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Fans of comedy and improv shows like "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" will love Chicago's "ComedySportz", a fun, fast-paced event that's great for the whole family. Two highly skilled teams battle for laugh... [more+]

Fans of comedy and improv shows like "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" will love Chicago's "ComedySportz", a fun, fast-paced event that's great for the whole family. Two highly skilled teams battle for laughs and points as they create scenes, games and songs on the spot with audience participation and suggestions incorporated into the act. It's never the same show twice, and you might even end up on stage yourself! The competition moves at a blazing pace, and you ultimately get to decide the winner. [less-]

Roald Dahl's amazing tale is now Chicago's golden ticket! It's the perfect recipe for a delectable treat: songs from the original film, including "Pure Imagination," "The Candy Man," and "I've Got a G... [more+]

Roald Dahl's amazing tale is now Chicago's golden ticket! It's the perfect recipe for a delectable treat: songs from the original film, including "Pure Imagination," "The Candy Man," and "I've Got a Golden Ticket," alongside a toe-tapping and ear-tickling new score from the songwriters of "Hairspray". Willy Wonka is opening his marvelous and mysterious chocolate factory ... to a lucky few. That includes Charlie Bucket, whose bland life is about to burst with color and confection beyond his wildest dreams. He and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a mesmerizing joyride through a world of pure imagination. Now's your chance to experience the wonders of Wonka like never before. Get ready for Oompa-Loompas, incredible inventions, the great glass elevator and "more, more, more" when this everlasting showstopper unfolds at Oriental Theatre. [less-]

An evening of classic close-up magic, "The Magic Parlour" features award-winning, third-generation magician Dennis Watkins performing in an intimate suite at the historic Palmer House Hilton. From awe... [more+]

An evening of classic close-up magic, "The Magic Parlour" features award-winning, third-generation magician Dennis Watkins performing in an intimate suite at the historic Palmer House Hilton. From awe-inspiring magic and mind-reading to sophisticated tomfoolery and more, "The Magic Parlour" combines baffling illusions and lively laughs, astonishing tricks and sophisticated fun to create one of the Windy City's unique entertainment experiences. "The Magic Parlour" is a production of the award-winning House Theatre of Chicago, of which Watkins is a company member. [less-]

Necromancer Neil Tobin blends mortality and mystery in his intimate, interactive show, "Near Death Experience". For the Halloween season, the topic couldn't be more fitting: life and death, explored w... [more+]

Necromancer Neil Tobin blends mortality and mystery in his intimate, interactive show, "Near Death Experience". For the Halloween season, the topic couldn't be more fitting: life and death, explored with refreshing humor and magical surprises. Equally ideal is the setting: May Chapel at historic Rosehill Cemetery in Chicago. Tobin promises you're in for some dead-serious fun during this unique experience. [less-]

In this adaptation of James Howe's spine-tinglingly fun children's story "Bunnicula", the Monroe family brings home a new bunny for a pet. Bunnicula is cute, fluffy and ... fanged? The existing househ... [more+]

In this adaptation of James Howe's spine-tinglingly fun children's story "Bunnicula", the Monroe family brings home a new bunny for a pet. Bunnicula is cute, fluffy and ... fanged? The existing household pets, Harold the dog and Chester the cat, are not pleased with the new addition -- especially when vegetables begin to turn up drained of their color, and they notice that this strange baby rabbit sleeps all day and prowls around his cage all night. Chester thinks his new rival's a vampire, and he'll stop at nothing as he tries to protect the family. Both laughter and suspense ensue as the valiant pets sniff (and sing and dance) their way through the mystery at Lifeline Theatre in Chicago. Ultimately, everyone learns that even the unique among us deserve love. [less-]

Every Sunday, Chicago Magic Lounge relaxes its age restriction and opens the Blackstone Cabaret for a magic matinee suitable for younger ages. This show brings back the era of bar magic, bringing out ... [more+]

Every Sunday, Chicago Magic Lounge relaxes its age restriction and opens the Blackstone Cabaret for a magic matinee suitable for younger ages. This show brings back the era of bar magic, bringing out the child in every adult. However, on Sundays, the Chicago Magic Lounge features a family-friendly magician that will fill both the adults and children full of wonder. This is a great post-brunch activity with many restaurants nearby. [less-]

Seven actors, confined to a crowded 21-square-foot platform, re-enact the events surrounding "The American Revolution" at the Greenhouse Theater Center in a shockingly short yet highly entertaining 50... [more+]

Seven actors, confined to a crowded 21-square-foot platform, re-enact the events surrounding "The American Revolution" at the Greenhouse Theater Center in a shockingly short yet highly entertaining 50 minutes. Chicago's Theater Unspeakable gives voice to the USA's origin story through clever humor, patriotic music, and amazingly imaginative pantomime, bringing the Boston Tea Party, the signing of the Declaration of Independence and more to life via creative comedy and contortions. It's a uniquely enjoyable experience, designed for all ages. [less-]

Barrel of Monkeys proudly presents a special Halloween edition of their long-running sketch show that's written by kids, performed by grownups, and enjoyed by humans. Gather ye 'round at The Neo-Futur... [more+]

Barrel of Monkeys proudly presents a special Halloween edition of their long-running sketch show that's written by kids, performed by grownups, and enjoyed by humans. Gather ye 'round at The Neo-Futurarium for a line-up of scary (and silly) stories featuring talking potatoes getting lost in the woods, creepy slideshows that haunt old houses, and other spooky scenarios imagined by Chicago elementary school students. Now in its 18th year, "That's Weird, Grandma" features adaptations of stories written during Barrel of Monkeys' creative writing residencies in Chicago elementary schools. BOM's ensemble of professional actors, comedians and musicians bring the young authors' stories to life as raucous sketches, songs and movement pieces. These stories -- from hilarious dialogues between unlikely characters to poignant pleas for social change -- resonate with adults while celebrating the imaginations of young people. [less-]

Kick off your workweek with a little sleight-of-hand, some jazz, a side of stage magic and a cocktail or two at the Chicago Magic Lounge. The only show of its kind in the city, you'll enjoy close-up m... [more+]

Kick off your workweek with a little sleight-of-hand, some jazz, a side of stage magic and a cocktail or two at the Chicago Magic Lounge. The only show of its kind in the city, you'll enjoy close-up magic at your table and/or the bar while grooving to live music, with bonus stage magic during the breaks. Monday nights feature different local jazz bands, and Tuesday evenings highlight a variety of vocal artists. [less-]

A big-top spectacle of global proportions featuring the best artists from around the world, the 2018 production of UniverSoul Circus takes fans of all ages on an unforgettable journey of light, sound ... [more+]

A big-top spectacle of global proportions featuring the best artists from around the world, the 2018 production of UniverSoul Circus takes fans of all ages on an unforgettable journey of light, sound and soul. Get ready for electrifying, edge-of-your-seat performances, including extreme motorsports, mind-bending acrobatics, back-flipping canines, disco-dancing pachyderms, free-flying aerial acts and much, much more. It's hailed as the most interactive circus in the world, and now you can catch this spectacular show -- which is celebrating 25 years of fun under the big top -- when it raises its tent in Washington Park. [less-]

"Hamilton" took the modern Broadway musical and turned it on its head. Now Circolombia is on a mission to do the same for modern cirque. With breathtaking circus stunts and pulse-pounding hip-hop beat... [more+]

"Hamilton" took the modern Broadway musical and turned it on its head. Now Circolombia is on a mission to do the same for modern cirque. With breathtaking circus stunts and pulse-pounding hip-hop beats, Circolombia's "Acelere" is packed with explosive power and raw skill. Aerialists, acrobats and contortionists are interwoven with live music and dance to create a genre-spanning performance that jumps from hip-hop and electro-cumbia to drum and bass. Direct from a sold-out engagement at Edinburgh Festival Fringe and an acclaimed run on London's South Bank, Circolombia now celebrates its North American debut as part of the culminating event of the second annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival. This isn't just another cirque show: "This is the circus performance that shows others how it's done" ("The Scotsman"). [less-]

The Chicago Magic Lounge welcomes host David Parr, creator of the critically acclaimed "Magic Cabaret" and winner on the hit TV show "Penn & Teller: Fool Us". Parr has gathered his favorite artifacts ... [more+]

The Chicago Magic Lounge welcomes host David Parr, creator of the critically acclaimed "Magic Cabaret" and winner on the hit TV show "Penn & Teller: Fool Us". Parr has gathered his favorite artifacts and stories to share with you in this 60-minute show filled with mystery and magic. Each "Cabinet of Curiosities" performance begins with bar- and table-side magic. [less-]

Mark Toland knows what you're thinking. He can tell you your birthday, where you grew up, and what you did last summer. To him, you're mind's an open book. Toland has appeared everywhere from NBC to N... [more+]

Mark Toland knows what you're thinking. He can tell you your birthday, where you grew up, and what you did last summer. To him, you're mind's an open book. Toland has appeared everywhere from NBC to NPR to his own TED Talk. And now you can find out why "The Chicago Tribune" says "Mark Toland is mind blowing!" when the mentalist takes over Greenhouse Theater Center. For 75 minutes, he will amaze you with psychological illusions and mysteries of the mind. The audience is the cast, your thoughts are his props and your mind is his stage. [less-]

Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your mind and unleash your spirit. Leave your expectations at the door and let three bald and blue men take you on a spectacular journey bursting with music, ... [more+]

Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your mind and unleash your spirit. Leave your expectations at the door and let three bald and blue men take you on a spectacular journey bursting with music, laughter and surprises. More than 35 million people of all ages, languages and cultures have experienced the unexpected with Blue Man Group. Now it’s your turn! Be sure to get your tickets now for the show’s run at Chicago's Briar Street Theatre. [less-]

Imagine being at a trendy bar while enjoying the beautiful Chicago skyline as you cruise down Lake Michigan aboard a luxury yacht! Embark on a three-story yacht with a live DJ, dancing, giveaways, fan... [more+]

Imagine being at a trendy bar while enjoying the beautiful Chicago skyline as you cruise down Lake Michigan aboard a luxury yacht! Embark on a three-story yacht with a live DJ, dancing, giveaways, fantastic views of Chicago and a drink at the after-party. The Anita Dee II, departing from Dusable Harbor features three floors with a lounge area, dance floor and top deck to take in the sights, giving you a beautiful and memorable Halloween party unlike any you've had before. [less-]

VIP Nightlife & CHI Nightlife Present the Pier Pressure Titanic Masquerade and Costume Party! The Spirit of Chicago Yacht features four decks, two DJs and two floors of music for one mega Halloween ya... [more+]

VIP Nightlife & CHI Nightlife Present the Pier Pressure Titanic Masquerade and Costume Party! The Spirit of Chicago Yacht features four decks, two DJs and two floors of music for one mega Halloween yacht party! Enjoy house music and open-format DJs throughout the night. The cruise becomes a haunted Titanic, filled with over 600 party people raised from the dead of the historic Titanic that sank in 1912. Don't be afraid to come aboard the most magnificent and luxurious yacht in the Chicago Harbor. [less-]

Besides Cubs vs. Sox, Chicagoans passionately debate two other controversies: who makes the best deep-dish pizza and who serves up the best Italian beef sandwiches. You'll get to try two of the most p... [more+]

Besides Cubs vs. Sox, Chicagoans passionately debate two other controversies: who makes the best deep-dish pizza and who serves up the best Italian beef sandwiches. You'll get to try two of the most popular answers on this three-hour food and history walking tour of River North. You'll also get to know one of the city's most interesting neighborhoods through its cuisine -- from specialty food stores to ethnic eateries, from the well-known to the best-kept secrets. Plus, you'll visit celebrity chef Rick Bayless' restaurant, Xoco, sample some Spanish tapas and more. Between tastings, an expert guide from Sidewalk of Chicago provides an entertaining insider's view into the Windy City's culture, history and architecture, tying the sights and sounds to the tastes. [less-]

Take to the waters of Lake Michigan for a floating Halloween extravaganza unlike any other! This Halloween Booze Cruise sets sail aboard the luxurious Anita Dee I yacht, where there's two decks of spo... [more+]

Take to the waters of Lake Michigan for a floating Halloween extravaganza unlike any other! This Halloween Booze Cruise sets sail aboard the luxurious Anita Dee I yacht, where there's two decks of spooky fun complete with a pair of cash bars and a dance floor where you can do the Monster Mash. Or, head up to the open air observation deck to cool off and snap some selfies with the incredible Chicago skyline in the background. Don't miss this chance to take your Halloweekend to the next level. [less-]

Three actors. Twenty characters. One timeless tale. A corrupt sheriff plagues the commoners of Nottingham. His skyrocketing taxes are preventing the needy from being able to feed themselves! Who will ... [more+]

Three actors. Twenty characters. One timeless tale. A corrupt sheriff plagues the commoners of Nottingham. His skyrocketing taxes are preventing the needy from being able to feed themselves! Who will stand up to the injustices and bring hope back to the people? Follow Robin Hood and his Merry Men as they take you on a journey of action, danger, and of course, archery. This medieval legend with a modern twist places a cast of three at the center of the story, reimagining the tale with enthusiasm, tenacity, and vigor. [less-]

Join us for a Harvest Celebration at Legends South Farm in Chicago! This event features food and drinks, a raffle, guided tours by students from San Miguel Middle School and one grocery bag full of pr... [more+]

Join us for a Harvest Celebration at Legends South Farm in Chicago! This event features food and drinks, a raffle, guided tours by students from San Miguel Middle School and one grocery bag full of produce -- hand selected by you! [less-]