Arts & Entertainment
From Broadway Tunes to Hubbard Street Dance, Here Are 5 Shows to Brighten Your Weekend
Hubbard Street dancers Aaron Choate, Michele Dooley, Cyrie Topete, Jacqueline Burnett and Simone Stevens in “Into Being” by FLOCK. (Michelle Reid)
The Super Bowl is over, and we are now in the 40th year since the Chicago Bears won the big game. Meanwhile, the arts and culture scene in Chicago just keeps winning. So… go Bears! But let’s not forget to support our other teams. Here are a few favorites and underdogs to place your bets on:
“A Concert Celebrating the Life of Sir Andrew Davis” – Lyric Opera
Revel in the artistry of the late Sir Andrew Davis, Lyric’s principal conductor for more than 20 years. Vivid voices join the Lyric Opera Orchestra and Chorus in a program of significant works in Davis’ life — and a new orchestral tribute to him composed by his son, Ed Frazier Davis. Feb. 15
“How to Be Cool” – The Neo-Futurist Theater
A member of the Neo-Futurist ensemble (Neil Bhandari) literally unpacks his baggage in this provocative solo show. Monologue, dance and live music take turns in the spotlight as Bhandari explores themes of identity and masculinity. Through March 1
“Seth’s Broadway Concert Series” – Studebaker Theater
Chicago’s Jessie Mueller returns for a rare recital, of sorts. Mueller joins human Broadway encyclopedia Seth Rudetsky for stories and songs from “Beautiful” (for which Mueller won a Tony), “Carousel” (which she memorably performed at Court Theatre in 2008) and an ever-changing setlist. Feb. 14
“White Cities: A Musical Tribute to Charles White” – Logan Center
Jazz pianist Gerald Clayton leads a quintet honoring American artist Charles White — you may recall a marvelous exhibition of his work at the Art Institute in 2018. This performance draws inspiration from White’s mural “5 Great American Negroes” and delves into themes of oppression and resilience. Feb. 14
“Hubbard Street Dance Chicago: Winter Series” – Harris Theater
Dance companies exist for 47 years for a reason. Chicago’s Hubbard Street builds on their sold-out fall program with a physically demanding series that promises to push boundaries. It’s all part of their ongoing mission to awaken the human spirit through a landscape of dance. Feb. 13-16
Marc Vitali is the JCS Fund of the DuPage Foundation Arts Correspondent.
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