‘Twas the Night Before…by Cirque du Soleil
WHAT: ‘Twas the Night Before… is Cirque du Soleil’s first Christmas show, based on the classic poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas” by Clement Clarke Moore.
WHERE: The Chicago Theatre, 175 North State Street in Chicago
WHEN: Dec. 11—28
For King & Country’s A Drummer Boy Christmas
WHAT: Celebrate the magic of the season with For King & Country’s A Drummer Boy Christmas. Billed as an unforgettable concert experience.
WHERE: Rosemont Theatre, 5400 North River Road in Rosemont
WHEN: 7 p.m. on Dec. 12 and 13
The Nutcracker on Ice
WHAT: Creative Arts Theater proudly presents The Nutcracker on Ice, a shimmering winter wonderland where classic holiday magic meets breathtaking skating artistry.
WHERE: Seven Bridges Ice Arena, 6690 IL-53 in Woodridge
WHEN: 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. on Dec. 13; 1 p.m. on Dec. 14
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
WHAT: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet is an international ensemble that showcases a fusion of talent from ballet companies worldwide.
WHERE: Rosemont Theatre, 5400 North River Road in Rosemont
WHEN: 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. on Dec. 14
Manual Cinema’s ‘A Christmas Carol’
WHAT: Manual Cinema’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ features hundreds of handmade puppets, immersive sound design and a stunning live score, Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol is a holiday show unlike any other.
WHERE: Studebaker Theater, 410 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago
WHEN: Dec. 12—28
Krampus: The Fright Before Christmas
WHAT: 13th Floor Chicago presents the return of the haunted pop-up, Krampus: The Fright Night Before Christmas, where guests better watch out, and they better not cry because Krampus is coming to town.
WHERE: 13th Floor Chicago, 5050 River Road in Schiller Park
WHEN: Dec. 12—14
A Merry Little Christmas with Megan Hilty
WHAT: Ring in the holidays with A Merry Little Christmas with Megan Hilty, as she and her longtime friend and music director Matt Cusson weave together classic and contemporary holiday tunes along with Broadway favorites
WHERE: Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater, 1650 North Halsted Street in Chicago
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 12th; 3 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 13th
Songs of Good Cheer
WHAT: The 27th annual Songs of Good Cheer is an annual Holiday Caroling Party hosted by Mary Schmich and Eric Zorn, featuring songs both familiar and new. Songbooks are provided.
WHERE: Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 North Lincoln Avenue in Chicago
WHEN: Dec. 11—14
Concert: Matteo Bocelli: Falling in Love Tour
WHO: Matteo Bocelli is an Italian classical crossover singer, songwriter, and actor who is the son of the world-renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli
WHERE: Genesee Theatre, 203 North Genesee Street in Waukegan
WHEN: 8 p.m. on Dec. 12
Concert: Lady A: This Winter’s Night Tour
WHAT: Lady A is known as a contemporary pop and country crossover band.
WHERE: Genesee Theatre, 203 North Genesee Street in Waukegan
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 13
Movie Concert: ‘Home Alone’
WHAT: The holiday favorite movie, ‘Home Alone’, features John Williams’ score performed by members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
WHERE: Symphony Center, 220 South Michigan Avenue in Chicago
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 12; 1:30 p.m. on Dec. 13; 3 p.m. on Dec. 14
Holly Jolly Holiday Market
WHAT: The North Center Neighbors Association presents the 5th annual Holly Jolly Holiday Market a festive shopping experience with 25+ unique vendors, a holiday trolley to get your around the neighborhood, and live entertainment.
WHERE: North Center Town Square, 4100 North Damen Ave in Chicago
WHEN: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Dec. 13; 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Dec. 14
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