If you're a theater fan, mark your calendars: There's plenty to do when it comes to stage performances in Chicago this week, from a master illusionist to a performance from the Blue Man Group.
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Dopamine with Jeanette Andrews
From the event description:
Join us as we welcome the return of master illusionist, Jeanette Andrews, in the grand Hall of Immortals at the International Museum of Surgical Science. The International Museum of Surgical Science presents magician, artist and sensory illusionist, Jeanette Andrews for this literally magical performance.
When: Thursday, Oct. 24, 6:30-9 p.m.
Where: International Museum of Surgical Science, 1524 N. Lake Shore Drive
Price: $30 for IMSS members; $50 for general admission
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Red Talk 'Scary Stories'
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A free evening of spoken word, poetry, stories, and performance art.
When: Friday, Oct. 25, 8-11 p.m.
Where: Red Tape Theatre, 4546 N. Western Ave.
Price: Free
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Teatro ZinZanni: 'Love, Chaos & Dinner'
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Teatro ZinZanni is a whirlwind of international cirque, comedy and cabaret served with a multi-course feast. Described as the “Kit Kat Klub on acid,” the fast-paced action unfolds around, above and alongside you as world-class acrobats, musicians, divas, illusionists, madmen and aerialists fill the intimate Spiegeltent ZaZou, a unique jewel box mirror tent.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 23, 7 p.m.
Where: Spiegeltent ZaZou - Cambria Hotel Chicago Loop, 32 W. Randolph St.
Price: $89-$178
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'Drunk Shakespeare'
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A self-proclaimed "drinking club with a Shakespeare problem," the merry members of the Drunk Shakespeare Society invite you to join a night of suds and sonnets, cocktails and couplets, booze and ... well, you get the idea. As one member of this talented cast of lead-livered actors imbibes more than their fair share of liquid courage, an outrageous evening of theater ensues as they attempt to lead the rest of the cast through a Shakespeare story in just over one hour.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 23, 8 p.m.
Where: The Lounge at The Lion, 182 N. Wabash Ave.
Price: $20-$45
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Blue Man Group Chicago
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Who'd have guessed that a group of silent bald blue men would become some of America's most loved entertainers? Turns out, we all need a little silliness in our lives and the Blue Man Group is happy to provide. Paint will splatter, confetti will fly and you'll be having the time of your life.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 23, 8 p.m.
Where: Briar Street Theatre, 3133 N. Halsted
Price: $39.75
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