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Michael McDermott to Release Two Albums on the Same Day
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2024

Revered Chicago-based singer-songwriter Michael McDermott reveled in his creative duality to craft a first – two full albums, one acoustic and one electric, to be released on the same day as companion pieces of work. Lighthouse on the Shore, the acoustic opus, and East Jesus, the electric collection, arrive September 13.

Video: Steve Dawson Releases Second Single From Sixth Solo Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2024

Chicago-based musician and songwriter Steve Dawson releases 'Oh California,' the second single from his upcoming new album, Ghosts on May 17. The release is accompanied by a video. The album is being released June 7 on venerable Chicago label Pravda Records on CD, 12” LP vinyl, digital download and on streaming platforms. Watch the music video!

Steve Dawson Will Release Sixth Solo Album This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024

Ghosts is the sixth solo album from Chicago-based musician and songwriter Steve Dawson. It's being release June 7 on venerable Chicago label Pravda Records on CD, 12” LP vinyl, digital download and on streaming platforms.

Justin Robert Celebrates 25 Years Kids Music with New Album 'Space Cadet'
by Michael Major - Jul 15, 2022

Space Cadet was produced by Justin Roberts and engineered by Matt Hennessy at VSOP Studios, Chicago, IL. The album was mixed by Liam Davis at Acrylic Audio, Evanston, IL and mastered by Emily Lazar and Chris Allgood at the Lodge, NY. Illustrations and Design by Ned Wyss and photography by Todd Rosenberg.

LAKEVIEW EAST FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS Begins Next Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 6, 2019

The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is proud to host and produce the 15h Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts. Lakeview East is a dynamic and diversified neighborhood community rich in culture, history and the arts. The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce works hand in hand with local residents and business owners and is pleased to offer its neighbors and the Chicagoland area one of the premier fine art outdoor festivals. 

Chicago's Justin Roberts Wins Third GRAMMY Nomination for 'Lemonade'
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 29, 2017

Justin Roberts, a leading independent family music artist, and hands-down the best songwriter in the genre (USA Today), received his third GRAMMY Award nomination on November 28 for his album of original songs for families called Lemonade.

Casting Announced For British Invasion Holiday Benefit Concert!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2017

Join us for a night of music, cocktails and rockin' out to your favorite songs from over the decades! Remounting our popular BRITISH INVASION concert from this summer, this musical evening will be led by Michael Mahler (lyricist and composer for Miss Saigon, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, October Sky and other musical theater hits) along with his all-star band. Featuring many of Chicago's finest musical theater voices, you'll hear everything from Elton John, The Who, Sting to Adele and Spice Girls.

October Shows Announced at City Winery Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2017

Acts listed below are performing at City Winery Chicago this October, 1200 W. Randolph Street, throughout the month.

Old Town School's Free 'Soundtrack of the City' Concert Series Launches Thursday
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2017

Old Town School of Folk Music, with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), is pleased to announce a free, city-wide concert series, Soundtrack of the City, taking place June 8 - August 20, 2017.

Tommy Castro, Griffin House, Louis Prima Jr. and More Coming to City Winery Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2017

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces multi-Blues Music Award winner Tommy Castro and his band The Painkillers, two shows from alternative rock band The Church, genre-mashing Louis Prima Jr. & The Witnesses and more. The following shows go on sale to the public on Thursday, April 27 at noon at citywinery.com/chicago.

The Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts Presents Justin Roberts and The Not Ready for Naptime Players
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2017

Called the 'Judy Blume of kiddie rock' (The New York Times), Grammy-nominated Justin Roberts and The Not Ready for Naptime Players dish out intelligent and whimsically-rocking music for kids and their parents at Pepperdine University's Smothers Theatre at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Today, January 21.

The Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts presents Justin Roberts and The Not Ready for Naptime Players
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2016

Called the 'Judy Blume of kiddie rock' (The New York Times), Grammy-nominated Justin Roberts and The Not Ready for Naptime Players dish out intelligent and whimsically-rocking music for kids and their parents at Pepperdine University's Smothers Theatre at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 21.

Dumpstaphunk, Henhouse NYE, Bawdy Stories, Dirtwire and More at Martyrs'
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2016

See what's going on this week at Martys'!

Justin Roberts Performs Family Concert at The Jewish Museum, 10/14
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 28, 2012

The acclaimed indie kids' singer Justin Roberts will perform at The Jewish Museum on Sunday, October 14 at 2:00 pm. Kids will dance to Roberts' upbeat acoustic-pop and soulful sounds, and hear whimsical songs from his Grammy-nominated album, Jungle Gym, such as 'We Go Duck' and 'New Haircut,' along with hip tunes with a biblical twist from Why Not Sea Monsters: Songs from the Hebrew Scriptures. Justin will be joined by the Not Ready for Naptime Players, featuring Liam Davis (electric guitar/keyboards/vocals) and Gerald Dowd (drums).

500 Clown Theater Presents 500 CLOWN CHRISTMAS 12/18-20
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2009

500 Clown, a nonprofit theater, presents its holiday hit 500 Clown Christmas for a limited holiday 2009 engagement at North Central College's Madden Theater.

500 Clown Theater Presents 500 CLOWN CHRISTMAS 12/18-20
by BWW News Desk - Dec 19, 2009

500 Clown, a nonprofit theater, presents its holiday hit 500 Clown Christmas for a limited holiday 2009 engagement at North Central College's Madden Theater.

500 Clown Theater Presents 500 CLOWN CHRISTMAS 12/18-20
by BWW News Desk - Dec 18, 2009

500 Clown, a nonprofit theater, presents its holiday hit 500 Clown Christmas for a limited holiday 2009 engagement at North Central College's Madden Theater.

Photo Flash: 500 CLOWN CHRISTMAS At North Central College's Madden Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 12, 2009

500 Clown, a nonprofit theater, presents its holiday hit 500 Clown Christmas for a limited holiday 2009 engagement at North Central College's Madden Theater. Three Clowns welcome the audience into a musical celebration of action-based performance and improvisation that would make Fezziwig proud, complete with a holiday toast, gift-giving and original live music written by John Fournier

500 Clown Theater Presents 500 CLOWN CHRISTMAS 12/18-20
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 11, 2009

500 Clown, a nonprofit theater, presents its holiday hit 500 Clown Christmas for a limited holiday 2009 engagement at North Central College's Madden Theater.

500 CLOWN AND THE ELEPHANT DEAL Opens At Steppenwolf 6/25
by BWW News Desk - Jun 25, 2009

500 Clown Theater presents '500 Clown and the Elephant Deal' - a musical missile aimed at the tenuous border between fiction and reality - as part of Steppenwolf Theatre Company's Visiting Company Initiative.

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