Eastern Illinois University

Chicago Tap Theatre (CTT) has announcedthe 2023-2024 season and also highlight Jennifer Yonally and Dancer Molly Smith's new roles at Chicago Tap Theatre. 

Newfields has announced a new series of outdoor public art installations for The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park that will activate the park and create dynamic opportunities for engagement and exploration.

What do you get when you combine the pianistic finesse of Michael Feinstein, the smooth phrasing of Tony Bennett, and the bawdy wit of Bette Midler? You get Michael McAssey, who for 40 years has reigned as the clown prince of New York cabaret, and has enchanted as one of its most talented troubadours. He calls what he does 'schtick.' But that's undervaluing his unique blend of beautiful ballad singing and standup, or rather 'sit down' comedy.

Chicago born songstress, Lauren Phillips, has been busy building her music career, even through the limitations of the Covid crisis.

Piano man Michael McAssey hosts Piano Bar Live! Tuesday, June 16th at 7:15 pm ET, following New York City's 7 O'Clock Cheer. This week's guests will be Sal Viviano, Liz Larsen, Phyllis Pastore, Mark Hartman, Beckie Menzie, Yvette Monique Clark and our weekly mystery guest!

The Doudna Fine Arts Center at Eastern Illinois University opens its 2019-20 season with Cocktail Hour: The Show, by New York City-based company Ballets with a Twist, on September 19 and 20. The engagement will feature two different program line-ups drawing on an extensive repertory of theatrical dance cocktails. Throughout the evening, beer, wine, and a special selection of cocktails and mocktails from the program will be available in the main Concourse.