Performing Arts
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Second mariachi opera plays in Waukegan, ChicagoMar 13, 2015 6:00 am - The creative forces behind the world's first mariachi opera are at it again. "El Pasado Nunca se Termina" ("The Past is Never Finished") debuts at three venues in Chicag...
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Peter Gallagher fights infection to return to BroadwayMar 12, 2015 11:00 pm - NEW YORK (AP) - If there's one thing that musical theater performers fear most it might be silence - their own. Imagine opening your mouth to sing and nothing comes out....
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Theater events: Ben Tedder defends the 'Caveman' in AuroraMar 12, 2015 11:00 pm - • Performances begin Friday, March 13, for Copley Theatre's production of "Defending the Caveman." Ben Tedder stars as the titular Neanderthal in Rob Becker's examinatio...
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Weekend picks: Mike Birbiglia plays COD's McAninchMar 12, 2015 11:00 pm - Sleepwalk with him Fans of comedian Mike Birbiglia from his film “Sleepwalk With Me” and his many appearances on the public radio show “This American Life” won't wa...
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Budget-friendly fun: Irish dancing, Reid gets jazzyMar 12, 2015 6:00 am - Free McNulty Irish Dancers The McNulty Irish Dancers set the mood for St. Patrick's Day (a few days early) when they perform at the Paddy's on the Square Irish...
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Audra McDonald to return to Broadway in 2016 in a musicalMar 11, 2015 11:00 pm - NEW YORK (AP) - Six-time Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald is returning to Broadway next year in a show that reaches back over 90 years. Producer Scott Rudin said Thursda...
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St. Patrick's Day in the suburbs: More than a wee bit IrishMar 11, 2015 6:00 am - It's easy being green come St. Patrick's Day in the suburbs. From music-filled parades to adults-only bar bashes, we've got a long list of events to please the lovers of...
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Music notes: Andrew Salgado brings country to SkokieMar 11, 2015 5:30 am - Fresh country in Skokie Up-and-coming country singer Andrew Salgado has opened for some of country music's biggest stars, including Clint Black, Carrie Underwood an...
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Weekend picks: Comedian Cash Levy plays ZaniesMar 10, 2015 11:00 pm - Comic Cash If you love comedian Cash Levy from his TV appearances on Comedy Central, Fox Sports and other major networks, then see him in person starting Thursday a...
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Kirk Players to stage 'Sherlock Holmes and the Jersey Lily' March 27-29Mar 10, 2015 11:00 pm - Kirk Players will present "Sherlock Holmes and the Jersey Lily" by Katie Forgette for the troupe's spring show at the Mundelein High School theater. Performances open Fr...