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Wednesday, December 05, 2012
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A Christmas Carol| Oakbrook Terrace |
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A Christmas Carol, an annual holiday tradition, will be presented from Nov. 23-Dec. 12. Families can have breakfast with Santa Claus on select performance dates, with a festive buffet-style menu complete with seasonal favorites.
Where: Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace
When: 10 a.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays; 1 p.m. on Sundays.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: $12
Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical| Chicago |
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In a world where a trip to the Laundromat threatens to separate Trixie from her beloved bunny, a girl needs a hero to help--Dad. Can her parents understand what she's saying in time to rescue Knuffle Bunny? Performances run Oct. 2, 2012-Jan. 6, 2013.
Where: Emerald City Theatre Company
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: $16, $13 kids, limited number of $10 tickets available for all performances
Hip-Hop Aesop III: Jazzed, Bopped and Beat-Boxed| Chicago |
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This third installment continues the marriage of classic literature to music. Students will be introduced to Blues concepts along with other contemporary music. Playwright J. e Franklin reconstructs timeless fables about morals and values that stimulate critical thinking in a setting filled with music, fun, and laughter. Showtimes are 10 a.m. and noon Monday-Friday from Oct. 29-June 14. Summer performances are June 24-Aug. 2.
Where: eta Creative Arts Foundation
Ages: Elementary, Tweens, Teens
Cost: $6
It Shoudda Been Me| Chicago |
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Teenage DeShawn goes from making exceptional to poor grades in a matter of months due to the violent death of his best friend and the break-up of his family. Presented in collaboration with the University of Chicago Urban Health Initiative, this performance examines the need to recognize signs of depression in youth due to family disintegration and violence. Performances run Oct. 29-June 14.
Where: eta Creative Arts Foundation
When: 10 a.m. and noon Monday-Friday
Ages: Elementary, Tweens, Teens
Cost: $6
A Christmas Carol| Chicago |
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The Goodman presents its annual production of the Dickens Christmas classic from Nov. 17-Dec. 29. Tickets can be purchased at the box office, by phone, or on the website.
Where: Goodman Theatre
When: Visit Web site for schedule.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Call for cost
Cinderella| Lincolnshire |
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Join Cinderella, her Fairy Godmother, a handsome Prince, and two selfish stepsisters in Rodgers and Hammerstein's most beloved tale. Performances run Nov. 17-Dec. 31.
Where: Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: $15
A Christmas Carol| Arlington Heights |
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It's the story of old, grumpy Mr. Scrooge and his employee Bob Cratchit, all told from the perspective of the Cratchit family. Scrooge has all the money he could hope for, but his stingy ways leave his loyal assistant struggling to support his family, especially his ill son Tiny Tim. Scrooge is visited by three spirits on Christmas Eve who remind Scrooge what the Christmas season is all about - to bring everyone together for a Merry Christmas. Performances run Dec. 5-21.
Where: Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: $28.50, $15.50 kids 12 and under
Annie| Aurora |
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Bring the entire family and join Annie and her pint-sized cohorts on the musical adventure of a lifetime. Performances run Nov. 21-Dec. 30.
Where: Paramount Arts Centre and Theatre
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: $34.90/$39.90/$46.90
The Gifts of the Magi| Chicago |
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In 1905, newlyweds Jim and Della lovingly sacrifice their greatest possessions and find a holiday treasure in this family-friendly show. Performances run Nov. 17-Dec. 23.
Where: Porchlight Music Theatre
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Call for cost.
It's A Wonderful Life: A Radio Play presented by WS Rep| Crystal Lake |
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Inspired by the classic holiday film, this production is presented as a 1940's live radio broadcast in front of a live audience. It's your chance to fall in love with the story of Bedford Falls all over again. 8 p.m. Nov. 23, 24, 30; Dec. 1, 14, 15; 3 p.m. Dec. 1.
Where: Raue Center for the Arts
Cost: $22-$28
















