A legend in Chicago makes a return! This week on Show & Tell, Andrea Darlas will talk with a familiar voice on the Chicago airwaves as he updates his book and find the pulse on Chicago media. Plus, a mini-golf course for kids and kids at heart returns to Navy Pier, and Chicago is welcoming two important and powerful exhibitions and Andrea will talk with the people involved!

Our guests this week include:
Author Rick Kaempfer
Producer with Rockefeller Productions Chad Larabee
Actress Jyreika Guest
Co-Director of the Hyde Park Art Center Aaron Rodgers

You can get tickets and more information at:
medianotebook.blogspot.com
pixarputt.com
congosquaretheatre.org
hydeparkart.org

A legend in Chicago makes a return! This week on Show &amp; Tell, Andrea Darlas will talk with a familiar voice on the Chicago airwaves as he updates his book and find the pulse on Chicago media. Plus, a mini-golf course for kids and kids at heart returns to Navy Pier, and Chicago is welcoming two important and powerful exhibitions and Andrea will talk with the people involved!
Our guests this week include: Author Rick Kaempfer Producer with Rockefeller Productions Chad Larabee Actress Jyreika Guest Co-Director of the Hyde Park Art Center Aaron Rodgers
You can get tickets and more information at: <a href="https://medianotebook.blogspot.com/">medianotebook.blogspot.com</a> <a href="http://pixarputt.com/">pixarputt.com</a> <a href="https://www.congosquaretheatre.org/">congosquaretheatre.org</a> <a href="https://www.hydeparkart.org/">hydeparkart.org</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!

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Episode 52 - The Return of Legends in Chicago and Welcoming Powerful Exhibitions

Eureka Day is here! The 2025 Tony Award winner for "Best Revival of a Play" is now playing at the Broadway Playhouse in Chicago! Andrea talks to one of the stars of the show, Rebekah Ward who plays Suzanne. Rebakah talks about the hype – and the message – behind this incredible show, as well as living in Chicago’s western suburbs and the empathy that lies within all of us!  "Eureka Day" runs through February 22nd.  Tickets: BroadwayinChicago.com

 

Next, Andrea introduces a spiritual new exhibit, American Prophets: Writers, Religion, and Culture at the American Writers Museum. Director Carey Cranston joins us to talk about the influence of religion and spirituality on writers and culture, with interactive displays incorporating more than 100 different creative works. Discover faith-inspired songs by Chance the Rapper and Patti Smith, as well as cool artifacts from Chicagoans including Harold Ramis and Flannery O’Connor. Info: americanwritersmuseum.org

 

Chicago Theatre Week is back February 5th through the 15th! League of Chicago Theatres' Marketing Director Alexis Davis joins Andrea to talk about this incredible week where you have an opportunity to see hundreds of plays, musicials, comedy shows and performances all across the Chicagoland area for discounted prices! Information: choosechicago.com

 

Finally, we have an epic preview for you of "Lord of the Rings" in concert at the Auditorium Theatre March 13th and 14th. Artistic consultant Doug Adams joins us to talk about this presentation featuring a 238 piece orchestra playing alongside the award-winning film "Lord of the Rings" for two nights only! Info: auditoriumtheatre.org

Eureka Day&nbsp;is here! The 2025 Tony Award winner for "Best Revival of a Play" is now playing at the Broadway Playhouse in Chicago! Andrea talks to one of the stars of the show,&nbsp;Rebekah Ward&nbsp;who plays Suzanne. Rebakah talks about the hype &ndash; and the message &ndash; behind this incredible show, as well as living in Chicago&rsquo;s western suburbs and the empathy that lies within all of us!&nbsp; "Eureka Day" runs through February 22nd.&nbsp; Tickets: <a href="http://broadwayinchicago.com/">BroadwayinChicago.com</a>
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Next, Andrea introduces a spiritual new exhibit,&nbsp;American Prophets: Writers, Religion, and Culture&nbsp;at the American Writers Museum.&nbsp;Director Carey Cranston&nbsp;joins us to talk about the influence of religion and spirituality on writers and culture, with interactive displays incorporating more than 100 different creative works. Discover faith-inspired songs by Chance the Rapper and Patti Smith, as well as cool artifacts from Chicagoans including Harold Ramis and Flannery O&rsquo;Connor. Info:&nbsp;<a href="http://americanwritersmuseum.org/">americanwritersmuseum.org</a>
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Chicago Theatre Week&nbsp;is back February 5th through the 15th! League of Chicago Theatres' Marketing Director&nbsp;Alexis Davis&nbsp;joins Andrea to talk about this incredible&nbsp;week where you have an opportunity&nbsp;to see hundreds of plays, musicials, comedy shows and performances all across the Chicagoland area for discounted prices! Information:&nbsp;<a href="http://choosechicago.com/">choosechicago.com</a>
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Finally, we have an epic preview for you of&nbsp;"Lord of the Rings" in concert&nbsp;at the&nbsp;Auditorium Theatre March 13th and 14th. Artistic consultant&nbsp;Doug Adams&nbsp;joins us to talk about this presentation featuring a 238 piece orchestra playing alongside&nbsp;the award-winning film "Lord of the Rings" for two nights only! Info:&nbsp;<a href="http://auditoriumtheatre.org/">auditoriumtheatre.org</a>

Show & Tell, Ep 189: Eureka Day at the Broadway Playhouse, "American Prophets" at the American Writers Museum, Chicago Theatre Week & Lord of the Rings at the Auditorium Theatre

Chicago Theatre Week is back February 5-15! League of Chicago Theatres' Marketing Director Alexis Davis joins Andrea to talk about this incredible week where you have an opportunity to see hundreds of plays, musicials, comedy shows and performances all across the Chicagoland area for discounted prices!  From the Lyric, the Goodman and the Shakespeare Theatres to the Northlight, Writers and Rivendell Theatres!  Information: choosechicago.com
Next up, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra has set its new line up for 2026 and you won't be disappointed.  Director of Programs Jim Fahey joins Andrea to talk about their first concerts of the year including 2001: A Space Odyssey (which features the Chicago Symphony Chorus), Bruckner's Romantic Symphony, the SCP's Piano series, and CSO for kids! Information: cso.org
Then, the world's biggest phenomenon Stranger Things continues its run in Chicago with a "Stranger Things" pop-up at Replay Lincoln Park! Owner Mark Kwiatkowsi joins Andrea to talk about this immersive experience, which features 80's arcade games, themed cocktails, photo ops with Demogorgons and Hawkins inspired decor. Now at Replay Lincoln Park through January 31st. Information: replaylincolnpark.com
Finally, you know him and love him - jazz musician Paul Marinaro is back at Studio5 in Evanston for two nights only Jan. 24-25. Paul talks to us about his new album(s) and upcoming show, "Mood Ellington". Tickets: studio5.dance

Chicago Theatre Week is back February 5-15! League of Chicago Theatres' Marketing Director Alexis Davis joins Andrea to talk about this incredible&nbsp;week where you have an opportunity&nbsp;to see hundreds of plays, musicials, comedy shows and performances all across the Chicagoland area for discounted prices!&nbsp; From the Lyric, the Goodman and the Shakespeare Theatres to the Northlight, Writers and Rivendell Theatres!&nbsp; Information: <a href="http://choosechicago.com/">choosechicago.com</a> Next up, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra has set its new line up for 2026 and you won't be disappointed.&nbsp; Director of Programs&nbsp;Jim Fahey joins Andrea to talk about their first concerts of the year including 2001: A Space Odyssey (which features the Chicago Symphony Chorus), Bruckner's Romantic Symphony, the SCP's Piano series, and CSO for kids! Information: <a href="http://cso.org/">cso.org</a> Then, the world's biggest phenomenon&nbsp;Stranger Things continues its run in Chicago with a "Stranger Things" pop-up at Replay Lincoln Park! Owner Mark Kwiatkowsi joins Andrea to talk about this immersive experience, which features 80's arcade games, themed cocktails, photo ops with Demogorgons and Hawkins inspired decor. Now at Replay Lincoln Park through January 31st. Information: <a href="http://replaylincolnpark.com/">replaylincolnpark.com</a> Finally, you know him and love him - jazz musician Paul Marinaro is back at Studio5 in Evanston&nbsp;for two nights only Jan. 24-25. Paul talks to us about his new album(s) and upcoming show, "Mood Ellington". Tickets: studio5.dance

Show & Tell, Ep. 188: Chicago Theatre Week, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, "Stranger Things" pop-up, & jazz musician Paul Marinaro

The incomparable Phantom of the Opera is back at the Cadillac Palace Theatre through February 1st.  Andrea talks to the star of the show, Alexa Moster who plays Christine! Alexa talks about growing up in Chicago, going to Northwestern, and returning to her hometown to star in this iconic musical!  Tickets: Broadwayinchicago.com

 

Next up, comedian Paul Chowdhry makes his US debut with a hilarious performance at the Park West on January 13th! Paul talks about his show AI ("Artificial Indian"), his early comedic influences, world politics, and dating IRL! It's a show you don't want to miss - get your tickets at jamusa.com.

 

Then, a spectacular sensory production tailored for children! You don’t want to miss RAIN: for babies and their carers at the Filament Theatre January 6th-18th. Director Ellie Levine joins us to talk about this intimate, sensory experience which creates a safe, musical space for babies, children, parents and caregivers. TIckets: filamenttheatre.org

 

FInally, Amadeus at the Steppenwolf Theatre has been extended through January 25th!  I'll visit with the star of the show, David Darrow, who talks about what it's like playing one of the most interesting - and complex- composers in history!  Tickets: steppenwolf.org

The incomparable&nbsp;Phantom of the Opera&nbsp;is back at the Cadillac Palace Theatre through February 1st.&nbsp; Andrea talks to the star of the show,&nbsp;Alexa Moster&nbsp;who plays Christine! Alexa talks about growing up in Chicago, going to Northwestern, and returning to her hometown to star in this iconic musical!&nbsp; Tickets: Broadwayinchicago.com
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Next up, comedian&nbsp;Paul Chowdhry&nbsp;makes his US debut with a hilarious performance at the&nbsp;Park West&nbsp;on January 13th! Paul talks about his show&nbsp;AI ("Artificial Indian"), his early comedic influences, world politics, and dating IRL! It's a show you don't want to miss - get your tickets at&nbsp;<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjamusa.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CHillary.Hedstrom%40cumulus.com%7Cfbd58f9524ab44206ddc08de495b66d0%7Ce5d6709fbecf4b058cee37f5a62617c4%7C0%7C0%7C639028854108421779%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Yp2z7Al6sWSnMu%2FAiV%2FVj1qRkJE0aFEeJsFR697beyk%3D&amp;reserved=0" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">jamusa.com</a>.
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Then, a spectacular sensory production tailored for children! You don&rsquo;t want to miss&nbsp;RAIN: for&nbsp;babies&nbsp;and their carers&nbsp;at the Filament Theatre January&nbsp;6th-18th.&nbsp;Director Ellie Levine&nbsp;joins us to talk about this intimate, sensory experience which creates a safe, musical space for babies, children, parents and caregivers. TIckets:&nbsp;<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffilamenttheatre.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CHillary.Hedstrom%40cumulus.com%7Cfbd58f9524ab44206ddc08de495b66d0%7Ce5d6709fbecf4b058cee37f5a62617c4%7C0%7C0%7C639028854108451164%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=q%2BMAVRYBn8%2ByRMP%2Fk0UQrs%2F0gy0ETxDdfxCV8w%2BYcYQ%3D&amp;reserved=0" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">filamenttheatre.org</a>
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FInally,&nbsp;Amadeus at the Steppenwolf Theatre&nbsp;has been extended through January 25th!&nbsp; I'll visit with the star of the show,&nbsp;David Darrow, who talks about what it's like playing one of the most interesting - and complex- composers in history!&nbsp; Tickets:&nbsp;<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fsteppenwolf.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CHillary.Hedstrom%40cumulus.com%7Cfbd58f9524ab44206ddc08de495b66d0%7Ce5d6709fbecf4b058cee37f5a62617c4%7C0%7C0%7C639028854108468751%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=LNF8Q0rouZ%2BeaRHFUmROIo8L2FHC%2BsitlsWB%2B58Z7Kc%3D&amp;reserved=0" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">steppenwolf.org</a>

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