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Their on-stage season includes a diverse array of original works.
Showtune Sing-alongs at Sidetrack: Showtune sing-alongs are a beloved event at this popular LGBTQ+ bar in Northalsted.
and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 26 at Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont; tickets from $55 at rosemont.com
Sunday Family Magic Matinee with Magical Myster AJ
Kids ages 4-10 will delight in the antics of Myster AJ. Expect fast-paced magic, a touch of clowning and a bunch of laughs during this hour-long performance.
1-2 p.m.
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LGBTQ+ Chicago events through the year
In Chicago, Pride doesn’t end in June. Who knows … maybe the sun’ll come out tomorrow.
Through Jan. 4 at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie; tickets from $51.60 at northshorecenter.org
“The Real Housewives of the North Pole”
Wrap up the holidays with some campy fun from Hell in a Handbag Productions.
Consider heading to Lockport for a gathering of Chicagoland magicians. Dec. 27 at Roxy Lockport, 1017 S. State St., Lockport; tickets from $17.50 at roxylockport.com
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
They’re a day late, but the Trans-Siberian Orchestra is back with its “Ghosts of Christmas Eve” concert. Can reality TV rescue them?
Through Jan.
4 at The Clutch, 4335 N. Western Ave.; tickets from $37.25 at chicagoplays.com
“Quick! Midsommarfest celebrates the area’s Swedish roots and LGBTQ+ community with food, entertainment, artisan vendors, and more.
Chicago Pride Fest: In the historic Northalsted neighborhood, Chicago’s Pride Fest in June is a massive two-day celebration with multiple music stages, drag shows, DJs, dancing, and more.
Chicago Pride Parade: This legendary event is one of the largest Pride celebrations in the country.
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A one-night-only benefit for Chicago Shakespeare Theater!
Dec. 28 at Collaboraction, Kimball Arts Center, 1757 N. Kimball Ave.; tickets $25 at collaboraction.org
The Rock and Roll Playhouse Noon Year’s Eve Party
Rock out with your little ones to Grateful Dead tunes at an early New Year’s party. Expect greatest hits designed to please fans. Best for kids 10 and under.
11:30 a.m.
Other events include RuPaul’s Drag Race viewing parties, all things Beyoncé, and more.
Slo ‘Mo: From club nights and concerts to comedy, Slo ‘Mo aims to create spaces that celebrate queer joy and uplift local queer creatives and communities.
Party Noire: This inclusive cultural hub celebrates Black women of color across the gender spectrum and cultivates affirming events and makes space for Black queer joy.
Check out events calendar for more upcoming LGBTQ+ events.
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and 8 p.m.It may not be a true basketball game, but it’s an athletic spectacle.
1 p.m and 6 p.m., Dec. 28 at Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont; tickets from $47.80 at rosemont.com
The Waco Brothers Yuletide Rumble
Hometown favorites The Waco Brothers play The Hideout this weekend, promising their classic blend of country and punk.
Bring a new generation to delight in the tricks, dunks and charm. Daddy Warbucks to the rescue. Sure, everyone’s weathered over the past 30 years or so, but you’re happy to see them.
8:30 p.m. In our new era of economic inequality, the story resonates in a new way as George Bailey struggles to keep the Building & Loan afloat for Bedford Falls’ regular folks, despite greedy old man Potter.
Through Dec.
28 at American Blues Theater, 5627 N. Lincoln Ave.; tickets from $34.50 at americanbluestheater.com
American Blues Theater
“Annie”
A billionaire who does good? They’ll perform two shows — the early one geared more family-friendly — at Roxy Lockport.
3 p.m. The August event includes live music on five stages, DJs and dancing, vendors, food, and more.
Fall LGBTQ+ events in Chicago
Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival: The second longest-running film festival of its kind, Reeling showcases the artistic contributions of LGBTQ+ filmmakers, with a mission to educate and counteract stereotypes.
Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade: The city’s biggest neighborhood Halloween event, this spooky spectacle takes over the Northalsted area (Chicago’s oldest LGBTQ+ neighborhood) with a costume contest, choreographed dances, a pup crawl, and more.
Year-round Pride events in Chicago
Pride Arts Center: The mission of Pride Arts, a non-profit theatre company, is to exhibit, promote, and champion LGBTQ+ artists through all media and art forms.