy' at NU theater

$10 and under 'The Who's Tommy'See "The Who's Tommy," the hit 1993 Broadway adaptation of the 1969 rock opera album by Pete Townshend. The story looks at a British boy once perceived to be "deaf, dumb and blind," who finds a skill playing pinball.8 p.m. Friday, March 5, and Saturday, March 6; 2 p.m. Sunday March 7, at the Josephine Louis Theatre, Northwestern University's Theatre and Interpretation Center, 20 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston. $10-$15. (847) 491-7282.May I have this dance?Join the Young at Heart Singles Club for an evening of ballroom dancing for all ages. The dress code for women is semi-dressy to dressy. Men are required to wear jackets. No jeans or gym shoes are allowed. Dance from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, March 5, at the American Legion Hall, 9757 W. Pacific, Franklin Park. Doors open at 7 p.m. Members are $7; guests $9. Hotline (630) 415-3449; for directions to dances call (847) 678-7068.Brown bag lectureHear stories of unusual men and women who once worked and lived in the historic community of Geneva at the Community Characters brown bag lecture at the Geneva History Center. Lean about an Irish immigrant with a mysterious past, an artist with quite a sense of humor and more. Cookies and coffee will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring a lunch. The fee will include admission to the center's "Scouting: A Century of Values" exhibit, looking at the Boy Scouts of America and Geneva scouts in particular.Noon on Tuesday, March 9, at the Geneva History Center, 113 S. Third St., Geneva. $5 for adults; $3 for Geneva History Center members and students. (630) 232-4951.Barry knows the BeatlesBarry Miles, Beatles insider and author of the Paul McCartney biography "Many Years from Now," discusses his friendship with members of the legendary rock group and the creative energy and culture of the 1960s. Following his program, Miles will take questions from the audience and will sign copies of his numerous works. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 11, in the J Theatre, Building J, Room J143 at Harper College, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine. $5-$10. (847) 925-6707 or visit harpercollege.edu.Free Artists in ActionTwelve local artists will demonstrate and represent their art forms during the Artists in Action event. Visitors can view the artwork and interact and discuss art with the artists. The evening also features music, hors d' oeuvres and beverages.5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 5, at Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake. Free admission, but donations are welcome. (815) 455-8000 or lakesidelegacy.org.Anne Frank photosThe Naperville Art League presents its newest exhibit, "Anne Frank: A Private Photo Album," featuring 70 rarely seen black and white photographs of author and Holocaust victim Anne Frank (1929-1945) and her family. The photos were taken by Frank's father, Otto. Runs Saturday, March 6, through Friday, April 2, at the Naperville Fine Art Center and Gallery, 508 N. Center St., Naperville. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Admission to exhibit is free, but donations are welcome. An opening reception runs from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 5. Note: A $10 donation will be collected from those attending the opening reception. (630) 355-2530 or visit napervilleartleague.com.A Nickel's WorthFind out what a nickel could buy back in the 1890s and how consumer preferences were changing at the A Nickel's Worth program at Kline Creek Farm.Tours begin on the hour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 6, and Sunday, March 7, at Kline Creek Farm, 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago. Free. Registration is not required. (630) 876-5900 or dupageforest.org.Chess challengesThe Mount Prospect Public Library hosts an afternoon of open-chess play for all ages. While a basic knowledge of the game is required, all ages and skill levels are invited. The library will supply the chessboards. Children under age 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver. 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 7, at the Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St., Mount Prospect. Free admission. Registration is required. Call (847) 253-5675 or visit mppl.org/events.False300225In a photo taken by her father Otto, Anne Frank, Holocaust victim and author of "The Diary of Anne Frank," sleeps soundly. The photo is part of a new exhibit at the Naperville Fine Art Center and Gallery.Courtesy of the Anne Frank Center, USAFalse