'Comedian' comedian If you're curious to see how Orny Adams has progressed since appearing in Jerry Seinfeld's documentary "Comedian," then catch him live at the Improv Comedy Showcase at Woodfield Mall, 5 Woodfield Road, Schaumburg. $17 plus a two-...

Into battle "War Horse" was a children's novel by author Michael Murpurgo about an English horse enduring many horrors of World War I. Its award-winning stage adaptation featuring amazing puppets has gone on to take the world by storm. Before it clo...

$15 and under All Animal Expo See reptiles, birds, ferrets, hedgehogs, puppies, kittens and more at the All Animal Expo in Building 1 of the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Guests can purchase animal supplies like food, cag...

"Hamilton" may have dominated Chicago-area theater news this year, but the Broadway blockbuster's arrival wasn't the only story. In the suburbs, 2016 marked the year Buffalo Theatre Ensemble returned to its longtime home, Paramount Theatre flexed it...

Basketball laughs The comic antics of the Harlem Globetrotters helped make basketball a global phenomenon. See what amazing tricks the current team can do at four games on Wednesday and Thursday at the Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemon...

The Ides of Christmas The Arcada Theatre brings back an annual tradition: The Ides of March Christmas with Jim Peterik. Catch the rock band as they play their hits, plus maybe a few hard-core holiday favorites. A few surprise guests also will be on ...

Ready to drive Fans of TV shows "Rescue Me" and "Top Gear USA" won't want to miss seeing star Adam Ferrara at the Improv Comedy Showcase, Schaumburg. $22 plus a two-item purchase. (847) 240-2001 or chicago.improv.com. 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11 Dogs on ...

Red Light rock DuPage punk rockers Red Light Compliance are making a return to their roots with a free, all-ages show at Tivoli Bowl in Downers Grove, joined by fellow rockers Fantastic Mammals and Radar. Rebuild & Rebound and The Freedom Paradox ro...

Cho, you know Leave the kiddies at home if you want to get some adults-only laughs from comedian Margaret Cho (“Drop Dead Diva,” “All About Sex”) tonight at the Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan. $32.50-$69.50. (847) 263-6300 or geneseet...