“Treat all artists with dignity and bring integrity to conversations and relationships”
– DL Chase
“Treat all artists with dignity and bring integrity to conversations and relationships”
– DL Chase
Imagine a grand staircase leading to a vintage venue with vaulted ceilings, stained glass windows, vintage chandeliers, a built-in stage, and all this complemented by a private Niche Bar and Lounge. The Sanctuary is perfectly suited for cabaret styled music productions, literary arts, comedy and magic shows.
Music Series in The Sanctuary Upcoming Events
June
sat13jun(jun 13)9:00 pmsun14(jun 14)2:30 amHidden Ideas Presents: b2BFF
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Hidden Ideas Presents: b2BFF Date: Saturday, June 13th, 2026 Doors & Showtime: 9:00PM Tickets: Tier 1- $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) Tier 2 - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) Tier
Event Details
Hidden Ideas Presents: b2BFF
Date: Saturday, June 13th, 2026
Doors & Showtime: 9:00PM
Tickets:
Tier 1- $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax)
Tier 2 - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
Tier 3 - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
Tier 4 - $30 (+$6.57 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Bringing you a Pride month HIDDEN x EAC party for you and all your besties, b2BFF is a night of bestie2bestie2bestie connections on the dance floor & behind the decks from 5 salaciously spicy sets of BFF selectors near and dear to our hearts. A bit of heaven for all you dancefloor demons in the Sanctuary at Epiphany, this June 13th from 9PM - 2:30 AM.
xoxo - Hidden Ideas
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thu18jun7:30 pm9:30 pmCOLLECTIVE VIEW: SOULED OUT
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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COLLECTIVE VIEW: SOULED OUT Date: Thursday, June 18th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) ‘Service
Event Details
COLLECTIVE VIEW: SOULED OUT
Date: Thursday, June 18th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
At the center of the movement is VAN KHAN, the leader and engine that drives COLLECTIVE VIEW forward. Known for his sharp lyricism, versatility, and nonstop work ethic, VAN KHAN has become one of the defining voices of the collective. While rap is his primary lane, his ability to cross into melodic and pop-inspired sounds earned him the nickname “the pop boy.” Projects like Bad for the Brand, Black Smosh featuring Dockend, and The Tele Boys Tape with Dockend and B.Donn continue to showcase his creativity and leadership.
Another standout member is Dockend, often described as the “Swiss Army knife” of CV because of his ability to seamlessly rap and sing. His unique style and unmatched lyrical creativity make him one of the most versatile artists in the collective. His standout hit Abosh!perfectly captures his experimental energy, blending charisma, humor, and unforgettable delivery.
Behind the sound of COLLECTIVE VIEW are producers and artists like Dia and Zavi. Dia brings emotion and poetry to the group through his smooth mix of R&B and melodic rap, producing records like CV Up while releasing songs such as Twinski and Bad Friends. Zavi complements that sound with dark, underground-inspired production and versatile beat-making heard on tracks like Abosh! and The Villians.
Starboy Uni has emerged as one of the collective’s key melodic voices, blending trap-inspired energy with emotional storytelling and catchy hooks. Tracks like Soul Tie highlight his ability to create music that feels personal while still delivering undeniable star power. His sound adds emotion, atmosphere, and replay value to the CV catalog.
Another essential pillar of the collective is Benzo, whose impact stretches beyond being an artist. As both an engineer and bilingual rapper, Benzo brings a unique international flavor to the group’s sound. Songs like Green showcase his ability to transition effortlessly between melodic flows and sharp bars, making him a major creative force within CV.
Artists like B.Donn and Trev00 continue to push the collective’s range even further. B.Donn’s emotional R&B vocals on songs like Stay Aroundand No Morals showcase his versatility and soulful presence, while Trev00’s aggressive drill and trap style on tracks like Ignorant from his debut project Kha00s brings raw intensity and fearless energy to the movement.
Behind the scenes, creatives like Chris, Felix, Socon, Arely, Evelyn, Neph, Ant, and Zach help bring the vision to life through visuals, production, management, design, promotion, and live instrumentation. Together, COLLECTIVE VIEW proves it is more than a collective — it is a family, a movement, and a creative force dedicated to pushing culture forward.
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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fri19jun7:00 pm8:30 pmThe Alèc Trio present: A Tribute to Herbie Hancock
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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The Alèc Trio present: A Tribute to Herbie Hancock Date: Friday, June 19th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:00PM Tickets: Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) Day
Event Details
The Alèc Trio present: A Tribute to Herbie Hancock
Date: Friday, June 19th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:00PM
Tickets:
Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 2 - $60 (+$14.16 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 4 - $120 (+$15.96 fees, including tax)
VIP tables include admission for 2 or 4 people and a reserved table close to the stage
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Micah Aléc Collier is one of Chicago's young and promising bassist, teacher and composer. His artistic love of traditional jazz and funky bass lines helps to create a powerful musical voyage. Micah has grown in Chicago’s jazz scene by participating in The Jazz Institute of Chicago’s Jazz Ambassador program and Ernest Dawkins Young Masters program, while being mentored by international musicians Vincent Davis, Michael Manson and Junius Paul who helped to shape his diverse sound.
Leading his band Proximity and the Aléc Trio across the Chicago area performing at venues such as Dorians, Andy’s Jazz Club, The Jazz Showcase, The Promontory and the Pritzker Pavilion. As well as playing the Hyde Park Jazz Festival, Worldwide Music Fest, Le Guess Who, North Sea Jazz Fest, Belgrade Jazz Festival and the Heidelberg Jazz Festival. Micah has had the pleasure of playing with artists such as Aja Monet, Dee Alexander, Marquis Hill, Isaiah Collier, Kendrick Scott, Keyon Harold, Ashley Henry, Corey Wilkes and Makaya McCraven.
Releasing his debut album “Becoming” as well as "Live at Dorians Vol.1". Micah Collier brings a new resonance to contemporary jazz. Bridging the classic sounds of McCoy Tyner with the electric sounds of Marcus Miller, as well as his love of Chicago House Music to create his unique sound of Jazz Fusion. He expands the understanding of jazz to be inclusive of other genres to create music that feels good to the soul.
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sat20jun7:30 pm9:00 pmLunar Ticks
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Lunar Ticks Date: Saturday, June 20th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
Event Details
Lunar Ticks
Date: Saturday, June 20th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax)
Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Lunar Ticks are an eclectic Improvisational/Alternative Rock band from Chicago, IL.
The band is influenced by the songwriting and studio experimentation of 90's and 2000's innovative Alternative/Indie rock bands like Wilco, My Morning Jacket, Ween, Pavement, and Dr. Dog, and fuses it with genre-bending, progressive musicality, and exploratory improvisations in the vein of The Grateful Dead, Phish, and Umphrey's McGee.
Each setlist is curated from their diverse and expansive song list of originals and covers; debuting new material at almost every show. Extended improvisational passages can turn on a dime or meditate and unfurl in unexpected ways. Lunar Ticks aim to create a unique and memorable experience every time they pick up their instruments.
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
sun21jun7:30 pm9:00 pmIAN MAKSIN: "THE POWER OF CELLO"
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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IAN MAKSIN: "THE POWER OF CELLO" Date: Sunday, June 21st, 2026 Doors: 6:30PM Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $30 (+$6.57 fees, including tax) Day of Show - $35 (+$7.23 fees, including
Event Details
IAN MAKSIN: "THE POWER OF CELLO"
Date: Sunday, June 21st, 2026
Doors: 6:30PM
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Advanced - $30 (+$6.57 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $35 (+$7.23 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 2 - $80 (+$14.76 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 4 - $160 (+$17.16 fees, including tax)
VIP tables include admission for 2 or 4 people and a reserved table close to the stage
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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fri26jun(jun 26)8:00 pmsun28(jun 28)11:30 pmJohnny Bear & Friends
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Johnny Bear & Friends Date: Friday, June 26th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 8:00PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) General Admission - $20
Event Details
Johnny Bear & Friends
Date: Friday, June 26th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 8:00PM
Tickets:
Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax)
General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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sat27jun(jun 27)9:00 pmsun28(jun 28)2:00 amSayaw Tayo (Let's Dance)
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Sayaw Tayo (Let's Dance) Date: Saturday, June 27th, 2026 Doors & Showtime: 9:00PM Tickets: First 150 RSVPS - FREE Tier 1 - $5 (+$4.27 fees, including tax) Tier 2 -
Event Details
Sayaw Tayo (Let's Dance)
Date: Saturday, June 27th, 2026
Doors & Showtime: 9:00PM
Tickets:
First 150 RSVPS - FREE
Tier 1 - $5 (+$4.27 fees, including tax)
Tier 2 - $10 (+$4.42 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
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July
sat18jul5:00 pm10:00 pmDJ Dagwood - The Chicago Steppers Mix Experience
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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DJ Dagwood - The Chicago Steppers Mix Experience Date: Saturday, July 18th, 2026 Doors & Showtime: 5:00PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees,
Event Details
DJ Dagwood - The Chicago Steppers Mix Experience
Date: Saturday, July 18th, 2026
Doors & Showtime: 5:00PM
Tickets:
Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax)
General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
This event is for all my Steppers fans, friends and subscribers that follow all my steppers mixes on my DJ Dagwood YouTube Channel and it's time to show, play, and entertain for my Chicago Steppers Community! Please join me on Saturday July 18th 5:00-10 P.M.
The Epiphany Center for the Arts presenting The DJ Dagwood Chicago Steppers Mix Experience
"Come one, come all, let's step"
For more info: chicagosteppersmix@gmail.com
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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sun26jul7:30 pm9:30 pmRiver & Rail
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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River & Rail Date: Sunday, July 26th, 2026 Doors: 6:30PM Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) ‘Service charges apply to ALL
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River & Rail
Date: Sunday, July 26th, 2026
Doors: 6:30PM
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax)
General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Grace and Alex Fincher are Nashville-based Indie Folk/Americana duo, "River & Rail."
Possessing a voice equal parts haunting and agile, Grace brandishes a unique, captivating tone. Alex adds plaintive supporting vocals and textural acoustic guitar that weaves between the lines of Grace’s poignant lyrics.
River & Rail has crafted a rich, yet close sound that leans into storytelling, dynamics, and improvised embellishment.
In September 2025 R&R released their debut album "Lovers, Enemies, Always Friends” with Imagine House Records, distributed by Vere Music/ADA.
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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August
fri14aug7:00 pm9:00 pmBasement Collective w/ Adela's and Semi-Cycle
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Basement Collective w/ Adela's and Semi-Cycle Date: Friday, August 14th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:00PM Tickets: Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) Day of Show -
Event Details
Basement Collective w/ Adela's and Semi-Cycle
Date: Friday, August 14th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:00PM
Tickets:
Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About Basement Collective:
Basement Collective is a progressive-fusion group of instrumentalists with the goal of expressing wild creativity and pushing the boundaries of their musical knowledge. Their compositions are unique blends of jazz, classical theory, prog-rock, and metal, resulting in sonically diverse and richly dynamic musical expression.
About Adela's:
With simple arrangements and warm honesty, Adela fuses elements of classical, folk and pop music to create a unique, multi-dimensional sound. Most often seen performing on cello, she also performs on guitar, piano and ukulele. Whether it's writing songs, working for the radio, or curating special music events, Adela always has one simple goal: to connect people and create beauty with all that she does.
About Semi-Cycle:
Semi-Cycle is the primordial sonic template from which Kristofer Hansen creates and proliferates music. Driven by dance music, soul, ambience and loop based architecture, Semi-Cycle is not tied to one genre but rather is connected to an essence of passion and entranced euphoria. Taking a variety of forms as a solo act to a full band and everything in between, Semi-Cycle incorporates written music with experimental improvisations to create a one-of-a-kind yet recognizable sound every time.
https://www.instagram.com/semi_cycle/
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Afro Dead: Grateful Dead Played Afro-Pop, with special guest Josh Olken (Terrapin Flyer) Date: Thursday, August 20th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $25 (+$5.13
Event Details
Afro Dead: Grateful Dead Played Afro-Pop, with special guest Josh Olken (Terrapin Flyer)
Date: Thursday, August 20th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Advanced - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $30 (+$6.57 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Afro Dead is a musical collective formed in 2022 by Aaron Feder to reimagine the music of the Grateful Dead in Afro-Pop styles, such as soukous, Afrobeat, high-life, reggae and more. He has been able to use his experience as founder and band leader of Alma Afrobeat Ensemble (four albums, four US tours) and co-founder of the record label Slow Walk Music (home to African music made in Spain) resulting in a Summer 2024 tour of the US and Canada, and a Fall 2024 tour of Spain.
For 2026 the band will feature the amazing singer London Kay, most known for touring with Heart and the internationally touring Grateful Dead act Terrapin Flyer.
Aaron Feder has been a lifelong participant in the Grateful Dead’s music scene, having played and recorded with Grammy award winners Peter Rowan and Eric Krasno, as well as members of Phil Lesh and Friends, Greensky Bluegrass, Leftover Salmon, Everyone Orchestra and much more. Aaron’s varied musical experiences has helped create a vibrant, one-of-a-kind musical project, mixing classic Americana compositions with danceable African grooves and a healthy dose of improvisation.
The band’s version of Dark Star was featured on the compilation “The Music Plays the Band” alongside Dark Star Orchestra, Oteil Burbridge, ALO and many more.
Josh Olken (Terrapin Flyer) who has recently played with Al Dimeola and Derek Trucks, will be joining Afro Dead for this special show. Aaron and Josh have played many shows together, and bring an even more special flavor to this concert, combining their two unique interpretations of Jerry Garcia's six string legacy into a version of the Dead's songs you never expected!
Links
The Other One (Live feat: Sia Tolno)
Man Smart, Woman Smarter (Live, feat: Sia Tolno)
Dark Star (studio version feat: Sia Tolno)
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Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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fri21aug7:30 pm9:30 pmManasseh Birthday Show featuring Hasani Cannon w/ ABOLISHVICTORY!
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Manasseh Birthday Show featuring Hasani Cannon w/ ABOLISHVICTORY! Date: Friday, August 21st, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax) Day of
Event Details
Manasseh Birthday Show featuring Hasani Cannon w/ ABOLISHVICTORY!
Date: Friday, August 21st, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Advanced - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $30 (+$6.57 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About Manasseh:
Manasseh is a Chicago South Side-born vocalist, songwriter, arranger, and creative director whose work bridges soul, R&B, jazz, and cinematic soundscapes. Raised in the church and influenced early on by his mother—a gifted vocalist—his musical foundation was shaped through years of choir singing, which continues to inform his emotive, technically precise vocal approach.
Currently working as a vocal/session coach, background vocalist, songwriter, and music supervisor, Manasseh is widely regarded as a trusted collaborator and “go-to” creative for artists across genres. His work has appeared in major cultural spaces and media outlets, including the Chicago Tribune, EarMilk, and Ambient Vibez. His song “Inches” was featured on Tyler Perry’s BET hit series Sistas (Season 2, Episode 4).
In addition to his work as a recording and performing artist, Manasseh served as Music Supervisor for the short film Take 290, further expanding his footprint in visual media and narrative-driven sound design.
Manasseh has toured and collaborated with Grammy-nominated jazz trumpeter Marquis Hill, contributed vocals to Composers Collective: Beyond the Jukebox, and joined international pop star JoJo on her Too Much To Say Tour and at the Taste of Chicago. He has also served as music supervisor for the short film Take 290, created original programming for Malcolm X College, and regularly headlines shows and high-end corporate events nationwide.
His debut album Monochromatic Dream was released in 2022, followed by EPs including Variations V1 – I’ll Be. His forthcoming album, R&B[eyond], arrives Spring 2026 and is already earning early praise, signaling a bold next chapter in his evolving artistic vision.
Check out his new album, R&B[eyond], dropping on his birthday, 8/25!
About Hasani Cannon:
Hasani Cannon was born and raised in Oak Park IL, and has been developing his artist skills since the tender age of 5. In 2022, he received his BFA in visual arts at University of Illinois in Springfield and is currently based in Oak Park IL. During his highschool career, Hasani was a finalist in Congressman Danny Davis Art Competition, he was a featured Artist for the OPRFHS Art Gallery and he worked each summer since sophomore year with the Oak Park Arts Council Off The Wall project, even contributing to the Black Lives Matter mural in the summer of 2020. He had his first solo show in 2021 at Forest Park National Bank and took part in the Biennial Terrain show of 2021 along with several shows in the UIS Access gallery and in Chicago.
He is generally interested in the African diaspora, especially in the visual iconography and its evolution over time. His preferred medium is mixed media which includes the use of colored pencil, permanent marker, recyclable materials, and fabric. Hasani is also a musician and a dancer being a drummer for Chicago based dance company Najwa Dance Corp along with drumming in Chicago band Family Junket. He is also a member of the Studiofreelove art collective since 2023. During his undergraduate college career, he was heavily involved and a student leader of the Art Student League, Afrobeat Dance Crew, and African Student Association. You can follow his instagram @realhasanicannon to follow his artistic endeavors
About ABOLISHVICTORY!:
ABOLISHVICTORY! are the purveyors of the original sounds of R&Beyond - ranging sonically from dulcet to distorted, folk roots to politically charged house music, searing guitar solos and deep dance breaks to reach through the screens and touch you in your heart.
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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sun30aug7:30 pm9:00 pmSam Burns: Gone ‘Til Dawn Album Release Party
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Sam Burns: Gone ‘Til Dawn Album Release Party Date: Sunday, August 30th, 2026 Doors: 7:00PM Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) General Admission - $20 (+$4.72
Event Details
Sam Burns: Gone ‘Til Dawn Album Release Party
Date: Sunday, August 30th, 2026
Doors: 7:00PM
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax)
General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 2 - $60 (+$14.16 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 4 - $120 (+$15.96 fees, including tax)
VIP tables include admission for 2 or 4 people and a reserved table close to the stage
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
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September
thu24sep7:30 pm9:30 pmJulian Davis Reid & Circle of Trust Album Release for Mercy We Need
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Julian Davis Reid & Circle of Trust Album Release for Mercy We Need Date: Thursday, September 24th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $20 (+$4.72
Event Details
Julian Davis Reid & Circle of Trust Album Release for Mercy We Need
Date: Thursday, September 24th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 2 - $60 (+$14.16 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 4 - $120 (+$15.96 fees, including tax)
VIP tables include admission for 2 or 4 people and a reserved table close to the stage
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Julian Davis Reid is a contemplative, emotionally dynamic jazz and gospel pianist and composer from Chicago. His group’s 90-minute performance of his new project Mercy We Need lifts prayers that we can collectively hold during these uncertain times.
Band Members:
Julian Davis Reid – Piano and Compositions
Tramaine Parker – Vocals
Lenard Simpson – Alto Sax
Ethan Philion – Bass
James Russell Sims – Drums
Keisha Janae – Dance
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Julian Davis Reid is an artist-theologian from Chicago whose work invites us to rejoice, lament, and hope together. A graduate of Chicago’s Whitney M. Young High School, Yale University, and Candler School of Theology at Emory University, Julian is a pianist, composer, producer, speaker, and writer. His newest album, Mercy We Need (September 2026), is a jazz and gospel project that lifts our collective prayers during these uncertain times. Julian’s compositions and performances are emotionally dynamic, drawing from the worlds of Robert Glasper, Richard Smallwood, and Herbie Hancock. This concert will also include selections from his prior release, Vocation (2025). Julian’s Circle of Trust includes Tramaine Parker (vocals), Lenard Simpson (sax), Ethan Philion (bass), James Russell Sims (drums), and Keisha Janae (dance).
A former member of Isaiah Collier & The Chosen Few, Julian has performed across North America and Europe at events including the Jazz at Lincoln Center, Montreal Jazz Fest, Lollapalooza, and the Berlin Jazz Fest. He has also created with Jennifer Hudson, Chance the Rapper, Tank and the Bangas, Andrew Bird, Jamila Woods, Derrick Hodge, Keyon Harrold, Kenneth Whalum, Nat Reeves, and Abiodun Oyewole from The Last Poets.
An award-winning writer, Julian shares about his journey as an artist-theologian on his Substack “Julian’s Note.” He has published essays in several books, including the award-winning Naming the Spirit: Pneumatology through the Arts (2025). In 2021, Julian founded Notes of Rest, a project in contemplative spirituality that offers an integrated approach to faith, restfulness, and Black music. Julian’s work as musician and faith leader has been covered by the Chicago-Sun Times, Jazz Institute of Chicago, New York Times, Forbes, Sojourners, Billboard, and DownBeat. He lives in Chicago with his wife and daughter
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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Available Livestreams
Max Li Temple Toys
Jon Herman2026-06-05T16:47:50-05:00
July 19, 2026 - September 20th, 2026
Laleh Motlagh
The Jade
Jon Herman2026-06-03T08:39:10-05:00
July 19, 2026 - September 20th, 2026
Alberto Aguilar This is all I have left to give
Jon Herman2026-05-06T17:39:38-05:00
May 3, 2026 - July, 4th, 2026
Angelo Dolojan
Trespasses
Jon Herman2026-05-06T17:40:57-05:00
May 3, 2026 - July, 4th, 2026
Alex StarkAfter the Flood
Jon Herman2026-05-06T17:41:42-05:00
May 3, 2026 - July, 4th, 2026
Spudnik Press First Annual Chicago and Vicinity Riso Exhibition
Jon Herman2026-05-06T17:34:00-05:00
May 3, 2026 - July, 4th, 2026
Steven Piper
How Close Can You Get to a Stranger
Jon Herman2026-05-06T17:33:19-05:00
May 3, 2026 - July, 4th, 2026
Sarah and Joseph Belknap
The Desert as Mirror
Jon Herman2026-05-06T17:32:14-05:00
May 3, 2026 - July, 4th, 2026
Alexa Viscius
Portraits of People Who Make Music
Jon Herman2026-04-27T05:44:13-05:00
February 22, 2026 - April 25, 2026
Soo Shin and Tim Stone
Parallel Acts: A Practice of Staying
Jon Herman2026-04-27T05:19:59-05:00
February 22, 2026 - April 25, 2026
Ben Foch
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue
Jon Herman2026-04-27T05:21:34-05:00
February 22, 2026 - April 25, 2026
Forget Me Not
Jon Herman2026-04-27T05:23:00-05:00
February 22, 2026 - April 25, 2026
Imagine a grand staircase leading to a vintage venue with vaulted ceilings, stained glass windows, vintage chandeliers, a built-in stage, and all this complemented by a private Niche Bar and Lounge. The Sanctuary is perfectly suited for cabaret styled music productions, literary arts, comedy and magic shows.
Music Series in The Sanctuary Upcoming Events
June
sat13jun(jun 13)9:00 pmsun14(jun 14)2:30 amHidden Ideas Presents: b2BFF
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Hidden Ideas Presents: b2BFF Date: Saturday, June 13th, 2026 Doors & Showtime: 9:00PM Tickets: Tier 1- $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) Tier 2 - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) Tier
Event Details
Hidden Ideas Presents: b2BFF
Date: Saturday, June 13th, 2026
Doors & Showtime: 9:00PM
Tickets:
Tier 1- $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax)
Tier 2 - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
Tier 3 - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
Tier 4 - $30 (+$6.57 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Bringing you a Pride month HIDDEN x EAC party for you and all your besties, b2BFF is a night of bestie2bestie2bestie connections on the dance floor & behind the decks from 5 salaciously spicy sets of BFF selectors near and dear to our hearts. A bit of heaven for all you dancefloor demons in the Sanctuary at Epiphany, this June 13th from 9PM - 2:30 AM.
xoxo - Hidden Ideas
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thu18jun7:30 pm9:30 pmCOLLECTIVE VIEW: SOULED OUT
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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COLLECTIVE VIEW: SOULED OUT Date: Thursday, June 18th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) ‘Service
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COLLECTIVE VIEW: SOULED OUT
Date: Thursday, June 18th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
At the center of the movement is VAN KHAN, the leader and engine that drives COLLECTIVE VIEW forward. Known for his sharp lyricism, versatility, and nonstop work ethic, VAN KHAN has become one of the defining voices of the collective. While rap is his primary lane, his ability to cross into melodic and pop-inspired sounds earned him the nickname “the pop boy.” Projects like Bad for the Brand, Black Smosh featuring Dockend, and The Tele Boys Tape with Dockend and B.Donn continue to showcase his creativity and leadership.
Another standout member is Dockend, often described as the “Swiss Army knife” of CV because of his ability to seamlessly rap and sing. His unique style and unmatched lyrical creativity make him one of the most versatile artists in the collective. His standout hit Abosh!perfectly captures his experimental energy, blending charisma, humor, and unforgettable delivery.
Behind the sound of COLLECTIVE VIEW are producers and artists like Dia and Zavi. Dia brings emotion and poetry to the group through his smooth mix of R&B and melodic rap, producing records like CV Up while releasing songs such as Twinski and Bad Friends. Zavi complements that sound with dark, underground-inspired production and versatile beat-making heard on tracks like Abosh! and The Villians.
Starboy Uni has emerged as one of the collective’s key melodic voices, blending trap-inspired energy with emotional storytelling and catchy hooks. Tracks like Soul Tie highlight his ability to create music that feels personal while still delivering undeniable star power. His sound adds emotion, atmosphere, and replay value to the CV catalog.
Another essential pillar of the collective is Benzo, whose impact stretches beyond being an artist. As both an engineer and bilingual rapper, Benzo brings a unique international flavor to the group’s sound. Songs like Green showcase his ability to transition effortlessly between melodic flows and sharp bars, making him a major creative force within CV.
Artists like B.Donn and Trev00 continue to push the collective’s range even further. B.Donn’s emotional R&B vocals on songs like Stay Aroundand No Morals showcase his versatility and soulful presence, while Trev00’s aggressive drill and trap style on tracks like Ignorant from his debut project Kha00s brings raw intensity and fearless energy to the movement.
Behind the scenes, creatives like Chris, Felix, Socon, Arely, Evelyn, Neph, Ant, and Zach help bring the vision to life through visuals, production, management, design, promotion, and live instrumentation. Together, COLLECTIVE VIEW proves it is more than a collective — it is a family, a movement, and a creative force dedicated to pushing culture forward.
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
Organizer
fri19jun7:00 pm8:30 pmThe Alèc Trio present: A Tribute to Herbie Hancock
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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The Alèc Trio present: A Tribute to Herbie Hancock Date: Friday, June 19th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:00PM Tickets: Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) Day
Event Details
The Alèc Trio present: A Tribute to Herbie Hancock
Date: Friday, June 19th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:00PM
Tickets:
Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 2 - $60 (+$14.16 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 4 - $120 (+$15.96 fees, including tax)
VIP tables include admission for 2 or 4 people and a reserved table close to the stage
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Micah Aléc Collier is one of Chicago's young and promising bassist, teacher and composer. His artistic love of traditional jazz and funky bass lines helps to create a powerful musical voyage. Micah has grown in Chicago’s jazz scene by participating in The Jazz Institute of Chicago’s Jazz Ambassador program and Ernest Dawkins Young Masters program, while being mentored by international musicians Vincent Davis, Michael Manson and Junius Paul who helped to shape his diverse sound.
Leading his band Proximity and the Aléc Trio across the Chicago area performing at venues such as Dorians, Andy’s Jazz Club, The Jazz Showcase, The Promontory and the Pritzker Pavilion. As well as playing the Hyde Park Jazz Festival, Worldwide Music Fest, Le Guess Who, North Sea Jazz Fest, Belgrade Jazz Festival and the Heidelberg Jazz Festival. Micah has had the pleasure of playing with artists such as Aja Monet, Dee Alexander, Marquis Hill, Isaiah Collier, Kendrick Scott, Keyon Harold, Ashley Henry, Corey Wilkes and Makaya McCraven.
Releasing his debut album “Becoming” as well as "Live at Dorians Vol.1". Micah Collier brings a new resonance to contemporary jazz. Bridging the classic sounds of McCoy Tyner with the electric sounds of Marcus Miller, as well as his love of Chicago House Music to create his unique sound of Jazz Fusion. He expands the understanding of jazz to be inclusive of other genres to create music that feels good to the soul.
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sat20jun7:30 pm9:00 pmLunar Ticks
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Lunar Ticks Date: Saturday, June 20th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
Event Details
Lunar Ticks
Date: Saturday, June 20th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax)
Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Lunar Ticks are an eclectic Improvisational/Alternative Rock band from Chicago, IL.
The band is influenced by the songwriting and studio experimentation of 90's and 2000's innovative Alternative/Indie rock bands like Wilco, My Morning Jacket, Ween, Pavement, and Dr. Dog, and fuses it with genre-bending, progressive musicality, and exploratory improvisations in the vein of The Grateful Dead, Phish, and Umphrey's McGee.
Each setlist is curated from their diverse and expansive song list of originals and covers; debuting new material at almost every show. Extended improvisational passages can turn on a dime or meditate and unfurl in unexpected ways. Lunar Ticks aim to create a unique and memorable experience every time they pick up their instruments.
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
sun21jun7:30 pm9:00 pmIAN MAKSIN: "THE POWER OF CELLO"
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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IAN MAKSIN: "THE POWER OF CELLO" Date: Sunday, June 21st, 2026 Doors: 6:30PM Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $30 (+$6.57 fees, including tax) Day of Show - $35 (+$7.23 fees, including
Event Details
IAN MAKSIN: "THE POWER OF CELLO"
Date: Sunday, June 21st, 2026
Doors: 6:30PM
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Advanced - $30 (+$6.57 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $35 (+$7.23 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 2 - $80 (+$14.76 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 4 - $160 (+$17.16 fees, including tax)
VIP tables include admission for 2 or 4 people and a reserved table close to the stage
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
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Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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fri26jun(jun 26)8:00 pmsun28(jun 28)11:30 pmJohnny Bear & Friends
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Johnny Bear & Friends Date: Friday, June 26th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 8:00PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) General Admission - $20
Event Details
Johnny Bear & Friends
Date: Friday, June 26th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 8:00PM
Tickets:
Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax)
General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
Organizer
sat27jun(jun 27)9:00 pmsun28(jun 28)2:00 amSayaw Tayo (Let's Dance)
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Sayaw Tayo (Let's Dance) Date: Saturday, June 27th, 2026 Doors & Showtime: 9:00PM Tickets: First 150 RSVPS - FREE Tier 1 - $5 (+$4.27 fees, including tax) Tier 2 -
Event Details
Sayaw Tayo (Let's Dance)
Date: Saturday, June 27th, 2026
Doors & Showtime: 9:00PM
Tickets:
First 150 RSVPS - FREE
Tier 1 - $5 (+$4.27 fees, including tax)
Tier 2 - $10 (+$4.42 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
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July
sat18jul5:00 pm10:00 pmDJ Dagwood - The Chicago Steppers Mix Experience
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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DJ Dagwood - The Chicago Steppers Mix Experience Date: Saturday, July 18th, 2026 Doors & Showtime: 5:00PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees,
Event Details
DJ Dagwood - The Chicago Steppers Mix Experience
Date: Saturday, July 18th, 2026
Doors & Showtime: 5:00PM
Tickets:
Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax)
General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
This event is for all my Steppers fans, friends and subscribers that follow all my steppers mixes on my DJ Dagwood YouTube Channel and it's time to show, play, and entertain for my Chicago Steppers Community! Please join me on Saturday July 18th 5:00-10 P.M.
The Epiphany Center for the Arts presenting The DJ Dagwood Chicago Steppers Mix Experience
"Come one, come all, let's step"
For more info: chicagosteppersmix@gmail.com
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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sun26jul7:30 pm9:30 pmRiver & Rail
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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River & Rail Date: Sunday, July 26th, 2026 Doors: 6:30PM Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) ‘Service charges apply to ALL
Event Details
River & Rail
Date: Sunday, July 26th, 2026
Doors: 6:30PM
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax)
General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Grace and Alex Fincher are Nashville-based Indie Folk/Americana duo, "River & Rail."
Possessing a voice equal parts haunting and agile, Grace brandishes a unique, captivating tone. Alex adds plaintive supporting vocals and textural acoustic guitar that weaves between the lines of Grace’s poignant lyrics.
River & Rail has crafted a rich, yet close sound that leans into storytelling, dynamics, and improvised embellishment.
In September 2025 R&R released their debut album "Lovers, Enemies, Always Friends” with Imagine House Records, distributed by Vere Music/ADA.
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
Organizer
August
fri14aug7:00 pm9:00 pmBasement Collective w/ Adela's and Semi-Cycle
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Basement Collective w/ Adela's and Semi-Cycle Date: Friday, August 14th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:00PM Tickets: Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) Day of Show -
Event Details
Basement Collective w/ Adela's and Semi-Cycle
Date: Friday, August 14th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:00PM
Tickets:
Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About Basement Collective:
Basement Collective is a progressive-fusion group of instrumentalists with the goal of expressing wild creativity and pushing the boundaries of their musical knowledge. Their compositions are unique blends of jazz, classical theory, prog-rock, and metal, resulting in sonically diverse and richly dynamic musical expression.
About Adela's:
With simple arrangements and warm honesty, Adela fuses elements of classical, folk and pop music to create a unique, multi-dimensional sound. Most often seen performing on cello, she also performs on guitar, piano and ukulele. Whether it's writing songs, working for the radio, or curating special music events, Adela always has one simple goal: to connect people and create beauty with all that she does.
About Semi-Cycle:
Semi-Cycle is the primordial sonic template from which Kristofer Hansen creates and proliferates music. Driven by dance music, soul, ambience and loop based architecture, Semi-Cycle is not tied to one genre but rather is connected to an essence of passion and entranced euphoria. Taking a variety of forms as a solo act to a full band and everything in between, Semi-Cycle incorporates written music with experimental improvisations to create a one-of-a-kind yet recognizable sound every time.
https://www.instagram.com/semi_cycle/
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Afro Dead: Grateful Dead Played Afro-Pop, with special guest Josh Olken (Terrapin Flyer) Date: Thursday, August 20th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $25 (+$5.13
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Afro Dead: Grateful Dead Played Afro-Pop, with special guest Josh Olken (Terrapin Flyer)
Date: Thursday, August 20th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Advanced - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $30 (+$6.57 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Afro Dead is a musical collective formed in 2022 by Aaron Feder to reimagine the music of the Grateful Dead in Afro-Pop styles, such as soukous, Afrobeat, high-life, reggae and more. He has been able to use his experience as founder and band leader of Alma Afrobeat Ensemble (four albums, four US tours) and co-founder of the record label Slow Walk Music (home to African music made in Spain) resulting in a Summer 2024 tour of the US and Canada, and a Fall 2024 tour of Spain.
For 2026 the band will feature the amazing singer London Kay, most known for touring with Heart and the internationally touring Grateful Dead act Terrapin Flyer.
Aaron Feder has been a lifelong participant in the Grateful Dead’s music scene, having played and recorded with Grammy award winners Peter Rowan and Eric Krasno, as well as members of Phil Lesh and Friends, Greensky Bluegrass, Leftover Salmon, Everyone Orchestra and much more. Aaron’s varied musical experiences has helped create a vibrant, one-of-a-kind musical project, mixing classic Americana compositions with danceable African grooves and a healthy dose of improvisation.
The band’s version of Dark Star was featured on the compilation “The Music Plays the Band” alongside Dark Star Orchestra, Oteil Burbridge, ALO and many more.
Josh Olken (Terrapin Flyer) who has recently played with Al Dimeola and Derek Trucks, will be joining Afro Dead for this special show. Aaron and Josh have played many shows together, and bring an even more special flavor to this concert, combining their two unique interpretations of Jerry Garcia's six string legacy into a version of the Dead's songs you never expected!
Links
The Other One (Live feat: Sia Tolno)
Man Smart, Woman Smarter (Live, feat: Sia Tolno)
Dark Star (studio version feat: Sia Tolno)
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Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
Organizer
fri21aug7:30 pm9:30 pmManasseh Birthday Show featuring Hasani Cannon w/ ABOLISHVICTORY!
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Event Details
Manasseh Birthday Show featuring Hasani Cannon w/ ABOLISHVICTORY! Date: Friday, August 21st, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax) Day of
Event Details
Manasseh Birthday Show featuring Hasani Cannon w/ ABOLISHVICTORY!
Date: Friday, August 21st, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Advanced - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $30 (+$6.57 fees, including tax)
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About Manasseh:
Manasseh is a Chicago South Side-born vocalist, songwriter, arranger, and creative director whose work bridges soul, R&B, jazz, and cinematic soundscapes. Raised in the church and influenced early on by his mother—a gifted vocalist—his musical foundation was shaped through years of choir singing, which continues to inform his emotive, technically precise vocal approach.
Currently working as a vocal/session coach, background vocalist, songwriter, and music supervisor, Manasseh is widely regarded as a trusted collaborator and “go-to” creative for artists across genres. His work has appeared in major cultural spaces and media outlets, including the Chicago Tribune, EarMilk, and Ambient Vibez. His song “Inches” was featured on Tyler Perry’s BET hit series Sistas (Season 2, Episode 4).
In addition to his work as a recording and performing artist, Manasseh served as Music Supervisor for the short film Take 290, further expanding his footprint in visual media and narrative-driven sound design.
Manasseh has toured and collaborated with Grammy-nominated jazz trumpeter Marquis Hill, contributed vocals to Composers Collective: Beyond the Jukebox, and joined international pop star JoJo on her Too Much To Say Tour and at the Taste of Chicago. He has also served as music supervisor for the short film Take 290, created original programming for Malcolm X College, and regularly headlines shows and high-end corporate events nationwide.
His debut album Monochromatic Dream was released in 2022, followed by EPs including Variations V1 – I’ll Be. His forthcoming album, R&B[eyond], arrives Spring 2026 and is already earning early praise, signaling a bold next chapter in his evolving artistic vision.
Check out his new album, R&B[eyond], dropping on his birthday, 8/25!
About Hasani Cannon:
Hasani Cannon was born and raised in Oak Park IL, and has been developing his artist skills since the tender age of 5. In 2022, he received his BFA in visual arts at University of Illinois in Springfield and is currently based in Oak Park IL. During his highschool career, Hasani was a finalist in Congressman Danny Davis Art Competition, he was a featured Artist for the OPRFHS Art Gallery and he worked each summer since sophomore year with the Oak Park Arts Council Off The Wall project, even contributing to the Black Lives Matter mural in the summer of 2020. He had his first solo show in 2021 at Forest Park National Bank and took part in the Biennial Terrain show of 2021 along with several shows in the UIS Access gallery and in Chicago.
He is generally interested in the African diaspora, especially in the visual iconography and its evolution over time. His preferred medium is mixed media which includes the use of colored pencil, permanent marker, recyclable materials, and fabric. Hasani is also a musician and a dancer being a drummer for Chicago based dance company Najwa Dance Corp along with drumming in Chicago band Family Junket. He is also a member of the Studiofreelove art collective since 2023. During his undergraduate college career, he was heavily involved and a student leader of the Art Student League, Afrobeat Dance Crew, and African Student Association. You can follow his instagram @realhasanicannon to follow his artistic endeavors
About ABOLISHVICTORY!:
ABOLISHVICTORY! are the purveyors of the original sounds of R&Beyond - ranging sonically from dulcet to distorted, folk roots to politically charged house music, searing guitar solos and deep dance breaks to reach through the screens and touch you in your heart.
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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sun30aug7:30 pm9:00 pmSam Burns: Gone ‘Til Dawn Album Release Party
Time
Location
Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Event Details
Sam Burns: Gone ‘Til Dawn Album Release Party Date: Sunday, August 30th, 2026 Doors: 7:00PM Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) General Admission - $20 (+$4.72
Event Details
Sam Burns: Gone ‘Til Dawn Album Release Party
Date: Sunday, August 30th, 2026
Doors: 7:00PM
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax)
General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 2 - $60 (+$14.16 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 4 - $120 (+$15.96 fees, including tax)
VIP tables include admission for 2 or 4 people and a reserved table close to the stage
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
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September
thu24sep7:30 pm9:30 pmJulian Davis Reid & Circle of Trust Album Release for Mercy We Need
Time
Location
Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
AGE REQUIREMENT
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Event Details
Julian Davis Reid & Circle of Trust Album Release for Mercy We Need Date: Thursday, September 24th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $20 (+$4.72
Event Details
Julian Davis Reid & Circle of Trust Album Release for Mercy We Need
Date: Thursday, September 24th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets:
Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)
Day of Show - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 2 - $60 (+$14.16 fees, including tax)
VIP Table for 4 - $120 (+$15.96 fees, including tax)
VIP tables include admission for 2 or 4 people and a reserved table close to the stage
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Julian Davis Reid is a contemplative, emotionally dynamic jazz and gospel pianist and composer from Chicago. His group’s 90-minute performance of his new project Mercy We Need lifts prayers that we can collectively hold during these uncertain times.
Band Members:
Julian Davis Reid – Piano and Compositions
Tramaine Parker – Vocals
Lenard Simpson – Alto Sax
Ethan Philion – Bass
James Russell Sims – Drums
Keisha Janae – Dance
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Julian Davis Reid is an artist-theologian from Chicago whose work invites us to rejoice, lament, and hope together. A graduate of Chicago’s Whitney M. Young High School, Yale University, and Candler School of Theology at Emory University, Julian is a pianist, composer, producer, speaker, and writer. His newest album, Mercy We Need (September 2026), is a jazz and gospel project that lifts our collective prayers during these uncertain times. Julian’s compositions and performances are emotionally dynamic, drawing from the worlds of Robert Glasper, Richard Smallwood, and Herbie Hancock. This concert will also include selections from his prior release, Vocation (2025). Julian’s Circle of Trust includes Tramaine Parker (vocals), Lenard Simpson (sax), Ethan Philion (bass), James Russell Sims (drums), and Keisha Janae (dance).
A former member of Isaiah Collier & The Chosen Few, Julian has performed across North America and Europe at events including the Jazz at Lincoln Center, Montreal Jazz Fest, Lollapalooza, and the Berlin Jazz Fest. He has also created with Jennifer Hudson, Chance the Rapper, Tank and the Bangas, Andrew Bird, Jamila Woods, Derrick Hodge, Keyon Harrold, Kenneth Whalum, Nat Reeves, and Abiodun Oyewole from The Last Poets.
An award-winning writer, Julian shares about his journey as an artist-theologian on his Substack “Julian’s Note.” He has published essays in several books, including the award-winning Naming the Spirit: Pneumatology through the Arts (2025). In 2021, Julian founded Notes of Rest, a project in contemplative spirituality that offers an integrated approach to faith, restfulness, and Black music. Julian’s work as musician and faith leader has been covered by the Chicago-Sun Times, Jazz Institute of Chicago, New York Times, Forbes, Sojourners, Billboard, and DownBeat. He lives in Chicago with his wife and daughter
Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine, BOGO cocktails, and other specials!
Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
Organizer
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Forget Me Not
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