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Piano and vocals at Niche Cafe & Wine Bar -- enjoy my musical mix along with wine, spirits, craft beer, coffee creations and small plates in this lovely listening room from 8:30-10:30 pm. It‘s a beautifully curated Lake Geneva venue located just outside the Geneva National Resort. See you there!!

Bella Vox Performing Arts Foundation is producing a 4 day Master-Series is from November 5 & 7-9 and is $400 per participant. Students will perform at the CheckOut November 9, and Dabid Sabella and Mark Hartman will perform a show November 8, also at the CheckOut and all attendees can get in for free on the 8th.

Register: http://www.bellavoxarts.org/

Blacklisted: Songs McCarthy Didn‘t Want You to Hear A Benefit Performance for Season of Concern Written & directed by Carla Gordon Music Directed by Beckie Menzie Featuring: Carla Gordon, Beckie Menzie, Lynne Jordan, Khnemu Menu-Ra, David Meulemans & the folk band 3-4 the Road & Friends. All proceeds will benefit Season of Concern Tickets, $50 VIP or $30 General Admission, are available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blacklisted-songs-mccarthy-didnt-want-you-to-hear-tickets-1685446629239. All proceeds will benefit Season of Concern, a non-profit dedicated to providing financial assistance to all Chicagoland theater practitioners impacted by illness, injury or circumstance.

Bella Vox Performing Arts Foundation is producing this 4 day Master-Series is from November 5 & 7-9 and is $400 per participant. Students will perform at the CheckOut November 9, and David Sabella and Mark Hartman will perform a show November 8, also at the CheckOut and all attendees can get in for free on the 8th.

Bella Vox Performing Arts Foundation is producing this 4 day Master-Series is from November 5 & 7-9 and is $400 per participant. Students will perform at the CheckOut November 9, and David Sabella and Mark Hartman will perform a show November 8, also at the CheckOut and all attendees can get in for free on the 8th.

Bella Vox Performing Arts Foundation is producing this 4 day Master-Series is from November 5 & 7-9 and is $400 per participant. Students will perform at the CheckOut November 9, and David Sabella and Mark Hartman will perform a show November 8, also at the CheckOut and all attendees can get in for free on the 8th.

Fulton Street Collective presents a performance w/Ruth Fuerst benefiting Albany Park Theater Project and Hyde Park Refugee Project Nov. 9th If you‘re looking for a show of standards, this may not be the show for you. If, however, you want to hear a mix of funny, offbeat, clever, and honest songs about love, longing, and life, it definitely is. Join me for quirky songs by songwriters you may or may not have heard of, including my own dad. You‘ll be in for a treat: Please stay for a reception after the show...pizza, salads, desserts, etc. 4:30 Doors 5pm Show Reception to Follow $25 Donation Free Parking

St. Raymond de Penafort in Mt Prospect hosts multi-faceted concert "Finding God in Popular Music" directed by Brian Fife. Blues, pop, rock, film and Broadway featuring a host of musicians, including Chicago Cabaret Professional member Robin Watson.

Nancy Hays and Lush Life Jazz (who just performed in Times Square) bring their New Orleans program to Chicago which debuted earlier this year at the Jazz Playhouse in the Royal Sonesta on Bourbon Street. Featured songs include "Hello Dolly", "What a Wonderful World" and music from the soundtrack of "When Harry Met Sally" as well as other popular New Orleans classics. The eveing will feature live painting from visual artist TBA.

Enter a world of sex, seduction, and awkward flirting with MY Cabaret’s LIVE in the Rouge Room. Stars & Garters is about to get a little gay!

Muffy Fishbasket (M) and Mrs. Yuka Layme (Y ) combine the best elements of drag & live cabaret to bring you a night of music, sass, shade, and booze! This is an evening you won‘t want to forget. So, gather that tipping cash and get those tickets for this interactive DRAGARET experience you’re not likely to find anywhere else!

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General Seating - First Come, First Sat.

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The HERstory duo is back with a brand new show! After celebrating suffragists, trailblazers, and songwriters in earlier shows, Anita Kallen and Catherine Thomson now bring you their musical tribute to the amazing women who have shaped Chicago‘s vibrant history and culture. With music by Sondheim, Schwartz, Parton, Strouse, Cornelia, Weill, and others, they’ll spotlight an array of women – from the famous and infamous to the “hidden figures” who have left an indelible mark on our city. Please join Catherine, Anita, award-winning Music Director Beckie Menzie, and percussionist Irwin Berkowitz at PianoForte Studios for their signature blend of inspiring stories interwoven with captivating music - all to celebrate the incredible achievements of Windy City “SHEroes” from all walks of life.

Join us for a fun holiday tradition - Festive Fridays at the Cedar Creek Settlement and find some unique and locally made gifts for the holidays.

Muffy Fishbasket and Yuka Layme Dragaret Bingo Date: Friday, November 28th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Free Admission! | RSVP Below About: Muffy Fishbasket (M) and Mrs. Yuka Layme (Y ) combine the best elements of drag & live cabaret to bring you a night of BINGO, music, sass, shade, and booze! This is an evening you won‘t want to forget. So, gather that tipping cash and join us for this interactive DRAGARET BINGO experience you’re not likely to find anywhere else! www.facebook.com/mycabaret Golden Hour at Epiphany: Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials! Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show! Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.

For one night only, Saturday, November 29th at 8:00 pm, join us for a blowout holiday celebration that is bound to push the limits of good taste. “My Christmas Spectacular 2025!” promises to revive all the best moments of hilarity and heart from the last three years … just so much MORE OF IT!!! More SONGS, more SURPRISES, more PROPS, more GAMES & PRIZES, more COSTUME CHANGES, and definitely … MORE SEQUINS!!! With Special Guest: Camille DeAngelis Musical Direction by: Mr. Chuck Larkin

FREE SHOW BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND FOR THE THIRD YEAR! WELCOME TO M.Y. Cabaret! Muffy Fishbasket (M.) and Mrs. Yuka Layme (Y.) combine the best elements of drag & live cabaret to bring you a night of music, sass, shade, and booze! With a mix of songs, naughty and fun, games and comedy, we are Chicago’s Naughty little secret! Life is a party and Muffy and Yuka are your Hosts with the Most! This show is designed for the 16+ and older crowd (but we don‘t parent your kids and you know them best...and yes we will hit on your dad)! Reservations encouraged