Patton Oswalt and Blackberry Smoke coming to Waukegan's Genesee

Comedian and actor Patton Oswalt ("The Goldbergs," "Ratatouille") will perform standup at the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan this spring.

Oswald's show is at 8 p.m. Friday, May 17. Tickets are $37.50-$67.50.

Also heading to the Genesee is the southern rock and country band Blackberry Smoke.

The band brings its "Break It Down Tour" with special guest Ida Mae at 8 p.m. Friday, March 22. Tickets are $27.50-$57.50.

Both shows go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 11. Call (847) 263-6300 or visit geneseetheatre.com.

- Scott C. Morgan