Articles filed under Performing Arts
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Learn the art of storytelling with GreenMan Theatre’s 18th annual seriesJul 22, 2026 11:29 am - Elmhurst’s GreenMan Theatre hosts its 18th annual storytelling classes in August. The program includes morning "Introduction to Storytelling" classes covering folktales, personal stories, and urban legends, and afternoon "Advanced Storytelling" classes focusing on story development and writing.
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Concerts July 24-30: Benson Boone, Blues Traveler, Karol G, Guns N’ Roses, Lollapalooza and moreJul 22, 2026 8:51 am - Upcoming concerts include Benson Boone at Rosemont’s Allstate Arena, Blues Traveler at Brookfield Zoo Chicago, Karol G at Chicago’s Soldier Field, Guns N’ Roses at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre, Lollapalooza in Chicago’s Grant Park and more.
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Best Bets: Aurora the best bet for laughs and Mexican danceJul 22, 2026 7:57 am - Comedian Calvin Evans headlines Copley Theatre’s comedy series, Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl dances into Aurora’s Paramount, Grammy-winning trumpeter Chris Botti performs at the North Shore Center for the Performing Art, and Sonny Acres Farm hosts an exotic car show.
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Spotlight: Zanies Rosemont hosts all-Spanish show and debuts weekly Roast BattleJul 21, 2026 12:06 pm - Comedian Led Varela headlines an all-Spanish show at Zanies Rosemont, and the venue debuts the new weekly insult comedy show Roast Battle Rosemont. Plus, Broadway in Chicago hosts national tours of “The Notebook” and “The Outsiders.”
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Things to do July 24-30: DuPage and Lake County fairs, Algonquin Fest, Faeries of the Forest, Geneva Arts Fair and moreJul 20, 2026 10:09 pm - Mark your calendar for the DuPage and Lake County fairs, Sugar Grove Corn Boil, Algonquin Fest, Roaring Nights at Brookfield Zoo, Faeries of the Forest in South Elgin, Geneva Arts Fair, Long Grove Vintage Days and more.
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Streamwood’s 30th annual Summer Celebration adds ‘Wizard of Oz’ themeJul 20, 2026 1:13 pm - Each year, the Streamwood Summer Celebration Committee works to bring new ideas and events to the free festival while keeping it welcoming and enjoyable for all ages.
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Elgin’s new ‘Tiny Encounters’ event on July 18 moving indoorsJul 17, 2026 4:58 pm - Side Street Studio Arts announced that the Going Dutch: Tiny Encounters is still on for Saturday, July 18, but with a new indoor home. To keep everyone comfortable during the heat, possible rain, and air quality concerns, they are moving the event to Habitat for Humanity, 56 S. Grove Ave., downtown Elgin.
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Oil Lamp Theater announces new Glenview homeJul 16, 2026 4:04 pm - Oil Lamp Theater announces its Glenview home set to open in 2028 around the corner from its current home at 1723 Glenview Road.
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Carnival rides, Foreigner concert highlight Elk Grove Rotary Fest’s 40thJul 16, 2026 8:34 am - Music has always been an important part of Elk Grove Rotary Fest, which began in 1986 with Chubby Checker as the inaugural featured performer. The festival returns this week with nationally recognized bands Thursday through Saturday, including Foreigner.
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‘New York’ play examines personal stories from 9/11 at Playhouse 38Jul 15, 2026 7:10 pm - Geneva’s Playhouse 38 will present "New York," a powerful drama by Pulitzer Prize finalist David Rimmer, running July 31-Aug. 9. The play, originally written to support 9/11 mental health initiatives, portrays 15 individuals sharing their experiences with a psychiatrist following the tragedy.