Get ready for a jam-packed episode! 

First up, we visit with our friend Michael Green the Co-Creative/Executive Director of the Chicago Humanities Festival! Then, we talk to Bernell Lassai III, one of the starts of the National Broadway Tour of Ain’t Too Proud- The Life and Times of the Temptations. Then, our friend Frank Ferrante is back in the Chicago area at the NorthShore Center for the Performing Arts starring in “Caeser’s Circus” Nov. 27-Dec 1st! Finally, we talk to Stacy Moscatelli, the CEO of Original X Productions about the new immersively-delicious experience Hershey Super Sweet Adventure.

For More Information:

Chicago Humanities Festival: ChicagoHumanities.org 

Ain't Too Proud: https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/aint-too-proud/

Caesar's Circus: https://northshorecenter.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=10000649 

Hershey Super Sweet Adventure: https://www.hersheysupersweetadventure.com/about/

Get ready for a jam-packed episode! 
First up, we visit with our friend Michael Green the Co-Creative/Executive Director of the Chicago Humanities Festival! Then, we talk to Bernell Lassai III, one of the starts of the National Broadway Tour of Ain’t Too Proud- The Life and Times of the Temptations. Then, our friend Frank Ferrante is back in the Chicago area at the NorthShore Center for the Performing Arts starring in “Caeser’s Circus” Nov. 27-Dec 1st! Finally, we talk to Stacy Moscatelli, the CEO of Original X Productions about the new immersively-delicious experience Hershey Super Sweet Adventure.
For More Information:
Chicago Humanities Festival: <a href="https://www.chicagohumanities.org/">ChicagoHumanities.org </a>
Ain't Too Proud: <a href="https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/aint-too-proud/">https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/aint-too-proud/</a> 
Caesar's Circus: <a href="https://northshorecenter.org/event/caesars-circus/2024-11-27/">https://northshorecenter.org/?post_type=tribe_events&amp;p=10000649 </a>
Hershey Super Sweet Adventure: <a href="https://www.hersheysupersweetadventure.com/about/">https://www.hersheysupersweetadventure.com/about/</a>

"Show and Tell" with Andrea Darlas is a local arts and entertainment podcast hosted by Chicago media personality, Andrea Darlas. Every week Andrea will tell you about a new play or musical or exhibit a museum… something cultural in our community!

Show & Tell with Andrea Darlas

Episode 122: Chicago Humanities Festival, "Ain't Too Proud", Frank Ferrante Returns, & the Hershey's Experience!!

Chicago a cappella, Chicago’s premier unaccompanied vocal ensemble is hosting the upcoming concert series Building American Pop  from April 19th-26th. Andrea talks to CAC Executive Director Matt Greenberg about this time capsule, which revisits the irresistible pop classics that evoke the songwriting genius of the Brill Building era of the 1950s and ’60s, featuring host/narrator WTTW’s Geoffrey Baer. The Building American Pop concert series kicks off on April 19 at the Studebaker Theater in the historic Fine Arts Building. Information: chicagoacappella.org

 

Next up, the Chicago Jazz Orchestra will feature the music of jazz icon Roy Eldridge on May 3rd at the Studebaker Theatre.  Andrea talks to CJO Artistic Director Jeff Lindberg about this tribute show by one of the most influential trumpeters of the swing era. Jeff also talks about founding the CJO with his buddies at the University of Illinois and how they’ve been playing music together for nearly 5 decades. Tickets and information: cjomusic.org

 

Then, Rogers Park’s annual Glenwood Sunday Market is fast approaching and to support the continuation of its Food Access Program, which combats food insecurity among Market shoppers, they're hosting a Spiral into Spring fundraiser on April 19th at The Rhapsody Theater from 4-7 pm.  Andrea talks to Sandi Price, Executive Director of the Rogers Park Business Alliance about what attendees can expect, including carnival games, grand prizes, and delicious dishes from local restaurants. Information: rpba.org

 

Finally, Andrea talks to Chicago interdisciplinary artist Alison Ruttan about her large-scale exhibition at Hyde Park Art Center through July 12. Two years in the making, the exhibition is a massive installation with 160 cast ceramic forms, taking up 2300 sq. ft., and places viewers at the center of a submerged neighborhood to show the damage of global warming on coastal communities.  Information: hydeparkart.org

Chicago&nbsp;a cappella, Chicago&rsquo;s premier unaccompanied vocal ensemble is hosting the upcoming concert series&nbsp;<a href="https://www.chicagoacappella.org/concert-event/building-american-pop/">Building American Pop</a>&nbsp; from April 19th-26th. Andrea talks to CAC Executive Director Matt Greenberg about this time capsule, which revisits the irresistible pop classics that evoke the songwriting genius of the&nbsp;Brill Building era of the 1950s and &rsquo;60s, featuring host/narrator WTTW&rsquo;s&nbsp;Geoffrey Baer. The Building American Pop&nbsp;concert series kicks off on April 19 at the&nbsp;Studebaker Theater in the historic Fine Arts Building. Information: <a href="http://chicagoacappella.org/">chicagoacappella.org</a>
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Next up, the Chicago&nbsp;Jazz&nbsp;Orchestra will feature the music of jazz icon Roy Eldridge on May 3rd at the Studebaker Theatre. &nbsp;Andrea talks to CJO Artistic Director Jeff Lindberg about this tribute show by one of the most influential trumpeters of the swing era. Jeff also talks about founding the CJO with his buddies at the University of Illinois and how they&rsquo;ve been playing music together for nearly 5 decades. Tickets and information: <a href="http://cjomusic.org/">cjomusic.org</a>
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Then, Rogers Park&rsquo;s annual Glenwood Sunday Market is fast approaching and to support the continuation of its Food Access Program, which combats food insecurity among Market shoppers, they're hosting a Spiral into Spring fundraiser on April 19th&nbsp;at The Rhapsody Theater from 4-7 pm.&nbsp; Andrea talks to Sandi Price, Executive Director of the Rogers Park Business Alliance about what attendees can expect, including carnival games, grand prizes, and delicious dishes from local restaurants. Information: <a href="http://rpba.org/">rpba.org</a>
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Finally, Andrea talks to Chicago interdisciplinary artist Alison Ruttan about her large-scale exhibition at&nbsp;Hyde Park&nbsp;Art Center through&nbsp;July 12. Two years in the making, the exhibition is a massive installation with 160 cast ceramic forms, taking up 2300 sq. ft., and places viewers at the center of a submerged neighborhood to show the damage of global warming on coastal communities.&nbsp; Information: <a href="http://hydeparkart.org/">hydeparkart.org</a>

Show & Tell, Ep. 201:  Chicago a cappella's "Building American Pop" concert series, Chicago Jazz Orchestra's tribute to Roy Eldridge, Glenwood Sunday Market's "Spiral Into Spring" fundraiser & Alison Ruttan at the Hyde Park Art Center

We have a jam packed 200th episode extravaganza for you today!

First up is Chicago's newest interactive, immersive, spectacular exhibition, "Theatre of the Mind", the brainchild of Talking Heads frontman David Byrne and his wife Mala Gaonkar, which explores how we perceive the world and ourselves.  Andrea talks to Director Andrew Scoville about this sense-stimulating performance.  What's it about? You have to experience it to believe it.  Tickets and information: theatreofthemindchicago.com
Be sure to catch Madama Butterflyat the Lyric Opera through April 12th!  Andrea talks to the Lyric's Chief Artistic Officer Matthew Ozawa who reinvented, reimagined and directed this classic by Puccini.  Matthew talks about being a 4th generation Japanese-American, being the 1st creative team in the US to reinvestigate Butterfly so audiences can see this classic masterpiece through a new lens.  Tickets and information: Lyricopera.org
"The Man in Black, a Tribute to Johnny Cash" returns to the Arcada Theatre on April 12th.  Andrea talks to the man in black himself, Shawn Barker about how he's taken on Johnny's persona for more than two decades energizing audiences all over the world. Shawn talks about how he 'became' the Man in Black and how his career path mirrored the OG!  Tickets and information: oshows.com
Chicago's favorite spring shopping extravaganza, the "One of a Kind Spring Show," is back at the Merchandise Mart April 24th-April 26th.  Marie Gerbasi from artist relations gives us a preview of what we can see and buy at the show- everything from paintings and jewelry to clothing and furniture.  This year there are more than 35 new emerging artists and 150 new exhibitors at the show. Tickets and information: oneofakindshow.com

We have a jam packed 200th episode extravaganza for you today!
First up is Chicago's newest interactive, immersive, spectacular exhibition,&nbsp;"Theatre of the Mind",&nbsp;the brainchild of Talking Heads frontman David Byrne and his wife Mala Gaonkar, which explores how we perceive the world and ourselves.&nbsp; Andrea talks to Director Andrew Scoville about this sense-stimulating performance.&nbsp; What's it about? You have to experience it to believe&nbsp;it.&nbsp; Tickets and information: <a href="http://theatreofthemindchicago.com/">theatreofthemindchicago.com</a> Be sure to catch Madama Butterfly at the Lyric Opera through April 12th!&nbsp; Andrea talks to the Lyric's Chief Artistic Officer Matthew Ozawa who reinvented, reimagined and directed this classic by Puccini.&nbsp; Matthew talks about being a 4th generation Japanese-American, being the 1st creative team in the US to reinvestigate Butterfly so audiences can see this classic masterpiece through a new lens.&nbsp; Tickets and information: <a href="http://lyricopera.org/">Lyricopera.org</a> "The Man in Black, a Tribute to Johnny Cash" returns to the Arcada Theatre on April 12th.&nbsp; Andrea talks to the man in black himself, Shawn Barker about how he's taken on Johnny's persona for more than two decades energizing audiences all over the world. Shawn talks about how he 'became' the Man in Black and how his career path mirrored the OG!&nbsp; Tickets and information: <a href="http://oshows.com/">oshows.com</a> Chicago's favorite spring shopping extravaganza, the "One of a Kind Spring Show," is back at the Merchandise Mart April 24th-April 26th.&nbsp; Marie Gerbasi from artist relations gives us a preview of what we can see and buy at the show- everything from paintings and jewelry to clothing and furniture.&nbsp; This year there are more than 35 new emerging artists and 150 new exhibitors at the show. Tickets and information: <a href="http://oneofakindshow.com/">oneofakindshow.com</a>

Show & Tell, Ep. 200: Theatre of the Mind, Madama Butterfly, Man in Black: Johnny Cash & One of a Kind Show

First up, Cantigny - the 500-acre estate of Colonel Robert R. McCormick - is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with an extraordinary lineup of exhibits and events to commemorate this historic summer. Andrea talks to Cantigny Executive Director Matt LaFond about all the events and exhibits this summer including Innovation and Invention 1776-present, America’s Founding Fathers’ new Visitor Center, and Revolutionary War reenactments!  Information: cantigny.org

 

Next up, THE WIZ is back in Chicago at the Nederlander Theatre from March 31 to April 5. Andrea talks to Sheherazade, who plays Glinda, about the success of this Tony-award winning masterpiece! Sheherazade talks about her amazing singing and stage career and coming back to Chicago!  Tickets and information: broadwayinchicago.com

 

Then, we celebrate the 10th Annual Chicago Rum Festival on April 25th at the iconic Logan Square Auditorium (2539 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647), honoring the city’s reputation as one of the premier rum destinations in the Americas. Andrea talks to Star Union Spirits co-founder Jeff Yosowitz about the event designed for rum connoisseurs, curious consumers, and industry professionals alike. The festival offers an immersive tasting experience featuring more than 40 award-winning premium rum brands!  Tickets and information: Chicagorumfest.com

 

Finally, it’s two nights of Queen you don’t want to miss!  The world’s best Queen tribute concert show One Night of Queen performed by the U.K. band Gary Mullen & the Works will be performing in Glen Ellyn at Belushi Performance Hall on March 28 & 29.   Andrea talks to lead singer Gary Mullen, whose vocal and physical interpretation of Freddie Mercury is amazing! Tickets and information:  atthemac.org

First up, Cantigny - the 500-acre estate of Colonel Robert R. McCormick - is celebrating America&rsquo;s 250th birthday with an extraordinary lineup of exhibits and events to commemorate this historic summer. Andrea talks to Cantigny Executive Director Matt LaFond about all the events and exhibits this summer including Innovation and Invention 1776-present, America&rsquo;s Founding Fathers&rsquo; new Visitor Center, and Revolutionary War reenactments!&nbsp; Information: <a href="http://cantigny.org/">cantigny.org</a>
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Next up, THE WIZ is back in Chicago at the Nederlander Theatre from March 31 to April 5. Andrea talks to Sheherazade, who plays Glinda, about the success of this Tony-award winning masterpiece! Sheherazade talks about her amazing singing and stage career and coming back to Chicago!&nbsp; Tickets and information: <a href="http://broadwayinchicago.com/">broadwayinchicago.com</a>
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Then, we celebrate the 10th Annual Chicago Rum Festival on April 25th at the iconic Logan Square Auditorium (2539 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647), honoring the city&rsquo;s reputation as one of the premier rum destinations in the Americas. Andrea talks to Star Union Spirits co-founder Jeff Yosowitz about the event designed for rum connoisseurs, curious consumers, and industry professionals alike. The festival offers an immersive tasting experience featuring more than 40 award-winning premium rum brands!&nbsp; Tickets and information: <a href="http://chicagorumfest.com/">Chicagorumfest.com</a>
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Finally, it&rsquo;s two nights of Queen you don&rsquo;t want to miss!&nbsp; The world&rsquo;s best Queen tribute concert show&nbsp;One Night of Queen&nbsp;performed by the U.K. band&nbsp;Gary Mullen &amp; the Works will be performing in&nbsp;Glen Ellyn at Belushi Performance Hall on March 28 &amp; 29. &nbsp;&nbsp;Andrea talks to lead singer Gary Mullen, whose vocal and physical interpretation of Freddie Mercury is amazing!&nbsp;Tickets and information:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://atthemac.org/">atthemac.org</a>

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