Articles filed under Performing Arts
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Wheaton North brings the 'The Story of Buddy' to the stage with 'Elf the Musical Jr.'Nov 15, 2023 10:00 pm - YouTube Follow Buddy the Elf, played by Ava Biagini, on his journey to the Big Apple, as he searches for his dad. During his journey, Buddy will find friendship and lov...
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From satires to spectacles, from family-friendly to adult, holiday shows deliver something for everyoneNov 15, 2023 10:00 pm - Along with time-honored favorites like "A Christmas Carol" and "It's a Wonderful Life" and seasonal sketch-comedy sendups, suburban and Chicago theaters offer Christmas-...
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Fox Valley Brass Band hosts 'Holiday Traditions' Dec. 10Nov 15, 2023 10:00 pm - Fox Valley Brass Band, a 30-piece ensemble, continues its 2023-24 season on Sunday, Dec. 10, at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora. "Holiday Traditions" will be ce...
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Two local churches join for 'Appalachian Winter' Christmas cantataNov 15, 2023 10:00 pm - Come and experience an unforgettable musical presentation of "Appalachian Winter, A Christmas Cantata" by Joseph Martin. Accompanied by a full chamber orchestra, it wil...
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Things to do Nov. 17-23: Lightshows, Turkey Trots, tree lightings, holiday markets and moreNov 15, 2023 5:00 am - Ongoing Fall Flower Show: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Nov. 26 at Wilder Park Conservatory, Church Street and Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst. A seasonal display of fal...
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Sound check: Plain White T's release shows, tribute to Fred GlicksteinNov 15, 2023 5:00 am - Plain White T's The Grammy-nominated, DuPage-born rock band Plain White T's debuts a new self-titled album in the Chicago area this weekend with a two-night Hometow...
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The Beach Boys and Bret Michaels return for Elk Grove summer concerts in 2024Nov 15, 2023 12:00 am - Two of the most popular acts in the 14-year history of Elk Grove Village's summer concert series will return to the stage next year, officials announced. The Beach Boys,...
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Buffalo Theatre Ensemble puts on Austen-inspired 'Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley'Nov 14, 2023 10:00 pm - The Buffalo Theatre Ensemble launches its 2023-24 season with "Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley," a sequel to Jane Austen's beloved novel "Pride and Prejudice." The c...
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ECC dual credit student Olivia Opalinski finds her opening in the performing artsNov 14, 2023 10:00 pm - Last spring, Elgin Community College student Olivia Opalinski of Carpentersville decided to try something new. She auditioned for the ECC Theatre Department's productio...
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Spotlight: Buffalo Theatre Ensemble stages Jane Austen-inspired 'Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley'Nov 14, 2023 10:00 pm - 'Christmas at Pemberley' Mary Bennet, the bookish younger sister to Jane Austen's Lizzie Darcy, embarks upon a holiday romance in "Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberl...