Warm up to winter with Pentatonix, Bret Michaels, 'Messiah' and other holiday musical performances

Holiday shows of all shapes and sizes are popping up around Chicago and suburbs. From big-name acts and seasonal spectacles to area choral and instrumental performances, we're sure you'll find something that stokes your holiday spirit.

"Presley, Perkins, Lewis & Cash": 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, at the McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Join the cast for a holiday show that features classic rock 'n' roll hits, plus a selection of heartwarming holiday tunes. $45-$65. atthemac.org.

"Christmas with the Nelsons": 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, at Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. A Cappella troupe. Multiplatinum recording artists Matthew and Gunnar Nelson perform a holiday concert. $29-$38. (815) 356-9212 or rauecenter.org.

The 11th Annual Galway Arms Christmas Concert: 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, at The Galway Arms, 2442 N. Clark St., Chicago. Join Paddy Homan and the Galway Arms Sunday Sessioners as they celebrate the Christmas Season with festive songs, tunes and stories. $15. brownpapertickets.com.

"A Cherry, Cherry Christmas Neil Diamond Tribute": 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2, at the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights. Denny Svehla performs songs from Neil Diamond's four Christmas albums plus his greatest hits. Tickets: $30, stage tables: $35. metropolisarts.com.

DuPage Community Concert Band: 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2, at the McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Concert features holiday favorites and more. $7. atthemac.org.

Cirque Musica presents "Holiday Wishes": 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, at Rosemont Theatre, 5400 N. River Road, Rosemont. Symphonic holiday concert with circus acts. $27-$127. (800) 982-2787 or rosemonttheatre.com.

A Chanticleer Christmas: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 3-4, at Fourth Presbyterian Church, 126 E. Chestnut St., Chicago. The Grammy-winning male chorus, known as "an orchestra of voices," performs Christmas music. $39-$61. fourthchurch.org.

"The 12 Dames of Christmas starring Angela Ingersoll": 3 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, at the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights. Angela Ingersoll returns for a holiday concert filled with classic songs originally performed by 12 famous "dames," including Judy Garland. Tickets: $45, stage tables: $50. metropolisarts.com.

"Bret Michaels Christmas Party": 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, Arcada Theatre, 105 E. Main St., St. Charles. The frontman of the heavy metal band Poison returns to the Arcada Theatre with his all-hits Christmas show. $69-$125. (630) 962-7000 or arcadalive.com.

Gavin Coyle's "A Celtic Christmas": 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at the McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Award-winning recording artist Gavin Coyle brings his "A Celtic Christmas" back to the MAC to perform traditional holiday favorites from America and Ireland. Tickets: $35. Proceeds benefit People's Resource Center. $35. atthemac.org.

Wintersong 2019 Christmas with Glen Ellyn Wheaton Chorale: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, and 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at College Church, 332 E. Seminary Ave., Wheaton. The Glen Ellyn-Wheaton Chorale will be joined by organist Dan Mattix and a chamber orchestra for Christmas music. Tickets: $9-$19. gewchorale.org.

"Home Alone" in Concert: 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, and 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7-8, at Chicago Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. Experience the holiday classic on the big screen with John Williams' whimsical score performed by members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. $45-$99. cso.org.

Chicago Gay Men's Chorus' "Holidisco": 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at Athenaeum Theatre, 2936 N. Southport Ave., Chicago; then 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie; then 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111 St., Chicago. Holiday music with a disco spin. $15.50-$43. cgmc.org.

Chicago A Cappella's "Holidays A Cappella": 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at North Central College's Wentz Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville; then 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Ave., Evanston; then 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at St. Clement Church, 642 W. Deming Place, Chicago; then 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, at Fourth Presbyterian Church Buchanan Chapel, 115 E. Delaware Place, Chicago; then 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at Church of the Holy Spirit, 400 E. Westminster Ave., Lake Forest; then 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at Pilgrim Congregational Church, 460 Lake St., Oak Park. Holiday music by an A cappella chorus. $20-$43. chicagoacappella.org.

"A Charlie Brown Christmas" Live Concert Experience: 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave., Arlington Heights. Get in the holiday spirit as the Mick Archer Trio plays the entire Vince Guaraldi score from "A Charlie Brown Christmas." Holiday treats provided. Register on the website. Free. ahml.info.

B96 Jingle Bash: 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at Allstate Arena, 6920 Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Featuring Katy Perry, Camila Cabello, Marshmello, Normani, MONSTA X, Lil Tecca, AJ Mitchell and NCT 127. $85-$175; parking fees: $15-$25 cash only. (800) 982-2787 or allstatearena.com.

The Lakeside Singers - "It's The Best Time of the Year": 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at Grace United Methodist Church, 300 E. Gartner Road, Naperville; 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9, at the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights. $35, $25 seniors and students. metropolisarts.com. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, at St. James Cathedral, 65 E. Huron St., Chicago; 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at North Central College's Nichols Hall, 1490 Chicago Ave., Naperville. Join The Lakeside Singers for an evening of holiday classics. Tickets in Evanston, Chicago and Naperville: $35, $25 seniors and students, $10 kids ages 12 and under. lakesidesingers.com.

Top of the World: "A Carpenters Christmas": 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, Arcada Theatre, 105 E. Main St., St. Charles. This tribute band inspired by The Carpenters features vocalist Debbie Taylor and an eight-piece band. Top of the World takes you on a nostalgic journey through the Carpenters' greatest hits and holiday favorites while sharing some of the back stories behind the music. $29-$59. (630) 962-7000 or arcadalive.com.

God with Us!: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at St. Matthew United Church of Christ, 1420 S. Gables Blvd., Wheaton. The Christmas cantata shares the story of Jesus Christ. Nursery care provided. Fellowship following the worship service. Free. stmatthewucc.org.

The Wizards of Winter: "The Christmas Dream": 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, Arcada Theatre, 105 E. Main St., St. Charles. This family-friendly holiday show features former members of classic bands performing the rock opera "The Christmas Dream." $29-$79. (630) 962-7000 or arcadalive.com.

Wind Ensemble Holiday Concert: 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at the College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. $6; $5 for CLC staff, students and senior citizens; free for kids younger than 18, though a ticket is required. clcillinois.edu.

The Texas Tenors "Deep in the Heart of Christmas": 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton, Naperville. The Texas Tenors, which debuted on "America's Got Talent," perform a holiday show. $30-$50. finearts.northcentralcollege.edu.

CBA "Do It Yourself Messiah": 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, at St. James Episcopal Cathedral, 65 E. Huron, Chicago. Sing along with the Chicago Bar Association Symphony Orchestra and CBA Chorus and award-winning soloists or just listen to the Christmas portion of Handel's oratorio. Bring your own copy of "Messiah" or purchase one at the door. $15 adults, $12 students. brownpapertickets.com.

Jane Lynch - "A Swingin' Little Christmas Live in Concert featuring Kate Flannery & Tim Davis with The Tony Guerrero Quintet": 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at Batavia Fine Arts Centre, Batavia. $42-$64. (630) 937-8930 or bataviafineartscentre.org; also at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13 and 14, at Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. $50-$70. (815) 356-9212 or rauecenter.org. also at 5 and 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at City Winery, 1200 W. Randolph St., Chicago. Get into the holiday spirit with Emmy Award-winning actress Jane Lynch ("Glee") and friends in an intimate cabaret show. $55-$78. citywinery.com.

"Charlie Brown Christmas" Jazz with the Chris White Trio: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at The Gorton Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest. Join Chris White and his trio for a "Charlie Brown Jazz Christmas Concert" featuring the holiday music of Vince Guaraldi. There will be a cash bar. $20 online, $25 at the door, $10 with student ID. gortoncenter.org.

Christmas Songs of Worship: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at the Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St., Chicago. Chris Tomlin will perform Christmas Songs of Worship in an intimate night of remembering what the season is all about. $33. msg.com/the-chicago-theatre.

Chicago Master Singers Christmas: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, and 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at Divine Word Chapel, 2001 Waukegan Road, Northbrook. Join the Chicago Master Singers and members of the Ars Viva Orchestra for favorite carols and new discoveries under the direction of Alan Heatherington. $15-$48. chicagomastersingers.org.

Allegrezza's "The Night Before Christmas": 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, at The Chicago Temple, 77 W. Washington St., Chicago; then 3 p.m. at Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S. Garfield St., Hinsdale. A holiday concert of gospel, jazz and traditional holiday carols. Also featuring Gaudete Brass. $20-$25. allegrezzasingers.com.

Ides of March Christmas Show: 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Arcada Theatre, 105 E. Main St., St. Charles. Grammy Award-winner Jim Peterik leads the classic rock band in its annual Christmas extravaganza. $49-$79. (630) 962-7000 or arcadalive.com.

Robin Spielberg's "Spirit of the Holidays Sing-A-Long": 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton, Naperville. Hear pianist/composer Robin Spielberg's arrangements for the season, with singalongs, stories, special guests and more. $6-$12. finearts.northcentralcollege.edu.

Performathon: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at David Adler Music and Arts Center, 1700 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Join the Adler Center for a marathon holiday recital supporting student scholarships. Enjoy performances all day long, a bake sale, holiday craft projects, art exhibitions and a public caroling party and singalong at 7 p.m. Free, donations accepted. adlercenter.org.

"A Chicago Chorale Christmas": 5 and 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at Bennett Gordon Hall, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. Enjoy a holiday concert. $12-$50. ravinia.org.

Elgin Symphony Orchestra's "Deck the Halls Holiday Concert": 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at the Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin. The Elgin holiday tradition features a community singalong with the Elgin Master Chorale, Dancewerks and a special visit from Santa. $40-$60. elginsymphony.org.

"Merry, Merry Chicago!": Various times from Saturday, Dec. 14, to Monday, Dec. 23, at Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. Ring in the holidays with Symphony Center's annual spectacular featuring Members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the Chicago Symphony Chorus and special guests performing festive favorites. $40-$150. cso.org.

Windy City Performing Arts' "Don We Now": 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at DePaul University's Holtschneider Performance Center, N. Halsted St., Chicago. Join with the Windy City Gay Chorus and the Windy City Treble Quire for a 40th anniversary holiday concert. $32-$54. windycitysings.org.

Apollo Chorus of Chicago: 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, and 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 E. Randolph Drive, Chicago. Annual performances of Handel's "Messiah," this year featuring soprano Amanda Majeski, mezzo-soprano Kayleigh Decker, tenor William Hite and bass-baritone Darren Stokes as soloists. $30-$70. harristheaterchicago.org.

"Sing-Along Messiah" with Voices in Harmony: 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. Audiences are invited to join in Handel's beloved oratorio inspired by the life of Jesus Christ. $15-$20. (815) 356-9212 or rauecenter.org.

Holiday Jingle Ball Showcase: 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at Geneva High School, 416 McKinley Ave., Geneva. The Sunset Dance Company performs its Holiday Jingle Ball Showcase recital. Tickets: $9. genevaparks.org.

Lakes Community High School Holiday Concert: 1:30 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at the Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Road, Lindenhurst. Get into the holiday spirit courtesy of the musicians from Lakes Community High School. Free. lvdl.org.

Fox Valley Jazz Big Band and the Holidays: 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at The Venue, 21 S. Broadway Ave., Aurora. This seasonal concert with the Fox Valley Jazz Big Band will feature the music of Stan Kenton and U. S. Air Force Airmen of Note arranger Mike Crotty, plus jazz vocalist Julie Ann Caselli. Doors open at 1 p.m. Advance tickets cost $25 for reserved table seating ($30 at the door) and $20 general admission ($25 at the door). fvjazzbigband.org.

Barrington High School Madrigals: 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at Barrington's White House, 145 W. Main St., Barrington. The BHS Madrigal ensemble will perform a variety of Medieval and holiday tunes in a Renaissance-themed event, complete with costumes. Includes dessert. $10-$25, free for students in eighth grade and younger with the purchase of an adult ticket. barringtonswhitehouse.com.

"Mirror of Mathis Christmas Show": 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at Pheasant Run Resort, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles. David Robbins performs a holiday tribute to Johnny Mathis. $30. pheasantrun.com/entertainment/mainstage-theater.

"The Music of Christmas": 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at Hammerschmidt Chapel, Elmhurst College, 190 S. Prospect, Elmhurst. The Elmhurst Choral Union and Orchestra present "The Music of Christmas," featuring Vivaldi's Gloria, music by Leroy Anderson and Alfred Burt carols. A preconcert lecture begins at 2 p.m. Tickets: $10-$25. elmhurstchoralunion.org.

Arlington Heights Community Concert Band: 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at Forest View Education Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights. This concert of festive holiday music will include a traditional singalong. Reservations recommended. Free. arlingtonheightsband.org.

"Laud to the Nativity": 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at St. Raymond Church, Elmhurst Avenue and Lincoln Street, Mount Prospect. Northwest Choral Society presents Ottorino Respighi's "Laud to the Nativity" for soloists, chorus and wind instruments, with traditional and modern classics for Christmas. Tickets: $15-$20 in advance, $5 at the door. nwchoralsociety.org.

"Sing-Along Messiah": 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at the Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. The holiday tradition returns. $15-$20. rauecenter.org.

Callipygian Players Holiday Concert: 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, at Imago, 216 Prairie St., Elgin. The Callipygian Players will sing Christmas carols and perform baroque instrumental music on period instruments. Complimentary wine and beer will be served. $1-$20. brownpapertickets.com.

Christmas in Ireland Featuring Irish Tenor Emmet Cahill: 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, at the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights. Enjoy holiday favorites and classic Irish songs. Tickets $40, stage tables $50. metropolisarts.com.

Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra: "Holiday Pops Concert": 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, at Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. Symphonic holiday favorites. $52-$57. (815) 356-9212 or rauecenter.org.

Elisabeth von Trapp: "Home for Christmas Concert": 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18, at the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights. Enjoy music and stories inspired by one of Austria's favorite families, as performed by direct descendant Elisabeth von Trapp. Tickets: $40. metropolisarts.com.

103.5 Kiss FM's Jingle Ball: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18, at the Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Featuring Jonas Brothers, NF, Niall Horan, French Montana, Why Don't We, Zara Larsson and Lewis Capaldi. $35-$250; parking fees $15-$25 cash only. allstatearena.com.

A Pentatonix Christmas Tour: 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 18-19, at Rosemont Theatre, 5400 N. River Road, Rosemont. The Grammy Award winners will perform holiday songs, including from the group's new holiday album. $33-$173. (800) 982-2787 or rosemont.com.

"The Fixxmas Tour": 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20, Arcada Theatre, 105 E. Main St., St. Charles. The FIXX is joined by Royston Langdon for a rocking holiday concert. $29-$49. (630) 962-7000 or arcadalive.com.

Mannheim Steamroller: 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20, at Rosemont Theatre, 5400 N. River Road, Rosemont. Enjoy multimedia effects set to classic Christmas hits and Fresh Aire compositions from Mannheim Steamroller. $39-$95. (800) 982-2787 or rosemonttheatre.com.

Trans Infinity Orchestra: "The Trans Siberian Holiday Show Salute" starring Infinity: 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21, Arcada Theatre, 105 E. Main St., St. Charles. A family-friendly show featuring the tribute band Infinity which mixes Christmas, classical and rock music. $25-$45. (630) 962-7000 or arcadalive.com.

Levi Kreis - Home for the Holidays: Noon Saturday, Dec. 21, at City Winery, 1200 W. Randolph St., Chicago. The fifth annual holiday show by Levi Kreis infuses gospel, country, rockabilly and jazz into Christmas classics and holiday favorites. $25 in advance, $30 day of the show, $20 brunch option. citywinery.com.

Michael McDermott - "Mischief & Mistletoe": 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21, and Monday, Dec. 23, at City Winery, 1200 W. Randolph St., Chicago. Michael McDermott returns for his eighth annual show. $32-$42. citywinery.com.

Ben Vereen: 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22, Arcada Theatre, 105 E. Main St., St. Charles. The Tony Award-winning Broadway and Hollywood entertainer ("Pippin," "All That Jazz") performs holiday songs and musical show tunes. $29-$69. (630) 962-7000 or arcadalive.com.

"Merry and Bright" with Chicago Philharmonic Brass: Noon Sunday, Dec. 22, at City Winery, 1200 W. Randolph St., Chicago. Chicago Philharmonic Brass performs a holiday-themed concert for the whole family. $25 general admission. citywinery.com.

Ed Hall's Woodstock Christmas Guitar Night: 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 23, at the Woodstock Opera House, 121 W. Van Buren St., Woodstock. In an ongoing tribute to Ed Hall, four acclaimed musicians will present an evening of arrangements for the guitar and holiday favorites. $33. woodstockoperahouse.com.

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