Entertainment This Week
Now Playing in Indiana:
May 13th, 6:45 pm, Opening Day, Cleburne Railroaders @ Gary SouthShore RailCats, The SteelYard, 1 Stadium Plaza, Gary. FYI www.railcatsbaseball.com
May 14th, 11:00 am - 6:45 pm, Munster Parks & Recreation Bus Trip: Paramount Theatre presents CATS, Aurora. Departs Community Park Softball Parking Lot. Trip # 13316 Fee: $112 R: $110 KA: $107. Registration deadline: April 4th. FYI (219) 836-7275 or www.munster.org
**** May 14th, 3:30 - 5:30 pm, Munster Parks & Recreation, Community-driven Pool Pride Clean-Up Day, Community Park Pool, 8837 Calumet Ave., Munster. Activities: Litter pick-up, Poolside landscaping, General maintenance & beautification. Food & drink for all volunteers! Free. FYI (219) 836-7275 or www.munster.org
May 15th, 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Munster Band Backers invites you to Munster Dairy Queen Grill and Chill, 830 Ridge Road, Munster. 20% of all sales go to Munster Bands. Bring flyer or bring Facebook page up on your phone @ https://www.facebook.com/events/1007251377534368
May 15th & 16th, 7:30 pm, A Salute to John Williams, Northwest Indiana Symphony with Kirk Muspratt, Living Hope Church, 9000 Taft Street, Merrillville/Crown Point. $45-$79. FYI (219) 836-0525 or www.NISOrchestra.org
May 16th, 6:30 - 11:30 pm, Divorced Dad Rock Festival w/Tributes to Creed, Nickelback, Breaking Benjamin, Gobsmack, STP & Velvet Revolver, The Art Theater, 230 Main Street, Hobart. $15. FYI https://brickartlive.com/events/list/
May 16th, 6:30 pm, Jazz Cafe featuring MHS Jazz Orchestra, WWMS Jazz Band, MHS Jazz Band, Wilbur Wright Middle School Cafeteria, 8650 Columbia Avenue, Munster. Baked Goods and Refreshments will be served. Open to the public. FYI https://www.facebook.com/events/525889787259846
May 16th, Doors open at 7:00 pm, George Lopez, Hard Rock Live, Hard Rock Casino, 5400 West 29th Ave. (I 80-94@Burr), Gary. All reserved seating. 21 and older. Tickets start at $59.50. FYI www.ticketmaster.com.
May 16th, 7:00 pm, Bad Momz of Comedy, Chicago Street Theatre, 154 Chicago Street, Valparaiso. Cash bar - beer & wine. $35. FYI https://chicagostreet.org/
May 16th, 8:00 pm, DJ Louie Diaz, Council Oaks 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/
May 16th, 9:00 pm, Latin Swing Factor, 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/
May 17th, 9:00 am - 7:00 pm, Opening Day, Vivid Creatures: Colorful Sculptures as Tall as Trees, The Morton Arboretum, 4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL. General admission including Vivid Creatures starts at $16.95 for tickets purchased in advance online. FYI mortonarb.org.
May 17th, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm ET, Historic Class, Wool Felting – Spring 2025, Wabash & Erie Canal Park 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, IN $79. FYI https://wabashanderiecanal.org/events/category/trades-classes/
May 17th, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ET, Historic Class, Shaving Horse – Spring 2025, Wabash & Erie Canal Park 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, IN $183. FYI https://wabashanderiecanal.org/events/category/trades-classes/
May 17th, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm ET, Historic Class, Weaving – Spring 2025, Wabash & Erie Canal Park 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, IN $38. FYI https://wabashanderiecanal.org/events/category/trades-classes/
May 17th, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, Collaged Printmaking–Chine Collé, Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts, 540 S. Lake Street, Gary. $25. Register at https://millerbeacharts.networkforgood.com/events/86067-collaged-printma...
May 17th, 5:30 - 11:00 pm, North West Indiana Parkinsons 10th Annual Dinner Dance, Center for Visual & Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster. $145. FY( (219) 237-2342
May 17th, Doors open at 7:00 pm, Chippendales, Hard Rock Live, Hard Rock Casino, 5400 West 29th Ave. (I 80-94@Burr), Gary. All reserved seating. 21 and older. Tickets start at $39.50. FYI www.ticketmaster.com.
May 17th, 8:00 - 11:00 pm, Yacht Rock Night with The Ron Burgundys, The Art Theater, 230 Main Street, Hobart. $22.30. FYI https://brickartlive.com/events/list/
May 17th, 8:00 pm, DJ Kevin Allen, Council Oaks 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/
May 17th, 9:00 pm, Nate Venturelli, 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/
May 18th, 7:00 pm, Film Night, Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts, 540 S. Lake Street, Gary. $10 at the door includes soda & popcorn. FYI www.millerbeacharts.org.
Ongoing Exhibits/Events
Through May 24th, Technicolor - A Group Invitational, South Shore Arts, Substation No. 9, 435 Fayette Street, Hammond. Free. FYI FYI (219) 836-1839 or www.southshoreartsonline.org
Through June 5th, 31st Annual Juried Art Exhibition, The Art Barn School of Art, 695 N 400 E., Valparaiso. Free. FYI www.artbarschool.org.
Through June 15th, Ordinary Wonders, a two-person exhibition elevating and celebrating domestic life. Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd Street, Michigan City. Free. FYI (219) 874-4900 or LubeznikCenter.org
Now Playing in Illinois
May 13th, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, Big Dock Energy Drag Brunch, Offshore Rooftop, Navy Pier, 1000 E. Grand, Chicago. $79. FYI https://www.eventbrite.com/e/big-dock-energy-drag-brunch-at-offshore-rooftop-tickets-1261335541559?aff=oddtdtcreator
May 13th, 6:00 & 8:00 pm, Giordano on Giordano, seven up-close and personal World Premieres, performed by the artists of Giordano II and choreographed by GDC Company Members. Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn, Chicago. FYI https://www.giordanodance.org/giordano-on-giordano
May 13th, 7:30 pm, On Purpose Tour: Live with Jay Shetty, The Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State Street, Chicago. Tickets start at $53. FYI www.ticketmaster.com
May 13th, 8:00 pm, Salut!, Julien Dassin sings Joe Dassin’s greatest hits, including “Les Champs-Élysées” and “Et Si Tu N’Existais Pas” Copernicus Center, 5216 W Lawrence Ave., Chicago. FYI ShowOneProdcutions.com/event or CherryOrchardFestival.org/2025_Dassin.
May 15th, 6:00 pm, American Writers Museum (AWM) series, American Prophets: Writers, Religion, and Culture presents Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Dave Barry discusses his new book Class Clown: The Memoirs of a Professional Wiseass with Mark Bazer, Chicago Hope Academy, 2156 W Ogden Avenue, Chicago. GA $15, Admission plus copy of Class Clown $35. FYI americanwritersmuseum.org/program-calendar/dave-barry-class-clown.
May 15th, 7:15 pm, Love Isn't Blind - Created, produced & hosted by Allison Goldberg, The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago. $23-$45. FYI (773) 697-3830 or www.thedentheatre.com
May 15th, 7:30 pm, Jam Presents Melanie Fiona: Say Yes Tour, Park West, 322 W. Armitage, Chicago. FYI www.axs.com
May 15th & 16th, 7:30, Jim Jeffries: Give Em What They Want Tour "Special Taping". The Vic Theatre, 3145 N. Sheffield, Chicago. 18 & over. FYI www.axs.com
May 16th, 8:00 pm, Ramova Theatre x Deep Cut x Collectiv x JAM Presents Lettuce & GZA, Ramova Theatre, 3520 S. Halsted, Chicago. $39.50-$42.50 GA Floor, $49.50 VIP Balcony. FYI www.etix.com
May 16th, 8:00 pm, Victor Ray - Comfortable, Chop Shop, 2033 W. North Avenue, Chicago. $25.25 FYI https://dice.fm/partner/chop-shop/event/mxkabr-victor-ray-16th-may-chop-...
May 16th, 8:00 pm, Tusk: The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute, Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet. FYI www.ticketmaster.com
May 16th, 8:30 pm, Hippie Sabotage x Two Feed with Carpetman: Echoes of Time Tour, Riviera Theatre, 4746 N. Racine, Chicago. 18 & over. FYI www.axs.com
May 16th & 17th, 7:30 pm, Melvin Shields & JGB with Special Guest Jennifer Hartswick with Joe Marcinek Band, Park West, 322 W. Armitage, Chicago. FYI www.axs.com
May 17th, Goodman Theatre Centennial Gala starring Leslie Odom, Jr., The Fairmont Chicago, 200 N. Columbus, Chicago. Tickets start at $1,000. FYI (312) 443-3811 ext. 220 or www.GoodmanTheatre.org.
May 17th, 7:15 & 9:30 pm, Paula Poundstone, Heath Mainstage, The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago. $37-$68. FYI (773) 697-3830 or www.thedentheatre.com
May 17th, 7:30 pm, Hiplet Ballerinas, Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago. FYI https://www.axs.com/auditoriumtheatre
May 17th, 7:30 pm, Jam Presents Larkin Poe: Spring 2025 Tour | with Amethyst Kiah, The Vic Theatre, 3145 N. Sheffield, Chicago. www.axs.com
May 17th, 8:00 pm, Anthony Hamilton and Vivian Green, The Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State Street, Chicago. Tickets start at $59. FYi www.ticketmaster.com
May 18th, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm, Swing into Summer with Your Favorite Sport, from Pickleball to Wiffle Ball, Baseball, Softball, and Golf, there’s something for everyone. Coaches will be stationed at selected stations to teach the sport rules and new skills to players, while mini-golf competitions will take place at the new Pier Park Mini Golf Course. Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Free. FYI https://navypier.org/events/swing-into-summer/
May 18th, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, La Crema Wine Dinner, Lirica Restaurant, Navy Pier, 900 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago. $65 per person includes the entire curated experience, including thoughtfully selected array of premium wines and beautifully paired seasonal bites. FYI La Crema Wine Dinner.
May 18th, 7:30 pm, Jam Presents Lee Asher, Park West, 322 W. Armitage, Chicago. FYI www.axs.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
May 16th through 18th, Hubbard Street Dance SPRING SERIES, Harris Theatre for Music and Dance, 205 E. Randolph, Chicago. Subscriptions start at $105 plus $12 handling fee. FYI www.hubbardstreetdance.com/subscribe
May 16th through 18th, Trinity Irish Dance Company, 35th Anniversary season, Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., Chicago. $40-$80. FYI trinityirishdancecompany.com.
Through July 27th, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm, Chicago Fashion Week®, Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective, Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark Street, Chicago. The exhibition celebrates 100 years of an incredible collection and those who have shaped it. FYI Purchased tickets required. For tickets and event information, please visit chicagohistory.org.
Through July 31st, 7:30 pm, Big Bus Tours, Sunset Live Tour, departing from 618 N. Clark, (SW corner of Clark & Ontario), Chicago. Tickets start at $49.50 for adults and $35 for children ages 3-12. Advance ticket purchase recommended. FYI www.bigbustours.com
May 17th through Labor Day Weekend, 9:00 am - 7:00 pm, Vivid Creatures: Colorful Sculptures as Tall as Trees, The Morton Arboretum, 4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL. General admission including Vivid Creatures starts at $16.95 for tickets purchased in advance online. FYI mortonarb.org.
Through October 26th, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, 25th Anniversary Season, Wicker Park Farmers Market, Wicker Park, 1425 N. Damon, Chicago. 60 local vendors. Free. FYI www.WickerParkBucktown.com/farmers-market/
**** 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, Music and Magic, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $30. FYI (312) 366-4500 or chicagomagiclounge.com.
Open Run, Tuesdays at 7:00 pm, The Showcase, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $40. 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 & Sundays at 10:00 pm, The Signature Show, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $52.50-$85. 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.
Now Playing in Michigan:
May 15th & 16th, 7:00 pm ET, Leanne Morgan - Just Getting Started, Dow Event Center, 303 Johnson St, Saginaw, MI. FYI www.ticketmaster.com
May 16th, 7:00 & 9:30 pm ET, Fortune Feimster: Takin Care of Biscuits, DeVos Performance Hall, 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI. FYI www.ticketmaster.com
Now Playing in Wisconsin:
Now Playing Elsewhere:
May 14th, 8:00 pm ET, Richard Clayderman: Forever Love 2025, Seminole Hard Rock Tampa, 5223 Orient Road, Tampa, Fl. FYI https://casino.hardrock.com/tampa/events/richard-clayderman?cid=property_tampa_entertainment_richard%20clayderman%200514_email_february%20entertainment%20eblast_-_20725_tickets_-_-
May 18th, 4:00 pm PT, Music of Remembrance presents Tom Cipullo’s award-winning opera After Life. Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall at Benaroya Hall, 200 University Street, Seattle, WA. $60. FYI https://musicofremembrance.org/show-details/afterlife