T'was the weekend before Christmas and everyone is stirring! Between holiday shows, experiences, and shopping, there is a lot to do. Andrea talks with Rick Schuler, America's top John Denver tribute, on Rocky Mountain High Experience: A John Denver Christmas. Then celebrate the Queen of Christmas at the Mariah Carey Pop-Up at the Virgin Hotel! Next, shop local in Rogers Park and learn about the Live Love Shop Rebate program. Finally, experience A Christmas Carol in a brand new way with Manual Cinema. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Rocky Mountain High Experience: https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/rocky-mountain-high-experience-a-john-denver-christmas/ 

Mariah Carey Holiday Bar: https://bucketlisters.com/experience/mariah-careys-black-irish-holiday-bar-at-virgin-hotels-chicago

Rogers Park: https://rpba.org/ 

Manual Cinema: https://www.fineartsbuilding.com/events/christmas-carol/

T'was the weekend before Christmas and everyone is stirring! Between holiday shows, experiences, and shopping, there is a lot to do. Andrea talks with Rick Schuler, America's top John Denver tribute, on Rocky Mountain High Experience: A John Denver Christmas. Then celebrate the Queen of Christmas at the Mariah Carey Pop-Up at the Virgin Hotel! Next, shop local in Rogers Park and learn about the Live Love Shop Rebate program. Finally, experience A Christmas Carol in a brand new way with Manual Cinema.&nbsp;
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Rocky Mountain High Experience: <a href="https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/rocky-mountain-high-experience-a-john-denver-christmas/">https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/rocky-mountain-high-experience-a-john-denver-christmas/</a>&nbsp;
Mariah Carey Holiday Bar:&nbsp;<a href="https://virginhotels.com/chicago/entertainment/mariah-careys-black-irish-holiday-bar/?gclid=CjwKCAiA65m7BhAwEiwAAgu4JDiLwhRLogPxRp-McRQ7oEWyna_ATkHH12faAecxPLzTg-WbFNAdwhoCKLkQAvD_BwE&amp;ef_id=CjwKCAiA65m7BhAwEiwAAgu4JDiLwhRLogPxRp-McRQ7oEWyna_ATkHH12faAecxPLzTg-WbFNAdwhoCKLkQAvD_BwE:G:s&amp;s_kwcid=AL!4331!3!!!!x!!&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1">https://bucketlisters.com/experience/mariah-careys-black-irish-holiday-bar-at-virgin-hotels-chicago</a>
Rogers Park: <a href="https://rpba.org/">https://rpba.org/</a>&nbsp;
Manual Cinema: <a href="https://www.fineartsbuilding.com/events/christmas-carol/?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiA65m7BhAwEiwAAgu4JDHRPGlznifT1BTVqCp_m_18_pYgGLs5biwg3mF0oJ9UdduuhKJQjhoCf58QAvD_BwE">https://www.fineartsbuilding.com/events/christmas-carol/</a>

Episode 136: T’was the Weekend Before Christmas – A John Denver Christmas, Mariah Carey holiday pop-up, Live/Love/Shop Rogers Park and Manual Cinema’s “A Christmas Carol”

The holiday season is only a few short weeks away! On this episode of Show & Tell, Andrea talks to two of the stars of "& Juliet" Teal Wicks and Corey Mach. Then Rob Fojtik of Choose Chicago tells you all about the holiday events you have to choose from. Next, for a limited time only, The Newberry Consort presents a Latin American Christmas! Artistic Director Liza Malmut tells you where to see the shows this weekend. Finally, Practical Theatre founder Paul Barosse invites you to "Weird!" a holiday sketch show.

For More Information:

& Juliet: https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/juliet/ 

CHOOSE Chicago: https://www.choosechicago.com/ 

Latin American Christmas: https://www.newberryconsort.org/lachristmas24 

Weird!: https://www.studio5.dance/calendar 

The holiday season is only a few short weeks away! On this episode of Show &amp; Tell, Andrea talks to two of the stars of "&amp; Juliet" Teal Wicks and Corey Mach. Then Rob Fojtik of Choose Chicago tells you all about the holiday events you have to choose from. Next, for a limited time only, The Newberry Consort presents a Latin American Christmas! Artistic Director Liza Malmut tells you where to see the shows this weekend. Finally, Practical Theatre founder Paul Barosse invites you to "Weird!" a holiday sketch show.
For More Information:
&amp; Juliet: <a href="https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/juliet/">https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/juliet/</a>&nbsp;
CHOOSE Chicago: <a href="https://www.choosechicago.com/">https://www.choosechicago.com/</a>&nbsp;
Latin American Christmas: <a href="https://www.newberryconsort.org/lachristmas24">https://www.newberryconsort.org/lachristmas24</a>&nbsp;
Weird!: <a href="https://www.studio5.dance/calendar">https://www.studio5.dance/calendar</a>&nbsp;

Episode 135: The stars of "& Juliet", Choose Chicago holiday events, A Latin American Christmas and Practical Theatre's holiday sketch show

The holiday season is in full swing! This week on Show and Tell, Andrea talks holiday happenings, from theatre events to markets. First up, hear from the star of Hip Hop Nutcracker (and SYTYCD alum!) Jaylin Sanders on his performance. Up next, Andersonville has a lot to offer this season. Charlie Wein, Andersonville Chamber of Commerce Director of Marketing and Communications, gives you a preview. Then, on the 100th anniversary of the legendary composer's death, the Chicago Opera Theatre presents "Boheme and Beyond: The Legacy of Puccini." Holiday happenings aren't just for theatres and markets, hear from the GM of Chicago Firehouse, Shannon Tauschman, on what this season brings the restaurant. Finally, Kris Tsitsis invites you to the Glenview Holiday Fair at Sts. Peter & Paul Greek Orthodox Church!

The holiday season is in full swing! This week on Show and Tell, Andrea talks holiday happenings, from theatre events to markets. First up, hear from the star of Hip Hop Nutcracker (and SYTYCD alum!) Jaylin Sanders on his performance. Up next, Andersonville has a lot to offer this season. Charlie Wein, Andersonville Chamber of Commerce Director of Marketing and Communications, gives you a preview. Then, on the 100th anniversary of the legendary composer's death, the Chicago Opera Theatre presents "Boheme and Beyond: The Legacy of Puccini." Holiday happenings aren't just for theatres and markets, hear from the GM of Chicago Firehouse, Shannon Tauschman, on what this season brings the restaurant. Finally, Kris Tsitsis invites you to the Glenview Holiday Fair at Sts. Peter &amp; Paul Greek Orthodox Church!

Episode 134: Hip Hop Nutcracker, Holidays in Andersonville, Boheme and Beyond, Chicago Firehouse & Glenview Holiday Fair 

Thanksgiving is over, which means it's time for the winter holidays! First up is Ellie Cotey, the costume designer for the Joffery Ballet's The Nutcracker at the Lyric Opera. Then another Christmas classic, "Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs a Christmas Carol Again" at the Den Theater! Hear from lead actor Blake Montgomery on this take. Next is a parody of a classic Christmas movie: Die Hard. "Yippee Kay Yay" writer and star Richard Marsh shares how he transformed the action movie. Finally, it's holiday pop-up season! Kendal Killerman, GM of Lost Never Found, shares how the bar was transformed into Rudolph's Bar. Finally, Mark Kwiatkowski talks “Cowabunga! A Turtle Power Pop-Up” at Neon Gardens and the magical upcoming theme at Replay Lincoln Park.

For More Information:

NUTCRACKER: 

https://joffrey.org/performances-and-tickets/24-25-season/the-nutcracker-3/

CHARLES DICKENS:

https://thedentheatre.com/performances/2024/12/5/charles-dickens-begrudgingly-performs-a-christmas-carol-again-the-den-theatre-comedy-club

YIPPEE KI YAY: 

https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/yippee-ki-yay/

LOST NEVER FOUND: 

https://www.lostneverfoundchicago.com/

NEON GARDENS/REPLAY: 

https://www.theneongardens.com/

https://www.replaylincolnpark.com/

Thanksgiving is over, which means it's time for the winter holidays! First up is Ellie Cotey, the costume designer for the Joffery Ballet's The Nutcracker at the Lyric Opera. Then another Christmas classic, "Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs a Christmas Carol Again" at the Den Theater! Hear from lead actor Blake Montgomery on this take. Next is a parody of a classic Christmas movie: Die Hard. "Yippee Kay Yay" writer and star Richard Marsh shares how he transformed the action movie. Finally, it's holiday pop-up season! Kendal Killerman, GM of Lost Never Found, shares how the bar was transformed into Rudolph's Bar. Finally, Mark Kwiatkowski talks “Cowabunga! A Turtle Power Pop-Up” at Neon Gardens and the magical upcoming theme at Replay Lincoln Park.
For More Information:
NUTCRACKER: 
<a href="https://joffrey.org/performances-and-tickets/24-25-season/the-nutcracker-3/">https://joffrey.org/performances-and-tickets/24-25-season/the-nutcracker-3/</a> 
CHARLES DICKENS:
 <a href="https://thedentheatre.com/performances/2024/12/5/charles-dickens-begrudgingly-performs-a-christmas-carol-again-the-den-theatre-comedy-club">https://thedentheatre.com/performances/2024/12/5/charles-dickens-begrudgingly-performs-a-christmas-carol-again-the-den-theatre-comedy-club</a> 
YIPPEE KI YAY: 
<a href="https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/yippee-ki-yay/">https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/yippee-ki-yay/</a> 
LOST NEVER FOUND: 
<a href="https://www.lostneverfoundchicago.com/">https://www.lostneverfoundchicago.com/</a> 
NEON GARDENS/REPLAY: 
<a href="https://www.theneongardens.com/">https://www.theneongardens.com/</a> 
<a href="https://www.replaylincolnpark.com/">https://www.replaylincolnpark.com/</a>

EPISODE 133: The Joffrey Ballet's 'The Nutcracker', "Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs a Christmas Carol Again", YIPPEE KI YAY, and Holiday Pop-up bars! 

The first snowfall of the winter was this week, which means it's time for more holiday cheer! First up, Maureen Martino, Executive Director, Wrigleyville Chamber of Commerce talks about the transformation of Wrigleyville into a winter wonderland. Then celebrate St. Andrews' Day with Gus Noble, President of the Chicago Scots! Next Sarah Fornace, Manual Cinema Co-Artistic Director, invites you to a one-of-a-kind rendition of A Christmas Carol. Finally, hear about Legally Blonde the Musical from the director, Mandy Modic! 

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Wrigleyville: https://wrigleyvillechicago.com/

Chicago Scots: https://chicagoscots.org/179th/

A Christmas Carol: https://www.fineartsbuilding.com/events/christmas-carol/

Legally Blonde: https://northshorecenter.org/event/music-theater-works-legally-blonde/2024-12-19/

The first snowfall of the winter was this week, which means it's time for more holiday cheer! First up, Maureen Martino, Executive Director, Wrigleyville Chamber of Commerce talks about the transformation of Wrigleyville into a winter wonderland. Then celebrate St. Andrews' Day with Gus Noble, President of the Chicago Scots! Next Sarah Fornace, Manual Cinema Co-Artistic Director, invites you to a one-of-a-kind rendition of A Christmas Carol. Finally, hear about Legally Blonde the Musical from the director, Mandy Modic! 
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Wrigleyville: <a href="https://wrigleyvillechicago.com/">https://wrigleyvillechicago.com/</a> 
Chicago Scots: <a href="https://chicagoscots.org/179th/">https://chicagoscots.org/179th/</a> 
A Christmas Carol: <a href="https://www.fineartsbuilding.com/events/christmas-carol/?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAl4a6BhBqEiwAqvrqur6KHfXZAH61BMbY-13asyNs8JWbsrmslnSlALsdbCHso3axst25oRoCg2YQAvD_BwE">https://www.fineartsbuilding.com/events/christmas-carol/</a>
Legally Blonde: <a href="https://northshorecenter.org/event/music-theater-works-legally-blonde/2024-12-19/">https://northshorecenter.org/event/music-theater-works-legally-blonde/2024-12-19/</a>

EP 132 - Wrigleyville Wonderland, Manual Cinema's "A Christmas Carol", the Feast of the Haggis, & "Legally Blonde the Musical"

On this jam-packed episode, learn about live entertainment, holiday happenings, and a dining experience! First, Andrea talks to the stars of Frozen, Beth Stafford Laird and Emily Kristen Morris, at the Paramount. Then hear from the dance captain of Mean Girls at the Auditorium Theatre, Megan Arsneau! Then Chef Richard Sandoval talks about the dining experience at Toro Chicago. Next, plan to spend your holidays in Rosemont! Mayor Brad Stephens explains how they're decking the halls this year. Finally, jazz pianist Ben Lewis invites you to the Ben Lewis Trio!

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Frozen: https://paramountaurora.com/events/frozen-the-broadway-musical/

Mean Girls: https://www.auditoriumtheatre.org/events/detail/mean-girls-the-musical-679061

Toro Chicago: https://www.torochicago.com/

Rosemont: https://rosemont.com/

Ben Lewis Trio: https://benpiano.com/

On this jam-packed episode, learn about live entertainment, holiday happenings, and a dining experience! First, Andrea talks to the stars of Frozen, Beth Stafford Laird and Emily Kristen Morris, at the Paramount. Then hear from the dance captain of Mean Girls at the Auditorium Theatre, Megan Arsneau! Then Chef Richard Sandoval talks about the dining experience at Toro Chicago. Next, plan to spend your holidays in Rosemont! Mayor Brad Stephens explains how they're decking the halls this year. Finally, jazz pianist Ben Lewis invites you to the Ben Lewis Trio!
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Frozen: <a href="https://paramountaurora.com/events/frozen-the-broadway-musical/">https://paramountaurora.com/events/frozen-the-broadway-musical/</a> 
Mean Girls: <a href="https://www.auditoriumtheatre.org/events/detail/mean-girls-the-musical-679061">https://www.auditoriumtheatre.org/events/detail/mean-girls-the-musical-679061</a> 
Toro Chicago: <a href="https://www.torochicago.com/">https://www.torochicago.com/</a> 
Rosemont: <a href="https://rosemont.com/">https://rosemont.com/</a> 
Ben Lewis Trio: <a href="https://benpiano.com/">https://benpiano.com/</a>

Ep 131 - Frozen, Mean Girls, Toro Chicago, Rosemont Holidays and the Ben Lewis Trio!

It's November, which means on this episode of Show and Tell, Andrea talks all things holidays. First up is Phil Purevich, Executive Producer of the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade, with what to expect this year. Then is VP of Marketing Jodi Zombolo from the Chicago Botanic Gardens on this year's Lightscape. Next is a holiday party just for the kids, with the Beatrix Potter Holiday Party! Jacqueline Russell, Artistic Director of the Chicago Children's Theater, talks on what the kids will enjoy. Finally, Refracted Theatre Company founder Tova Wolff presents "Coronation" at the Den Theatre, a 3-act femme-punk political satire. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Chicago Thanksgiving Parade: https://www.chicagothanksgivingparade.com/

Chicago Botanic Gardens: https://www.chicagobotanic.org/

Beatrix Potter: https://chicagochildrenstheatre.org/event/beatrixpotterholidayteaparty/

Coronation: https://thedentheatre.com/performances/2024/10/11/coronation-the-den-theatre

It's November, which means on this episode of Show and Tell, Andrea talks all things holidays. First up is Phil Purevich, Executive Producer of the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade, with what to expect this year. Then is VP of Marketing Jodi Zombolo from the Chicago Botanic Gardens on this year's Lightscape. Next is a holiday party just for the kids, with the Beatrix Potter Holiday Party! Jacqueline Russell, Artistic Director of the Chicago Children's Theater, talks on what the kids will enjoy. Finally, Refracted Theatre Company founder Tova Wolff presents "Coronation" at the Den Theatre, a 3-act femme-punk political satire. 
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Chicago Thanksgiving Parade: <a href="https://www.chicagothanksgivingparade.com/">https://www.chicagothanksgivingparade.com/</a> 
Chicago Botanic Gardens: <a href="https://www.chicagobotanic.org/visit?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiAire5BhCNARIsAM53K1h2ZPgBtVSst3r-l9gZZp7l4CPmORz8D-7LKKtzFeWnBz7A4caFAYEaAoheEALw_wcB">https://www.chicagobotanic.org/</a>
Beatrix Potter: <a href="https://chicagochildrenstheatre.org/event/beatrixpotterholidayteaparty/">https://chicagochildrenstheatre.org/event/beatrixpotterholidayteaparty/</a> 
Coronation: <a href="https://thedentheatre.com/performances/2024/10/11/coronation-the-den-theatre">https://thedentheatre.com/performances/2024/10/11/coronation-the-den-theatre</a>

Episode 130: The Chicago Thanksgiving Parade, Lightscapes, Holiday Tea Parties, and Political Satire!

The amazing Liv Warfield is back in concert, Annie returns to the Chicago Theatre for 3 weeks only, University Press week is back with some incredible authors and - commemorating the fall of the Berlin Wall with three powerful concerts! 

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Liz Warfield: https://tzchicago-tickets.zinzanni.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=12

Annie: https://www.msg.com/calendar/the-chicago-theatre-november-2024-annie

University Press Week: https://upweek.up.hcommons.org/

Stefan Hersh: https://guarnerihall.org/event/sounds-of-the-cold-war-the-landscape-of-exile/

The amazing Liv Warfield is back in concert, Annie returns to the Chicago Theatre for 3 weeks only, University Press week is back with some incredible authors and - commemorating the fall of the Berlin Wall with three powerful concerts! 
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Liz Warfield: <a href="https://tzchicago-tickets.zinzanni.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=12">https://tzchicago-tickets.zinzanni.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=12</a> 
Annie: <a href="https://www.msg.com/calendar/the-chicago-theatre-november-2024-annie">https://www.msg.com/calendar/the-chicago-theatre-november-2024-annie</a> 
University Press Week: <a href="https://upweek.up.hcommons.org/">https://upweek.up.hcommons.org/</a> 
Stefan Hersh: <a href="https://guarnerihall.org/event/sounds-of-the-cold-war-the-landscape-of-exile/">https://guarnerihall.org/event/sounds-of-the-cold-war-the-landscape-of-exile/</a>

Episode 129: Liv Warfield, ANNIE returns, University Press Week & Sounds of the Cold War!

On this very spooky episodes of Show and Tell, Andrea talks all things Halloween and more. First up is Claire Saxe, co-artistic director of Rough House Theatre Company at Steppenwolf's Merle Reskin Garage Space, talking about the fourth annual House of the Exquisite Corpse which features all new immersive haunted puppet acts based around superstitions. Up next is Jenniffer Weigel with "I'm Spiritual Dammit," a one-woman show on her journey through the spiritual. Then we celebrate National Pasta Month with Chef Luca Corrizon from Olio E Piu with his creative pasta dishes. Finally, there's only one week left to see the Night of 1000 Jack-O-Lanterns! Jodi Zombolo, Associate Director of Marketing and Visitor Events, tells you why you should come to this beautiful display at the Chicago Botanic Gardens. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

House of the Exquisite Corpse: https://www.roughhousetheater.com/calendar1/house-of-the-exquisite-corpse-iv-superstition

I'm Spiritual Dammit: https://www.wayfarertheaters.com/movie/im-spiritual-dammit/

Olio E Piu: https://www.olioepiu.com/location/chicago/

Night of 1000 Jack-O-Lanterns:https://www.chicagobotanic.org/halloween 

On this very spooky episodes of Show and Tell, Andrea talks all things Halloween and more. First up is Claire Saxe, co-artistic director of Rough House Theatre Company at Steppenwolf's Merle Reskin Garage Space, talking about the fourth annual House of the Exquisite Corpse which features all new immersive haunted puppet acts based around superstitions. Up next is Jenniffer Weigel with "I'm Spiritual Dammit," a one-woman show on her journey through the spiritual. Then we celebrate National Pasta Month with Chef Luca Corrizon from Olio E Piu with his creative pasta dishes. Finally, there's only one week left to see the Night of 1000 Jack-O-Lanterns! Jodi Zombolo, Associate Director of Marketing and Visitor Events, tells you why you should come to this beautiful display at the Chicago Botanic Gardens. 
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
House of the Exquisite Corpse: <a href="https://www.roughhousetheater.com/calendar1/house-of-the-exquisite-corpse-iv-superstition">https://www.roughhousetheater.com/calendar1/house-of-the-exquisite-corpse-iv-superstition</a> 
I'm Spiritual Dammit: <a href="https://www.wayfarertheaters.com/movie/im-spiritual-dammit/">https://www.wayfarertheaters.com/movie/im-spiritual-dammit/</a> 
Olio E Piu: <a href="https://www.olioepiu.com/location/chicago/">https://www.olioepiu.com/location/chicago/</a> 
Night of 1000 Jack-O-Lanterns:https://www.chicagobotanic.org/halloween

Episode 128: Corpses, Jack-O-Lanterns, Spiritual Encounters........ and Pasta!

This week on Show and Tell enjoy hearing about history, a new restaurant, and seasonally spooky theater! First Andrea talks with Benjamin Marshall Society spokeswoman Jane Lepauw about the architect and how the city is designating part of Lake Shore Drive to his honor. Then she hears from Bryan Gerrish, CEO of Roanoke Hospitality, about the new 101 Club, which is an upscale American Grill on the 20th Floor of 101 E. Erie featuring live entertainment, a masquerade party and weekly jazz brunches. Drew Dir talks about his take on Frankenstein and how this play combines shadow puppetry, cinematic techniques, and live sound effects and music in a haunting show unlike any other. Finally,  progressive rock guitarist Paul Bielatowicz breathes new life into 1922 silent horror film Nosferatu with an original score.

For More Information:

Benjamin Marshall Society: https://www.benjaminmarshallsociety.com/

101 Club: https://www.101club.com/

Frankenstein: https://manualcinema.com/work/frankenstein

Nosferatu: https://athenaeumcenter.org/events/2024/paul-bielatowicz-nosferatu/

This week on Show and Tell enjoy hearing about history, a new restaurant, and seasonally spooky theater! First Andrea talks with Benjamin Marshall Society spokeswoman Jane Lepauw about the architect and how the city is designating part of Lake Shore Drive to his honor. Then she hears from Bryan Gerrish, CEO of Roanoke Hospitality, about the new 101 Club, which is an upscale American Grill on the 20th Floor of 101 E. Erie featuring live entertainment, a masquerade party and weekly jazz brunches. Drew Dir talks about his take on Frankenstein and how this play combines shadow puppetry, cinematic techniques, and live sound effects and music in a haunting show unlike any other. Finally,  progressive rock guitarist Paul Bielatowicz breathes new life into 1922 silent horror film Nosferatu with an original score.
For More Information:
Benjamin Marshall Society: <a href="https://www.benjaminmarshallsociety.com/">https://www.benjaminmarshallsociety.com/</a> 
101 Club: <a href="https://www.101club.com/">https://www.101club.com/</a> 
Frankenstein: <a href="https://manualcinema.com/work/frankenstein">https://manualcinema.com/work/frankenstein</a> 
Nosferatu: <a href="https://athenaeumcenter.org/events/2024/paul-bielatowicz-nosferatu/">https://athenaeumcenter.org/events/2024/paul-bielatowicz-nosferatu/</a>

Episode 127: Benjamin Marshall Society, The 101 Club, Frankenstein, and Nosferatu!

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