February 17, 2012
FRIDAYThe Arts
| 7:00 pm | Blue Man Group.  Performances feature three enigmatic bald and blue characters who take the audience through a multi-sensory experience that comb… Briar Street Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 773-348-4000 |
| 7:30 pm | The Joffrey Ballet - On The Threshold. "On The Threshold" performed by The Joffrey Ballet. Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. (Performance - Ballet). 312-922-2110 |
| 7:30 pm | South Pacific. This Rodgers & Hammerstein classic is the story of two couples and how their happiness is threatened by the realities of war an… Cadillac Palace Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-384-1502 |
| 7:30 pm | American Idiot. A Broadway musical about American punk rock band Green Day. The schedule at Oriental Theatre - Ford Center for the Performing Ar… Ford Center for the Performing Arts. (Performance - Musical). 312-977-1700 |
| 7:30 pm | Show Boat. A two act musical with music by Jerome Kern and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. Civic Opera House. (Arts - Opera). 312-419-0033 |
| 8:00 pm | Put the Nuns in Charge!. In this sequel to the hit comedy, Late Nite Catechism, Sister is back in the classroom taking on everything from cell phones to… Royal George Theatre. (Performance - Show Comedy). 312-988-9000 |
| 8:00 pm | Million Dollar Quartet. A musical inspired by the famed 1956 recording session that brought together four of the most legendary figures in the history o… Apollo Theater Chicago. (Performance - Musical). 773-935-6100 |
| 8:00 pm | The Doyle And Debbie Show. Performing all their top hits. Royal George Theatre. (Performance). 312-988-9000 |
| 8:00 pm | Preservation Hall Jazz Band. Preservation Hall Jazz Band performs live. Symphony Center. (Arts - Concert - Classical / Symphony). 312-294-3333 |
| 8:30 pm | Gypsy. Gypsy is based on the memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee, a famous burlesque stripper The schedule shown may not list all performances; P… Drury Lane Theatre and Conference Center. (Performance - Musical). 630-530-8300 |
| 9:00 pm | Karl Denson's Tiny Universe. Performing live. Park West. (Arts - Concerts). 312-929-5959 |
| 10:30 pm | Baby Wants Candy. Accompanied by a full band, Baby Wants Candy improvised 60 minute musical created on the spot. Apollo Theater Chicago. (Performance - Musical). 773-935-6100 |
For Children
| 8:00 am- 6:00 pm | Open Play Days. Corner Playroom is a Parent/Caregiver supervised indoor play place for kids ages 6 months to 5 years. My Corner Playroom. (Kids - Children's Activities). 773-388-2121 |
| 10:00 am | Studio Drop In. Each session will explore alternating math, science, and art-related projects that support a different learning theme each month. The DuPage Children's Museum. (Kids - Children's Activities). 630-637-8000 |
| 1:00 pm | Studio Drop In. Each session will explore alternating math, science, and art-related projects that support a different learning theme each month. The DuPage Children's Museum. (Kids - Children's Activities). 630-637-8000 |
Community
| 6:00 am- 7:30 am | Silent Sitting. The thoughts and feelings that might arise during the silent sitting are simply to be allowed to pass by without engaging oursel… Inner Metamorphosis University - IMU. (Community - Self Help). 773-262-1468 |
| 11:00 am- 3:00 pm | Bikes, Bites, & Brews Tour. Working up an appetite won't be a problem on this tour! We'll be sampling from each of Chicago's four favorite food groups -- p… Bobby's Bike Hike - Chicago Tours. (Educational - Bike Tour). 312-915-0995 |
| 6:30 pm | The Masquerade Ball. You and your "masked" friends will have a blast as you enjoy drinks, dinner and great entertainment...all to help support the ch… Chicago Metro Area. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit). 630-786-1763 |
| 7:00 pm | PAWS Chicago's Sixth Annual Animal Magnetism. Animal Magnetism is a pet-friendly event for local Chicagoans to connect with their friends and furry loved ones while enjoying… Galleria Marchetti. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit). 773-890-5118 |
| Judy Istock Butterfly Haven. The Judy Istock Butterfly Haven features a kaleidoscope of butterflies with 75 species from around the world. Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| River Works. Splash through this waterplay experience and learn about Chicago's waterways and how they support plants, animals, and humans. Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| Mysteries of the Marsh. Explore the variety of local wetlands and the creatures that live there and find out why these increasingly scarce species are s… Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| Wilderness Walk. Three meticulously re-created environments in Wilderness Walk immerse visitors in a prairie, savanna, and dune complete with tru… Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| Hands-on Habitat. Hands-on Habitat invites budding naturalists (ages 3 - 7) to explore the secret world of animal homes. Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| The Extreme Green House. The Extreme Green House explains how our homes are linked to nature and offers recycling tips. Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| Istock Family Look-in Animal Lab. A detailed look at our native wetlands and their residents. Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 |
Nightlife
| 7:00 pm | MuteMath. Performing live. House of Blues Chicago. (Nightlife - Live Music). 312-923-2000 |
| 7:00 pm | Drivin' N' Cryin'. Performing live. Schubas. (Nightlife - Live Music). 773-525-2508 |
| 8:00 pm | Bye Bye Liver: The Chicago Drinking Play. Outrageous interactive comedy revolving around the joys and pitfalls of boozing in the windy city. Yep, it's just as fun as it… Pub Theater at Fizz Bar. (Nightlife - Comedy). 773-904-8777 |
| 10:00 pm | Bye Bye Liver: The Chicago Drinking Play. Outrageous interactive comedy revolving around the joys and pitfalls of boozing in the windy city. Yep, it's just as fun as it… Pub Theater at Fizz Bar. (Nightlife - Comedy). 773-904-8777 |
| 10:00 pm | Daedelus - Emancipator - Little People at The Mid. Daedelus - Emancipator - Little People performing live at The Mid. The Mid Chicago. (Nightlife - Live Music). 312-733-9443 |
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