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Aspiring musician Drew (Mack Spotts), second from right, falls in love with aspiring actress Sherrie (Dani Pike), right, in Metropolis Performing Arts Centre’s revival of the jukebox tuner “Rock of Ages.”

Nothing succeeds like 1980s excess in Metropolis’ ‘Rock of Ages’ revival

Over-the-top in the best possible way, “Rock of Ages,” the jukebox musical send-up of 1980s glam metal and the people who loved it, gets a high-energy revival courtesy of the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre.

Batavia Depot Museum director Kate Garrett, left, and curator Jessica Meis stand near a display featuring a 1973 photo of the depot being placed in its current site on Houston Street in Batavia. “The Museum a Community Built” tells the story of the community saving the building and converting it into a museum.

Batavia Depot Museum marks 50 years since opening in restored train station

In 1973, Batavia's train depot was moved to its current location, sparking redevelopment. Its 50th anniversary as the Batavia Depot Museum is celebrated in a new exhibit about the depot's history.

The Chicago Dogs baseball team opens its season this week at Impact Field in Rosemont.

Best Bets: Play ball! Professional baseball returns to Rosemont, Schaumburg

This week, professional baseball returns to Impact Field in Rosemont and Wintrust Field in Schaumburg, Raue Center hosts a “stand-up momedy” show, and Ballet Chicago celebrates legendary choreographer George Balanchine.

Roger Daltrey, left, and Pete Townshend during the announcement of “The Who: The Song Is Over, The North American Farewell Tour” Thursday, May 9, in London.

The Who will perform one last time in Chicago Sept. 7

British rock band The Who are saying their final goodbye to North America this summer with “The Song Is Over North America Farewell Tour,” playing Chicago’s United Center Sunday, Sept. 7. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m Friday, May 16.

Comedian Craig Shoemaker performs Wednesday, May 14, at the Chicago Improv in Schaumburg.

Things to do May 9-15: Craig Shoemaker, Mother’s Day events, Dave Barry and more

Mark your calendar for comedian Craig Shoemaker, the International Gem and Jewelry Show, Mother’s Day events, Jim Jeffries’ comedy show, Dave Barry at the American Writers Museum and more happening this week.

Sturgill Simpson will perform Friday, May 9, at Rosemont’s Allstate Arena.

Concerts May 9-15: Sturgill Simpson, Rauw Alejandro, Ministry and more

Upcoming concerts this week include Sturgill Simpson, Rauw Alejandro, xikers 2025 World Tour, Clay Walker, Saint Motel, Ministry and more.

Lainey Wilson accepts the award for album of the year for “Whirlwind” during the 60th annual Academy of Country Music Awards on Thursday, May 8, in Frisco, Texas.

Lainey Wilson rules the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards once again, Alan Jackson is honored

It was her night once again. Lainey Wilson took home the top prize at the 60th annual Academy of Country Music Awards — the title of entertainer of the year — for a second year in a row. And that was after she cleaned house, taking home trophies for both female artist and album of the year.