Welcome back to another episode of Show & Tell! First up, The Joffery Ballet concludes its 69th season with "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." Hear from Artistic Director Ashley Wheater about this magical journey! Next, Ronnie Marmo is back in Chicago!  We’ll talk with Ronnie about directing "Bill W. and Dr. Bob" at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. Then, Kathy Lin invites you to the grooviest party of the summer - The Auditorium Theatre’s “Bea Hive Bash” - a 1960’s-themed celebration honoring the theatre's re-opening in 1967. Finally, the Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre presents its Spring 2025 Concert Series at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts.

Welcome back to another episode of Show &amp; Tell! First up, The Joffery Ballet concludes its 69th season with "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." Hear from Artistic Director Ashley Wheater about this magical journey! Next,&nbsp;Ronnie Marmo is back in Chicago!&nbsp; We&rsquo;ll talk with Ronnie about directing "Bill W. and Dr. Bob" at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. Then, Kathy Lin invites you to the grooviest party of the summer - The Auditorium Theatre&rsquo;s &ldquo;Bea Hive Bash&rdquo; - a 1960&rsquo;s-themed celebration honoring the theatre's re-opening in 1967. Finally, the Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre presents its Spring 2025 Concert Series at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts.

"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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Show & Tell Ep. 156: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Ronnie Marmo, Cerqua Rivera and the Bea Hive Bash

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>

Show & Tell, Ep. 187: Phantom of the Opera, Paul Chowdhry, RAIN and Amadeus

This episode of Show & Tell gives you five amazing ideas for your New Year’s Eve festivities!  Whether it’s partying the night away at Bally’s Casino, having a delicious dinner at Sunda, tipping a few back at the Broken Oar in Barrington, a dinner theatre/NYE package at the Marriott Lincolnshire or hosting - or attending - a house party with treats from Goddess and Grocer, we’ve got you covered with food, gifts, cocktails, live music, dinner, a theatre performance, gambling…and of course a little bubbly for your champagne toast at midnight!

 

First up if you’re looking for a New Year’s Eve dinner you won’t soon forget, head to Sunda!  We have the owner, Chicago entrepreneur Billy Dec with us to chat about their new year’s eve festivities, Chicago restaurant week, their fabulous Ube pie and more! Info: sundanewasian.com

 

If you’re in the burbs and have more of a bar vibe with surf and turf, the Broken Oar in Port Barrington is your place!  Owner Bonnie Miske joins us to talk about their NYE Arctic Winter Pop Up Bar, live music featuring the always fun dueling pianos and more! Reservations at brokenoar.com

 

If you want to stay downtown and play some slots, Bally’s Chicago is your place!  Rich Sharpe, VP Marketing joins us to talk about their circus themed NYE Extravaganza which features a countdown, champagne toast and goes until the wee hours of the morning!  Info at:  ballyschicago.com

 

If you’re more of a dinner theatre, stay overnight at a luxury hotel kind of person, the Marriott Lincolnshire is for you!  Peter Blair the EP at Marriott Theatre joins us to talk about their Rockabilly New Year’s Eve package featuring Million Dollar Quartet Christmas – that’s dinner, hotel, and a concert package!  Info: marriotttheatre.com

 

And if you’re staying home or going to a house party, the Goddess and Grocer is your one stop shop. Marketing Director Emma Watson joins me to talk about their multitude of gift baskets, catering, the best champagne in town, food, baked goods – featuring their famous rainbow cake!  Info: goddessandgrocer.com

This episode of Show &amp; Tell gives you five amazing ideas for your New Year&rsquo;s Eve festivities!&nbsp; Whether it&rsquo;s partying the night away at Bally&rsquo;s Casino, having a delicious dinner at Sunda, tipping a few back at the Broken Oar in Barrington, a dinner theatre/NYE package at the Marriott Lincolnshire or hosting - or attending - a house party with treats from Goddess and Grocer, we&rsquo;ve got you covered with food, gifts, cocktails, live music, dinner, a theatre performance, gambling&hellip;and of course a little bubbly for your champagne toast at midnight!
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First up if you&rsquo;re looking for a New Year&rsquo;s Eve dinner you won&rsquo;t soon forget, head to Sunda!&nbsp; We have the owner, Chicago entrepreneur Billy Dec with us to chat about their new year&rsquo;s eve festivities, Chicago restaurant week, their fabulous Ube pie and more! Info: <a href="http://sundanewasian.com/">sundanewasian.com</a>
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If you&rsquo;re in the burbs and have more of a bar vibe with surf and turf, the Broken Oar in Port Barrington is your place!&nbsp; Owner Bonnie Miske joins us to talk about their NYE Arctic Winter Pop Up Bar, live music featuring the always fun dueling pianos and more! Reservations at <a href="http://brokenoar.com/">brokenoar.com</a>
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If you want to stay downtown and play some slots, Bally&rsquo;s Chicago is your place!&nbsp; Rich Sharpe, VP Marketing joins us to talk about their circus themed NYE Extravaganza which features a countdown, champagne toast and goes until the wee hours of the morning!&nbsp; Info at: &nbsp;<a href="http://ballyschicago.com/">ballyschicago.com</a>
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If you&rsquo;re more of a dinner theatre, stay overnight at a luxury hotel kind of person, the Marriott Lincolnshire is for you!&nbsp; Peter Blair the EP at Marriott Theatre joins us to talk about their Rockabilly New Year&rsquo;s Eve package featuring Million Dollar Quartet Christmas &ndash; that&rsquo;s dinner, hotel, and a concert package!&nbsp; Info: <a href="http://marriotttheatre.com/">marriotttheatre.com</a>
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And if you&rsquo;re staying home or going to a house party, the Goddess and Grocer is your one stop shop. Marketing Director Emma Watson joins me to talk about their multitude of gift baskets, catering, the best champagne in town, food, baked goods &ndash; featuring their famous rainbow cake!&nbsp; Info: <a href="http://goddessandgrocer.com/">goddessandgrocer.com</a>

Show & Tell, Ep. 186 – the New Year’s Eve Show!! Featuring Bally’s, Sunda, Broken Oar, Marriott Lincolnshire & Goddess and Grocer

Amadeus at the Steppenwolf Theatre has been extended through January 25, 2026 and we have Mozart himself - David Darrow - on the show with us!  David talks about what it's like playing one of the most interesting and complex composers in history at one of the most iconic theatres in Chicago.  Tickets and info:  steppenwolf.org.

 

Next, it's a holiday light show spectacular, "Lights, Camera, Action" now at Cantigny through the end of the year!  Galyn Piper joins us to talk about the light show, the ice rink and cocoa cabanas, the Noel store and the historic McCormick House.  Tickets and information: cantigny.org

 

Then, we head over to the Practical Theatre company's variety show "Quick Before We're Cancelled" at Studio5 in Evanston! We're joined by the stars of the show, Paul Barosse, Dana Olsen and Victoria Zelinski to talk about their years of comedic collaboration culminating with this wonderful blend of comedy, music, sketches and improv!  12/26-1/3 Tickets: pab58.com

 

Finally, we have an epic preview for you of "Lord of the Rings" in concert - coming to Chicago in the Spring of 2026.  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 iIngs" at the Auditorium Theatre.  Info: auditoriumtheatre.org

Amadeus at the Steppenwolf Theatre has been extended through January 25, 2026 and we have Mozart himself - David Darrow - on the show with us!&nbsp; David talks about what it's like playing one of the most interesting and complex composers&nbsp;in history at one of the most iconic theatres in Chicago.&nbsp; Tickets and info:&nbsp; <a href="http://steppenwolf.org/">steppenwolf.org</a>.
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Next, it's a holiday light show spectacular, "Lights, Camera, Action" now at Cantigny through the end of the year!&nbsp; Galyn Piper joins us to talk about the light show, the ice rink and cocoa cabanas, the Noel store and the historic McCormick House.&nbsp; Tickets and information: <a href="http://cantigny.org/">cantigny.org</a>
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Then, we head over to the Practical Theatre company's variety show "Quick Before We're Cancelled" at Studio5 in Evanston! We're joined by the stars of the show, Paul Barosse, Dana Olsen and Victoria Zelinski to talk about their years of comedic collaboration culminating with this wonderful blend of comedy, music, sketches and improv!&nbsp; 12/26-1/3 Tickets: <a href="http://pab58.com/">pab58.com</a>
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Finally, we have an epic preview for you of "Lord of the Rings" in concert - coming to Chicago in the Spring of 2026.&nbsp; Artistic consultant Doug Adams joins us to talk about this presentation featuring a 238 piece orchestra playing alongside&nbsp;the award-winning film "Lord of the iIngs" at the Auditorium&nbsp;Theatre.&nbsp; Info: <a href="http://auditoriumtheatre.org/">auditoriumtheatre.org</a>

Show & Tell, Ep 185: "Amadeus" at the Steppenwolf, "Lights, Camera, Action" at Cantigny, Practical Theatre's "Quick or We're Cancelled" at Studio5, & "Lord of the Rings" in concert at the Auditorium Theatre 

Show & Tell Ep. 156: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Ronnie Marmo, Cerqua Rivera and the Bea Hive Bash

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