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Goodman Theatre announces a Summer 2025 line-up for all ages and interests

June 2, 2025June 2, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Goodman Theatre announces a Summer 2025 line-up for all ages and interests Book up! Theater for the very young (ages 0-5) in 12 Chicago parks (july 23 – aug.10); TJ and Dave improv sensation returns (july 24-26); 4th annual sweetest season gathering of indigenous creativity (august 1-2); and free readings of new plays by Satya Jnani Chávez…

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Jeremy Piven kills it at Chicago Improv comedy club in Schaumburg

February 10, 2024February 10, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

Jeremy Piven kills it at Chicago Improv comedy club in Schaumburg By Ray Hanania One of entertainments most absorbing television comedy-dramas series was Entourage, which ran eight seasons from 2004 until 2011. The series portrayed the character-driven world of Hollywood and Los Angeles, and glowed brightly with compelling and must watch entertainment scripts and scenarios….

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Ahmed Ahmed reigns as the Pharaoh of Standup Comedy

June 15, 2023June 15, 2023 Ray Hanania 2 Comments

Ahmed Ahmed reigns as the Pharaoh of Standup Comedy Egyptian immigrant Ahmed Ahmed continues to lead the field of Arab American standup comedy and big screen films as he tours the country performing at your favorite comedy venue. Ahmed is probably the first Arab American to make standup comedy and acting his career focus, and…

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Beverly Arts Centers hosts play on Ann Landers Oct. 6 – 9

October 2, 2022October 2, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Beverly Arts Centers hosts play on Ann Landers Oct. 6 – 9 Beverly Arts Center’s electrifying 2022/2023 theatre season, BOLD VOICES, opens Thursday, October 6th with the hit play, The Lady With All the Answers. Ann Landers was many things: columnist, icon, even 1978’s “most influential woman in the US’“. This intimate play takes audiences…

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Too old to rock? Elton John, in town tonight, turning back the clock

August 5, 2022August 7, 2022 Steve Metsch No Comments

Too old to rock? Elton John, in town tonight, turning back the clock Looking back at some great rock-n-roll performances from Elton John to Rod Stewart By Steve Metsch On a bike ride this morning, thinking about tonight’s Elton John concert at Soldier Field, I couldn’t help but start wondering how long the rockers of our…

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Goodman Theater hosts 44th annual A Christmas Carol Nov. 20 – Dec. 31

November 2, 2021November 2, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Goodman Theater hosts 44th annual A Christmas Carol Nov. 20 – Dec. 31 THE GOODMAN’S 44TH ANNUAL A CHRISTMAS CAROL RETURNS TO ITS DOWNTOWN HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS WITH A CAST OF 30 DIRECTED BY JESSICA THEBUS, NOVEMBER 20 – DECEMBER 31. LARRY YANDO STARS AS EBENEZER SCROOGE FOR HIS 14TH YEAR AND FEATURING ALLEN GILMORE…

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Wisecrackin’ hits Laugh Factory’s Chicago stage with special guest Greg Proops streaming in from LA

August 20, 2021August 20, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Wisecrackin’ hits Laugh Factory’s Chicago stage with special guest Greg Proops streaming in from LA Wisecrackin’ hosts in-person show with special guest Greg Proops. The Laugh Factory in Chicago to host award-winning comedy game show September 2 CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — Hot off winning the title of “Best Virtual Live Comedy Experience” from Chicago Magazine, the…

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Matt Fraser appearing live at the MotorCity Casino Sound Board Theater in Detroit

July 28, 2021July 28, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Matt Fraser appearing live at the MotorCity Casino Sound Board Theater in Detroit America’s top psychic medium Matt Fraser, Star in the TV series on E! is now appearing LIVE at the MotorCity Casino Sound Board Theater in Detroit Michigan, on Sunday, August 15, 2021 at 7:30 pm EST. He is the first show available to attend at the MotorCity Casino in 2021! The…

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Paramount Theater resumes live performance August 18, 2021

May 17, 2021May 17, 2021 Ray Hanania

Paramount Theater resumes live performance August 18, 2021 First live performance will be the performance “Kiny Boots” Nearly 14 months after dimming its lights, Aurora’s Paramount Theatre announced today it plans to welcome audiences back for live performances in August with Chicago’s first regional production of Kinky Boots. “It’s my great pleasure to say: We…

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Review: I’m Not a Comedian … I’m Lenny Bruce

February 19, 2020February 19, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Review: I’m Not a Comedian … I’m Lenny Bruce Lenny Bruce may be a name many people today don’t know but they should know him because his critical thinking is still very refreshing and relevant to today’s world. He was a satirist and standup comedian who got into trouble over the use of banned swear…

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Replay Lincoln Parkfeatures three”pop-ups” performances

November 7, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Replay Lincoln Parkfeatures three”pop-ups” performances Catering to a wide variety of audiences, Replay Lincoln Park will host three distinct, concurrent pop-ups throughout the month Looking to create three spaces of unique fun for Chicagoans and visitors, alike, Replay Lincoln Park, 2833 N. Sheffield Ave. will host various pop-ups beginning Thursday, November 7 and lasting throughout…

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Marriott Theatre Lincolnshire presents Oliver for the Holidays

October 24, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Marriott Theatre Lincolnshire presents Oliver for the Holidays Celebrate the holidays with one of the most beloved family musicals of all time, featuring favorites “Food, Glorious Food,” “As Long as He Needs Me,” and more! The Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Dr. in Lincolnshire, is proud to bring the Victorian streets of London live to Lincolnshire…

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New Cubs inspired musical “Miracle” rolls out weekly events and special offiers

June 18, 2019June 18, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

New Cubs inspired musical “Miracle” rolls out weekly events and special offiers From participating in Chicago Cubs Trivia Night to scoring a Family Four Pack deal, sports and theatre fans of all ages can now enjoy unique weekly programming at this hit production. MIRACLE, the hit Chicago musical set against the backdrop of the Chicago…

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Paramount Theater to present “Killer Queen” tribute to Freddie Mercury April 3, 2020

June 6, 2019June 12, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Paramount Theater to present “Killer Queen” tribute to Freddie Mercury April 3, 2020 PARAMOUNT TO PRESENT KILLER QUEEN, THE PREMIER QUEEN TRIBUTE WITH PATRICK MYERS AS FREDDIE MERCURY, APRIL 3, 2020 Visit ParamountAurora.com/press-kits for photos of Killer Queen featuring Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury. Aurora, Il., June 5, 2019 – If you want to go…

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Magician Ricardo Rosenkranz has the right prescription for a magical show

April 6, 2018September 8, 2024 Aaron Hanania No Comments

Magician Ricardo Rosenkranz has the right prescription for a magical show Physician Magician Dr. Ricardo Rosenkranz has right prescription for magical entertainment, now playing at The Royal George Theater By Aaron Hanania The Rosenkranz Mysteries is a magic show hosted by Physician Magician, Dr. Ricardo Rosenkranz. He is a physician who fell in love with…

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Royal George Theater presents the magic of the Rozenkranz Mysteries

March 7, 2018March 7, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Royal George Theater presents the magic of the Rozenkranz Mysteries Due to Popular Demand, Dr. Ricardo Rosenkranz Returns on March 27 to the Royal George Theatre in The Rosenkranz Mysteries: Physician Magician A premier evening of theatrical magic sprinkled with thought provoking ideas, Dr. Rosenkranz brings back his popular 2016 production, now enhanced with several all-new illusions….

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Illinois children’s chances of success varies by County

October 12, 2017October 12, 2017 Ray Hanania No Comments

Illinois children’s chances of success varies by County 2017 ILLINOIS KIDS COUNT Data Book Shows That Despite Progress, The State Must Work Harder To Address The Barriers Facing Low-Income And Minority Children Voices for Illinois Children has released the 2017 ILLINOIS KIDS COUNT Data Book finding that Illinois children’s educational success drastically varies based on…

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