Lake County Entertainment
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Spectacular: Imagination and whimsy triumph in Marriott’s ‘Frozen’Nov 12, 2026 9:09 pm - Staging the beloved “Frozen the Broadway Musical” poses challenges that Marriott Theatre, director Ashley Rodbro and her creative team meet with imagination that trumps spectacle.
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New restaurant in former Gianni’s space in Kildeer offering Greek cuisineNov 11, 2026 1:54 pm - Óasi Kitchen + Bar in Kildeer is an example of how familiarity breeds entrepreneurship. The restaurant, expected to open Friday at 20505 N. Rand Road, Suite 120, housed Gianni’s Cafe from 2003 until the owners decided to close it late last year and concentrate on Gianni’s location in downtown Palatine.
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Best Bets: Morton’s Illumination and Chicago Botanic’s Lightscape light up the nightNov 11, 2026 8:55 am - Marvel at the beauty of lights aglow at night during the return of Morton Arboretum’s Illumination and Chicago Botanic Garden’s Lightscape. Plus, Patti LaBelle, Keb’ Mo’ and Art Garfunkel will be performing in the suburbs over the next week.
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Harper College brings Ibsen’s ‘A Doll’s House’ to life on stageNov 10, 2026 3:49 pm - Harper College’s production of “A Doll’s House” on Nov. 13-22 features Amy Herzog’s contemporary adaptation that condenses Ibsen’s classic into a 100-minute performance exploring themes of identity, independence, and personal freedom that remain relevant today.
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Battle of the band leaders at Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band concertNov 10, 2026 10:20 am - The Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band will sport a new look at its upcoming concert Saturday, Nov. 14, at Vernon Hills High School. Music director duties will be shared by a trio of conductors who are vying to become the next leader of the band.
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Dining out: Holiday menus and specials, and a cooking class for kids at Moretti’sNov 09, 2026 6:24 pm - The flavors of the season are here for a limited time at Eddie Merlot’s, White Castle, Jeff’s Bagel Run and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams.
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Libertyville gets its close-up as ‘Christmas at the Zoo’ movie premieres TuesdayNov 09, 2026 4:29 pm - Libertyville businesses and residents play supporting roles in another holiday romance movie premiering Tuesday.
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New chapter as senior center transitions to Vernon Hills Senior ClubNov 06, 2026 4:09 pm - Adults 55 and older are reminded that the Vernon Hills Park District through an intergovernmental agreement has assumed management of the village’s senior center.
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Lambs Farm stages ‘Elf Jr.’ at Lake Forest High SchoolNov 06, 2026 2:41 pm - “I love to perform and making my directors happy that I can do it,” says Lambs Farm participant Brayanna LaConte, who will be playing Buddy in Lambs Farm’s production of “Elf, Jr.” on Nov. 14-15 at Lake Forest High School.
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Holiday lights event to kick off season in GurneeNov 06, 2026 12:13 pm - The holiday season kicks off in Gurnee on Friday, Nov. 20, as the village, Gurnee Park District, Gurnee Chamber of Commerce and Gurnee Community Church host the annual Holiday Lights event at Welton Plaza, 4555 Old Grand Ave.
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