Show & Tell, Ep. 233: “Cleopatra, the Immersive Exhibition”, “Pulitzer on the Road”, “Adirondack Chair Circle”, “Heroes of the Fourth Turning” & Duke Ellington tribute concert at Hey Nonny

A brand-new immersive exhibition is debuting this month at EXP Rosemont … “Cleopatra, the Immersive Exhibition”.  Andrea talks to the CEO of Infinity Experiences Eric Albert about our fasciation with the Queen of ancient Egypt and how audiences will be immersed in her surroundings watching as she r…

Show & Tell, Ep. 230: "The Book of Mormon", Cantina Taco Grill, Osteria Gilberto, Nisi Greek Grill, Postino, FOBAB, “Brew It Forward” and Dorsia

The Book of Mormon Jarius Miquel Cliett, who plays Mafala Hatimbi joins Andrea to talk about his hat trick in this role, coming back to Chicago and how the Book of Mormon continues to excite audiences everywhere! Cadillac Palace Theatre through 11/1 Tickets and information: broadwayinchicago.com…

Show & Tell, Ep. 229: The Hand & the Eye, “Dial M for Murder”, “Vladimir”, The Checkout, & Good Night John Boy

Just in time for Halloween, The Hand and the Eye - Chicago’s largest and most unique magic venue - is celebrating “The Midway of Wonders” on Halloween Night.  Andrea talks to VP of Operations Aidan Descourouez about the event marking the 100th anniversary of Harry Houdini’s death and the perfect op…

Show & Tell, Ep. 228: Jefferson Starship’s Cathy Richardson, Rosemont in Bloom, "Sisters" at Writers Theatre, Tom Doody’s “Memento Mori” and Ubuntu Festival

Celebrating their 50th anniversary, Jefferson Starship will be rocking the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan on October 24! Andrea talks to lead singer – and Chicago music legend – Cathy Richardson about leading this iconic band for the past two decades, her own band, her Chicago roots and playing Mom wh…

Show & Tell, Ep. 227: "Topdog/Underdog", "Waitress", "King Lear", the Military Miniature Society of Illinoi & Corrbette Pasko

The critically acclaimed Topdog/Underdogcontinues its run at the Steppenwolf Theatre this fall. Andrea talks to actor, producer, and co-artistic director Glenn Davis about this emotional performance, Glenn’s commitment to Chicago theatre and what it means to be performing at the Steppenwolf.  Runs …

Show & Tell, Ep. 226:  “Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical”, Comedian Brad Williams, Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville and “Mud Row” at Theatre Wit. 

The Tony® and Olivier Award®-winning Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical is now playing at the CIBC Theatre as part of its North American World Tour.  Andrea talks to actor Jake Bentley Young - one of 5 actors playing 86 characters! Jake talks about the show’s fanbase, the “Mincefluencers”, the chal…

Show & Tell, Ep. 225: Witch at the Idle Muse Theatre, “Ride the Cyclone” at the Metropolis Theatre, Ballets Jazz Montréal’s Leonard Cohen tribute at the Auditorium Theatre, "I'm Going to Marry You Tobey McGuire" at the Den, and Jet’s Pizza recognizes Alzheimer's Awareness month

Just in time for Halloween, the Idle Muse Theatre Company presents Witch. Andrea talks to Director Libby Beyreis about this powerful performance where the Devil comes to town and starts making promises to folks in town in exchange for their souls- the only one not buying it is the town witch!  It’s…

Show & Tell, Ep. 224: “Serial Killer, the Exhibition, “The Birds of North America”, The Joffrey Ballet’s “Liliom”, and Cerqua Rivera

Discover the world’s largest collection of original artifacts belonging to serial killers at “Serial Killer, the Exhibition” now at Cinespace Chicago Film Studios. True crime author, researcher, collector, and curator Dr. Bill Kimberlin talks to Andrea about what we can expect to see, including art…

Show & Tell, Ep. 223: Sounds of the 60’s, 70’s, & 80’s with Susanna Hoffs, Colin Blunstone & Peter Asher!

This week on the show, it’s a trip down memory lane as we talk to the legendary Susanna Hoffs of the Bangles, now touring to promote her new album, “The List”.  Susanna talks to Andrea about her family roots in Chicago (her grandfather was a southside rabbi!), her love for 60’s and 70’s music, how …

Show & Tell, Ep. 222: Night of 1000 Jack O'Lanterns, Tree Dimensions at the Morton Arboretum, VAPE the Grease Parody & Dirty Dancing, the Musical

Night of 1000 Jack O'Lanterns returns to the Chicago Botanic Garden for 15 nights this fall!  Associate Vice President of Visitor Events and Programs Jodi Zombolo joins Andrea to preview more than 1000 real pumpkins intricately carved with intimate themes. This year, the garden features pumpkin car…