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JOSHUA ROBERTSON & THE SAINTSOther
Lemon·West Town

JOSHUA ROBERTSON & THE SAINTS

With the deepest love and ambition for music, Joshua Robertson does his best to be your 'Musician's musician'. He fell in love with Music at birth, and started on his first and pretty much main instrument -- the guitar. With his vocal soulfulness and his v...

May 16
10:30 PM
Ragbagalia Matinee ft: Faerie DreamMusic
Cobra Lounge·Ukrainian Village

Ragbagalia Matinee ft: Faerie Dream

Ragbagalia Fest presents... Faerie Dream Bonfire Madigan Oh Pierrot! Please Return Charming Ritual $22 ADV // $26 DOS - All Ticket prices inclusive of taxes and fees. What you see is what you pay, no surprises later.

May 17
1:00 PM
Ragbagalia Matinee ft: Faerie DreamOther
Cobra Lounge·Ukrainian Village

Ragbagalia Matinee ft: Faerie Dream

Ragbagalia Fest presents... Faerie Dream Bonfire Madigan Oh Pierrot! Please Return Charming Ritual $22 ADV // $26 DOS - All Ticket prices inclusive of taxes and fees. What you see is what you pay, no surprises later.

May 17
1:00 PM
An Afternoon With David  SedarisTheater / performance
The Auditorium·South Loop

An Afternoon With David Sedaris

David Sedaris, America's best-selling humorist and social satirist, returns following publication of his most recent book of short stories, Happy Go Lucky, and his first ever children's book, Pretty Ugly. In his customary sartorial and humorous manner, David will make you laugh and think in equal measures, with all new, unpublished stories and commentary. As always, the reading will be accompanied by a pre and post-show book signing. For current health & safety information, please visit www.auditoriumtheatre.org

May 17
2:00 PM
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Free Throw - Moments Before The Wind TourMusic

Free Throw - Moments Before The Wind Tour

Doors open at 5PM. Performance begins at 6PM. This show is for ALL AGES. House of Blues Chicago is a standing room only venue, all tickets are General Admission unless otherwise stated. *All support acts are subject to change without notice.* Upgrade Your Experience: https://www.sevenrooms.com/events/hobchicago/hobwebsite

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May 17
5:00 PM
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QUIRKY with Ruth Fuerst, Benefit Show Live at FSCOther

QUIRKY with Ruth Fuerst, Benefit Show Live at FSC

FSC presents a performance w/Ruth Fuerst benefiting Albany Park Theater Project and Neighbors United for Mutual Support on Sunday May 17 Since when do irreverence and genuine warmth go together? Since "Quirky"! Come hear a mix of offbeat, funny, honest, and uplifting songs about love, life and longing by talented but lesser-known songwriters, including Ruth's own dad. Reviewers describe Ruth as "a warm communicator" with "spot-on comedy timing". Audience members say "Quirky" is "enthralling" and "delightful", " a much needed antidote in today's world". With wonderful music director, Beckie Menzie, "this show is joy". 5:30 Doors 6pm Show Reception to Follow $25 Donation Free Parking

May 17
6:00 PM
QUIRKY with Ruth Fuerst, Benefit Show Live at FSCMusic

QUIRKY with Ruth Fuerst, Benefit Show Live at FSC

FSC presents a performance w/Ruth Fuerst benefiting Albany Park Theater Project and Neighbors United for Mutual Support on Sunday May 17. Since when do irreverence and genuine warmth go together? Since "Quirky"! Come hear a mix of offbeat, funny, honest, and uplifting songs about love, life and longing by talented but lesser-known songwriters, including Ruth's own dad. Reviewers describe Ruth as "a warm communicator" with "spot-on comedy timing". Audience members say "Quirky" is "enthralling" and "delightful", "a much needed antidote in today's world". With wonderful music director, Beckie Menzie, "this show is joy".

May 17
6:00 PM

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