Athenaeum Theatre

Before the Game of Thrones, there was this masterpiece. Will Richard stop at nothing to reach the pinnacle of power? Will he act unethically, unlawfully? Deceive, seduce, even …

Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin will embark on a series of tour dates throughout the fall of 2019. Carpenter and Colvin—longtime friends for over 30 years— will appear on stage together as an intimate acoustic duo, swapping songs and sharing stories.

As five men dressed as Joan Crawford wait for a soap star to arrive at a surprise party, dark secrets emerge, and soon there’s one Joan less…

See Rhett & Link discuss their new novel, The Lost Causes of Bleak Creek, live on stage! All guests will receive a copy of the new book with their ticket!

Frankie Quiñones is a stand-up comedian who has made appearances on Comedy Central, HBO, TBS, and Nickelodeon. He tours as himself, but also portrays characters such as Creeper, drama queen Juanita Carmelita, party bro Afradooshie, and feel-good guardian angel Pachanga.

The award-winning interactive competition features dance groups performing against one another with the audience deciding their favorite.

CICA presents Celebracion a la Vida (Celebration of life), celebrating the Day of the Dead.

The Moth presents the GrandSLAM, a battle of wits and words – fierce, hilarious, heartbreaking and all points between.

Future Stars showcases young dancers and choreographers new to the Chicago dance scene.

Cuban Visions Program 6: The Personal is Political. La Música de las Esferas (Music of the Spheres), 2018: Directed by Marcel Beltran, 82 min. Documentary Feature, Spanish with English subtitles. Beltrán’s father Mauricio and mother Regina, equally committed to socialist ideals, began a life together, even though Regina’s father rejected Mauricio on account of his race. Beltrán draws out what was sacrificed as his parents forged into the austerity of the 1990s, simultaneously confronting the fraught politics of family and nation both.

This special program will feature legacy Dance Chicago Stars from the past 25 years and the best new talent in the Chicago dance scene.

Everyone’s favorite authority on basic, Stassi Schroeder, is taking her hit podcast Straight Up With Stassi on the road for the first time ever. Stassi wrote the New York Times bestselling book, NEXT LEVEL BASIC, stars on Bravo’s hit show, “Vanderpump Rules” — and now fans have the chance to experience her hit podcast live.

The Super Scientific Circus proves that science can be fun and funny.

Come experience one of Mexico’s most legendary vocal trio, Los Panchos. Fresh off their tour in Japan and coming to Chicago for one night only, this unforgettable concert …

Josh Mather conducts Lakeview Orchestra with guest violinist, Joshua Brown.

Sparkling disco balls and bell bottoms kick off the festive season with disco renditions of beloved holiday favorites.

Each week, the Small Town Murder podcast looks at a small town, what makes it tick, and a murder that took place there.

Through its inspiring story, beautiful music, and charming choreography, The Nutcracker is a celebration of the joyous holiday season. Every year The Nutcracker takes us on an unforgettable …