Skokie

Denny Diamond and the Family Jewels Live!
Denny Diamond's sophisticated baritone voice emulates the likes of Neil Diamond so closely, audiences rave that they can't tell the difference. Embrace the charm of this energetic live concert performance of Neil Diamond classics as Denny is joined on stage by his sons, The Family Jewels, who each play two instruments simultaneously. A great afternoon of music and reminiscing.

Location: Skokie Theatre @ 1:30 PM
Cost: $10
7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie
Skokie, IL  

Pop Culture Power Radio
In the grand tradition of "The Firesign Theatre" and TV's "Whose line is it anyway"- Pop Culture Power Radio brings 50,000 watts of their Improvised laughter and mayhem to the Skokie theatre. Opening for Pop Culture Power Radio is Musical comic genius Matt Griffo- with his Ukele, Piano, and wit - The two join forces to make Skokie think twice about the public smoking ban - because they are "Smokin"!!

Location: Skokie Theatre @ 8:00 PM
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door
7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie
Skokie, IL  

Chicago Comedy All-Stars
A trio of Chicago's funniest veteran comedians tag team to keep you gasping for air. These are the best of the best in comedy from Chicago!

Location: Skokie Theatre @ 8:00 PM
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door
7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie
Skokie, IL  

The Nutcracker
Celebrate the holiday season with the Civic Ballet of Chicago, who brought you Chicago's original Ruth Page "Nutcracker" ballet. This family tradition set in the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of the Sweets will bring lots of magical holiday joy to children of all ages.

Location: North Shore Center for Performing Arts @ 3:00 PM
Cost: $34
9501 Skokie Blvd.
Skokie, IL  

Mandy Patinkin
Tony and Emmy Award-winner Mandy Patinkin returns to Centre East after two sold-out performances in 2003. With his interpretations of popular standards from Rogers and Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, Harry Chapin, Irving Berlin, and Cole Porter, this show is sure to sell out fast.

Location: North Shore Center for Performing Arts @ 3:00 PM
Cost: $85
9501 Skokie Blvd.
Skokie, IL  

Skokie's Backlot Bash
The event will feature continuous live music on a main stage located on Oakton Avenue near the Village Hall, including regional and national acts. The event will also feature an amusement park/carnival, a classic auto show, a business expo and sidewalk sale, fun teen activities, food and beverages, including a beer tent, and more to be announced.

Location: downtown Skokie @ 11:00 AM
Oakton St. and Lincoln Ave.
Skokie, IL  

The Juliet Letters starring
Inspired by a news story about a professor who had been responding to letters addressed to Juliet Capulet, c/o the post office in Verona, Italy, Elvis Costello and The Brodsky Quartet composed the music and lyrics for this song cycle set to chamber music. A hauntingly beautiful work, the songs relate to love in one way or another, covering a wide range of human emotions from betrayal and disillusion to hopelessness and suicide. The lyrics reveal stories of both men and women, of varying ages and degrees of sanity, who have suffered some type of tragic disappointment or despair for which Juliet serves as a metaphor. The piece is melancholy, moody and sad, yet not without its moments of comic relief, and concludes with a song of condolence and hope. In a breathtaking performance, Devin and the Mercutio Quartet bring out the power and beauty inherent in this unusual work. You don’t want to miss them!

Location: Skokie Theatre @ 8:00 PM
Cost: $15
7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie
Skokie, IL  

AC ROCK
Exciting concert of your favorite songs presented in "A Cappella Rock N' Roll"

Location: Skokie Theatre @ 8:00 PM
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door
7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie
Skokie, IL  

The Schticklers
Lots of humor and shtick with a wealth of hot musicianship and notoriety packed into one band

Location: Skokie Theatre @ 2:00 PM
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door
7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie
Skokie, IL  

Tim Walkoe
The grand prize winner on ABC TV's America's Funniest People, Tim Walkoe is one of the strongest comedy headliners in the business today. His fast-paced comedic style combined with improvisation and music make Tim's act a sure hit. Tim is a regular at The Riviera in Vegas. Featuring special Improv & Music guests, Jonathan Menchin and Darryl Warren.

Location: Skokie Theatre @ 8:00 PM
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door
7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie
Skokie, IL