Chicago Theatre offers a variety of Comedy Superstars in September. Summer may be coming to an end, but Chicago Theatre’s upcoming line-up is a hot one.

Labor Day Weekend All Star Comedy Festival: September 3, 2024
This Labor Day Weekend you will laugh until you cry. The Allstar Comedy Festival on Saturday, September 3 features Don “DC” Curry (“Next Friday”, “Friday After Next.”, “No Chit”), Tony Rock , Tony Roberts (“DEF COMEDY JAM”, “It’s Showtime at The Apollo”, The Shaquille O’Neal All Star Comedy Jam), Chicago’s very own Damon Williams, G-Thang, Kenny Howell (“Def Comedy Jam”, “Apollo Comedy Hour”), and Coco (“One Mic Stand”, “Showtime at the Apollo”, Tyler Perry’s “For Better or Worse”).

Hannibal Buress: The Hannibal Montanabal Experience: September 14, 2024
Hannibal Buress is a wildly popular Emmy and WGA Award nominated comedian, writer and actor who is a favorite of fans and critics on big and small screens alike. With appearances in a variety of hit TV shows and feature films under his belt, three hour standup specials, and The New York Times lauding him as one of the most “supremely gifted and respected” comics around, Hannibal is emerging as a comedy superstar.
Check out Hannibal on The Jimmy Fallon Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXvJqiyiMqQ

Lake Street Dive with Anderson East: September 23, 2024
A “side pony,” the hairstyle that Lake Street Dive’s Nonesuch debut is named after, is the kind of one-sided Cubism-worthy ’do that requires unwavering self-confidence to pull off. The foursome is not referring to the demure, swept-to-the-side fashion Taylor Swift occasionally sports, but more the outré look of, say, Napoleon Dynamite’s friend Deb. However, a side pony, for them, is really a metaphor for their philosophy and personality as a band, one that seamlessly incorporates R&B, pop, ’60s-era rock, and soul into a unique, dance-party-ready mix. Side Pony, recorded in the winter of 2015, has an exhilarating feel from start to finish. The arrangements offer a knowing nod to the past while the lyrics tackle the pitfalls of modern romance in a manner that’s often more playful than rueful. Neither her heart nor her hairstyle will be messed with.

For more info, visit www.thechicagotheatre.com.

After visiting the iconic Chicago Theater, another World-Famous destination is just around the corner at Billy Goat Tavern, where you can Butt in Anytime.

Chicago Theatre has the hottest tickets in town with fast-selling upcoming performances. What goes great with hot tickets? Yep, a hot cheezborger with chips and a Coke. Sounds like a perfect plan to us!

A Night with Janis Joplin: March 6, 2025
“A Night with Janis Joplin” is a musical journey celebrating Janis and her biggest musical influences – trailblazers like Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Odetta, Nina Simone and Bessie Smith, who inspired one of Rock ’n’ Roll’s greatest legends. Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Janis Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Audiences will enjoy Joplin’s favorites (featuring Mary Bridget Davies in the starring role), including “Summertime,” “Piece of My Heart,” “Cry Baby,” and “Me and Bobby McGee,” among others.
Trevor Noah: March 26, 2025 – additional show added by popular demand!
Trevor Noah is known as the most successful comedian in Africa and currently hosts the Emmy and Peabody Award-winning program The Daily Show on Comedy Central. He made his U.S. television debut in 2012 on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and also appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman, becoming the first South African stand-up comedian to appear on either late night show.
Check him out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFNYDKS7uFo

For more info, visit www.thechicagotheatre.com.

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It’s in the Air this February – Amore and the sweet smell of Cheezborgers, that is!

With Valentine’s Day soon approaching, we’ve got the ticket to the best date ideas in Chicago. Visit two historic landmark destinations in Chicago – the iconic Chicago Theater and legendary Billy Goat Tavern on Lake Street – for a night on the town that will be a ‘love affair’ to remember.

Valentine’s Love Affair: February 13, 2025
Celebrate the eve of Valentine’s Day with the ‘return of the tender lover’, aka American R&B musician, singer-songwriter and record producer Kenny ‘Babyface’ Edmonds. This one-night only concert will also feature Ledisi and Eric Benet.

Jason Isbell: February 20, 2025
American singer-songwriter and guitarist Jason Isbell first gained notoriety as a member of Drive-By Truckers. Now, Isbell has embarked on a solo career where he has launched five successful albums including Something More Than Free which simultaneously debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Rock Albums, Folk Albums and Top Country Albums charts. Joining Isbell on tour will be his band, The 400 Unit, featuring Derry Deborja, Chad Gamble, Jimbo Hart and Sadler Vaden and the American folk duo Shovels & Rope.

Il Volo: February 26, 2025
The critically acclaimed pop opera trio is returning to the The Chicago Theatre!
In anticipation to their upcoming tour, Il Volo is set to release their fifth studio album Grande Amore at the end of September via Sony Music. Get ready to fall in Amore as they serenade you with some of their newest songs from the album. Check out Chicago Theatre’s special VIP Meet & Greet packages!

For more info, visit www.thechicagotheatre.com.

Afterwards, join us for Cheezborgers, Cheeps, and a Coke. Forget about making dinner reservations – at Billy Goat Tavern, you can Butt in Anytime.