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Sam Clemmett plays Albus Potter and Anthony Boyle is Scorpius Malfoy in “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.”

Tickets for Chicago stop of ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ go on sale May 13

Tickets for the Chicago leg of the national tour of Tony Award-winning “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” go on sale Monday, May 13. The tuner begins performances at the James M. Nederlander Theatre Sept. 10.

John Lithgow learns from Estrella at the Debbie Allen Dance Academy during the filming of “Art Happens Here With John Lithgow,” debuting Friday, April 26

John Lithgow takes on the role of the new kid in school for a PBS special celebrating arts education

At 78, John Lithgow is not slowing down. Recently, the actor learned dance, ceramics, silk-screen printing and vocal jazz ensemble with high school students for “Art Happens Here,” airing Friday, April 26, on PBS with the goal of promoting arts education.

Mark Montgomery and Cassidy Slaughter-Mason play wounded people determined to enjoy their lives in Northlight Theatre's rolling premiere of “Brooklyn Laundry” by John Patrick Shanley.

Two bruised, lonely people find love in poignant ‘Brooklyn Laundry’

Two lonely people with a lifetime of baggage take the first tentative steps toward love in “Brooklyn Laundry,” a new play by Pulitzer Prize-winner John Patrick Shanley in a rolling premiere at Northlight Theatre.

Art (Mike Faist), left, Tashi (Zendaya) and Patrick (Josh O'Connor) have a bit of fun in “Challengers.”

A prickly treat: Prepare yourself for stylish, synthy tennis drama ‘Challengers’

“Challengers” is a bit of a tease. That’s what makes it fun. It’s a sexy tennis movie about friendship, love, competition and sport starring Josh O’Connor, Zendaya and Mike Faist. It might not contain exactly what you think it does. Manage expectations, but also trust.

Erica Stephan plays prim, proper Sarah Brown and Pepe Nufrio plays charming gambler Sky Masterson in Drury Lane Theatre's sparkling revival of “Guys and Dolls.”

Drury Lane’s sparkling revival reminds us why we love ‘Guys and Dolls’

Frank Loesser’s marvelous score, Abe Burrows’ witty book and director/choreographer Dan Knechtges’ first-rate cast make for a stellar “Guys and Dolls” revival at Drury Lane Theatre.

The Artist Alley at C2E2, seen here in 2023, is one of the event's most popular attractions.

15th annual C2E2 arrives at McCormick Place Friday

Actor Josh Brolin will headline the 15th annual Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo this weekend along with stars of shows like “Ted Lasso,” “One Tree Hill,” “Rick and Morty” and “One Piece” and a host of additional events.

The Richardson Farm Tulip Festival is in full bloom in Spring Grove.

Things to do April 26-May 2: Tulip fests, Long Grove Craft Beer Fest, Natasha Leggero, Arbor Day events and more

Mark your calendars for the Long Grove Craft Beer Festival, performances by Natasha Leggero and Victor Manuelle, Arbor Day events in Arlington Heights and Lisle and more happening this week.