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‘Terrifier 3’ is a surprise horror hit. Yes, there are three!

By Herb Scribner
Oct 24, 2024 2:48 pm - Among the many things horror movies have going for them, one is the shock value they can bring to the box office: When things go right, a cheaply made slasher can become a big hit. The latest example is “Terrifier 3,” which has made over $40 million on a $2 million budget since opening in theaters on Oct. 11.
‘Some Like It Hot’ pairs old-fashioned Broadway pizzazz with contemporary message

By Barbara Vitello
Oct 24, 2024 12:44 pm - Inspired by the classic 1959 comedy, the taptastic “Some Like It Hot” is more than a farcical romp. It’s also a heartfelt examination of gender, race and identity.
Voices of Hope Community Chorus supports ALAS-WINGS with $1,200 donation

Submitted by Dawn Wolfe
Oct 24, 2024 12:22 pm - Voices of Hope Community Chorus, a local nonaudition chorus dedicated to supporting the breast cancer community, is proud to announce a charitable donation of $1,200 to ALAS-WINGS, a Chicago-based organization that empowers Hispanic/Latina women and their families who are affected by breast cancer.
Arlington Heights native and Broadway star returns to celebrate new album with concerts at Davenport's Nov. 13-16

Submitted by Dave Gallagher
Oct 24, 2024 12:21 pm - Arlington Heights native, award-winning vocalist, Broadway star and recording artist, Karen Mason, returns in concert to celebrate the release of her new CD “Karen Mason … And All That Jazz!” at Chicago’s premier cabaret Davenport’s, from Wednesday Nov. 13 through Saturday, Nov. 16.
Al Roker and his oldest daughter, Courtney, team up on a cookbook that celebrates their family

By MARK KENNEDY
Oct 24, 2024 11:51 am - Al Roker and his oldest daughter, Courtney, are naturals to collaborate on a food project, and they’ve done just that. Roker often leads the cooking segment on the “Today” show. Courtney is a professional chef.
Ron Onesti: M&Ms used to be my favorite candy!

By Ron Onesti
Oct 23, 2024 10:27 pm - It’s been a whirlwind!!! We have had soooo many shows recently, even more than normal! And once again in October we have one stretch of 15 shows in 11 straight days! Live music is back … and people are loving it!
Tom Hardy’s double act can’t save ‘Venom: The Last Dance’

By JAKE COYLE
Oct 23, 2024 4:41 pm - For three films now, Tom Hardy has smushed Jekyll and Hyde into one strange and slimy double act. If “The Last Dance” is the swan song for this spun-off, half-formed franchise, it confirms that the “Venom” films never quite figured themselves out.
DuPage Symphony Orchestra to host free open rehearsal Nov. 14

By Mari Ullrick, DuPage Symphony Orchestra
Oct 23, 2024 4:00 pm - The DuPage Symphony Orchestra invites the community to experience a special behind-the-scenes look at a classical music performance during a free open rehearsal on Thursday, Nov. 14.
Music Review: Rare hometown recordings, ‘Bird in Kansas City,’ capture Charlie Parker’s playful mood

By STEVEN WINE
Oct 23, 2024 3:28 pm - Listening to Charlie Parker’s saxophone gymnastics on a new album of rare recordings is like watching Simone Biles stretch during warmups. A new collection, “Bird in Kansas City,” captures Parker’s grace and greatness in casual settings.
‘Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’ expands ‘Big Bang Theory’ universe

By KAITLYN HUAMANI
Oct 23, 2024 3:15 pm - Chuck Lorre is responsible for some of the most successful sitcoms of all time. “The whole thing boils down to great actors and great scripts,” which he feels he has on “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage,” airing Thursdays on CBS.

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