Tag Archives: Chicago

September 06

Alessia Cara Releases ‘This Summer’ EP Today

Grammy Award®-winning singer-songwriter Alessia Cara releases new EP THIS SUMMER on the last night of the Shawn Mendes tour, via Def Jam Recordings. Get it here! In celebration of the EP, Twitter has launched a new Twitter emoji of a flower drawn by Alessia. Throughout the day fans will be able to ask her various questions using #AskAlessia. At 4:30PM EST today, Alessia will choose the […]

September 02

‘The Phantom of the Opera’ | Cadillac Palace Theatre |December 18, 2019 – January 5, 2020

Cameron Mackintosh’s spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA makes its triumphant return to Chicago as part of its North American Tour. Critics are raving that this breathtaking production is “bigger and better than ever before” and features a brilliant new scenic design by Paul Brown, Tony Award®-winning original costume […]

August 21

Wizard World Chicago | August 22 – 25, 2019

This weekend, thousands of nerds – and those who love them – will converge at Wizard World Chicago at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center to celebrate the best in pop culture. The event features celebrities from movies, comics, video gaming, TV, horror, collectibles & more! This year’s featured celebrity guests include: John Travolta – Grease, […]

July 26

Daya Releases Three Remixes for Her Single “Insomnia”

Check out her latest single, “Left Me Yet.” And don’t miss the Grammy Award-winning multi-platinum singer/songwriter in Chicago for North Halsted Market Days. More info.: Instagram Twitter Facebook Website

July 26

Lips Chicago Grand Opening | August 23 – 25, 2019

Be the first to experience Chicago’s ultimate in drag dining! The world famous Lips comes to Chicago, with opening nights Friday & Saturday featuring the Ladies of Lips Glitz and Glam Spectacular starring Miss Shavonna B Brooks! For more info., click here!

July 25

Ross Mathews Presents Dragtastic Bubbly Brunch | City Winery | July 28, August 11, Sept. 15, 2019

“I wanted to combine my love for Drag with my love for mimosas, and I really think I nailed it. For an hour and a half, we can all shut the door on the outside world to smile, cheers and sing along. I’ll see you there!” – Ross RuPaul’s Drag Race judge Ross Mathews presents […]

July 25

Avril Lavigne | Chicago Theatre | Sept. 26, 2019

The “Complicated” singer will embark on a limited US tour, which brings her to The Chicago Theatre Sept. 26. Lavigne’s “Head Above Water” tour marks five years since she has toured. Her latest album Head Above Water is available now.     For more info. & tickets: Facebook: http://facebook.com/avrillavigne Twitter: http://twitter.com/avrillavigne Instagram: http://instagram.com/avrillavigne Website: http://avrilavigne.com

July 17

‘Now & Then’ | Pride Arts Center Chicago | July 12 – August 11, 2019

Now & Then tells the story of one couple, Daniel and Greg, over four decades. Three actors play Daniel and three actors play Greg. We follow Greg and Daniel on their journey together in this life-affirming musical about love and the complications and rewards of staying together through life’s ups and downs. For more info. […]

July 17

North Halsted Market Days | August 10-11, 2019

The 38th annual Northalsted Market Days® festival, celebrating life & community in Chicago’s historic Boystown/Lakeview district, kicks off August 10. The 1/2 mile long festival features all-day lineups of live music on 5 stages, 200+ unique vendors, arts, crafts, food and drink, DJ’s and dancing, sponsor booths, and more. This year’s fierce concert line-up includes […]

June 25

Fire Down Below’s Chicago Pride Guide

Check out our full schedule for Chicago’s Gay High Holy Days! Access the schedule anytime; visit the mobile site for a schedule on the go! #FDBCPG Thursday, June 27:   What: Lark Pride VIP Cocktail Party Where: Lark When: 5-7pm What: Pride Bowl Pre-Party Where: Sidetrack When: 7 – 10pm What: High Femme Where: Cerise […]