Entertainment Articles
The Annual Tchaikovsky Spectacular at Ravinia Review- Cannons Boom and Music Swirls
On Sunday, July 16th, 2017, Guest Conductor Dima Slobodeniouk led the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and pianist Simon Trpčeski in a stunning yearly tribute to Tchaikovsky, with live cannons delighting the packed Ravinia Festival
"Rhythm World 27" Preview- Chicago Human Rhythm Project Opens at Jazz Showcase
Chicago Human Rhythm Project's "Rhythm World 27" opened last night and will continue all week- go, celebrate and see the students and Masters of Tap and Percussive Dance!
Billy Hayes Rides the Midnight Express Again - An Interview with the Author
Almost 50 years ago, Billy Hayes wrote a memoir, "Midnight Express" about his five years as an inmate in a Turkish prison, a book which later became a film; Billy was interviewed about his current show, in which he gives reflections from that time
Rhinoceros Review - The Zoo is Open!
Imagine the surprise in a small provincial French town when people begin to turn into rhinos - with Berenger, the local drunk and a total loser, the sole hold-out in the rhinocitis epidemic sweeping the village
The Devil's Wife Review - Searching for Your Heart's Desire
When the Ramirez patriarch dies, leaving behind thousands of useless acres and three broke daughters, handsome and prosperous attorney Nicholas offers a devil's bargain: he will marry one of the sisters in exchange for a third of the land
CHILDREN INCORPORATED EARNS COVETED 4-STAR RATING FROM CHARITY NAVIGATOR
Children Incorporated's strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator.
"A Midsummer Night's Daydream" Preview- A premiere at Northwestern's Wirtz Center
Northwestern's Wirtz Center premieres a circus-twist on Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" will take off on July 21st
Paris Review - Covering a Long List of Things to See
Ah, a week in Paris! My list was long and incomplete-there was so much to see
Dudamel and Stars of Ballet at the Hollywood Bowl Review - Stars under the Stars
What can best the setting, the LA Phil being directed by Gustav Dudamel and, to top it all off, seeing Misty Copeland, Marcelo Gomes, Natalia Osipova and Sergei Polunin dancing iconic pieces from some of the most famous and beloved ballets in history
"The Nance" Review- Pride Films and Plays Launches a Meaningful Chicago Premiere
"The Nance" is currently being performed in it's Chicago premiere by Pride Films and Plays. It's a multi-layered performance with fine acting, live music, campy burlesque, social satire, and historical significance
"Hamlet" Review- Midsommer Flight is a must-see in Chicago's Parks
Midsommer Flight is currently producing a splendid version of Hamlet in partnership with Chicago Park District; go see it!
Something Rotten! Review – Rotten It Isn’t!
Hurry and get your tickets for Something Rotten! now playing at the Oriental Theatre but just until July 23rd. You will be sorry if you don't
GBK 2017 ESPYS Luxury Gifting Lounge – Pampering Athletes before the Big Show
GBK Productions once again hosted some of the biggest names in sports prior to the 25th ESPYS Awards hosted by Peyton Manning. Their 5th annual gifting lounge took place on rooftop of the Luxe Hotel on July 11th
Celebrity Sightings
Gwyneth Paltrow held court at the SVEDKA Country Club on June 14th, celebrating SVEDKA Vodka’s freshest new flavor, Cucumber Lime, at a private estate in Los Angeles. The Academy Award-winner and lifestyle guru enjoyed country club activities, including miniature golf, bocce ball and ladder golf
Celebrity Sweat 2017 VIP ESPY Awards After-Party
Nothing quite brings athletes together like the ESPY Awards. This great night celebrated the best in sports and then after the awards many of those in attendance made the short walk over the Palms Restaurant to join the 13th annual Celebrity Sweat VIP After-Party
The Andrews Brothers Review - 40's Music that Never Grows Old
The year is 1945; the place is the South Pacific; and a USO show starring the Andrews Sisters is ready to entertain the troops - until the Sisters can't make it and may soon become Brothers
Danny and the Deep Blue Sea Review - Only a Mile and a Million Dreams Away
The tale of two lonely, brooding people who experience the miracle of love
Annie Korzen Famous Actress at the Braid Review – Seinfeld’s Doris Klompus in Hilarious Take on Life Topics
I use my experiences as a performer, daughter, and mother—to inspire people to throw away their list of 'must haves' and start saying ‘yes' to new opportunities, whatever age they are
Hubbard Street Preview - Offering HS First Steps, A New Program
Hubbard Street Artistic Director Glenn Edgerton and Kathryn Humphreys are proud to announce HS First Steps, a new program that offers full scholarships to Hubbard Street’s Youth Dance Program to incoming first graders at Chicago Public Schools
Bassist Billy Sheehan - The 'Big' Interview
Bringing back the sound of great melodies bound to incredible musicianship
