Entertainment This Week

Now Playing in Indiana:

March 7th, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Munster Parks & Recreation, Home Improvement Fair. Wilbur Wright Middle School, Cafeteria Entrance, 8650 Columbia Ave., Munster. Free & open to the public. FYI (219) 836-7275 or www.munster.org

March 7th, Doors open at 7:00 pm, Boy George & Culture Club, Hard Rock Live, Hard Rock Casino, 5400 West 29th Ave. (I 80-94@Burr), Gary. All reserved seating. 21 and older. Tickets start at $84.35. FYI www.ticketmaster.com.

March 7th, 7:00 - 11:00 pm ET, Riley Children's Foundation presents Red for Our Kids presented by Republic Airways, JPS Events 211 N. Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis, IN $300. FYI https://give.rileykids.org/event/red-for-our-kids-2026/e701415?utm_source=mcae&utm_medium=email&utm_term=windm&utm_content=em01&utm_campaign=red26&c_src=email&c_src2=red26_windm_em01

March 7th, 9:00 pm, DJ Slash, Council Oak Bar Stage, Hard Rock Casino, 5400 West 29th Ave. (I 80-94@Burr), Gary. 21 and older. Free. FYI 219-228-2383 or https://www.hardrockcasinonorthernindiana.com/

March 7th, 9:00 pm, The Spazmatics, Hard Rock Cafe Stage, Hard Rock Casino, 5400 West 29th Ave. (I 80-94@Burr), Gary. 21 and older. Free. FYI 219-228-2383 or https://www.hardrockcasinonorthernindiana.com/

March 8th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET, Opening Reception: A legacy retrospective of works by the late Buchanan, Michigan-based painter Joseph E. Lemay. The program will include a special reflection by his daughter Monroe Lemay‑Emerick. Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley, 3202 Shalom Way, South Bend. Light refreshments. FYI www.TheJewishFed.org/Lemay.

March 8th, 3:00 pm, The New World, La Porte County Symphony Orchestra, Holdcraft Performing Arts Center, 1200 Spring Street, Michigan City, IN. FYI (219) 362-9020 or www.lcso.net

March 8th, 3:00 pm, Tied Up in Knotts! Featuring Karen Knotts, Theatre at the Center, Center for Visual & Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster. $40. FYI (219) 836-3255 ext. 1 or www.theatreatthecenter.com

March 8th, Doors open at 7:00 pm, Fey: Hits Tour 30 Anos, Hard Rock Live, Hard Rock Casino, 5400 West 29th Ave. (I 80-94@Burr), Gary. All reserved seating. 21 and older. Tickets start at $78.80. FYI www.ticketmaster.com.

March 9th, 10:00 am, Art in Focus: Water Lilies—Monet’s Later Years, South Shore Arts, Center for Visual & Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster. Free. FYI (219) 836-1839 or www.southshoreartsonline.org

Ongoing Exhibits/Events

Through March 8th, Savor the South Shore Restaurant Weeks, 14-day culinary celebration, more than 30 local restaurants will offer specially priced three-course meals or exclusive menu deals showcasing their signature flavors. Use the South Shore Passport App to win a prize. FYI savorthesouthshore.com.

Through March 14th, Mark Makers, An exhibition on contemporary drawing featuring Steven Assael, Anthony Adcock, Adrian Barquero, Christopher Ganz, Madeline Winter, Tim Lowly, Mary Porterfield, Don Yang, and Mary Borgman, South Shore Arts, Atrium Gallery, Center for Visual & Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster. Free. FYI (219) 836-1839 or www.southshoreartsonline.org

Through March 15th, Colors of Culture: A Celebration of Black Creativity a youth-led Black History Month art exhibit spotlighting the voice and vision of young artists ages 13–24. Marshall J. Gardner Art Center, 540 S. Lake Street, (Miller Beach) Gary. FYI www.millerbeacharts.org

Through March 16th, Chesterton Art Center presents In Conversation: The Annual Teen Arts Group Exhibition. Red Cup Café, 117 Broadway Ave, Chesterton. FYI (219) 926-4711 or www.ChestertonArt.org.

Through March 26th, Thursday, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, Munster Parks & Recreation, Line Dancing w \ Dancin' Deeva. Lions Club Social Center, 8751 Lions Club Dr, Munster. Bring a water bottle & wear shoes you can slide in. $75, R $72, KA $70. FYI (219) 836-7275 or www.munster.org

Through March 31st, Chesterton Art Center presents Dorothy Graden: Conn219-874-4900ection. Westchester Public Library, Thomas Branch, 200 W. Indiana Ave, Chesterton. Free. FYI (219) 926-4711 or www.ChestertonArt.org

Through June 5th, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm ET, Monday through Friday. A legacy retrospective of works by the late Buchanan, Michigan-based painter Joseph E. Lemay. Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley, 3202 Shalom Way, South Bend. FYI www.TheJewishFed.org/Lemay.

Through June 14th, Cosmic Connections, featuring the work of Ravi Arupa, Megan Greene and Michiko Itatani. Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd Street at the lakefront, Michigan City. Free. FYI (219) 874-4900 or www.LubeznikCenter.org.

Now Playing in Illinois

March 7th, 1:00 - 5:00 pm, Jam Deejays Wintry Vinyl Sessions, GMan Tavern, 3740 N. Clark, Chicago. 21 & over. Free. FYI https://gmantavern.com/

March 7th, 2:00 & 7:30 pm, GovState & Performance Arts Studies: All That Jazz, The Center for Performing Arts, Governors State University, 1 University Drive, University Park. FYI https://www.govst.edu/cpa-events/

March 7th, 5:00 & 7:15 pm, Trae Crowder, The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago. $27-$55. FYI (773) 697-3830 or www.thedentheatre.com.

March 7th, 7:00 pm, Chicago Sinfonietta, Ignite 2025-26, Still I Rise: Women's History Month, Harris Theatre for Music & Dance, 205 E. Randolph, Chicago. FYI https://chicagosinfonietta.org/open-heart/,

March 7th, 7:00 & 9:00 pm, Chicago Gay Men's Chorus presents Lipstick & Lyrics: Bette, Barbra & Beyoncé, Center on Halsted, 3656 N Halsted St,, Chicago. $30-$75. FYI cgmc.org/lnl

March 7th, 7:00 pm, Bridget Everett: Big Titties, Big Dreams, Riviera Theatre, 4746 N. Racine, Chicago. FYI www.ticketmaster.com

March 7th, 7:30 pm, The Ten Tenors, Belushi Performance Hall, McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Boulevard, Glen Ellyn. FYI (630) (630) 942-4000 or https://atthemac.org/shows/

March 7th, 7:30 pm, flights for future generations - Devised & performed by Lindsey Barlag Thompson, Steppenwolf's LookOut Series Spring 2026 Season, Steppenwolf's 1700 Theater, 1700 N. Halsted, Chicago. $23. FYI (312) 335-1650 or steppenwolf.org/lookout

March 7th, 7:30 pm, March 8th, 3:00 pm, Turn It Out with Tyler Peck & Friends, Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago. FYI https://www.auditoriumtheatre.org/events/detail/tiler-peck-friends-902500

March 7th, 8:00 pm, Lucy Darling: You're Welcome with special guest Mark Ettinger, Chicago Theater, 175 N. State Street, Chicago. Tickets start at $57. FYI www.ticketmaster.com

March 7th, 8:00 pm, Jam Presents Peaches - No Lube So Rude Tour with Special Guest Cortisa Star, The Vic Theatre, 3145 N. Sheffield, Chicago. 18 & over. FYI www.axs.com

March 7th, 8:00 pm, The Early November & HelloGoodbye: 20 Years Young, Chop Shop, 2033 W. North Avenue, Chicago. 18 & over. $47.44. FYI www.dice.fm

March 7th, 8:00 pm, Pat McGee Band with Natalie Lynch, SPACE, 1245 Chicago Avenue, Evanston. $33.90 - $47.17 (includes fees and taxes). FYI www.ticketweb.com

March 7th, 8:00 pm, Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour, Coronado Theatre, 314 N Main St, Rockford, IL FYI www.ticketmaster.com

March 7th, 9:00 pm, Ricky Chilton, Reggie's Music Joint, 2105 South State Street, Chicago. 21 & over. $20.87. FYI www.ticketweb.com

March 8th, 12:00 pm, DJ Raphi's 2026 USA Hype Tour, Outset, 1675 N. Elston, Chicago. Tickets start at $42. FYI www.ticketmaster.com

March 8th, 2:00 pm, Lord of Rings Drag Brunch, Chicago Improv, 5 Woodfield Mall K120B, Schaumburg. 21 & over. $33.34-$52.62. FYI www.ticketweb.com

March 8th, 3:00 pm, Orion Ensemble Concert 3 (followed by Spring Benefit), world premiere created for Orion by Ephraim Champion, along with Ludwig van Beethoven’s Trio in B-flat Major for Clarinet, Cello and Piano, Op. 11, and Anton Arensky’s Trio in D minor for Violin, Cello and Piano, Op. 32. New England Congregational Church, 406 W. Galena Boulevard, Aurora. $30, Seniors (65+) $25, Students (13+) $15; children (12 & under) free. FYI (630) 628-9591 or orionensemble.org.

March 8th, 3:30 & 7:00 pm, Max Amini, The Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State Street, Chicago. 13 & over. Tickets start at $57. www.ticketmaster.com

March 8th, 6:00 pm, Jam Presents Nimish Patel: With All Due Respect Tour, The Vic Theatre, 3145 N. Sheffield, Chicago. FYI www.axs.com

March 8th, 6:00 pm, Riot Fest Presents Angel Du$t, Big Boy, Bad Beat, Bottom Lounge, 1375 W. Lake St., Chicago. 17 & over. $33.93. FYI www.ticketweb.com

March 8th, 6:30 pm, OHO Productions present Swanky by Sindhu Vee, Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 E Randolph St, Chicago. Tickets start at $65. FYI www.ticketmaster.com

March 8th, 7:15 pm, Liza Treyger, The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago. $22-$40. FYI (773) 697-3830 or www.thedentheatre.com.

Ongoing Exhibits/Events

Daily. 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, Hershey Super Sweet Adventure is an immersive, story-driven experience where guests become “Sweet Seekers in Training”, unlocking the wonder behind Hershey’s most iconic candies through hands-on games, challenges, and activities. Water Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago. Tickets start at $24.99. Ticket options include timed entry, flexible entry, discounted bundles, birthday party packages and more. FYI www.HersheySuperSweetAdventure.com.

Daily every 20-30 minutes, Big Bus Tours’ Hop-On Hop-Off experience, Service begins at Chicago Riverwalk, 98 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago @ 10:00 am; last bus departs @ 5:00 pm. Adults $49.50, Children 3 - 12 $35. Advance ticket purchase recommended. FYI www.bigbustours.com

Through March 7th, Greektown Chicago presents Greektown Restaurant Week, Special food and drink offers at popular Greek restaurants and bars along South Halsted Street in Greektown. FYI GreektownChicago.org.

Through March 8th, North Side Restaurant Week. Rogers Park Business Alliance (RPBA) unites with Albany Park Chamber of Commerce, Edgewater Chamber of Commerce, Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, and Northcenter Chamber of Commerce. FYI northsiderestaurantweek.org.

Through March 20th, Black and Highly Flavored, UP Comedy Club, The Second City, 230 W. North Avenue, Chicago. Tickets start at $39. FYI (312) 337-3992 or www.secondcity.com

Through April 5th, Infinity Experiences presents VR Experiences, The Last Stronghold, Horizon of Khufu & Life Chronicles, EXP Rosemont, 9900 Berwyn Avenue, Rosemont. Timed-entry tickets start at $27. FYI www.EXPRosemont.com.

Through April 27th, Living with Modernism: Kelli Connell, Elmhurst Art Museum, 150 South Cottage Hill Avenue, Elmhurst. Adults $18 (ages 18+), Seniors $15, Students $10, Children $5. FYI (630) 834-0202 or elmhurstartmuseum.org.

Through April 30th, 7:30 pm, Dennis Watkins in partnership with the Goodman Theatre & Petterino's announces The Magic Parlor with Dennis Watkins, 50 W. Randolph, Chicago. $85 ($115 for performance + encore experience). FYI (312) 443-3800 or TheMagicParlourChicago.com.

Through November 2026, AMERICAN PROPHETS: WRITERS, RELIGION, AND CULTURE, American Writers Museum, 180 N. Michigan Ave., 2nd Floor, Chicago. Museum hours are Monday, Thursday—Sunday, 10 AM—5 PM. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Adults $16, Seniors, Students & Teachers $10, Members & children ages 12 and under free. FYI (312) 374-8790 or AmericanWritersMuseum.org

Open Run, 113th Mainstage Revue, This Too Shall Slap, The Second City, 230 W. North Avenue, Chicago. FYI (312) 337-3992 or www.secondcity.com.

Open Run, The Second City's e.t.c. 49th Revue, The Second City, 230 W. North Avenue, Chicago. FYI (312) 337-3992 or www.secondcity.com.

**** Open Year Round, Sunday to Thursday, 11:00 am - 8:00 pm; Friday & Saturday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm (Timed Entrances Every 15 Minutes), Flyover Chicago, Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. $24.95 Adults; $19.95 Military; $14.95 Children 13 & under. Children must be at least 40" (102 cm) tall. Children (13 and under) must be accompanied by an adult or guardian (14 years or older). FYI www.ExperienceFlyover.com/Chicago.

At Chicago Magic Lounge

Open Run, Mondays at 7:00 pm, The Close-Up Show, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $35. FYI (312) 366-4500 or chicagomagiclounge.com.

Open Run, Tuesdays at 7:00 pm, The Showcase, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $37.50-$42. FYI (312) 366-4500 or chicagomagiclounge.com.

Open Run, Wednesdays, 7:00 pm, Artist in Residence Series, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $40. FYI (312) 366-4500 or chicagomagiclounge.com.

Open Run, Thursdays through Sundays at 7:00 pm, Fridays & Saturdays at 10:00 pm, Sundays at 4:00 pm, The Signature Show, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $55-$89.50. FYI (312) 366-4500 or chicagomagiclounge.com.

Open Run, Select Sundays at 3:00 pm, Family Show, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $35-$40 (standard), $45-$50 (front row). FYI (312) 366-4500 or chicagomagiclounge.com.

Entertainment This Week