“A Journey Through Time: The History of Little Women in Chicago”

Strawdog Theatre Company proudly presents the adaptation of Eric Kimmel’s classic children’s book “Goblins” by Michael Dailey and Jacob Combs, directed by Hannah Todd. Running from December th – st at The Edge Off-Broadway theatre (located at W. Catalpa), admission to this festive event is free. In addition, Strawdog Theatre Company presents “The Christmas Schooner”, a musical by Julie Shannon and John Reeger about the turn-of-the-century shipping captain who brought Christmas trees to homesick German American families in Chicago. This acclaimed production is directed by David G. Zak, who also directed the world premiere back in at Bailiwick.

The Beverly Arts Center is proud to present the world premiere of Heather Chrisler’s adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s “Little Women,” a novel that follows the path of four March sisters: Jo (Shelby Lynn Bias), Meg (Stephanie Fongheiser), Beth (Jamie Herb), and Amy (Esther Fishbein). Melanie Keller will be directing this production which runs from December th to January th at Mayslake Peabody Estate in Oak Brook. Tickets are available now for $-$ and can be purchased at firstfolio.org.

From December -, esteemed performers N. Vincent Jordan, Jim Wynton, Dwight Neal and Colleen Perry will be accompanied by a live band at Black Ensemble Theater, N. Clark. Tickets are priced at $, and additional information can be found at blackensembletheater.org. Further, from December to January , Otherworld Theatre, N. Clark, will debut their immersive, high-fantasy journey “Tales from the Wandering Wyvern Inn” where whispers abound of an ancient town of warriors who await the appearance of the Mortal King. Tickets are $ and more details may be found at otherworldtheatre.org.

Join Ballet Chicago at the McAninch Arts Center, located on Fawell in Glen Ellyn, at & PM on December th. This reimagining of the holiday classic “The Nutcracker” blends the beauty of ballet with the energy of modern dance and hip-hop, sure to delight audience members of all ages. Tickets range from $ – $, and they can be purchased online at atthemac.org. An additional production will be held in Mandel Hall at the University of Chicago ( East thDecember th through th; tickets are priced between $ and $, and children aged and under can attend for free. Visit hydeparkdance.

The Music Institute of Chicago and Dance Chicago are proud to present their unique holiday show, “Duke It Out! Nutcracker,” combining Tchaikovsky’s classical score with the Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn version. Quintet Attacca and members of Braeburn Brass will provide the musical accompaniment for this captivating display of artistry and charm from December th through th at the Athenaeum Center, located at N. Southport. Tickets are available for purchase online at athenaeumcenter.org and range from $-$. At : p.m.

The widely acclaimed “King of Reggaeton”, credited with introducing the genre to audiences across the globe, is currently undertaking his farewell tour; “La Ultima Vuelta”. At two concerts at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont ( N. Mannheimon th and th December, he will be performing tunes from his swan-song album, “Legendaddy” as well as beloved favourites from his year career. Tickets start from $+ and can be purchased through Ticketmaster.com.

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In conclusion, the Music Institute of Chicago and Dance Chicago are thrilled to present the innovative “Duke It Out! Nutcracker,” an electrifying combination of classical music and swing-era jazz. Experience this unique collaboration from December th through th at the Athenaeum Center in Lincoln Park. Get your tickets now for a captivating display of artistry and charm, accompanied by Quintet Attacca and members of Braeburn Brass.