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"Highly recommended.."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc



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MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL
at the Royal George Theatre
1641 N. Halsted
April 12 and running through May 20.



Contemporary Artists Liz Deschenes And Florian Pumhösl Collaborate on Conceptual Project at the
Art Institute of Chicago
Gallery and Online Components Available
April 21 Though September 9, 2012
plus
The Art Institute of Chicago has recently added the complete set of Harlem, U.S.A.--an iconic series of 25 images by acclaimed photographer Dawoud Bey



STREET TEMPO THEATRE ANNOUNCES THE SECOND PRODUCTION OF THEIR INAUGURAL SEASON:
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
 APRIL 9 – MAY 13

★★★★
" A wonderful adaptation of a classic, man vs. plant, plants eats the world drama with visceral glee and songs of demise, spiced with humor and poverty"
Highly recommended......

Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Genghis Khan
at The Field Museum
February 24 through September 3, 2012

"An exciting show of a ruthless, violent person who
left a large mark on many maps and much of history."

Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.


The Field Museum presents







TIMOTHY H. O'SULLIVAN'S RARE AND INFLUENTIAL IMAGES OF THE AMERICAN WEST
ON VIEW AT THE ART INSTITUTE


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DR. ATOMIC review

Absolutely Chicago Segway Tours

"A grand combination of good old fun mixed with the feel of space aged travel, a beautiful city, and charming tour guides."
"Highly recommended
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Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

Closed Shows

A Catered Affair
at Porchlight
music and lyrics by John Bucchino
book by Harvey Fierstein
directed by Nick Bowling
music direction by Doug Peck
starring Rebecca Finnegan & Craig Spidle
February 18 through April 1

★★★
"Reminiscent of a visceral O'Neill
drama highlighted with song and dance, mixed with pathos and a smattering of the Honeymooners.
Highly  Recommended by the
Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc

FELA
March 28 to April 8, 2012

★★★★
" A flamboyant, vulgar, vibrant, loud, biographical drama of a bold man with too much promiscuity and too big a dream. 
Tremendous performance"

Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Bring It On..
the musical Now Showing at the Cadillac
Palace Theatre
March 6th - 25th

★★★
"The tale is filled with deceit, betrayal, lust, humor, acrobatics, and great staging.  We highly recommend this show.
 
Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc

Lyric Opera premiere/new production of
SHOW BOAT
by Jerome Kern & Oscar Hammerstein II
Twelve performances Feb. 12-Mar. 17, 2012
Only 1 show left !!!!!!!!!!!

★★★★
"You won't be gambling on this beautiful show, standing ovations, dancing and songs to match a tale of tarnished love.
Highly Recommended production ."
Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Riverdance
at the Oriental theater
March 13-18th

★★★★
"Breathtaking performance with a wide range of dance styles.  The Irish dancers will have you buying new shoes and having a shot Whiskey before it's over.
Highest Recommendation for dancing thrills ."
Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Now Showing at the Cadillac
Palace Theatre
SOUTH  PACIFIC
at the Cadillac Palace Theatre
February 14-26, 2012

★★★
"Rodgers & Hammerstein’s SOUTH PACIFIC has always been a musical favorite and this touring production is on mark at every bend.  The entire cast was phenomenal in voice, music, and dance. Recommended by the Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

The 2012 IKC Dog Show will be held
February 24, 25 and 26 8:00am - 4:00pm at
McCormick Place-Lakeside
2301 S. Lake Shore Drive,

Chicago, IL


The State Ballet Theatre of Russia
Romeo and Juliet
Dates: Saturday, January 28-Sunday, January 29, 2012
Times: Saturday at 8 pm and Sunday at 2 pm
Price: $87-$30

★★★★
" A charming new adaptation to the Prokofiev score. Beautiful costumes, sets, and theatrics.  Choreography and dancing on the highest level.  Highly recommended."
Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.


Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce that COME FLY AWAY is coming to the Bank of America Theatre (18 W. Monroe St., Chicago) for a limited two-week engagement Jan. 10-22, 2012
★★★★
" Classic Sinatra Songs mixed with Incredible kinetic art--
dancing to the Max... Twyla Tharp's choreography is  breathtaking and
she has the people to make it work.  Highly recommeded."

Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.


IN THE HEIGHTS is at the Chicago’s
Oriental Theatre from Jan. 10 – 15, 2012.
 

★★★★
" A Hip Hop rapping musical drama with Heart and Soul from the
New York City mixed Latino barrio of Washington Heights."

Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Goodman Theatre’s
"A Christmas Carol"

November 18 – December 31
Larry Yando Returns as Scrooge with
13 new cast members.

"A Pleasure to see each year."

Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc.

The Addams Family
at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago Illinois
December 27, 2011 - January 01, 2012

★★★★
"A fun show loaded with ghostly macabre characters
wrapped in love and mayhem, and some twisted tunes."
Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Whales: Giants of the Deep
Field Museum, Chicago
May 20, 2011 through January 16, 2012

★★★★
"A facinating view into the largest animals on earth. A grand adventure in evolution with the power of life and beauty."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc
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Art Institute of Chicago presents Avant-Garde Art in Everyday Life Features Artists and Designers Heartfield, Klutsis, Lissitzky, Sutnar, Teige, and Zwart Bringing "Art into Life"
Exhibition on View June 11-October 9, 2011

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It's Holiday Time in the City, from the Kristkindl Market, and Macy's Windows, to the Museum of Science and Industry's Christmas Tree Exhibit.


LA  CAGE  AUX  FOLLES
Comes To Chicago Through 1/1

 ★★★★
"It's a Gay time on Stage with Nancy Boys and Acrobatics, and then there's some great humor, irony, and tons of talent.  Republicans Love it."
Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.



             Do Not Be a Coward

A Klingon Christmas Carol, will return to the Greenhouse Theater Center on November 25 and run through December 31, 2011.
★★★★
"A phenomenal achievement of insanity and art.  A wonderful parody of Dicken's in a warriors world, featuring tremendous writing, direction, acting, and humor mixed with nice fight choreography.  Highly Recommended."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc



RED
★★★★
by John Logan
at the Goodman Theatre

"..grand dynamic performance of live theater."

Highly recommended
Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.
RED has been extended until October 30th

Lookingglass Theatre Company presents
The Great Fire, a Lookingglass Original written and directed by Ensemble Member.
September 21 – November 20, 2011

★★★★
  "Creative writing, a dramatic tale, superb acting, grand sets, and this fabulous production is destined for awards and great ticket sales."  Highly recommended.
Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Holland Taylor  in
Ann
A One Woman Show about Gov. Ann Richards of Texas. 
Written and performed by Holland Taylor
at the Bank of America Theatre

★★★★
  "A Wild Ride with a Spirited Gal, gotta love her.  Funny and Moral, well written and performed with total charm and talent. Broadway has a treat headed its way. 
The Best One Person Show in a Decade."
Highly recommended.

Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Theatre : Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University, Chicago Illinois
November 22, 2011 - November 27, 2011

★★★★
"A marvelous production with homeruns on all attempts. Tevye, played by John Preece is the living catalyst of change, and the heart of good souls, with some humor and great dancing along the way.  Highly Recommended."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

BLACK ENSEMBLE THEATER
CELEBRATES THE OPENING OF THE
BLACK ENSEMBLE THEATER CULTURAL CENTER WITH  “THE JACKIE WILSON STORY”
Cultural Center Opens Friday, November 18



Discover how The Field Museum is leading the way in conservation when you explore Abbott Hall of Conservation Restoring Earth.


SPENCER FINCH'S SOLAR-POWERED LUNAR ILLUMINATES THE ART INSTITUTE
Site-Specific Installation
on View through April 8, 2012, on Bluhm Family Terrace


THE JOFFREY BALLET’S ANNUAL PRODUCTION OF
ROBERT JOFFREY’S  THE NUTCRACKER
AMERICA’S #1 NUTCRACKER
At the Auditorium Theatre, December 9 – 27, 2011

★★★★
"A fabulous show, fantastic dancing, beautiful sets, wonderful music, tremendous sets, breathtaking performances.
Highly Recommended"

Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Memphis the Musical
playing at the Cadillac Palace Theatre for 2 Weeks, November 22-December 4th.

★★★★

"A fabulous musical with singing and dancing at their best.  A love story and drama showing the birth of Rock and Roll.  Highly Recommended."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc.

Now Showing at the CadillacPalace Theatre
MARY POPPINS
Oct. 15, 2011 through November 6, 2011

★★★★
"Almost too much fun, fantastic dancing, special effects, and
a family treat. A must see show".  Highly recommended.

Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Geek Girl Burlesque presents
BOOBS OF KHAN: A STAR TREK BURLESQUE
September 9 – October 28, 2011
★★★
"This might very well be Chicago's answer to the Moulin Rouge and priced for our current economic recession, only $20.00 a seat" .Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.


Wishful Drinking
with Carrie Fisher

★★★
"She is delightful, funny, open, honest, talented,
and a thrill on the stage.  We recommend this show."

Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

The BEATs at 16th Street Theatre

★★★★
"A brilliant job of directing a talented ensemble of gifted performers. A blast from the past, relevant today and alive for tomorrow, a must see show".  Highly recommended.
Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Victory Gardens opens its 2011-2012 season with
the Chicago Premiere of
"
In the Next Room or the vibrator play"
by Sarah Ruhl
September 9-October 9, 2011
★★★★
  "A wild drama, antiquated medicine with Victorian intrigue, mixed with timeless passions." 
Highly recommended.

Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Cirque Shanghai comes to Chicago’s Navy Pier in a World Premiere Production Features Jaw-Dropping Motorcycle on a Wire Aerial Act, Action Packed Sword Fighting Feats and Thrilling New Twists on Family Favorites All Kids’ Tickets $15! The world premiere production will run through September 5
★★★★
"A fantastic spell binding adventure with death defying acts,
like four motorcycles speeding around a spherical cage in different directions.  Do not try this at home, but bring the family to Navy Pier and see this.  Perhaps the best buy for the money this Summer. "  
"Highly recommended.."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc
"Peter Pan"★★★★
story from J.M. Barrie
"This is a delightful adaptation with some great high tech innovations mixed with some fun theatrics, a great show for the entire family."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

White Noise, at the Royal George
"There is humor, tons of irony, loads of talent, and a big smack of reality TV laced around an enjoyable show."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

Stage Kiss ★★★★
Written by Sarah Ruhl, directed by Jessica Thebus

"...it's a fun play with plenty of laughs, some damn fine acting, great sets, high and low drama, and some I saw it coming moments too."  Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

Lookingglass Theatre Company, in association with Abbie Phillips, presents the World Premiere of The Last Act of Lilka Kadison
Lookingglass Theatre is the recipient of the
2011 Regional Theatre Tony Award®

★★★★
"A great production of  a sad saga with humor and  tragedy
all held together with a stream of love, a river of life. "

"Highly recommended.."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL RETURNS TO CHICAGO WITH A NEW BIG TOP PRODUCTION!
★★★★
"Beaux et magnifiques art, a wonderful time filled with audio visual delights surrounding kinetic wonders and comedy"
Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

Chinglish
at the Goodman until July 24th, then it's on to Broadway.

★★★★
"A charming, vulgar, and dramatic view into life with polar opposite cultures and histories becoming more interwoven with time.  A wonderful script and tremendous acting make this a four star hit anywhere."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

London’s Smash Hit Show "THE ALL NEW ORIGINAL TRIBUTE TO THE BLUES BROTHERS™” Comes to the Audtorium Theatre of Roosevelt University July 6 - 24
★★★★
"A marathon of magnificent performances from start to finish. If you need a dose of energy this show will charge your batteries
and leave you wanting more."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

Beauty and the Beast on Tour is now in Chicago
June 29 - August 7, 2011
Ford Center/Oriental Theatre
★★★★
"A grand fun show, perhaps a gateway to Opera, a Disney Opera. The whole family will enjoy this talented work."
Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc



The tour of the smash hit Broadway revival of WEST SIDE STORY is in Chicago at the Cadillac Palace Theatre July 19 - August 14, 2011.
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★★★★
"A must see musical drama and great
revival,  highly recommended."

Suburban Journals of Chicago Inc.

The History of King Henry the Fourth, adapted from William Shakespeare’s Henry IV Parts I & II, adaptation and directed by Stanton Davis.  Outdoors in Austin Gardens.
Performances June 9-July 9, 2011.

★★★★
"Flawless and on the mark, all roles were performed with talent and dedication to the craft." 
"Highly recommended.."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

Working at : Broadway Playhouse, Chicago Illinois
February 15, 2011 - May 08, 2011

"Highly recommended.." Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc
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Cirque Eloize's new production
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iD " is in Chicago

Director
: Jeannot Painchaud

"A phenomenal show, flagrantly funny, with talent to spare.  C'est magnifique". Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

Spring Awakening is a vibrant exposé of a flock of adolescent hard rock singspiel outcasts from the adult realm of reality, a transition into a Freudian nightmare with some targeted humor here and there, with a chorus.
The play is well done and the sets and lighting are top notch and if you need a jolt in the next few days come have a view.  Closes mother's day, May 8th.

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Lookingglass Theatre Company presents the World Premiere of Ethan Frome, adapted from Edith Wharton’s novel and directed by Laura Eason. The production runs February 23 – April 23, 2011
"Highly recommended.." Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

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Ford Center/Oriental Theatre. This American Love-Rock musical won the TONY award in 2009 closes on - March 20, 2011
"Highly recommended.." Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

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Faith Healer by Oak Park Festival Theater
directed by Belinda Bremner   March 10-April 16

"A tempest of talent, a must see production, highly recommended.." Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

Provision Theater Company's  SHADOWLANDS
"Recommended.." Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

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"The Merchant of Venice" at the Bank of American Theatre. Playing through March 27th.
"Beautifully performed and recommended."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

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John Doe, the Musical
"Highly recommended and a great job by all the creative people on the team."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

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Triple-Tony-Award winning God of Carnage,
directed by Rick Snyder, now runs through April 17

"Highly recommended.." Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

LE RÊVE at the Wynn in Las Vegas
Discover an extraordinary world where
dreams swim in the air and dance on water…
"Highly recommended.."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc

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7th Annual Disability Pride Parade
PRIDE REVOLUTION

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Transformers 3 Arrives in the Midwest and Brings Violence to the City of Chicago
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When in Vegas, Check this Out: Vinnie Favorito Could Not Tell His Jokes at the Vatican.
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“Inside/Out” Hubbard Street Dance Chicago
"It was a fun idea, brought to life by some incredible dancers and choreographers, showcased in a treasure of the world."

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CLIMATE CHANGE
June 25 – November 28, 2010
at the Field Museum

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Jethro Tull at Ravinia on Father's Day
with special guest Procol Harum
"A great evening with some tremendous music from many a person's youth, and great weather too"
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc
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Forest Park Hosted Their First Cruise Night
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The Chicago Zoological Society's Brookfield Zoo Opens it's New Great Bear Wilderness
"Highly recommended.."
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Amber Wagner to sing Richard Wagner in European debut!!
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"Billy Elliot" at the Oriental Theater in  Chicago
"The show is highly recommended on all levels of fun and drama, truly spectacular."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc
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Steel Roots by Steve Tobin Comes to Town at the Morton Arboretum
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Physics, Fun, and Weather at the New Permanent Exhibit at the Museum of Science & Industry
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Riccardo Muti Addresses the Press and Guests On His
Becoming the Music Director of the World Renown
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
“The CSO belongs to the World”  Riccardo Muti

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REFLECTIONS FROM THE HEART
a new cd by Laurie McEathron Marchese.
Her sultry demure is blended with innocence and charm.

"Highly recommended.."
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc


ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF
NEW CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
David Thurm of the New York Times Joins Museum

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Serenade a Mario Lanza songbook
" A Great Album with a Grand Selection of Favorites from
a Treasured Talent, some for the first time released to the public"
Suburban Journals of  Chicago Inc
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FODfest (Friends of Daniel Pearl)
play in honor of the late journalist and musican at
Village Players in Oak Park on Oct 28, 7:00 p.m. 
A free Event
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Village Players Theater is proud to announce two new Educational Opportunities housed under the Village
Players Training Center: Village Players Youth Training Center and Village Players Professional Training Center.

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Museum of Science and Industry Celebrating everything that makes you… YOU.
YOU!
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Play Board Games at the Oak Park Public Library
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Oak Park Public Library and Community Partners
receive Big Read Grant from National Endowment
for the Arts Oak Park, River Forest and Forest Park
to read and celebrate the Tales and Poems of
Edgar Allan Poe in October

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Symphony of Oak Park and River Forest
Choral Concert at First United Church, 848 Lake Street -----Reviewed


Bactrian Camel Born at Brookfield Zoo

Bars: The Girl on the Piano… featuring Lisa Zane
is over at Village Players Theatre, but you can still

get her CD...

"A wonderful, unique, talented performance, beautiful
art and song"
  SJC 

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The EVOLVING PLANET at Chicago's
Field Museum, a great view into our past.

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Dinosaur Digs That You Can Afford for
the Whole Family.
 
"Highly Recommended"
Suburban Journals of Chicago

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Grant Park Music Festival Website
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Morton Arboretum Opens the MAZE and
the Landscape Theatre

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Blue Man Group Keeps Getting Better and
Now Soon to Open in Toronto.

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A History of Maywood, by Douglas Deuchler
"Another Success for our Local Historian, and gifted
writer."  Suburban Journals of Chicago
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Yellowstone in the Winter, snow sledding, nature, wildlife,
and all in the caldera of a volcano..not bad for a grand adventure. Visit West Yellowstone and see it all.  Fly to Bozeman, Montana and take a bus ride, come by car all the way, or rent one to get here.

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PRITZKER Pavilion of Millennium Park .
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The New Ape house at Lincoln Park Zoo Opens.

Brookfield Zoo’s Regenstein Wolf Woods is now
Open and Ready for All to Come and See.

The Academy of Movement and Music, had
a Show at OPRFHS Worthy of Broadway.



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