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SUMMARY:26th World Music Festival Chicago
DESCRIPTION:26th World Music Festival Chicago\nSaturday\, October 3\nDoors open at 1:30 p.m. | Performances begin at 2:00 p.m.\nBeverly Arts Center\n2407 W. 111th St.\, Chicago\nAll ages \nExperience music that crosses borders and generations as the 26th World Music Festival Chicago comes to the Beverly Arts Center! \nThe afternoon features two dynamic 75-minute performances by Grammy Award-winning klezmer pioneers The Klezmatics and acclaimed Mexican son jarocho ensemble Los Vega. \nFor four decades\, New York’s The Klezmatics have brought new life to klezmer music\, blending Yiddish traditions with elements of jazz\, gospel\, folk and punk. Los Vega carries forward the vibrant musical heritage of Veracruz\, Mexico\, combining deep family roots\, spirited musicianship and the rhythmic energy of traditional son jarocho. \nPresented as part of World Music Festival Chicago\, this free\, citywide celebration showcases the sounds\, traditions and artistry of musicians from Chicago and around the globe. \nAdmission is free and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Early arrival is highly encouraged. \nLearn more about The Klezmatics\, Los Vega and the World Music Festival Chicago.
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/26th-world-music-festival-chicago/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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SUMMARY:The Red Well Foundation Presents: Game Night 
DESCRIPTION:The Red Well Foundation Presents:\nGame Night\nOctober 2nd\, 2026 @ 7:00pm  \n$20  \nGet ready for a spelling bee unlike any you’ve seen before! This live\, high-energy competition reinvents the classic school spelling bee with the excitement of a game show and a Royal Rumble-style format. \nTen contestants take the stage at a time\, with each receiving one word to spell. Spell it correctly\, and they stay in the game. Spell it incorrectly\, and they’re eliminated—making room for a new contestant to enter. The competition continues at full speed as the words become progressively more difficult and the field narrows. \nSurviving spellers advance through three exciting stages: The Rumble\, The Finalists and the Cash Prize Showdown. In the final round\, the remaining contestants compete head-to-head until only one speller remains to claim the title of Spelling Bee Champion—and the cash prize! \nA charismatic host\, live DJ\, music\, crowd reactions and real-time results create the atmosphere of an interactive game show. Audience members can follow who’s competing\, who’s coming up next and who can survive the longest. \nThis isn’t a school spelling bee. It’s a live\, high-energy\, family-friendly spelling competition where every word could be the difference between elimination and victory. \n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/the-red-well-foundation-presents-game-night/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T220000
DTSTAMP:20260610T201514Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T201514Z
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SUMMARY:Second Hand News: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute
DESCRIPTION:Second Hand News: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute\nFriday\, September 25\, 2026 | 7:30 PM \nExperience the timeless music of Fleetwood Mac with Second Hand News\, one of the Midwest’s premier Fleetwood Mac tribute bands. Recreating the magic\, energy\, and unforgettable harmonies of one of rock’s most beloved groups\, Second Hand News delivers an authentic concert experience featuring all the classics fans know and love. \nSing along to iconic hits including Dreams\, Go Your Own Way\, Rhiannon\, Landslide\, The Chain\, Don’t Stop\, and many more. From the band’s early blues-inspired roots to the chart-topping success of Rumours\, this spectacular tribute captures the sound\, style\, and spirit that made Fleetwood Mac a legendary force in music. \nWhether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering these songs for the first time\, join us for an evening of nostalgia\, incredible musicianship\, and timeless rock and roll. \nTickets on sale now. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/second-hand-news-a-fleetwood-mac-tribute/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T220000
DTSTAMP:20260724T175426Z
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SUMMARY:Wonderlove "The Stevie Wonder Experience"
DESCRIPTION:Wonderlove “The Stevie Wonder Experience”\nNEW SHOW ADDED: Friday\, September 18th\, 2026 @ 7:30  \nSaturday\, September 19th\, 2026 @ 7:30pm  \nNon-members $35  \nMembers $32 \n\nWonderlove is back at the BAC!\n\nWonderlove embodies the heart and soul of Stevie Wonder. Known as\nthe 8th wonder of the world\, Stevie’s musical legacy is great feeling\nmusic! When you attend a Wonderlove “The Stevie Wonder Experience”\nconcert\, you will be inundated with many emotions: an abundance of\nlove\, love of Life\, love of friends here and gone\, far and near. Special\nmemories of times in your life if you heard Stevie Wonder in the 1960’s\,\n1970’s\, 1980’s 1990’s or 2000’s. Yes\, Stevie Wonder has had #1 hits\nin every one of those decades\, his musical career is unlike no other. 50\nyears of writing\, producing\, playing and singing some of the greatest\nhit songs on the radio waves! From his first #1 hit Fingertips Pt2 for the\ngreat Motown label when he was a mere 12 years old. Whether you are\nlistening for his top chart hitting songs or you’re old school and\nremember your favorite songs from his great albums (that’s how you\nused to enjoy listening to amazing music from the full vinyl\nalbums) …Your soul will be touched from song to song. This is why\nwe call this show an experience\, not only is it a visual tribute to the\nStevie Wonder live show\, but you will experience a multitude of\nemotions as we said from Love\, Tranquility\, Happiness\, Memories\,\nTears of joy and inspiration and defiantly last but not least the\nPARTAY!!!!!!\n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/wonderlove-the-stevie-wonder-experience-2/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T210000
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SUMMARY:BAPA Presents: Old House Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:BAPA Presents: Old House Lecture Series\nDiscover the character\, craftsmanship\, and history of Chicago’s everyday architecture at the Beverly Area Planning Association’s Old House Lecture Series. Carla Bruni\, Preservation and Resiliency Specialist at the Chicago Bungalow Association\, will discuss Chicago Homes: A Portrait of the City’s Everyday Architectures\, her recent book co-authored with Paul Thompson. \nWhether you own an older home\, appreciate Chicago architecture\, or simply love where you live\, join us for an evening of practical guidance\, helpful resources\, and community connection. \nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.\nBeverly Arts Center\n2407 W. 111th St. \nThis event is free. RSVP at BAPA.org.
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/bapa-presents-old-house-lecture-series/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T210000
DTSTAMP:20260902T200014Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T200014Z
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SUMMARY:Burning Red: Tribute to Taylor
DESCRIPTION:Burning Red: Tribute to Taylor\nSaturday\, September 12th\, 2026 @ 7:00pm \nNon-members – $35 \nMembers – $32 \nBurning Red: Tribute to Taylor takes the stage on Saturday\, September 12th\, 2026 at 7:00pm for a high-energy celebration of the music of global superstar Taylor Swift. From country roots to pop anthems and indie-folk favorites\, this electrifying tribute show brings the eras to life with stunning vocals\, dynamic musicianship\, and all the sparkle Swifties love. \nWhether you’re a longtime fan or new to the phenomenon\, grab your friends\, dress in your favorite era\, and sing along to the hits that defined a generation. It’s a night of unforgettable music\, friendship bracelets\, and pure Taylor magic—live at BAC! 💫 \n\n \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/burning-red-tribute-to-taylor/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T210000
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SUMMARY:OMEGA X 2026 TOUR: NO LIMIT
DESCRIPTION:OMEGA X 2026 TOUR: NO LIMIT\nSeptember 1\, 2026  \n\n\nTue\, 1 Sep\, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDT\n\nDoors open\n6:00 PM CDT\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription: Chicago! Korean boy group OMEGA X return to the United Stated on their 2026 ‘NO LIMIT’ Tour\, making a stop in Chicago for one night only. OMEGA X (오메가엑스) is a 7 member boy group consisting of Jaehan\, Hwichan\, Sebin\, Xen\, Jehyun\, Kevin and Yechan.\n\n\n\nTickets for OMEGA X will go on sale July 17 at 10:00AM CST.\n\n\n\nOMEGA X (오메가엑스) is a 7 member boy group consisting of Jaehan\, Hwichan\, Sebin\, Xen\, Jehyun\, Kevin and Yechan. \nGeneral Admission: $50 – This is a first come first serve ticket to see OMEGA X. \nGeneral Admission + Hi Touch: $75 – This is your ticket to the OMEGA X concert + the Hi Touch after the show! *LIMITED!* \nVIP: $125 – This ticket Includes:\n– Your OMEGA X concert ticket\n– Skip The Line\n– Sound Check Party\n– Group Photo\n– Hi Touch after the show
 *LIMITED!*\nPlease arrive by 4pm!! \nVVIP: $150 – This ticket Includes:\n– Your OMEGA X concert ticket\n– Skip The Line\n– Sound Check Party\n– Group Photo\n– Hi Touch after the show\n– OMEGA X Fan Sign!! 
*LIMITED*\nPlease arrive by 4pm!! \nEverything Ticket: $250 – This ticket Includes:\n– Your OMEGA X concert ticket\n– Skip The Line\n– Sound Check Party\n– Group Photo\n– Hi Touch after the show\n– OMEGA X Fan Sign\n– Seven Selfie Tickets\n– You+ *LIMITED*\nPlease arrive by 4pm!! \nUPGRADES: \nYou+: $75 – This is a solo photo of You + the group\, taken by us! *LIMITED!* (This does not include a concert ticket) \nSelfie Ticket: $20 – This ticket allows you to take a selfie with any one member of OMEGA X! If you would like a selfie with all seven members\, you will need to buy seven selfie tickets. (This does not include a concert ticket) \nSelfie Bundle: $75 – This selfie bundle buys you seven selfie tickets so you can take a selfie with each member of OMEGA X *LIMITED!* (This does not include a concert ticket) \nSkip The Line: $20 – This ticket allows you early access to the venue lobby and early access to OMEGA X merchandise! Skip The Line doors open around 5pm. (This does not include a concert ticket) \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/omega-x-2026-tour-no-limit/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T180000
DTSTAMP:20260821T203724Z
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SUMMARY:Ragtime
DESCRIPTION:Ragtime*\nAugust 2026\nOPENING: Thursday\, August 27th @ 7:30pm  \nFriday\, August 28th @ 7:30pm \nSaturday\, August 29th @ 3:00pm \nSunday\, August 30th @ 3:00pm \n$50 – Non-members  \n$45 – Members  \nRagtime is the 1998 musical that tells the story of three American communities faced with change and redefining the American dream. The story has three protagonists and three ensembles: Mother\, a wealthy WASP living in the all-white New Rochelle\, Tateh\, a Jewish immigrant trying to find his footing and provide for his daughter in the Lower East Side\, and Coalhouse Walker\, Jr.\, a black Harlem musician-turned-activist when racist attacks damage his community. Though separate communities\, their stories interweave through encounters with American history makers\, including Booker T. Washington\, Henry Ford\, Harry Houdini\, and more. As the story reaches its conclusion\, the protagonists learn that the real “American dream” is bringing communities together\, not keeping them apart.  \n*This is a community theatre production presented by the Beverly Arts Center and featuring local performers. It is not affiliated with or presented by the Broadway production or national tour of Ragtime. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/ragtime/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:2025/2026 Centerstage Season,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260828T200621Z
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SUMMARY:Still A Constant Struggle\, Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Still A Constant Struggle\, Part 2\nOpening Reception: August 8\, 2-4pm\, Simmerling Gallery\n\nSpecial Exhibit Reception from 5:30pm-7:30pm after the Saturday 3pm performance of Ragtime. \n\nOn view through September 12th.\n\nThe legacy of slavery in America has had a profound effect on the wellbeing of generations of Black Americans in all aspects of life and has insidiously shaped the culture and structures of society to build and reinforce a culture of hatred\, division and violence that we still struggle with today. In Still a Constant Struggle\, Part 2\, seven Chicago artists work in a variety of mediums\, including painting\, drawing\, collage\, quilting\, ceramics\, assemblage\, and poetry—to explore the history and legacy of slavery in America and seek to confront these realities with resilience\, bravery and humanity. These artists ask us to consider that this systemic dehumanization of black and brown people\, in fact\, leads to the dehumanization of all. The artists of Still A Constant Struggle seek to inspire people to look critically at our history\, our society\, our communities and ourselves to determine how we can create a more just and peaceful world. Featuring works by Tina Jenkins Bell\, Jomo Cheatham\, Malika Jackson\, Dawn Liddicoatt\, Dorothy Straughter\, Takako and Zebediah Allen. This is Part Two in an exhibition series that began in May at The Studio Space\, a community art incubator space in Beverly.
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/still-a-constant-struggle-part-2/
LOCATION:Simmerling Gallery
CATEGORIES:Art Gallery,Exhibit Opening,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T220000
DTSTAMP:20260701T202312Z
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SUMMARY:7Metrix Live: I Heard The City Breathe
DESCRIPTION:7Metrix Live: I Heard The City Breathe\nSaturday\, August 1st @ 7:30pm  \nNon-members $25  \nMembers $23 \nExperience an unforgettable evening of music\, storytelling\, and community as acclaimed Chicago artist 7 Metrix brings his powerful multimedia project\, I Heard The City Breathe\, to the Beverly Arts Center on Saturday\, August 1st at 7:30 PM. \nMore than a concert\, this immersive performance is a heartfelt portrait of Chicago—its resilience\, its struggles\, and its spirit. Through soulful hip-hop\, spoken word\, and live collaboration\, 7 Metrix explores themes of identity\, family\, hope\, and healing while celebrating the voices and experiences that shape our city. Featuring music from the critically praised album alongside special guest performers and creative collaborators\, this one-night event transforms the stage into a living celebration of Chicago’s culture\, history\, and future. Join us for an inspiring evening that reminds us every city has a heartbeat—and every story deserves to be heard. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/7metrix-live-i-heard-the-city-breathe/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190132Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T190132Z
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SUMMARY:HYPNO Beats ~ Chris Jones & Sung Beats
DESCRIPTION:HYPNO Beats\nSaturday\, July 11th at 8:00pm\nAges 13+ \nNon-Members – $25 \nMembers – $23 \nThis isn’t your average hypnosis show. HYPNO Beats is a high-energy\, late-night experience where comedy hypnosis\, live music\, and nonstop audience interaction collide for one unforgettable night. \nAmerica’s Got Talent hypnotist Chris Jones teams up with internationally known beatbox sensation Sung Beats for a wildly entertaining show packed with music\, laughter\, surprises\, and outrageous audience participation. From hypnotized volunteers doing the unexpected to Sung Beats creating unbelievable sounds live on stage\, no two performances are ever the same. \nDesigned for teens and adults\, this 13+ experience pushes the energy even higher with bigger laughs\, interactive games\, crowd challenges\, and moments that will leave you wondering\, “Did that really just happen?” Whether you’re brave enough to volunteer or just coming to watch your friends take the stage\, HYPNO Beats delivers an electric night of comedy and chaos. \nOne stage. Two masters of entertainment. Zero rules. \nCome ready to laugh\, cheer\, and experience the unexpected. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/hypno-beats-chris-jones-sung-beats/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T190217Z
CREATED:20260605T185638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T190217Z
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SUMMARY:Kid Control ~ Chris Jones & Sung Beats
DESCRIPTION:KID CONTROL!\nThe only show where kids control their parents!\nSaturday\, July 11th at 5:30pm \nNon-members – $25 \nMembers – $23  \nChildren Under 10 – $15 \nGet ready for an unforgettable night of laughter\, music\, magic\, and hypnosis with Chicago’s own Chris Jones and the electrifying Sung Beats. This interactive family experience turns the tables as kids take charge and parents become the stars of the show. \nChris Jones\, the only hypnotist ever featured on America’s Got Talent\, brings his signature high-energy comedy hypnosis show to the Beverly stage\, inviting parents to dance\, sing\, and act like kids right before your eyes. Whether you volunteer for the stage or cheer from your seat\, the laughs keep coming all night long. \nJoining him is world-renowned beatboxer and entertainer Sung Beats\, whose jaw-dropping vocal percussion\, comedy\, and crowd interaction add nonstop energy to this one-of-a-kind event. Together\, Chris and Sung create a family-friendly spectacle packed with surprises\, audience participation\, and moments you’ll be talking about long after the show ends. \nPerfect for all ages\, KID CONTROL! is the ultimate summer family night out. Come ready to laugh\, cheer\, and maybe even see your parents transformed before your eyes. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/kid-control-chris-jones-sung-beats/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T210000
DTSTAMP:20260624T160040Z
CREATED:20260520T213722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T160040Z
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SUMMARY:The Moth StorySLAM
DESCRIPTION:The Moth storySLAM\nWednesday\, June 24th @ 7pm \nTickets – $17  \nThe Moth StorySLAM is an open-mic storytelling competition in which anyone can share a true\, personal\, 5-minute story on the night’s theme. Sign up for a chance to tell a story or sit back and enjoy the show! Tonight’s theme is… \nROMANCE: Prepare a five-minute story about love\, whether it was at first sight or just last night. Chance encounters\, meetcutes\, will-they-won’t-theys\, and slow burns. Share your awkward morning-afters or hard-won happily-ever-afters. Or take your affections in unexpected directions: friend crushes or a little self-love. From matches made in heaven to dates straight from hell\, we want your relationship glow-ups\, blowups\, and everything in between. Oh Romeo\, Romeo… you had me at hello-meo. \nDoors Open: 6:00 PM \nShow Starts: 7:00 PM \nTickets for Chicago’s StorySLAMs go on sale 3 weeks prior to the show date at 3 PM ET. \nSeating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the show. Admission is not guaranteed for late arrivals. All sales final. As many as 10 tickets may be available at the door for all of our StorySLAMs on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nBags may be subject to search upon entering the venue. \nStorytelling Theme for the Evening: Romance \n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \n 
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/the-moth-storyslam/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T183000
DTSTAMP:20260617T182439Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T182439Z
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SUMMARY:Summerween
DESCRIPTION:Summerween\nTuesday\, June 23rd\, 4:30pm-6:30pm \nFree Event \nThis is a free Beverly Arts Center event to bring Halloween to summertime Beverly. The goal is to create new community connections and strengthen existing ones. There will be opportunities to win prizes and just have some summer fun. Join us for our costume contests\, scavenger hunt\, and spooky story-telling. \nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/summerween/
LOCATION:BAC Courtyard
CATEGORIES:Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260401T205429Z
CREATED:20260401T205318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T205429Z
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SUMMARY:Mo’ Soul Revue: Summer of Soul Spectacular
DESCRIPTION:Mo’ Soul Revue: Summer of Soul Spectacular\nJune 20th\, 2026 \n7:30pm  \nNon-members $35 \nMembers $32 \nSoundtracks of a Generation performs a “Summer of Soul Spectacular” featuring the music of Motown and the Philadelphia Soul scene. The Mo’ Soul Revue takes the stage as an 11-piece lineup with three lead vocalists and the Mo’ Better Horns With songs by The O’Jays\, The Stylistics\, and other bands from that era\, including The Jackson 5\, The Supremes and the Temptations. \nDon’t miss this Motown / Philly throwdown. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/mo-soul-revue-summer-of-soul-spectacular/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T210000
DTSTAMP:20260902T193620Z
CREATED:20260516T191426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T193620Z
UID:16754-1781550000-1790629200@thebeverlyartscenter.com
SUMMARY:Music Mondays 2026
DESCRIPTION:Music Mondays Summer 2026\nJune 15th through September 28th\nThe beloved Music Mondays series is back for another summer at the Beverly Arts Center! Join us every Monday from June 15th-September 28th from 7-9 pm in the Center’s courtyard at 2407 W. 111th St. If weather has precipitation in the forecast\, concert will be moved into the Baffes theatre unless otherwise noted. \nMusic Mondays has a suggested $10 donation to support the BAC. Space is limited and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nMusic Mondays Lineup: \nJune 15 – Smiley Tillmon (Blues) \nJune 22 – Dirty Wellies (Traditional Irish Music)  \nJune 29 – Kenchris (R&B/Soul) \nJuly 6 – Dom Rossi (Singer-Songwriter Covers\, 50’s-Present) \nJuly 13 – Return2Soul (R&B/Soul) \nJuly 20 – NuSource (Jazz) \nAugust 3 – Dave Herrero (Blues) \nAugust 17 –  Le Travaillant (Cajun/Zydeco) \nAugust 24 – Crosswind (Latin Jazz) \nAugust 31 – Steve Haberichter (Bluegrass)  \nSeptember 14- Brazel Band (Classic Pop/Rock Covers)  \nSeptember 21 –  Little Giant (Rock Covers)  \nSeptember 28 – Marquetry –  (Jazz\, Funk)  \nMusic Mondays will often have vendors available including: \n\n\n\nFrozen Fiesta Express (Snowcone Food Truck)\n\n\n\n  \nMUSIC MONDAYS – EVENT RULES & EXPECTATIONS \n\nNo pets permitted. Service dogs are welcome.\nNo outside beverages or coolers\nSmoking and vaping are prohibited anywhere on Beverly Arts Center property.\nNo open flames\, including candles\, fire pits\, grills\, or similar devices.\nNo wagons permitted.\nPlease keep walkways\, entrances\, and exits clear at all times.\nChildren must be supervised by a parent or guardian.\nBe respectful of fellow guests\, performers\, staff\, and volunteers.\nDispose of trash in designated receptacles.\nFollow all instructions from Beverly Arts Center staff and security personnel.\nGuests who fail to comply with event rules may be asked to leave the premises.\n\nThank you for helping us create a safe\, welcoming\, and enjoyable experience for everyone.
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/music-mondays-2026/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T193000
DTSTAMP:20260528T203431Z
CREATED:20250923T191007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T203431Z
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SUMMARY:FeelGood Party Band
DESCRIPTION:FeelGood Party Band\nFriday\,  June 5th\, 2026 @ 7:30pm \nNon-member – $22 \nMember – $20 \nGet ready for an unforgettable night of music and fun at the Beverly Arts Center! As our final concert of the spring\, the FeelGood Party Band brings their high-energy performance and crowd-pleasing playlist to the BAC stage for a night of nonstop good vibes. Known for their dynamic mix of classic hits\, dance favorites\, and party anthems\, FeelGood will have you on your feet and dancing straight into summer. Grab your friends\, come ready to move\, and join the Beverly Arts Center community for an evening of live music\, laughter\, and feel-good moments. This is the perfect send-off to spring and the ultimate kickoff to a feel-good summer! \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \n 
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/16029/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T223000
DTSTAMP:20260513T212035Z
CREATED:20260513T211945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T212035Z
UID:16713-1780171200-1780180200@thebeverlyartscenter.com
SUMMARY:CGMC Presents: Cher the Love
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 30\, 2026 at 8:00 PM – Beverly Arts Center\n\n\nTurn back time with CGMC’s Cher the Love\, where more than 250 members bring Cher’s biggest songs to the stage in celebration of her 80th birthday. Enjoy a vibrant evening of energetic dancing\, stunning vocals\, and hit after hit! This show is truly a bold and glittering tribute that captures the spirit of a gay icon. \nBeverly Arts Center\n2407 W 111th St\nChicago\, IL 60655 \nAll seats are General Admission and seating is on a first come\, first-served basis. Your program will act as your entry ticket. The house will open for seating 30 minutes prior to showtime at 7:30 PM with an 8:00 PM curtain. Please check in on arrival. Your show program will act as your entry ticket to the theater. \nPlease note that all ticket purchases are final and there are no refunds or exchanges. For accessible seating please contact Kevin Corbett at kevincorbett@cgmc.org or call our office at 773-296-0541. \n\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/cgmc-presents-cher-the-love/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T184759Z
CREATED:20260421T184759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T184759Z
UID:16677-1778787000-1779123600@thebeverlyartscenter.com
SUMMARY:Legally Blonde\, Jr. 
DESCRIPTION:BAC Youth Theatre Company Presents \nLegally Blonde\, Jr.  \nPerformances:  \n\nMay 14th & May 15th @ 7:30pm \nMay 16th & 17th @ 3:00pm \n\nDirected by Kara Ryan  \nNon-Members: $15.00  \nMembers: $13.00  \n  \nBAC’s Youth Theatre Company is proud to present Legally Blonde\, Jr.\, starring students ages 13-19!  \nLegally Blonde JR. follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes\, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. When Elle’s boyfriend\, Warner\, dumps her and heads to Harvard\, claiming she’s not “serious” enough\, Elle takes matters into her own hands\, crafting a showy song-and-dance personal essay and charming her way into law school. Befriending classmate\, Emmett\, and spunky hairdresser\, Paulette\, along the way\, Elle finds that books and looks aren’t mutually exclusive. As Elle begins outsmarting her peers\, she realizes that law may be her natural calling after all. \n  \nBased on the award-winning Broadway musical and the smash hit motion picture\, Legally Blonde The Musical Jr. is a fabulously fun journey of self-empowerment and expanding horizons. The show’s instantly recognizable songs are filled with humor\, wit and sass — leaving cast members and audiences alike seeing pink! (From Music Theatre International)  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/legally-blonde-jr/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Shows,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T161730Z
CREATED:20260216T215635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T161730Z
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SUMMARY:49th BAC Art Comp
DESCRIPTION:49th Annual Art Comp\nCongratulations to all of our Art Comp Awardees!\nBeverly Bank Best in Show \nArtist: Everette Williams \nArtwork: Negro 1890s \n  \nBill & Judie Anderson Award  \nArtist: Dorothy Straughter \nArtwork: Read Graffiti\, Mother Africa  \n  \nAlice & Arthur Baer Award \nArtist: Bryan Northup \nArtwork: Final Vibrancy  \n  \nHonorable Mentions:  \nArtist: Christine Miller \nArtwork: Mermaid Mags Host St. Ag \n  \nArtist: Christyna Neal  \nArtwork: In My Head \n  \nArtist: Bethany Cordero  \nArtwork: Holding Temporalities \n  \nArtist: Juan Carlos Rodriguez \nArtwork: Oh George\, It’s Repeating  \n  \nOPENING\nAwards Reception Saturday\, May 9th\, 2026 | 2PM-4PM\nIn Beverly Arts Center’s Simmerling Gallery \nNOTIFICATION\nArtists selected for ART COMP 49 will be notified no later than Tuesday\, April 14th at 4PM. \nArt Comp 49th will selections will be juried by Kathy Weaver. Art Comp 49 selections will be judged by artists Nat Soti and Ashley January.   \nThe Beverly Arts Center proudly announces the open application period for ART COMP 49.  This annual juried gallery exhibition celebrates the talent and creativity to local and regional artists. Since 1976\, ART COMP has supported artists with prize money and the opportunity to show their work in the BAC’s Jack Simmerling Gallery.  \nSubmission Form \n49th Annual Art Comp Submission Form Here \nAdministrative Fee \nAdministrative Fee Payment Here \nThe fee for entry is $20\, or $15 for BAC members or college students. All payments must be in by submission deadline to be considered for selection. \n\nThe deadline for submissions is midnight\, Wednesday\, April 1st\, 2026\n\nForms with missing information or forms submitted without payment will be considered incomplete and will be ineligible for consideration. \nSelected artworks can be dropped off during the week of Monday\, April 20th – Sunday\, May 3rd. BAC will accept mailed in artwork with return postage included in the packaging. \n  \nHISTORY OF ART COMP\nIn 1976\, real estate developer Arthur Rubloff and local artists William and Judie Anderson\, all original supporters of the Beverly Arts Center\, decided to honor their good friends\, Alice and Arthur Baer\, by establishing a juried art competition in their name. Each year\, the Beverly Arts Center awards over $5000 in prize monies to local and regional artists whose works are selected for exhibition. \nART COMP 49 is made possible through the generous support of Beverly Bank and Trust. \n \n\nPRIZE MONEY\nBeverly Bank Best of Show: $1000 Alice and Arthur Baer Award $750 \n\nBill and Judie Anderson Award –  $750\nHonorable Mention 1 –  $350\nHonorable Mention 2 –  $350\nHonorable Mention 3 –  $350\nHonorable Mention 4 –  $350\nHonorable Mention 5 –  $350\nBeverly Arts Center Purchase Award –  Up to $500\n\nRETURNING WORK\nShipped work will be mailed by Tuesday\, June 11th\, 2026. All other work must be collected between Saturday\, June 6th and no later than Saturday\, June 20th.  Work may only be picked-up during hours that the BAC Front Desk is staffed – Mondays – Thursdays\, 12noon – 7pm\, Fridays\, 12noon – 5pm\, and Saturdays\, 9am – 2pm.  The BAC is not responsible for uncollected works. \nLIABILITY & INSURANCE\nThe BAC does not insure artwork. Artists are responsible for demonstrating proof of insurance for their own work. \nSALES\nThe BAC retains a 30% commission of any item sold based on the sale price determined by the Artist in advance of the Exhibition. All sales of pieces exhibited at ART COMP 49 for the duration of the show\,  Saturday\, May 9th\, 2026 and Friday\, June 5th\, 2026 will be processed through the Beverly Arts Center’s point of sale system.  Artists whose work is purchased during this period will receive payment from the BAC no later than Friday\, June 26th\, 2025. \nMARKETING\nThe BAC reserves the right to photograph all exhibited works and to use those photographs for catalog and/ or publicity purposes. \nINCLUSION\nThe Beverly Arts Center is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We empower the creative vitality of every identity and encourage work from all communities\, groups\, and individuals
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/49th-bac-art-comp/
LOCATION:Simmerling Gallery
CATEGORIES:Art Gallery,Exhibit Opening,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T220000
DTSTAMP:20260218T222004Z
CREATED:20260218T221854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T222004Z
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SUMMARY:R.E.S.P.E.C.T: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin
DESCRIPTION:R.E.S.P.E.C.T: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin\nFriday\, May 8th @ 7:30pm  \nNon-members – $35  \nMembers – $32 \nCelebrate Mother’s Day Weekend with an unforgettable night of legendary soul honoring the music of Aretha Franklin. With 20 #1 R&B singles and 17 top ten pop hits\, her songs defined a generation — and this powerful tribute brings them to life on stage. \nSoundtracks of a Generation delivers a high-energy\, 100-minute concert experience featuring acclaimed vocalist LaShera Moore Ellis\, whose commanding voice and presence capture the spirit\, strength\, and soul of Aretha’s greatest hits. Backed by a tight\, dynamic 10-piece band led by Music Director and guitarist Chris Forte\, this show is packed with passion\, groove\, and timeless classics. \nJoin us Friday\, May 8th at 7:30pm for a Mother’s Day Weekend celebration filled with iconic songs\, powerhouse vocals\, and pure classic soul from the Queen of Soul. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/r-e-s-p-e-c-t-a-tribute-to-aretha-franklin/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T213000
DTSTAMP:20260209T223515Z
CREATED:20260209T221152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T223515Z
UID:16459-1777750200-1777757400@thebeverlyartscenter.com
SUMMARY:Chicago Repertory Ballet: Spring Series
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Repertory Ballet: Spring Series\nSaturday\, May 2nd\, 2026 @ 7:30pm \nNon-members – $35 \nMembers – $32 \nChicago Repertory Ballet is thrilled to announce our upcoming Spring Performance Series at the Beverly Arts Center. This limited run will feature the return of a powerful and timeless work: Le Sacre du Printemps (The Rite of Spring) by Founding Artistic Director Wade Schaaf\, set to Igor Stravinsky’s iconic score. \nA visceral story of ritual and sacrifice\, The Rite of Spring is an electrifying theatrical experience—raw\, urgent\, and unforgettable. This revival promises to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression. \nBuy your tickets now—you won’t want to miss this bold centerpiece of our Spring season alongside thrilling new works and revivals.  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/chicago-repertory-ballet-spring-series/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Dance,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T205719Z
CREATED:20260121T190402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T205719Z
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SUMMARY:BAC 59th Anniversary Gala: A Night of Glitz\, Glamor and All That Jazz
DESCRIPTION:SPONSOR THE GALA HERE!\n\nBAC 59th Anniversary Gala: A Night of Glitz\, Glamor and All That Jazz\nApril 25th\, 2026  \n7pm-10pm \nRegular Price – $150  \nPatrons Under 30 – $100 \nGolden Age Patrons Over 65  – $100 \nIt will be a hot night and some swinging jazz with the coolest cats in town! Join us on April 25 for the Beverly Arts Center 59th Annual Auction: Bev Beats: Southside Streets — A Night of Glitz\, Glamor and All That Jazz! Paint the town red with Cocktails\, Music & Dancing\, Savories and Sweets\, and Live & Silent Auctions. Get your tickets now! \nTickets are $100 if purchased before March 1st and $150 after March 1st. For Young Arts Patrons under 30 and Golden Age Patrons over 65\, a special ticket rate of $75 is available until March 1. \nEvent to take place at the Beverly Arts Center. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nVIEW SILENT AUCTION ITEMS HERE! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/bac-59th-anniversary-gala-a-night-of-glitz-glamor-and-all-that-jazz/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gala,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260210T213643Z
CREATED:20260209T222700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T213643Z
UID:16464-1776366000-1776618000@thebeverlyartscenter.com
SUMMARY:BAC Youth Theatre Company Presents Singin' in the Rain JR.
DESCRIPTION:BAC Youth Theatre Company Presents \nSingin’ in the Rain JR.\nPerformances: April 16th & April 17th @ 7:00pm\, April 18th & April 19th @ 3:00pm  \nDirected by Carrie Hartman  \nNon-members $15 \nMembers – $13 \nSingin’ in the Rain JR. has all the makings of a Tinseltown tabloid headline — the starlet\, the leading man and a love affair that could change lives and make or break careers! In silent movies\, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are a hot item\, but behind the scenes\, things aren’t always as they appear on the big screen! Meanwhile\, Lina’s squeaky voice might be the end of her career in “talking pictures” without the help of a talented young actress to do the talking and singing for her. \nThe “Greatest Movie Musical of All Time” is faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green\, from their original award-winning screenplay in Singin’ in the Rain JR. Hilarious situations\, snappy dialogue and a hit-parade score of Hollywood standards make Singin’ in the Rain JR. a guaranteed good time for performers and audience members alike. (From Music Theatre International) \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE: 
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/singin-in-the-rain-jr/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Shows,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260321T221806Z
CREATED:20260321T213957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T221806Z
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SUMMARY:7Metrix Presents: I Heard the City Breathe
DESCRIPTION:7Metrix Presents: I Heard the City Breathe\nShort Film + Gallery Exhibition\nExhibit Reception: Saturday\, April 11th\, 2026\, 6pm-8pm \nRuns Friday\, April 6th – May 1st\, 2026.  \nProduced by Brian Sykes (7Metrix). Featuring new music\, video and photography created in collaboration with ISPro Academy high school students and ISPro Music Artists. \nI Heard the City Breathe is rooted in the Black experience. This immersive exhibit brings the story of Chicago to life with sound\, image and memory. \nMore than a premier\, it’s a homecoming: a dedication and homage to the Southside roots that helped shape Brian’s creative voice and ultimately sparked this work. \n  \nArtist Statement: \nMy name is Brian Sykes\, and I am writing to propose a presentation of my collaborative project\,\n“I Heard The City Breathe”\, at the Beverly Art Center on April 11. This work is a short film and\ngallery-style exhibition rooted in the Black experience of Chicago. Through visual art\, music\,\nand storytelling\, the project reflects the emotional\, cultural\, and historical realities of the city\nwhile honoring the voices of the communities that continue to shape it. Presenting this work at\nBeverly Art Center would be more than an exhibition opportunity for me—it would be a deeply\nmeaningful homecoming. \nAs a Saint Xavier University alumnus\, many of the seeds for this work were planted during my\ntime as a student. When I arrived at Saint Xavier\, I was still learning how to process the\nexperiences I carried as a young Black man from the South Side of Chicago. I was surrounded by\npain\, trauma\, beauty\, culture\, and contradiction\, but I had not yet fully learned how to translate\nthose realities into artistic language. My time at Saint Xavier helped me begin that process. It\nwas there that I was challenged to trust my voice\, embrace vulnerability\, and understand that my\nlived experience was worthy of artistic exploration. \nA number of mentors played a critical role in that transformation. Nathan Peck\, Monte Gerlach\,\nCathy Saunders\, and Jane Hileman helped guide me through the artistic and emotional process of\ncreating deeply personal work. Dr. Jan Bickel of the Music Department helped me reconnect\nwith my voice and confidence in music\, while Michael Grimm of Production Services\ncontributed to the broader environment that encouraged me to think across disciplines and\nexplore multiple forms of expression. Their investment in me was not only academic—it was\npersonal\, affirming\, and life-shaping. \nOut of that period came my 2014 series\, “Inner-City Madness”\, one of the earliest bodies of\nwork in which I fully confronted the effects of poverty\, trauma\, and inner-city violence on Black\nchildren and families in Chicago. That series was deeply connected to my own psychological\nexperiences and became the first true foundation of my artistic voice. It was later given its first\nsolo exhibition by Amy Roach at the Beverly Art Center\, making Beverly one of the first\ninstitutions to publicly affirm my work. That experience has stayed with me ever since.\nReturning now with I Heard The City Breathe would represent a full-circle moment—not only as\nan artist returning to a meaningful space\, but as someone bringing back a more developed\,\ncollaborative\, and community-rooted vision. \nSince then\, my work has grown across multiple disciplines\, including music\, education\,\nmentorship\, and creative entrepreneurship. I began to work for Marlon King of Insomniac\nStudios. Through my partnership with Marlon King\, I expanded my skills in music production\,\nproject management\, artist development\, and music business\, and together we co-founded ISPro\nAcademy. Through ISPro Academy\, we have created pathways for high school students\, young \nadults\, and emerging creatives to learn audio engineering\, music production\, and music business\,\nwhile connecting them to real-world opportunities and mentorship throughout Chicago. \n  \nThat work has led to partnerships with a range of respected institutions and organizations\,\nincluding the Chicago Symphony Orchestra\, Museum of Science and Industry\, Hyde Park Art\nCenter\, Chicago West Community Music Center\, Elastic Arts\, Navy Pier\, Walter Payton High\nSchool\, and the Center for Creative Entrepreneurship. Some of the projects I have been honored\nto take part in include creating 30 minutes of original music for an 11-piece string ensemble for\nthe Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s Soundpost Renaissance Remix Fashion Show\, leading\nworkshops through the Museum of Science and Industry’s Black Creativity Career Showcase and\nScience Works Audio Engineering Workshop\, and helping support professional development\nprogramming such as the Center for Creative Entrepreneurship’s Music Bloom series and\nmusic-industry meetups focused on publishing\, branding\, networking\, and artist growth.\nAll of those experiences have come together in I Heard The City Breathe. Supported by the\nDCASE Individual Artist Grant and the Illinois Arts Council Creative Catalyst Grant\, the project\nbrings together youth\, adult artists\, and community collaborators in an intergenerational\nreflection on the Black experience of Chicago. It is both a personal artistic statement and a\ncollective offering—one that honors memory\, struggle\, beauty\, survival\, and creative legacy. \nPresenting “I Heard The City Breathe” at the Beverly Art Center on April 11 would allow me to\nreturn to the place that first gave my work a public home and share how that journey has\nevolved. It would honor the mentors and institutions that helped shape me\, while also offering a\nnew generation of artists and audiences a chance to experience a work grounded in truth\,\ncollaboration\, and the spirit of Chicago. It would be an honor to bring this project to Beverly Art\nCenter and continue the story in a space that has already meant so much to my artistic life. \nSincerely\, \nBrian Sykes
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/7metrix-presents-i-heard-the-city-breathe/
LOCATION:Simmerling Gallery
CATEGORIES:Art Gallery,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T210000
DTSTAMP:20260321T180908Z
CREATED:20260321T180908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T180908Z
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SUMMARY:Ridge Historical Society Fundraiser: The Architectural Beauty of the Far South and Southwest
DESCRIPTION:The Architectural Beauty of the Far South and Southwest \nApril 10th\, 2026 @ 7:00pm in the Baffes Theatre \n$25 \nLee Bey will discuss the remarkably beautiful and largely unsung architecture of the far South and Southwest Sides of Chicago\, which are home to lesser-known but important work by luminary architects such as Jeanne Gang\, Frank Lloyd Wright\, and Eero Saarinen\, as well as buildings by pioneering black architects such as Walter T. Bailey\, John Moutoussamy\, and Roger Margerum.Contrary to popular narratives that typically ignore the great architectural heritage of Chicago’s South Side\, Bey will detail the beautiful and intact buildings and neighborhoods that reflect the value and potential of the area. His presentation will offer much to delight and intrigue even those familiar with the South Side.Event Proceeds from this fundraiser event will benefit RHS.Get tickets online (Ticketing is not through Beverly Arts Center and so BAC memberships do not apply): https://bit.ly/RHS-leeAbout Lee BeyLee Bey is the award-winning architecture critic for the Chicago Sun-Times. His writing\, and photography on architecture and urban design have been featured in many news outlets\, architectural journals\, and international design publications.Bey is the author of the much-praised book Southern Exposure: The Overlooked Architecture of Chicago’s South Side\, which showcases his architectural photography and social commentary\, and he is the main photographer of the book. Who is the City For? Architecture\, Equity and the Public Realm in Chicago\, written by Blair Kamin.Bey\, an adjunct professor at the Illinois Institute of Technology College of Architecture\, is expert in Chicago history and late 20th century Black history. A sought-after speaker\, he previously was director of media and government affairs for the Chicago office of SOM\, executive director of the Chicago Central Area Committee\, and deputy chief of staff for architecture and urban planning under Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley.
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/ridge-historical-society-fundraiser-the-architectural-beauty-of-the-far-south-and-southwest/
LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T220000
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SUMMARY:Motor City: The Motown Review
DESCRIPTION:  \nMotor City: The Motown Review\nApril 3rd\, 2026 @ 7:30pm \nNEW SHOW ADDED! April 4th\, 2026 @ 2:00pm \nApril 4th\, 2026 @ 7:30pm  \nNon-members – $35 \nMembers – $32 \nStep back in time with Motor City “ The Motown Review”. Experience the Soul of a Generation\,\njoin us for an electrifying evening that pays tribute to the legendary sounds of Motown! Our\ntalented cast brings to life the unforgettable hits of your favorite artists\, including:\n• The Supremes\n• Marvin Gaye\n• The Four Tops\n• Tammi Terrell\n• Smokey Robinson and The Miracles\n• Martha and The Vandellas\n• Mary Wells\n• The Temptations\nA Night of Classics\, prepare for a spectacular show filled with timeless hits\, stunning\nperformances\, elaborate costuming and a journey through the Motown era. From soulful\nballads to danceable grooves\, our revue captures the essence of the Motown sound that\nchanged music forever! Incredible performances of classics like “Ain’t No Mountain High\nEnough” “My Girl”\, “Stop! In the Name of Love”\, “Dancing In The Street” to name a few! A live\nband that will keep you grooving all night long! Engaging choreography that brings the energy\nand spirit of the 60s and 70s! Gather your friends and family for a night of nostalgia and joy.\nWhether you’re a lifelong Motown fan or new to these iconic sounds\, this show promises to be\nan unforgettable experience don’t miss out!
Let the magic of Motown take you away and let\nthe good times roll with the sounds of Motor City! \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/motorcity-the-motown-review/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T163000
DTSTAMP:20260210T204539Z
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SUMMARY:CSO Chamber Music - Strings of Heritage: Mozart\, Stanford\, and the Spirit of Ireland
DESCRIPTION:CSO Chamber Music Presents\nStrings of Heritage: Mozart\, Stanford\, and the Spirit of Ireland\nSaturday\, March 14th @ 2pm  \nNon-members $35 \nMembers $32  \nChicago Symphony Orchestra Chamber Music comes to the BAC! Join Danny Jehun Jin (violin)\, Matous Michal (violin)\, Danny Lai (viola)\, and Olivia Jakyoung Huh (cello) for an afternoon that bridges classical brilliance and Celtic soul. \nThe program opens with Mozart’s String Quartet No. 15 in D minor\, K.421\, one of his most expressive and dramatic chamber works. Written as part of his “Haydn” quartets\, it moves between storm and serenity\, revealing Mozart’s gift for emotional storytelling through perfect form—characterized by Arnold Schoenberg as “prose-like.” \nThe focus then turns to Charles Stanford\, whose music fuses the lyricism of Irish folk song with the elegance of late Romantic style. In his Six Irish Folk Songs\, Stanford’s imaginative storytelling shines\, portraying emotions from seething vengeance to tender love. His String Quartet No. 1 in G major\, Op. 44 dazzles with rich textures and intertwining themes blending classical elegance with Stanford’s own romantic voice. \nThe afternoon concludes with a beloved encore\, “Danny Boy\,” a timeless melody that echoes the program’s central theme: the power of music to carry emotion\, memory\, and cultural identity across centuries. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/cso-chamber-music-strings-of-heritage-mozart-stanford-and-the-spirit-of-ireland/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260320T214435Z
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SUMMARY:Cheers to the South Side: A South Side Irish Pub Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Cheers to the South Side: A South Side Irish Pub Exhibit\nBy Kelly White\nExhibit Opening: Friday\, March 13th\, 6pm-8pm \nRuns through April 30th. \nKelly White is a Chicago-based photojournalist\, feature news reporter\, editor\, and visual storyteller with two decades of experience capturing life through both words and images. Born and raised on the South Side of Chicago\, Kelly draws inspiration from her hometown’s neighborhoods and community spirit\, which infuse her writing and photography with authenticity and nostalgia. \nA graduate of Saint Xavier University\, Kelly began her career at The Xavierite\, the university’s newspaper\, and has contributed to major publications including the Daily Southtown\, the Chicago Tribune\, and numerous regional outlets. She currently works as an editor and photojournalist at Southwest Regional Publishing. Her photography spans portrait\, event\, and editorial work\, capturing both intimate moments and vibrant community life with clarity and emotion. \nKelly’s deep connection to Chicago’s South Side inspired her latest exhibition\, Cheers to the Southside\, a South Side Irish Pub Exhibit celebrating the cultural heartbeat of the community. The exhibit is on display at the Beverly Arts Center through April. \n  \nBar provided. Music performed by Ethan Sellers.
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/cheers-to-the-south-side-a-south-side-irish-pub-exhibit/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Art Gallery,Exhibit Opening,Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T220000
DTSTAMP:20251010T212356Z
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SUMMARY:American English: Beatles Tribute
DESCRIPTION:American English: Beatles Tribute\nSaturday\, March 7th\, 2026 @ 7:30pm \n$35 – Non-members \n$32 – Members  \nExperience the timeless music of the Fab Four with American English\, Chicago’s premier Beatles tribute band. Known for their meticulous attention to detail\, authentic instrumentation\, and spot-on harmonies\, American English recreates the sights and sounds of a classic Beatles concert. From early hits like “I Want to Hold Your Hand” to later masterpieces like “Let It Be\,” this show is a nostalgic journey through the music that defined a generation. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening at the Beverly Arts Center! \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE
URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/american-journey-beatles-tribute/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Shows
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