Review: A Streisand 1962 Surprise and a Memorable Dutch Treat Lunch
The Dutch Treat Club's October 20th luncheon featured Phillip Officer and Victoria Wilson, the author of a new biography on film star Barbara Stanwyck.…
Ravinia Festival
Articles
Review: A SANDERSON SISTER ACT at Webster Hall A Luscious, Lascivious Start To Halloween
The Ali Forney Center fundraiser that has become a fundraising highlight of each year raises $375,000.…
Review: Robert Driemeyer Boozes & Schmoozes in BROADWAY BARFLY LIVE! at The Beechman
Combining his love of cocktails and musical theatre, Robert Driemeyer has crafted a unique show that is both entertaining and educational.…
Review: BROADWAY BIBLE: A SERMON IN SEQUINS Gives Scripture A Broadway Twist
Bistro Award winner Deborah Zecher debuted her new cabaret show at Don't Tell Mama last night, taking us on a journey that proves the Bible and Broadway make surprisingly good bedfellows.…
Review: Lauren Marcus A Tonic In THE DRUGSTORE RESIDENCY at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
She is as fascinating as she is original, and The Beechman has her for one night every month... thank goodness.…
Review: Marieann Meringolo Rises To The Streisand Occasion With THE WAY SHE MAKES ME FEEL at The Laurie Beechman
What did our critic think of THE WAY SHE MAKES ME FEEL at The Laurie Beechman?…
Review: Natasha Castillo Charms in DARIN TO BE DIFFERENT at Don't Tell Mama
A proud member of the Bobby Darin fan club, Natasha Castillo spent years exploring Darin’s life to craft a show that is one of a kind. Her show, overflowing with charisma, would surely make a charmer like Bobby Darin proud.…
Review: A Cornucopia of Entertainment Closes out CABARET CONVENTION 2026 at Rose Hall
KT Sullivan and company end convention week with style and flair.…
INTERVIEW: Wayne Henry on JAWS: THE (VERY UNAUTHORIZED) MUSICAL
JAWS: the (very unauthorized) Musical is the very ill-behaved brainchild of writer/composer/lyricist/genius/madman Wayne Henry, who also happens to be the star. The fringe sensation is hitting the iconic Beechman Theater on Sunday, October 18…
Review: Macon Prickett Lights The Candles With HELLO, MACON! at 54 Below
The heir apparent to the Jerry Herman tribute show, Macon Prickett packs a punch and the house at 54 Below.…
Past Shows
11 total · showing 1–10
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Stella Chen performs Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto
Steans Institute alumna and Gramophone's 2023 Artist of the Year Stella Chen performs Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in the final CSO program of the 90th residency season at Ravinia.
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Klaus Mäkelä conducts Debussy and Stravinsky
Klaus Mäkelä returns to conduct the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in a program of Debussy and Stravinsky, the second of his two Ravinia debut appearances.
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Klaus Mäkelä conducts Sibelius and Strauss featuring Daniel Lozakovich
CSO Zell Music Director Designate Klaus Mäkelä makes his Ravinia debut conducting soloist Daniel Lozakovich in Sibelius's Violin Concerto, along with Strauss's Alpine Symphony, performed by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
This Land
Conductor Ted Sperling curates 200 years of classic American music in a program titled This Land, performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. The concert is part of Ravinia's observance of the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Midwest Premiere of John Williams's Piano Concerto featuring Emanuel Ax
Emanuel Ax performs the Midwest premiere of John Williams's new Piano Concerto with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, a work that pays tribute to jazz icons Art Tatum, Bill Evans, and Oscar Peterson. The program is part of Ravinia's American-themed series marking the 250th...
Midwest Premiere: Carlos Simon's Good News Mass
Marin Alsop leads the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in the Midwest premiere of the co-commissioned Good News Mass by composer Carlos Simon, featuring a spoken word performance from librettist Marc Bamuthi Joseph. The performance is part of Ravinia's observance of the 250th...
Breaking Barriers Festival: Women Composers in Film
Now in its fifth year, the Breaking Barriers Festival is co-curated by Marin Alsop and Oscar-nominated, Emmy-winning composer Laura Karpman, focusing on women composers in film. The program features music by Shirley Walker, Hildur Guðnadóttir, Rachel Portman, and Chanda Dancy...
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Mahler's Symphony No. 6
Marin Alsop conducts the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in a performance of Mahler's Symphony No. 6, nicknamed the Tragic. The program is part of Alsop's final season as Ravinia Chief Conductor.
Chicago Symphony Orchestra featuring María Dueñas in Beethoven's Violin Concerto
Gramophone's 2025 Young Artist and Instrumentalist of the Year María Dueñas makes her CSO and Ravinia debuts performing Beethoven's Violin Concerto with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
Mozart's The Abduction from the Seraglio
Guest conductor James Conlon leads the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, chorus, and soloists in a semi-staged production of Mozart's The Abduction from the Seraglio. The cast is led by soprano Kathryn Lewek and tenor Miles Mykkanen, who makes his CSO debut in the production.
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From 8 Tracks to Livestreams...The Album Release! The Green Room 42 (11/04-11/04) |
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I am ME - on Purpose! Laurie Beechman Theatre (10/10-1/10) |
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Young, Gifted, & Broadway Celebrates Black History Month 54 Below (2/01-2/01) |
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Joe McGinty & The Loser's Lounge: ABBA Joe's Pub (12/04-12/04) |
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Jeanna de Waal: Songs I Love to Sing - But Make It Festive 54 Below (12/30-12/30) |
