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November
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Catacombs
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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DnBiD presents 'Golden Hour' Free Cocktail Hour Dance Party with Special Guest SHAWN BLOND Date: Friday, November 21st, 2025 Doors & Showtime: 5:00PM Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW ‘Service charges apply
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DnBiD presents 'Golden Hour' Free Cocktail Hour Dance Party with Special Guest SHAWN BLOND
Date: Friday, November 21st, 2025
Doors & Showtime: 5:00PM
Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About DnBiD:
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- Doors at 5pm
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fri21nov5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour Featuring MiNi Covers
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live Music Set from NAME 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
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MiNi Covers is a vocal piano duo featuring Nicole Nicolalde and Miles Pretel. Reflecting the many inspirations of their generation, their repertoire contains songs from timeless boleros to pop hits.
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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P.O.E. Date: Saturday, February 7th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | General Admission - $20 ‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases
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P.O.E.
Date: Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | General Admission - $20
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
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Independent R&B/Soul
Chicago Native Purpose (P.O.E) which stands for Purpose Over Everything, started singing at the age of 14, inspired by upbringing in the church.
All of his music is influenced by artists like Micheal Jackson , Brandy , Tyrese , Tank ,Toni Braxton , H.E.R, Tevin Campbell , and Usher.
His passion is to create music that speaks to the heart and soul of all listeners, by story telling in the most transparent state, as showcased in his first single "One More Time" in 2023.
He then followed with his captivating EP, “DRAMA”.
Though he’s still growing along music journey, audiences will continue to be blown away with P.O.E.’s sound his new single “Be Like”. Shows more passion and depth
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 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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fri21nov(nov 21)8:00 pmsat22(nov 22)12:00 amLake Effect
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Lake Effect Date: Friday, November 21st, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 8:00PM Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20 ‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket
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Lake Effect
Date: Friday, November 21st, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 8:00PM
Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
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lakefx:
lakefx is the newborn brainchild of Chicago-based artists Mithra & relativity lounge. A pure homage to dub-rooted music & all its intricacies, the two layer live production elements onto the art of crate-digging to create a lush environment for dancers & enthusiasts alike. From downtempo to techno & beyond, no spaced-out niche is left untouched.
Inspired by countless excursions on Lake Michigan, Lakefx brings the hypnotic ambiance of flowing water to the dancefloor.
Mentrek:
The Mentrek Project has been brewing since 2022.
What started as a series of modular jam sessions and late night hangouts began to take shape over 2023 and 2024, as they invited more of our friends to spend an evening banging out dance tunes. Over the years it's grown to involve 10 artists, unified under the vision of club-ready, bass- heavy tracks molded by Nuan Sonar and Thysbe.
As they’ve progressed and grew through these collaborations, a system emerged. Hours of recordings of eurorack synthesizers, analog drum machines, and vintage records would then be cut up and arranged. Each track aims to have a solid progression, morphing between techno, dubstep, breaks, and footwork. We refuse to be put in a box, and are constantly experimenting and stealing ideas to refit to our own ideals.
RED40:
Lake Effect’s merry pranksters Swesdo & Rimjickles have joined forces to present a dive into the fantastic. WARNING: RED40’s whimsical, dialed, and gyration inducing grooves may result in: erratic movements, existential crisis, involuntary joy amongst loved ones, and the urge to smoke 4 or 5 CBD darts. You may leave with the urge to worldbuild amongst your groupchat, no matter how many messages it takes to drive your point home. Let's kick off the evening in shplendrick style and soak up the RED40…
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 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!
Golden Hour Menu + Music Schedule
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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sat22nov5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour featuring DJ MwelwaFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
Event Details
Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live DJ Sets from DJ Mwelwa 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
About:
Mwelwa Musambacine is influenced by cultures and people across the globe. He is recognized across music circles as one of Chicago's best international and world music DJs. Mwelwa's assorted global mix includes reggae, kizomba, salsa, bachata, samba, kompa, merengue, afrobeat(s), semba, jazz, funk, son, amapiano, punta, soukous, makossa, calypso, afropop, zouk, house, reggaeton, coupé décalé, soca, blues, cumbia and various types of Arabic, Indian & African varieties. Mwelwa also plans and promotes events as a part of Akasuba./Sunny Side Up.
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Attend the closing reception for Community on the Make | Arts of Life 2000 – 2025 (part deux) on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:00-8:00pm. Following the closing of this
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Attend the closing reception for Community on the Make | Arts of Life 2000 – 2025 (part deux) on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:00-8:00pm.
Following the closing of this exhibition at the Design Museum of Chicago, Epiphany Center for the Arts is happy to present Community on the Make | Arts of Life 2000 - 2025 (part deux)
“Yet once you've come to be part of this particular patch, you'll never love another... But never a lovely so real.” — Nelson Algren, Chicago: City on the Make
Nelson Algren’s raw love letter to Chicago speaks to the soul of a city made of equal parts beauty and struggle, resilience and reinvention. His words resonate deeply with the journey of Arts of Life—an organization born on the margins and grown into a transformative creative force. For 25 years, Arts of Life has built something “so real”: a studio collective where artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities lead with vision, passion, and purpose.
We quote Algren because his Chicago is our Chicago—not polished, but powerful. Not built for easy consumption, but built to last. And like the city he described, our community didn’t wait for permission to exist—we created our own space.
Community on the Make at the Design Museum of Chicago marks another meaningful milestone in claiming our place within the city's vast creative landscape. Design is about intention—about systems, structures, and the ways people move through the world. Our artists are not only makers of art—they are re-makers of culture. Together, they have designed a new model for what inclusive creative communities can be: one shaped by collective decision-making and rooted in our core values:
- INSPIRING Artistic Expression
- BUILDING Community
- PROMOTING Self-Respect
- DEVELOPING Independence
This group exhibition is a celebration of what we’ve accomplished—but also a provocation. It asks us to reconsider: Who is art for? Who gets to shape culture? And how can design become a tool of liberation? Community on the Make highlights artists, staff, and volunteers both past and present who have shaped our community while also allowing the public to contribute and engage in the exhibition. Community on the Make is not just a reflection on where we’ve been. It’s a declaration of where we’re going.
Featured Artists
Ariée, Chris Austin, Renata Berdes, Raina Carter, Guy Conners, Veronica Cuculich, Ted Gram Boarini, Stefan Harhaj, Noel Herrera, Nik Heusman, Marcus Imani Kennedy, David Krueger, Lawrence M, Ben Marcus, Mike Marino, Susan Pasowicz, Hubert Posey, Brian Reed, Alex Scott, Kelly Stone, Tim Stone, Maria Vanik, Chris Viau, Allison Wade, Jean Wilson, Marvin Young, Christina Zion
Arts of Life advances the creative arts community by providing artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities a collective space to expand their practice and strengthen their leadership.
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Attend the closing reception for WERIEM’s L’esprit de Pierrot on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:00-8:00pm. This series of paintings and drawings explores the enduring spirit of Pierrot—the
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Attend the closing reception for WERIEM’s L’esprit de Pierrot on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:00-8:00pm.
This series of paintings and drawings explores the enduring spirit of Pierrot—the iconic French character who embodies poetic vulnerability, theatrical grace, and quiet melancholy.
L'esprit de Pierrot (The Spirit of Pierrot) is not a character study—it is an atmosphere. The works evoke fragility, introspection, and the unspoken drama of being. Each piece exists in a suspended moment between stillness and performance, between reality and reverie. Through subtle gesture and deliberate restraint, the artwork creates an emotional atmosphere that transcends literal representation. The compositions become mirrors, inviting viewers to project their own inner theater onto each image.
With this exhibition, WERIEM invites viewers to pause within these contemplative spaces, to feel the weight of unspoken emotion, and to recognize the delicate ways in which beauty, loss, and imagination intertwine in our daily performance of being human.
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Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for Golden Hour beforehand for free live music, drinks and lite bites in the Café Bar! Doors open at 5pm with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials until 7:00pm
Golden Hour Menu + Music Schedule
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Attend the closing reception on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:00-8:00pm. My 1.5 year old son says only a handful of words- wow, momma, daddy, ball, truck, fraise,
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Attend the closing reception on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:00-8:00pm.
My 1.5 year old son says only a handful of words- wow, momma, daddy, ball, truck, fraise, ciao. The week I committed to this exhibition at Epiphany, he added a new word: birthday.
Birthday is about how scary it is to begin. The first scream, first smile, first word, first step, first fall. The moment my son was born I was certain I was dying. In the days and months that followed it still wasn’t clear as we existed in a new web of pain, euphoria and wonder. It helps to have something to hug, something to hold you up. A live camera is positioned above the crib and I watch my son sleep.
A birthday is a celebration, a renewal, but also a reckoning. Sometimes counting up feels like counting down, and the beginning is also an ending. The work in this show is holding on and letting go. The subject matter appears familiar, a stuffed animal, a lifejacket, stills from the baby monitor. Materials in the show include silk, human hair and hair salon foils. Having grown up in a hair salon, these objects and images anchor me to my own childhood, my own history of birthdays and time passing. The week Birthday opens my son will turn 2.
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Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for Golden Hour beforehand for free live music, drinks and lite bites in the Café Bar! Doors open at 5pm with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials until 7:00pm
Golden Hour Menu + Music Schedule
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Attend the closing performance for Liz McCarthy’s Imperfect Players on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:30-6:00pm. ________ Imperfect Players is a collection of ceramic vessels that can be performed as
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Attend the closing performance for Liz McCarthy’s Imperfect Players on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:30-6:00pm.
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Imperfect Players is a collection of ceramic vessels that can be performed as musical instruments and accompanied by drawings.
I worked at an auction house creating condition reports for fine and decorative art. These objects were valuable for their aesthetic, craft, and cultural histories. I often studied ceramic vases closely and under a black light to find the imperfections: cracks, chips, and many networks of hidden repair. They had their own material stories in the flaws of their production and accumulation of wear. These imperfections degraded their value, but also served as evidence of their authenticity.
I am a similar vessel. My human body has sustained physical and psychological changes and damage, and I hold that with me as I function day to day. Especially after giving birth to my child, I was very aware of dramatic shifts to my mind and body, and I struggled to perform as I once did. Imperfect Players is a response to that corporal rift. These forms are adorned with their own broken and fused pieces, just as I hold onto memories and my material body holds scars and strain of the past. Although broken, these vessels are also instruments that can be played to make musical sounds.
Imperfect Players celebrates imperfect and broken vessels that disrupt the idealized form, and still function as instruments in the world.
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Stop by Epiphany for Golden Hour beforehand for free live music, drinks and lite bites in the Café Bar! Doors open at 5pm with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials until 7:00pm
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sat22nov7:30 pm10:30 pmNogu Svelo! World Tour 2025
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Nogu Svelo! World Tour 2025 Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025 Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour | 7PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM **Tickets: Early Bird GA: $55 | GA - $65 | VIP Meet and
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Nogu Svelo! World Tour 2025
Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour | 7PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
**Tickets: Early Bird GA: $55 | GA - $65 | VIP Meet and Greet Add-On (add on only, the VIP ticket does not grant you access to the event) - $95 | LP/Vinyl Pre-order (must be purchased in advance) - $100
This is a standing room only show**
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Tap to pay only at door
About:
Nogu Svelo!, the legendary punk rock band originated in Russia and is now based in the United States. Known for their energetic sound and fearless political stance, the band continues to use music as a force for change, raising awareness about the ongoing war in Ukraine and standing against oppression.
Fresh off the sixth leg of their world tour, which spanned 65 gigs across 64 cities in Europe, Asia, North and South America, Nogu Svelo! has not only brought their music to a global audience but also raised $100,000 for Ukraine through their performances.
A Legacy of Resistance and Musical Innovation
With a career spanning 35 years, Nogu Svelo! has built a cult following since their beginnings in 1988 as part of the famous Moscow Rock Laboratory. The band has released 16 full-length albums, 71 official music videos, and has won multiple awards across Russia and Europe, including MTV Russia’s Best Soundtrack Award.
While Nogu Svelo! originally gained recognition in Russia, the band is now fully based in the U.S., delivering English-language versions of their biggest hits alongside brand-new material recorded with their American lineup.
Frontman Max Pokrovskiy—the band’s lead singer, bassist, and principal songwriter—has been an outspoken critic of Vladimir Putin’s regime for years. Due to his support for Alexei Navalny and his unwavering anti-war stance, he has been banned from performing in Russia. Since the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Pokrovskiy has released ten powerful anti-war anthems (“We Don’t Need War,” “Russia, Go Home!”, “Ukraine”...) were included in the album “Amputation”.
Art as Activism: Global Recognition for Nogu Svelo!
Beyond their musical success, Nogu Svelo! has been recognized for their politically charged music videos, which have won multiple international awards. Their recent works, “Prison Romance” and “Happy New Year, My Son,” have been celebrated at film festivals such as:
● DOC LA: Los Angeles Documentary Film Festival
● Los Angeles Cinematography Awards (LACA)
● Cinema World Fest Awards
● New York State International Film Festival
Music with a Mission: Humanitarian Efforts
In addition to their musical activism, Nogu Svelo! has actively fundraised for Ukraine through various efforts, including:
● Raising funds for World Unite for Ukraine via an online concert.
● Supporting a refugee shelter in Tbilisi, Georgia.
● Participating in the GCI Planet Charity Event: Peace, Music, and Art Soiree.
● Raising funds for two ambulances for Ukraine during their European tour via the charity Zeilen van Vrijheid.
● Contributing to the purchase of a mobile hospital for Ukraine through a charity talk show in Cyprus.
● Supporting a children’s hospice in Ukraine during a performance in Amsterdam.
In August 2023, Nogu Svelo! performed at the first independent anti-war film festival, AWIIFF, playing a powerful open-air concert for over 1,000 people in Estonia.
A Call to Action Through Music
Nogu Svelo! continues to stand against war, censorship, and tyranny, using their music as a rallying cry for freedom. As the world watches the ongoing conflict, the band remains dedicated to spreading their message of resistance and unity through the most powerful medium they know—music.
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 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.
sat22nov7:30 pm10:30 pmMr. Blotto
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Mr. Blotto Date: Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25 ‘Service charges apply to ALL
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Mr. Blotto
Date: Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Mr. Blotto is Chicago’s Original Jam Band. In their 33rd year as a non-stop touring band with over a dozen albums and nearly 4000 concerts under their belt, Mr. Blotto is at this point, a force of nature to be experienced. Generational audiences are engaged and surprised constantly as the band breaks down norms and expectations by playing surprise albums in their entirety, or voyaging on complex musical odysseys. Always fun, always high quality sound and always fresh, Mr. Blotto made it through the rough and tumble music world as survivors that now share their unparalleled professional experience and unbridled creativity in every show.
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 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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sun23nov6:30 pm8:00 pmTHE HBCU EXPERIENCE Vol. 3: Concert and Scholarship Fundraiser
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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THE HBCU EXPERIENCE Vol. 3: Concert and Scholarship Fundraiser Date: Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 Doors: 6:00PM Showtime: 6:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $40 | Day of Show - $50 | VIP Table for 2 -
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THE HBCU EXPERIENCE Vol. 3: Concert and Scholarship Fundraiser
Date: Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Doors: 6:00PM
Showtime: 6:30PM
Tickets: Advanced - $40 | Day of Show - $50 | VIP Table for 2 - $150 | VIP Table for 4 - $300
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:
The Chicago HBCU Alumni Choir is a dedicated organization with a primary mission of safeguarding the rich musical legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Additionally, the organization extends to the community through service and supporting the emerging generation of scholars and musicians. Founder and Director, Martin L. Woods, an alumnus of Morehouse College, along with HBCU alumni is excited to announce an extraordinary event known as 'THE HBCU EXPERIENCE Vol. 3: Concert and Scholarship Fundraiser,' which encapsulates the essence of the organization's purpose. The concert will feature special guests and HBCU honorees.
This mission is founded on four fundamental pillars: preservation, outreach, scholarship, and alumni engagement. Comprising HBCU alumni from the Chicagoland area, the Chicago HBCU Alumni Choir was established in 2023. The choir has graced local stages, performing at prominent venues such as the United Center, Wrigley Field and Soldier Field.
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sun23nov7:30 pm9:00 pmCANCELLED! Brother Jacob & the Good News Blues BandCANCELLED!
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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CANCELLED! Brother Jacob & the Good News Blues Band Date: Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 Doors: 7:00PM Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: General Admission - $15 | VIP Table for 2 - $50 | VIP Table for
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CANCELLED! Brother Jacob & the Good News Blues Band
Date: Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Doors: 7:00PM
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: General Admission - $15 | VIP Table for 2 - $50 | VIP Table for 4 - $100
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:
Brother Jacob is a proud Chicago native, blues artist, radio host, and cultural preservationist whose performances blend the soul of gospel with the electric grit of Chicago blues. Born and raised on the city’s South Side, he fell in love with the blues as a child listening to WVON-AM’s Pervis Spann “The Blues Man” in the midnight hours. That deep musical foundation sparked a lifelong calling that would evolve into a unique voice on stage, over the airwaves, and in the city’s cultural conversations.
He began his professional journey through the Blues in the Schools program, performing at the Chicago Blues Festival under the mentorship of Deitra Farr. Over the years, Brother Jacob has become a familiar face on the scene, not just as a guest vocalist or sit-in performer, but as a frontman building a body of work with his own band and his own voice.
His music carries a spiritual intensity, rooted in storytelling and tradition, and driven by a mission to connect, uplift, and preserve. Brother Jacob delivers blues with reverence and revival.
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fri28nov5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Rachel KirbyFREE ADMISSION! RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour at Epiphany
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live Music Set from Rachel Kirby 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
About:
Rachel Kirby is a 23-year-old singer-songwriter from Chicago, Illinois. Inspired by all kinds of music ranging from jazz to folk to rock, her music crosses borders between genres, with the heaviest influences being alternative rock and pop. Her lyrics are extremely vulnerable as she reflects on her experiences with mental illness and personal relationships, illustrating an honest portrait of a flawed young woman, still figuring everything out. Her intricate and personal lyrics combined with her uniquely deep, rich, and powerful voice create a deep emotional experience for the listener to sink into.
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fri28nov7:30 pm9:30 pmJoey Apter, T. Maguire, Underwear, & Nikel
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Joey Apter, T. Maguire, Underwear, & Nikel Date: Friday, November 28th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | General Admission - $20 ‘Service
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Joey Apter, T. Maguire, Underwear, & Nikel
Date: Friday, November 28th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | General Admission - $20
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About Joey Apter:
Just playing some songs. No big deal. Chicago Shit Factory.
About T. Maguire:
T. Maguire is for fans of being born, dying, and in between. Chicago Riff Factory.
About Underwear:
Underwear is the solo project of Annalise Panken. Sometimes Underwear plays with friends. Words and phrases used to describe Underwear’s sound include but are not limited to: abrasive, subversive, adhesive, progressive, transformative, repetitive, primitive, and “a smashing OK time.” Chicago Spliff Factory.
About Nikel:
Nikel dreamt a few song ideas, here he plays some of them.
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 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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fri28nov7:30 pm9:30 pmMuffy Fishbasket and Yuka Layme Drag BingoFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Muffy Fishbasket and Yuka Layme Drag Bingo Date: Friday, November 28th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Free Admission! | RSVP Below About: Muffy Fishbasket
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Muffy Fishbasket and Yuka Layme Drag Bingo
Date: Friday, November 28th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Free Admission! | RSVP Below
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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 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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sat29nov5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Sol Ley & St. SinclaireFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour at Epiphany
Event Details
Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live DJ Sets from Sol Ley & St. Sinclaire 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
About Sol Ley:
Sol Ley crafts warm, sun-soaked sets that inspire movement from sunset to sunrise. Blending the soulful rhythms of Afrohouse with classic House grooves and smooth R&B, his sound is a vibrant journey through global beats. A curator with song choices that radiate like a ray of sunshine, enveloping dancers in a profound sense of warmth and bliss.
About St. Sinclaire:
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sat29nov8:00 pm11:00 pmJohnny Bear with Nightshift, kevjlee, DJ Stoned Cole
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Catacombs
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Johnny Bear with Nightshift, kevjlee, DJ Stoned Cole Date: Saturday, November 29th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Catacombs Showtime: 8:00PM Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20
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Johnny Bear with Nightshift, kevjlee, DJ Stoned Cole
Date: Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Catacombs
Showtime: 8:00PM
Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About Johnny Bear:
Introduced to electronic music in the early 2000’s, after experimenting with a variety of instruments, Johnny was inspired by the boom of the electronic music scene during the 2010s to start producing himself. Johnny began crafting tracks of his own, blending inspiration from across the genre’s diverse subcultures, although always with an affinity to Chicago’s house music.
Having released his debut EP, Johnny has honed a bright, uplifting sound defined by feel-good energy and cheery vibes. His EP, “ID” is out on all streaming services
Born and raised in the Chicagoland area, Nightshift is a young and upcoming house and techno DJ. His journey began during his freshman year of college, when a roommate introduced him to the art of DJing—a moment that sparked a lasting passion for dance music and club culture.
Since then, Nightshift has cultivated a deep appreciation for the many realms of electronic music, channeling his influences into sets that balance groove, grit, and atmosphere. Blending elements of hardgroove, club, and indie dance, he crafts high-energy performances that move seamlessly between underground intensity and melodic euphoria.
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 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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sat29nov(nov 29)8:00 pmsun30(nov 30)2:00 amHörtechna
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Hörtechna Date: Saturday, November 29th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 8:00PM Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW ‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’
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Hörtechna
Date: Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 8:00PM
Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
DJs to perform 8pm – 2am
Lighting design by Imaginate
Hörtechna is a new event series and artist collective in Chicago focused on showcasing Techno music, building a supportive community, uplifting emerging talent, and reinvigorating the dancefloor. Our high-energy, rhythmic Raw/Hardgroove Techno speaks to the soul and innervates the body. We gather inspiration from old-school to new; from our Detroit forebearers to those who are pushing musical boundaries.
NOTE: We seek to maintain a safe space for all who enter and we stand for mutual respect. Consent is a rule, not a suggestion. In order to keep the VIBES high and the MUSIC in focus, please limit phone and device usage to the areas away from the dancefloor.
Artist Bios
DJ Blix
Born and raised in Chicagoland, DJ BLIX (Griffin Tome) spins minimal, raw techno with an emphasis on layering and deep bass. His tight, clinical mixing style allows tracks to speak while delicately juggling multiple decks at once. DJ BLIX constructs his sets like a movie — rising, falling, and shifting in energy, each moment flowing naturally while staying under tight, deliberate control.
quade
quade wants one thing from the dancefloor: pandemonium. Through his time spiraling on dance floors -- to now spiraling on the decks, quade invites you to run through the jungle with him. With fast basslines, intense kicks, and subtle grooves, he rejects stillness, and encourages flailing.
Hören
A performer and music educator, Hören brings a wealth of musical diversity and knowledge to his showmanship on the decks. Drawing from many musical references, Hören delivers an exciting and curated journey to his audiences. His sonic style has been developed with an undercurrent of electrifying rhythms, vocals, and cultural flavors with a primary focus on movement and groove.
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 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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sun30nov5:00 pm7:00 pmThe Bad Sneakers Orchestra
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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The Bad Sneakers Orchestra Date: Sunday, November 30th, 2025 Doors: 4:30PM Showtime: 5:00PM Tickets: Advanced - $25 | Day of Show - $30 | VIP Table for 2 - $70 | VIP Table for
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The Bad Sneakers Orchestra
Date: Sunday, November 30th, 2025
Doors: 4:30PM
Showtime: 5:00PM
Tickets: Advanced - $25 | Day of Show - $30 | VIP Table for 2 - $70 | VIP Table for 4 - $140
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:
The Bad Sneakers Orchestra is a tribute band formed in 2010 by Chicago bassist Paul Martin with an ambitious mission statement: to faithfully recreate the music of Steely Dan live, as represented on their classic albums. This goal necessitated a very large 14-piece ensemble, so that multiple keys and guitar parts, intricate vocal harmonies, and rich horn textures could be realized. After 10+ years of performances (with time off for Covid) the band is at its’ peak, offering the signature Fagen/Becker compositions with a casual aplomb and precision. (They make it look easy. It’s not.) And despite the fastidious attention paid to the recorded material, the members inevitably bring their individual voiceprints to bear within the framework of a cover tune.
A number of Chicago legends have guest starred with the Sneakers over the years, including fusion guitarists Ernie Denov, Chris Siebold, and Mike Pinto, vocalists Mike Harvey (who appeared on 2 Steely Dan albums and a Donald Fagen solo album), Cheryl Wilson (Peabo Bryson, Bertie Higgins), gospel sensation Tina Crawley, and saxophonist Steve Eisen. The charter members are top-drawer Chicago musicians, with decades of experience performing with some of the greatest names in the music industry. The current roster of regular members reads as follows:
Stevie Robinson Lead vocalist
Neal Alger Guitars
Mike Pinto Guitars
Kent Wehman Keys
Carter Luke Keys
Paul Martin Bass, Musical Director
Neal Wehman Drums
Kirk Garrison Trumpet
John Mose Trombone
John Bowes Tenor/Alto Sax
Tim McNamara Bari/Tenor Sax
Gayle Bisesi Background Vocals
Ameerah Tatum Lead/background vocals
Maggie Bynum Lead/background vocals
The BSO hopes to see you at a Chicagoland venue soon…..and please follow us on Facebook! (page: The Bad Sneakers Orchestra)
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December
thu04dec5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour Featuring Jackson Jay KidderFree Admission | RSVP Below
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
Event Details
Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live Music Set from Jackson Jay Kidder 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
About Jackson Jay Kidder:
Born into a musical family, Jackson got his start playing in church at a young age in his hometown of St. Paul, MN. Moving to Chicago in 2011, Jackson found a new home in the local music scene- performing/recording frequently, and touring internationally as a bassist. In the wake of 2020 Jackson was able to emerge as a songwriter and singer in his own right. Major influences (and common covers) include Billie Holiday, Stevie Wonder, Chet Baker, and Carole King. Jackson Jay Kidder's Debut EP 'Standing By' and other recent releases are streaming now on all major platforms. Jackson is joined by frequent collaborator Doug Ferdinand on the keyboard.
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thu04dec7:00 pm10:00 pmThe Vocal Shed Live
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Catacombs
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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The Vocal Shed Live ft. Sam Thousand, Deonte Baker and Alysha Monique Date: Thursday, December 4th, 2025
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The Vocal Shed Live ft. Sam Thousand, Deonte Baker and Alysha Monique
Date: Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Catacombs
Showtime: 7:00PM
Tickets: Early Bird - $10 (Ends Nov. 4th) | General Admission - $20
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Join us for an evening of collective sound, soul work, and musical storytelling. This edition of the Vocal Shed centers around group collaboration — bringing together three powerhouse ensembles to share their artistry and creative process:
✨ HoneyNoir featuring Nashon Holloway, Amyna Love & Alysha Monique
🔥 AXA featuring Adam Ness & Avehre
🎶 Wyatt Waddell & Denzel Lavell performing as a dynamic duo
Expect grounding, guided warm-ups, and moments of community choir energy as we explore each artist’s pieces and the stories behind them.
Come ready to listen, sing, and connect — this isn’t just a performance, it’s a shared experience.
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 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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thu04dec7:30 pm9:00 pmIan Maksin “Lullaby For The World” New Album Release Tour
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Ian Maksin “Lullaby For The World” New Album Release Tour Date: Thursday, December 4th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $30 | Day of Show -
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Ian Maksin “Lullaby For The World” New Album Release Tour
Date: Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Advanced - $30 | Day of Show - $35 | 3-Ticket Package - $25 each | VIP Table for 2 - $80 | VIP Table for 4 - $160
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:
Get immersed in the deep sounds of Ian Maksin's soulful one-man-cello orchestra, paired and blended with his vibrant voice, as he explores a collection of traditional songs from different corners of the world: Japan, Finland, Bosnia, Iran, Ukraine, Armenia, India, Kyrgyzstan, and Medieval France and Spain, woven together with original instrumental works.
His latest release reflects the path of a true musical globetrotter: a sonic offering shaped by countless journeys across continents as a touring artist, along with mountaineering, flying airplanes, practicing meditation, and collaborating with local musicians in search of the mystical thread that connects all cultures. This album invites listeners into a space of presence, clarity, and emotional restoration.
In addition to music from the new album, Ian will perform works from his earlier opuses—The Alchemist, Amor Renatus—as well as selections from his vast repertoire of over 300 songs in 43 languages.
With loop pedal and other electronics, he transforms the cello into an entire orchestra, merging timeless global traditions into an unforgettable, immersive, and deeply personal experience.
BREAKING BOUNDARIES both musical and geographical, cellist, composer and multilingual vocalist IAN MAKSIN has created his own unique style by blending elements of different genres and traditional music from around the globe in a new way using his cello as the main unifying force.
ONE-MAN ORCHESTRA: In addition to cello, he used an electronic device called the loop pedal, which allows him to create "loops" or layers by recording and replaying his own playing in real time.
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 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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fri05dec5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour featuring An Evening of Jazz with Brian Citro
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
Event Details
Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live Music Sets from Brian Citro 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
About:
A 2025 City of Chicago Individual Artists Program awardee, guitarist and composer Brian Citro, has been playing and writing music on the guitar for 30 years. He studied with renowned guitarist and educator Fareed Haque and is a long-time member of The Drastics. He’s performed and toured with JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound, Ted Sirota’s Heavyweight Dub!, Ackah Blay in Ghana, and many others. His recent album, Acoustic Pastime – Solo Guitar on ears&eyes Records, features solo guitar arrangements of Brian’s compositions and Thelonious Monk tunes. His upcoming album on Calligram Records documents his working quartet with Nick Mazzarella, Quin Kirchner, and Matt Ulery. For the Golden Hour series, Brian performs in an intimate duo setting with some of Chicago's top jazz musicians. Brian is also a human rights lawyer and has lived, travelled, and played music in Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America.
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fri05dec7:30 pm9:30 pmFree Blues Friday featuring Cat Gaddis ProjectFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Free Blues Friday featuring Cat Gaddis Project Date: Friday, December 5th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW About: We are the Cat Gaddis Project -
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Free Blues Friday featuring Cat Gaddis Project
Date: Friday, December 5th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW
About:
We are the Cat Gaddis Project - an awesome Blues and R&B Band with talented Chicago area musicians.
Cat Gaddis Project performs an incredible live show with a core line-up of lead singer Cat Gaddis and tight rhythm section with awesome guitar, bass, drums & keyboards. Cat has played with Wayne Cochran and other bands from the past. We recently added a 3-piece horn section with saxophone, trombone, & trumpet - all are great musicians. See links below.
https://thecatgaddisproject.com/home
https://thecatgaddisproject.com/the-band
The Cat Gaddis Project live performance is a fun experience - with audiences tapping their feet, dancing, and grooving to the music. Cat Gaddis Project (CGP) played 2 shows at the Montrose Saloon earlier this year, and Buddy Guy's Legends on May 16. CGP also performed at the Alley Art Festival in Aurora, IL, Northcenter Town Square in Chicago, and outdoor festivals are great venues for the band. We also recently played at Old Elburn Hall, a BBQ Fest in the summer, and coming to the Epiphany Center for the Arts on Dec 5. The band has been in the studio recording new material; however, most of their repertoire are cover versions of well-known blues and r&b songs !
Come and see us at the Epiphany Center for the Arts on December 5
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 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!
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sat06dec5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour Featuring FernyFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
Event Details
Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live DJ Set from Ferny 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
About:
Ferny is a Mexican-American Chicagoan, a Vinyl Selector, and a Visual Creative whose projects are always deeply rooted in music. Shaped by a diverse sonic upbringing—from his parents’ Spanish cassette collection to his brother’s Hip-Hop and Punk CDs—he has carved out his own lane, curating a seamless blend of Elegant Soul, Grimy Underground Hip-Hop, and Smooth R&B.
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sat06dec8:00 pm11:00 pmHouse of Beats Vol. 9FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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House of Beats Vol. 9 Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 8:00PM Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW About: House of Beats is an ongoing sound series that
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House of Beats Vol. 9
Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 8:00PM
Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW
About:
Curated by Kare.pkg, the series emphasizes sonic works that are soulful, unexpected, and deeply human, pieces that invite reflection as much as they invite movement. Framed within the historic architecture of Epiphany, House of Beats reimagines the club experience as an intimate exhibition of sound, community, and atmosphere.
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 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!
Golden Hour Menu + Music Schedule
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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sat06dec(dec 6)8:00 pmsun07(dec 7)1:00 amCumbia Cathedral III
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Cumbia Cathedral III Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Epiphany Hall Showtime: 8:00PM Tickets: Advanced (Standing)- $17.50 | Day of Show (Standing)- $27.50 | VIP Table for 2-
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Cumbia Cathedral III
Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Epiphany Hall
Showtime: 8:00PM
Tickets: Advanced (Standing)- $17.50 | Day of Show (Standing)- $27.50 | VIP Table for 2- $100 | VIP Table for 4- $200
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Get ready for an unforgettable "Cumbia Catedral" at The Epiphany in Chicago!
Join us for a night of high-energy rhythms, featuring a special national live performance act, Chicago’s top cumbia DJs, and the ultimate cumbia dance contest with a $500 grand prize! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just love the beat of cumbia, this is the place to be.
Come dressed to impress, bring your best dance moves, and experience an electrifying night of music, culture, and community. Don't miss out on the biggest cumbia dance party of the year!
Date: Dec 6 2025
Location: Epiphany Center for the Arts, Chicago
Dance Contest: $500 Grand Prize! 
Live Music & DJs All Night
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 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!
Golden Hour Menu + Music Schedule
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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sun07dec3:00 pm5:00 pmEpiphany Lounge featuring Frank RussellFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Guild Room
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Epiphany Lounge featuring Frank Russell Date: Sunday, December 7th, 2025 Doors: 3:30PM Showtime: 4:00PM Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW RAIN OR SHINE! About Frank Russell: Acclaimed Chicago Jazz bass guitarist Frank Russell is the
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Epiphany Lounge featuring Frank Russell
Date: Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Doors: 3:30PM
Showtime: 4:00PM
Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW
RAIN OR SHINE!
About Frank Russell:
Acclaimed Chicago Jazz bass guitarist Frank Russell is the official bassist for the legendary South African a cappella group Ladysmith Black Mambazo. Frank won the prestigious 2020 Jeff Award with them as the musical director for the play Lindiwe. Frank has also recorded or performed live with legendary jazz artists ranging from Freddie Hubbard, Ramsey Lewis, Wallace Rooney, Michael Wolf, Mike Clark, The Headhunters and more. Frank's trio will consist of brilliant musicians - Kevin O’Connell on keyboards and Tim Davis on drums.
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sun07dec6:00 pm9:30 pmOutcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Outcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party Date: Sunday, December 7th, 2025 Doors: 5PM Traffic Jam! Swing Dance Lesson: 6-6:30PM Showtime: 6:30PM Intermediate Swing Dance Lesson 7:15-7:45 PM (in between first and second set) Tickets:
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Outcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party
Date: Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Doors: 5PM
Traffic Jam! Swing Dance Lesson: 6-6:30PM
Showtime: 6:30PM
Intermediate Swing Dance Lesson 7:15-7:45 PM (in between first and second set)
Tickets: $20 - General Admission | $25 - At Door
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About Outcast Big Band:
The 18-piece Outcast Jazz Band have been swinging their way through some of the most prestigious ballrooms and events in the Chicagoland area for over 40 years. Their love of the classic big band sounds of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller and more, have garnered them a loyal fan base of listeners and swing dancers, and regular performance dates across Chicagoland.
The band features only the finest Big Band dance instrumental songs, as well as the dual vocal punch of siblings Vince and Claudia Clark. Vince brings his own unique vocal interpretations to classics from Louis Jordan, Ray Charles, Joe Williams, Frank Sinatra and more; while Claudia’s powerful vocals breathe new life info great standards from Peggy Lee, Diann Schuur and others.
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sun07dec7:00 pm9:00 pmRobin Watson and Will Washington
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Opening Night of Cabaret Week ft. Robin Watson Date: Sunday, December 7th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:00PM Tickets: $20 - Advanced | $30 - Day of Show
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Opening Night of Cabaret Week ft. Robin Watson
Date: Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:00PM
Tickets: $20 - Advanced | $30 - Day of Show | $70 - VIP Table for 2 | $140 - VIP Table for 4
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About Robin Watson:
Robin Watson (Jazzlady Robin) has blazed some of Chicagos premier hotspots including Navy Pier, United Center, Peninsula Hotel, Como Inn, Showboat, Empress and Majestic Star Casinos. As a vocal performance major at Spelman College, Atlanta, GA, she merited solo performances at the inauguration of President Jimmy Carter and the United Nations and toured Brazil, SA. She was featured in Madhi Theater Company's, "Chicago Bronzeville: the Musical" and
"Testimony," appeared in the Kilkenny, Ireland Gospel Fest, Cabaret Professionals 2024 & 2025 Cabaret Week, and heads the Robin Watson Combo.
About Will Washington:
William Washington Jr. is a vocalist, trumpet/flugel horn player, keyboardist, and DJ. He has toured the Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, and Central America, among others. He was born into the Stellar Award Gospel choir of the Brunson and Thompson Community Singers through his mom. His Uncle was the horn section leader for Earth, Wind, and Fire. However, in his own right, Will is a champion musician. He has a 20-year history with the Army Corps Orchestra, as well as a bandleader, solo performer, and side man. He often appears with our own Robin Watson in multiple arenas.
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 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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wed10dec5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour Featuring Luciano AntonioFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live Music Set from NAME 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
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Luciano's performance takes the audience on a tour of Brazil by presenting a wide variety of Brazilian compositions combined with his own originals. In his Performance Luciano contrasts songs that have rich and complex harmonies and melodies with simple rhythms against songs that have simple harmonies and melodies with very complex rhythms, and the dynamics range from pure solo guitar and voice to the full sound of the rich Brazilian percussion in a fascinating musical way. Luciano released three albums, two of which are original music "Vida De Artista - An Artist's Life" in 2011 and “Sem Palavras – Without Words” in 2015. His 3rd Album is a 'Live Concert" at the prestigious Jazz Showcase. Make no mistake; Luciano has placed his stamp on the Brazilian music scene in Chicago.
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wed10dec(dec 10)7:00 pmthu11(dec 11)12:30 amSalsa on a School Night
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Salsa on a School Night Date: Wednesday, Decmeber 10th, 2025 Doors & Showtime: 7:00PM
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Salsa on a School Night
Date: Wednesday, Decmeber 10th, 2025
Doors & Showtime: 7:00PM
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thu11dec5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour featuring NDULGNCEFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live DJ Sets from NDULGNCE 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
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NDULGNCE is a DJ, music producer, and curator known for blending immersive soundscapes with infectious rhythms. Rooted in creativity, spontaneity, and experience, she crafts unforgettable musical journeys—whether through electrifying DJ sets, her Detox mix series, or curated events like NOVA. As the founder of NDULGE, a lifestyle and merch brand, NDULGNCE seamlessly fuses music, art, and fashion, pushing creative boundaries while staying true to her ethos of authenticity and freedom.
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thu11dec7:00 pm9:00 pmPurpose Over Pain
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Purpose Over Pain Date: Thursday, December 11th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:00PM Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20 ‘Service charges apply to ALL
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Purpose Over Pain
Date: Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:00PM
Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20
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Purpose Over Pain is an intimate evening of music, storytelling & reflection led by three soulful artists.
The show explores how purpose can be discovered through struggle, healing, and self-growth. Through live performances, personal narratives & curated sounds, the audience is invited to experience a journey from internal battles to breakthrough.
This is a night designed to uplift, connect & remind us that all of the pain we’ve endured has shaped who we are becoming
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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 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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fri12dec5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour Featuring Keith Scott BluesFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live Music Set from Keith Scott Blues 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
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Keith has been playing the blues forever to say the least. Having been based out of Chicago for most of his career. He has become a regular performer at The House of Blues and just released his 10th album. Besides having a regular stateside touring schedule he has also performed Europe, Canada, Australia, and most recently in Japan. Keith always brings his own personal twist to the blues and bonds with his audience wherever he travels.
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fri12dec7:30 pm9:30 pmThe Ellie Rui 瑞Quintet
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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The Ellie Rui 瑞Quintet Date: Friday, December 12th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | General Admission - $20 ‘Service charges apply to ALL
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The Ellie Rui 瑞Quintet
Date: Friday, December 12th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | General Admission - $20
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Ellie Rui 瑞 is a Chicago-based jazz drummer from Columbus, Ohio. She moved to Chicago shortly after graduating from the Oberlin Conservatory of Music in the Spring of 2024. At Oberlin, Rui 瑞 studied with NEA Jazz Master Billy Hart for all 4 years.
Her compositions can be characterized by her percussive approach, even when writing for other instruments. She generally follows a jazz form but her chord changes and rhythms are intentionally non-standard. In her performances, she often shares parts of her life story in the hope of bringing people together. Rui 瑞 likes to be around musicians other people that remind her of the kind of human being she wants to be.
Notable performances by Rui 瑞 since moving to Chicago include: recording with Pulitzer Prize winner, Susie Ibarra, as a member of Ibarra’s CHAN Percussion Ensemble; playing with Colin Heshmat and Emma Dayhuff at Merriman’s Playhouse in South Bend, IN; playing with Chicago-based artist Elysia Marie as a member of her band; playing music at Holy Ground Sessions at Healthy Hood Chicago; and doing a feature set with her group The Ellie Rui 瑞 Ensemble for Millie Ahearn’s Jam Session, and again on a Saturday evening at Clara.
Rui 瑞’s upcoming projects include releasing her first album next year, recording her second album this winter, and continuing to work with her ensembles and bands in Chicago!
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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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fri12dec8:00 pm9:30 pmAna Everling & Grażyna Auguścik: Pagan Carols From The East
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201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Ana Everling & Grażyna Auguścik: Pagan Carols From The East Date: Friday, December 12th, 2025
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Ana Everling & Grażyna Auguścik: Pagan Carols From The East
Date: Friday, December 12th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Epiphany Hall
Showtime: 8:00PM
Tickets: General Admission - $40
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Everling's dedication to preserving and reinventing traditional song is exemplified in her advocacy for the Doina - a freeform, deeply expressive genre at risk of fading into obscurity. In recognition of her cultural impact, Ana was awarded the title of Artist Emerit by the President of her country.
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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 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 Courtyard
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live Music Set from Brother Jacob With Chris Christmas 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
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Brother Jacob is a proud Chicago native, blues artist, radio host, and cultural preservationist whose performances blend the soul of gospel with the electric grit of Chicago blues. Born and raised on the city’s South Side, he fell in love with the blues as a child listening to WVON-AM’s Pervis Spann “The Blues Man” in the midnight hours. That deep musical foundation sparked a lifelong calling that would evolve into a unique voice on stage, over the airwaves, and in the city’s cultural conversations.
He began his professional journey through the Blues in the Schools program, performing at the Chicago Blues Festival under the mentorship of Deitra Farr. Over the years, Brother Jacob has become a familiar face on the scene, not just as a guest vocalist or sit-in performer, but as a frontman building a body of work with his own band and his own voice.
His music carries a spiritual intensity, rooted in storytelling and tradition, and driven by a mission to connect, uplift, and preserve. Brother Jacob delivers blues with reverence and revival.
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sat13dec7:30 pm9:00 pmThee Ricky Harris Christmas Cabaret
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201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Thee Ricky Harris Christmas Cabaret Date: Saturday, December 13th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: General Admission - $35 | VIP Table for 2 - $80 | VIP
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Thee Ricky Harris Christmas Cabaret
Date: Saturday, December 13th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: General Admission - $35 | VIP Table for 2 - $80 | VIP Table for 4 - $160
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Thee Ricky Harris is at it again is his Soul Stirring Christmas Cabaret. With Laura Mckenzie on the keys this evening of Holiday delight is sure to please all audiences. Everything from some original holiday songs to Thee Ricky's spin on some wonderful holiday classics this evening is sure to put you in the mood to celebrate the season. Come and be, loved, lifted up, and encouraged in this Christmas Cabaret!
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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 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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VOLTA Performing Arts Presents... The Nutcracker Suite: Clara's Enchanted Holiday Tea Party Date: Sunday, December 14th, 2025 Doors: 10:00AM Showtime: 11:00AM Tickets: Adult - $35 | Child - $25 | VOLTA Student - $15
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VOLTA Performing Arts Presents... The Nutcracker Suite: Clara's Enchanted Holiday Tea Party
Date: Sunday, December 14th, 2025
Doors: 10:00AM
Showtime: 11:00AM
Tickets: Adult - $35 | Child - $25 | VOLTA Student - $15
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Step into the Magic of the Holidays!
Join us for The Nutcracker Suite: Clara’s Enchanted Holiday Tea Party, an immersive holiday experience where Clara’s adventure comes to life in a magical tea party! This beloved holiday celebration offers an interactive experience that will delight guests of all ages
Experience The Nutcracker Like Never Before
Step into Clara’s world with this whimsical holiday tea party! Be surrounded by beloved Nutcracker characters, including the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Mouse Queen, and indulge in festive treats from the Land of the Sweets. Guests are invited to wear their most festive attire and celebrate the season’s magic with us
Support Local Arts and Community
The Nutcracker Suite: Clara’s Enchanted Holiday Tea Party also serves as a meaningful fundraiser to support VOLTA students' annual recital. Join us in supporting the arts with our silent auction featuring unique treasures from local businesses and a bake sale brimming with holiday goodies
Venue Spotlight: Epiphany Center for the Arts
We’re thrilled to bring VOLTA’s The Nutcracker Suite: Clara’s Enchanted Holiday Tea Party to life at the stunning Epiphany Center for the Arts! This beautifully restored 19th-century church, nestled in the heart of Chicago, offers an atmosphere rich with history, charm, and artistic spirit. Epiphany Center’s dedication to inclusivity and creativity aligns seamlessly with VOLTA’s mission to make dance accessible and joyful for all. This venue is more than a backdrop—it’s the perfect stage for an unforgettable holiday experience that welcomes and inspires our entire community!
Don’t Miss This Unforgettable Holiday Event!
Gather family and friends for an afternoon of dance, sweets, and holiday cheer. VOLTA Performing Arts presents… The Nutcracker Suite: Clara’s Enchanted Holiday Tea Party is a wonderful way to celebrate the season together Save the date—December 14, 2025 at 11am!
Be part of a holiday tradition in the making! Get your tickets TODAY!
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Attend the opening reception for How Could We Forget About You by Noel Mercado on Sunday, December 14th, from 2:00-5:00pm. What have you forgotten? When you found
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Attend the opening reception for How Could We Forget About You by Noel Mercado on Sunday, December 14th, from 2:00-5:00pm.
What have you forgotten? When you found it or rediscovered it were you happy, sad, annoyed, delighted, regretful? It was once important and then it became forgotten. What is new to you was once forgotten by me. The work on display is a representation of compartmentalizing ideas and memories with no distinct beginning or end.
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Attend the opening reception for Jordan Porter-Woodruff’s The Children Play Games on Sunday, December 14th, from 2:00-5:00pm. In The Children Play Games, the
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Attend the opening reception for Jordan Porter-Woodruff’s The Children Play Games on Sunday, December 14th, from 2:00-5:00pm.
In The Children Play Games, the artist explores the fragile relationship between play, perception, and imagination through a lens that intertwines past memories, present realities, and future possibilities. The show invites viewers to reflect on how children engage with their world in an age where Artificial Intelligence and deep Internet culture increasingly shape their experiences and understanding. By juxtaposing traditional play with AI-infused elements the artist creates a dialogue about the shifting boundaries of authenticity and creativity in childhood.
Today’s children grow up alongside intelligent machines while immersed in an endless, unfiltered digital stream. Their minds are trained to scroll and react, often at the expense of slower, tactile forms of play that once nurtured fine motor skills, independent thought, and imaginative problem-solving. Algorithmic feeds promise limitless information but leave little room for open-ended discovery, offering access without the depth of true exploration.
Artificial Intelligence sharpens this dilemma by performing acts of invention that once belonged to the developing mind. From generating pictures to completing stories, AI delivers finished creations that bypass the frustration—and growth—of making something from nothing. When creativity is outsourced to algorithms, children risk becoming consumers of novelty rather than creators of it, spectators to a simulation of imagination that demands nothing of their own.
Against this backdrop, The Children Play Games seeks to reclaim the essential terrain of imagination. Each photograph functions as a portal into a dreamlike, yet critical space where the physical and digital coexist without clear hierarchy. By inviting viewers to step into these constructed realities, the exhibition calls on society at large to consider how we might safeguard environments that sustain curiosity, protect the vital connection between mind and hand, and empower the next generation to shape worlds of their own making rather than surrender to those designed for them.
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Attend the opening reception for Black Female Presence with Shane-Jahi Jackson on Sunday, December 14th, from 2:00-5:00pm. The image of Black women in Western Art is one
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Attend the opening reception for Black Female Presence with Shane-Jahi Jackson on Sunday, December 14th, from 2:00-5:00pm.
The image of Black women in Western Art is one riddled with stereotypes, racial
mythologies, visions of servitude and sexual transgressions.
In 1994, Harvard’s Dubois Institute began a research project which later birthed seven volumes on The Image of the Black in Western Art by Harvard’s scholar Henry Louis Gates and David Bindman. All volumes document in detail the fate of ‘black presence’ in European Art and how it historically served to relegate blackness as the extreme opposite of white superiority.
This exhibition continues in the same vein but removes all references to European Art to focus squarely on the Black female model and not as a tool to reaffirm European representational superiority and Christian morals about the body.
Shane-Jahi Jackson’s, Black Female Presence, evades providing the viewer an instructional manual on how to interpret his series of semi-nude figurative paintings of Black women. His “no comment stance” is a deliberate one that resists the impulse to qualify or explain the why of these paintings. Instead, he demands that the viewer have the same reaction or sentiment of awe and the sublime upon seeing Botticelli’s Renaissance painting on the Birth of Venus for the first time without erotizing the image.
The ensemble of works posits the idea that Black women can also be a portal to the Universal and invites the viewer to leave their cliches, biases and judgement at the door.
Shane-Jahi celebrates these women.
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Attend the opening reception for Every Man is an Island by Natasha Moustache on Sunday, December 14th, from 2:00-5:00pm. Metaphysical poet John Donne famously wrote, “No man
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Attend the opening reception for Every Man is an Island by Natasha Moustache on Sunday, December 14th, from 2:00-5:00pm.
Metaphysical poet John Donne famously wrote, “No man is an island, entire of itself,” in his 1624 meditation on the interconnectedness of humanity. In Every Man is an Island, artist Natasha Moustache turns this idea inward, asking what it means to exist both within and apart. To belong to a place that embodies solitude and connection at once.
The Seychelles Islands, an archipelago of 115 islands scattered across the Indian Ocean, embody this paradox. In Moustache’s black and white photographs, the island emerges not as a place apart, but as a living communion of body and spirit, humanity and nature, self and divine. Each image becomes a quiet testament to the ways in which life here is interwoven with the elements — water, wind, light, and faith.
Within this constellation of islands, humanity is held tenderly by the microcosm of the islands themselves, a mirror reflecting the vast, interconnected universe beyond.
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Attend the opening reception for Hope Is the Last Thing by Rebecca Keller on Sunday, December 14th, from 2:00-5:00pm. The works in this
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Attend the opening reception for Hope Is the Last Thing by Rebecca Keller on Sunday, December 14th, from 2:00-5:00pm.
The works in this exhibition are inspired by Epiphany Center for the Arts’ history as a church building, especially the dedicatory plaque hung around the corner in the hall. The grey and white text-based paintings are inspired by the plaque’s color and shape. But while these paintings initially evoke banal, cliched, vaguely uplifting “word art” in vacation rentals and hotels, the language in them quickly veers into denser, darker, trickier, more complicated interpretations.
Though intended to seem like ‘old sayings’ all the texts are original. They are inspired by Emily Dickinson’s “Hope is a thing with feathers” and the Greek myth of Pandora, who opened a forbidden chest and allowed all the evils in the world to fly out. Panicked, she slammed the chest closed, shutting the gift of hope inside.
The themes of wings, flight and transcendence are continued in the images of birds and boats. Traditional iconography in Christian churches, such images are metaphors for faith and belief. Here again, tropes associated with lightness and beauty reveal their darker side as the birds (our stand-ins?) are sometimes in danger, or in anguish, and boats drift unmoored, without direction. But others float or fly past, unconcerned and unaware.
These works refer to the difficulty of maintaining hope, and the insistence that we keep trying anyway. They call to mind the pain of distress as well as the possibility of grace.
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Attend the opening reception for The Language We Create on Sunday, December 14th, from 2:00-5:00pm. The Language We Create speaks directly to the role of
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Attend the opening reception for The Language We Create on Sunday, December 14th, from 2:00-5:00pm.
The Language We Create speaks directly to the role of artists in the world of visual communication.
Throughout the diversity of their explorations, these 11 artists, all cohort residents of Chicago Artists Coalition, remain in dialogue with one another. Each work brings its own context, the clear signature of its creator - a story crafted through the artist’s uniquely defined language. These pieces, while distinct, have common threads that link them one to another.
We see a vocabulary built on textures, colors, and shapes, layered with movement and light in the same way nouns, verbs and adjectives are traditionally woven together in prose. These combinations as envisioned by the artist craft their narrative, document their reality.
Language however, is an inherently social tool used to enhance relationships, for expression and connection. While the work is its own being, it asks the viewer to bring their own interpretation to the experience, linking themselves to the piece as well.
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Golden Hour at Epiphany:
Stop by Epiphany for Golden Hour beforehand for free live music, drinks and lite bites in the Café Bar! Doors open at 5pm with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials until 7:00pm
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Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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sun14dec7:30 pm9:30 pmLester does Luther
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Lester does Luther Date: Sunday, December 14th, 2025 Doors: 7:00PM Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $30 | Day of Show - $40 | VIP Table for 2 - $125 | VIP Table for
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Lester does Luther
Date: Sunday, December 14th, 2025
Doors: 7:00PM
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Advanced - $30 | Day of Show - $40 | VIP Table for 2 - $125 | VIP Table for 4 - $250
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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🎶✨ Join Us for an Unforgettable Night of Soul at the Epiphany Center for the Arts! ✨🎶
Prepare to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of soul music at the highly-anticipated live show, “Lester Does Luther and Other Black Queer Souldiers.” This spectacular tribute to the legendary Luther Vandross and a celebration of other iconic Black soul singers from the queer spectrum promises to be a remarkable evening of music, emotion, and pride!
📍 Location: Epiphany Center for the Arts
201 s Ashland Ave, Chicago, Illinois
🗓️ Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30PM
Experience the Legacy of Soul:
Featuring timeless works from Luther Vandross, Teddy Pendergrass, Prince, Frank Ocean, and many more, this show is a heartfelt exploration of the songs that have shaped generations. Join us as we honor the artistry and influence of these remarkable musicians who have left an indelible mark on the music industry.
Starring the Spectacular Lester Jay
Lester Jenkins, a proud Chicago native, is the shining star of the night! With a Bachelor’s degree in vocal jazz performance and acting from Columbia College Chicago, this seasoned performer has graced stages across the Midwest and beyond for over 15 years. Known for his dynamic presence, Lester’s journey in music has been nothing short of inspiring.
What to Expect:
As the lead vocalist backed by the talented Jaystones band, Lester will take you on a sonic journey that captivates the heart and lifts the spirit. Every moment promises to be electrifying. From delivering soulful renditions of classic hits to presenting original works infused with his unique style, Lester will enchant you with his soulful voice and magnetic stage presence.
Celebrate Love and Heritage:
In a night dedicated to the intersections of Black and queer identities, come and revel in the celebration of love, art, and community. Enjoy a performance that showcases not only the soul-stirring melodies but the stories that define us all.
Don’t miss out on this extraordinary night! Get your tickets now and join us for a heartfelt celebration of soul music that will resonate long after the final note.
Let the music move you, let the memories unfold, and let’s honor the timeless legacy of soul together!
See you there!
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 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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thu18dec5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour Featuring Alejandro UrzagasteFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
Event Details
Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live Music Set from Alejandro Urzagaste 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
About:
Alejandro Urzagaste is a midwestern native of South American descent. He studied guitar at Northern Illinois University with Fareed Haque after graduating St. Charles High School and being in the Jazz Workshop.
Alejandro released "Urban Intervals," in January 2012 featuring pianist Jodie Christian. In 2018 “Subject to Change,” was his first with the quartet Flow featuring Bill Carrothers on piano followed by “This From That,” in 2020.
“Universal Translation,” is scheduled to be released and was recorded at Creation Audio in Minneapolis featuring Anthony Cox on bass and Ethan Kogan on drums. This latest quartet recording proves to be his best yet featuring the sounds of a stellar rhythm section and the accompaniment of Bill Carrothers,
Alejandro has toured and performed with Jodie Christian, Von Freeman, Rodney Whitaker, Ron Blake, Bobby Broom, Ron Perrillo, Fred Anderson, Malachi Favors and Deana Martin.
He is the owner of North Shore Music and plays Hofner guitars.
More information at www.auguitar.com
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thu18dec8:00 pm9:30 pmThe Fifth Star Band
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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The Fifth Star Band Date: Thursday, December 18th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM for Golden Hour | 7:30PM to the Sanctuary Showtime: 8:00PM Ticket: General Admission - $20 About: Join us for a festive night
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The Fifth Star Band
Date: Thursday, December 18th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM for Golden Hour | 7:30PM to the Sanctuary
Showtime: 8:00PM
Ticket: General Admission - $20
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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 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!
Golden Hour Menu + Music Schedule
Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.
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fri19dec7:30 pm9:00 pmRing-A-Ding Swing, It's Christmas! featuring Gary Thomas
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Ring-A-Ding Swing, It's Christmas featuring Gary Thomas Date: Friday, December 19th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $30 | Day of Show - $35 | VIP
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Ring-A-Ding Swing, It's Christmas featuring Gary Thomas
Date: Friday, December 19th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Advanced - $30 | Day of Show - $35 | VIP Table for 2 - $80 | VIP Table for 4 - $160
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:
Get ready to swing into the season with Ring-A-Ding-Ding, It’s Christmas!—a festive holiday musical celebration with Gary Thomas and his jazz quartet, The Tom-Toms. Inspired by the classic TV specials of the 1960s, this show brings the swagger of Sinatra, the charm of Dean Martin, and the sparkle of Andy Williams to life with a toe-tapping lineup of swingin’ Christmas favorites. It’s a merry mix of nostalgia, smooth vocals, and cool jazz that’ll have you feeling like it’s Christmas Eve, 1967.
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 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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fri19dec7:30 pm9:30 pmFree Blues Friday featuring Ivy FordFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Free Blues Friday featuring Ivy Ford Date: Friday, December 19th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW About: Ivy Ford, singer, songwriter, musician
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Free Blues Friday featuring Ivy Ford
Date: Friday, December 19th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW
About:
Ivy Ford, singer, songwriter, musician and ENTERTAINER. Self-made she is a multi-instrumentalist (guitar, bass, drums, piano) that is considered to be one of the current heavy hitters in the Chicago blues and music scene! 2015 kicked started opening for Buddy Guy at his club 'Legends' and is a household name there and other Chicago blues clubs. She is known for her high energy guitar playing and showmanship onstage that gives her audience and listeners an experience they won't forget, raising the bar show after show. Currently Ivy Ford has three original albums which have been recognized in ROOTS magazine, Chicago Blues Guide and other publishings both in the United States and abroad. She made her Canadian debut in 2019 and since has been on several European tours. She has been highlighted in the last three Chicago Blues Festivals as well and continues to spread her music, performance and entertainment near and far.
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 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!
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sat20dec5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour Featuring Jimmy BenningtonFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
Event Details
Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live Music Set from Jimmy Bennington 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
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sat20dec7:30 pm9:00 pmChristmas With Oliv and Friends
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Christmas With Oliv and Friends Date: Saturday, December 20th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25 | VIP Table for
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Christmas With Oliv and Friends
Date: Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25 | VIP Table for 2 - $60 | VIP Table for 4 - $120
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:
Oliv Blu is a Chicago-based soul and R&B artist celebrated for her captivating voice, expressive songwriting, and genuine connection with her audience. First introduced to many through her standout performances on The Voice, Oliv has since carved her own path as an independent artist whose music radiates authenticity, confidence, and heart.
Last year, she released her holiday EP Christmas with Oliv, blending classic Christmas favorites with her original single Christmas Night—a song that evokes the warmth, nostalgia, and magic of the season. Whether performing with a full band or in an intimate acoustic setting, Oliv’s performances leave audiences feeling inspired, uplifted, and connected.
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 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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sun21dec7:00 pm9:00 pmChicago Immigrant Orchestra
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Chicago Immigrant Orchestra Date: Sunday, December 21st, 2025 Doors: 6:00PM Showtime: 7:00PM Tickets: GA Advanced - $35 | GA Day of Show - $40| High Tops for 2 - $50 | VIP Table
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Chicago Immigrant Orchestra
Date: Sunday, December 21st, 2025
Doors: 6:00PM
Showtime: 7:00PM
Tickets: GA Advanced - $35 | GA Day of Show - $40| High Tops for 2 - $50 | VIP Table for 2: $100 | VIP Table for 4: $200
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About Chicago Immigrant Orchestra:
The Chicago Immigrant Orchestra, originally founded in 1999 by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, emerged as a vibrant expression of the city's rich musical diversity until the end of its initial run in 2004. Helmed at the time by Willy Schwartz, the orchestra brought together musicians from Chicago's immigrant communities, showcasing a global array of musical traditions. Though its initial run ended after 5 years, its influence lingered, leaving an indelible mark on the local music scene.
In 2019, a new chapter unfolded when the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events enlisted guitarist Fareed Haque and oud player Wanees Zarour to revive the orchestra for the 2020 Chicago World Music Festival. Despite the challenges posed by the global COVID-19 pandemic, the orchestra persevered, delivering a lauded virtual concert in September 2020.
Today, the rejuvenated Chicago Immigrant Orchestra comprises a 20-piece ensemble drawn from Chicago's immigrant communities, representing an eclectic mix of musical heritages from across the globe. Under the artistic direction of Haque and Zarour, musicians hailing from the Far East to Western Europe, Africa, and the Americas collaboratively shape the orchestra's musical narrative.
Embracing a fresh perspective, the New Chicago Immigrant Orchestra delves into the interplay between diverse musical traditions, weaving a rich tapestry that celebrates both their shared connections and distinctive differences.
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sun21dec7:30 pm9:00 pmBoyce Hudson
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Boyce Hudson Date: Sunday, December 21st, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25 ‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket
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Boyce Hudson
Date: Sunday, December 21st, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Boyce is an emerging male jazz vocalist whose unique sound seamlessly blends the emotive power of gospel with the smooth sophistication of jazz and the groove of neo-soul. With a voice that captivates listeners from the first note, Boyce brings a fresh, yet timeless approach to the world of jazz.
His musical journey began in the church, where he honed his vocal technique and developed a deep connection to the emotional depth of gospel music. Influenced by greats like Donny Hathaway, Sarah Vaughn, and Luther Vandross, his style evokes both the spirit of traditional jazz and the soulful resonance of contemporary sounds.
His smooth vocal phrasing and rich tone offer an engaging experience, blending heartfelt lyricism with rhythmic intensity that can both soothe and stir the soul. Whether he's performing intimate jazz standards or infusing his own compositions with personal depth, Boyce brings a rare artistry to the stage.
With an ever-growing fan base and a larger than life presence that commands attention, Boyce is quickly becoming a voice to watch in the jazz world. His upcoming projects promise to explore new territories in sound while paying homage to the rich traditions of jazz, soul, and gospel, making him an exciting force in the contemporary music scene.
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sat27dec8:00 pm10:30 pmNeptunes Core with Jane Hobson and Anna Henson
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Neptunes Core with Jane Hobson and Anna Henson Date: Saturday, December 27th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 8:00PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | Advanced - $20 |
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Neptunes Core with Jane Hobson and Anna Henson
Date: Saturday, December 27th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 8:00PM
Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25
About Neptune's Core:
Neptune's Core is an alternative indie rock band made up of two sets of sisters. The four created the bad-ass group out of Chicago’s thriving indie-rock scene. Jim DeRogits summed it up best on Sound Opinions: "Their age belies the sophistication of the songwriting and instrumentation ... classic alternative era with delicate fragile quiet moments exploding into loud dynamics."
As talented multi-instrumentalists and passionate music fans, they seek to bring their music to life with a love of indie and punk music while having a background in jazz and classical music. And that’s not to mention their heartfelt lyrics and the catharsis when they belt them out.
Jill Hopkins (Metro Chicago and Host of Opus Podcast) says, “Every few years in Chicago as the new wave of rock band makes themselves known, a few rise to the top through a mix of talent, timing, uniqueness, and natural charm. And I have not seen many bands do that as well or as quickly as the women of Neptune’s Core.”
Neptune's Core brings forth new sounds and new emotions with their latest EP, Called Upon (Side Hustle Records).
About Jane Hobson:
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sun28dec3:00 pm5:00 pmThe Epiphany Lounge Featuring Chris Greene
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Guild Room
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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The Epiphany Lounge Featuring Chris Greene Date: Sunday, December 28th, 2025 Doors: 2:30PM Showtime: 3:00PM Tickets: FREE ADMISSION |RSVP BELOW ‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit
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The Epiphany Lounge Featuring Chris Greene
Date: Sunday, December 28th, 2025
Doors: 2:30PM
Showtime: 3:00PM
Tickets: FREE ADMISSION |RSVP BELOW
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Saxophonist and composer Chris Greene was born in Evanston, IL. He spent his formative years in the award-winning Evanston High School Wind and Jazz Ensembles. As a teenager he began to play professionally with many local pop/rock and jazz bands. Greene eventually went to Bloomington, IN to attend the prestigious Indiana University Jazz Studies program and studied with renowned professor and cellist David Baker. Greene returned to Chicago in 1994 and has since collaborated with some of the nation’s most creative and versatile musicians. As a performer, Greene can be seen with many different groups - in many different genres. He also leads his own award-winning and critically-acclaimed band, the Chris Greene Quartet.
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sun28dec7:00 pm9:00 pmIndigo: Transitions
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Indigo: Transitions Date: Sunday, December 28th, 2025 Doors: 6:30PM Showtime: 7:00PM Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20 ‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ -
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Indigo: Transitions
Date: Sunday, December 28th, 2025
Doors: 6:30PM
Showtime: 7:00PM
Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Indigo: Transitions will be an evening of musical exploration and storytelling. We invite You to join us for two sets of original compositions, improvisation, and arrangements all rooted in soul music and storytelling.
Indigo is a vocalist, composer, and curator from the southside of Chicago. Rooted in the traditions of Black Music and the deep study of Black Aesthetics, her art moves with purpose—telling stories that seek truth and connection.
Indigo is the founder and host of Indigo Sessions, a show series meant to highlight the creations of Black Women and Black Queer creatives. Indigo Sessions was born from her personal longing—for safety, for kinship, for a place where We could show up fully, without apology. It has found home in beloved spaces like Epiphany Center for the Arts, Dorothy and The.BlkRoom, continuing to grow as a living archive of community, artistry, and liberation.
Indigo is currently a resident artist at Epiphany Center for the Arts, where she continues to expand her work across performance and curation. This performance will feature:
Indigo on Vocals and Poetry
Nick2Bomb on Turntables
Carmani Edwards on the Bass
Daniel Gayden on the Drums
Max Lazerus on the Keys and Saxophone
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tue30dec7:00 pm9:30 pmAnne & Mark Burnell's 22nd Annual Eve of the Eve
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Anne & Mark Burnell's 22nd Annual Eve of the Eve Date: Tuesday, December 30th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:00PM Tickets: General Admission - $35 | VIP Table for
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Anne & Mark Burnell's 22nd Annual Eve of the Eve
Date: Tuesday, December 30th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:00PM
Tickets: General Admission - $35 | VIP Table for 2 - $90 | VIP Table for 4 - $180
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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Kick off the New Year a day early! Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell host their 22st Annual Eve of the Eve show the Sanctuary, Epiphany Center for the Arts, 201 S Ashland, Chicago, Monday, December 30th, at 7:00pm. A musical celebration featuring Chicago Singers: Broadway, cabaret , pop, jazz, blues, and comedy. Cocktails and lite bites will be available. This night has become a favorite celebration in Chicago, reminiscent of the variety shows of the 60's and 70's.
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November
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Catacombs
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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DnBiD presents 'Golden Hour' Free Cocktail Hour Dance Party with Special Guest SHAWN BLOND Date: Friday, November 21st, 2025 Doors & Showtime: 5:00PM Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW ‘Service charges apply
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DnBiD presents 'Golden Hour' Free Cocktail Hour Dance Party with Special Guest SHAWN BLOND
Date: Friday, November 21st, 2025
Doors & Showtime: 5:00PM
Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About DnBiD:
https://www.facebook.com/shawn.blond
https://www.instagram.com/shawnblond
- Doors at 5pm
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fri21nov5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour Featuring MiNi Covers
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
Event Details
Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live Music Set from NAME 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
About:
MiNi Covers is a vocal piano duo featuring Nicole Nicolalde and Miles Pretel. Reflecting the many inspirations of their generation, their repertoire contains songs from timeless boleros to pop hits.
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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P.O.E. Date: Saturday, February 7th, 2026 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | General Admission - $20 ‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases
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P.O.E.
Date: Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | General Admission - $20
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Independent R&B/Soul
Chicago Native Purpose (P.O.E) which stands for Purpose Over Everything, started singing at the age of 14, inspired by upbringing in the church.
All of his music is influenced by artists like Micheal Jackson , Brandy , Tyrese , Tank ,Toni Braxton , H.E.R, Tevin Campbell , and Usher.
His passion is to create music that speaks to the heart and soul of all listeners, by story telling in the most transparent state, as showcased in his first single "One More Time" in 2023.
He then followed with his captivating EP, “DRAMA”.
Though he’s still growing along music journey, audiences will continue to be blown away with P.O.E.’s sound his new single “Be Like”. Shows more passion and depth
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 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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fri21nov(nov 21)8:00 pmsat22(nov 22)12:00 amLake Effect
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Lake Effect Date: Friday, November 21st, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 8:00PM Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20 ‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket
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Lake Effect
Date: Friday, November 21st, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 8:00PM
Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
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lakefx:
lakefx is the newborn brainchild of Chicago-based artists Mithra & relativity lounge. A pure homage to dub-rooted music & all its intricacies, the two layer live production elements onto the art of crate-digging to create a lush environment for dancers & enthusiasts alike. From downtempo to techno & beyond, no spaced-out niche is left untouched.
Inspired by countless excursions on Lake Michigan, Lakefx brings the hypnotic ambiance of flowing water to the dancefloor.
Mentrek:
The Mentrek Project has been brewing since 2022.
What started as a series of modular jam sessions and late night hangouts began to take shape over 2023 and 2024, as they invited more of our friends to spend an evening banging out dance tunes. Over the years it's grown to involve 10 artists, unified under the vision of club-ready, bass- heavy tracks molded by Nuan Sonar and Thysbe.
As they’ve progressed and grew through these collaborations, a system emerged. Hours of recordings of eurorack synthesizers, analog drum machines, and vintage records would then be cut up and arranged. Each track aims to have a solid progression, morphing between techno, dubstep, breaks, and footwork. We refuse to be put in a box, and are constantly experimenting and stealing ideas to refit to our own ideals.
RED40:
Lake Effect’s merry pranksters Swesdo & Rimjickles have joined forces to present a dive into the fantastic. WARNING: RED40’s whimsical, dialed, and gyration inducing grooves may result in: erratic movements, existential crisis, involuntary joy amongst loved ones, and the urge to smoke 4 or 5 CBD darts. You may leave with the urge to worldbuild amongst your groupchat, no matter how many messages it takes to drive your point home. Let's kick off the evening in shplendrick style and soak up the RED40…
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 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!
Golden Hour Menu + Music Schedule
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sat22nov5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour featuring DJ MwelwaFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live DJ Sets from DJ Mwelwa 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
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Mwelwa Musambacine is influenced by cultures and people across the globe. He is recognized across music circles as one of Chicago's best international and world music DJs. Mwelwa's assorted global mix includes reggae, kizomba, salsa, bachata, samba, kompa, merengue, afrobeat(s), semba, jazz, funk, son, amapiano, punta, soukous, makossa, calypso, afropop, zouk, house, reggaeton, coupé décalé, soca, blues, cumbia and various types of Arabic, Indian & African varieties. Mwelwa also plans and promotes events as a part of Akasuba./Sunny Side Up.
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Attend the closing reception for Community on the Make | Arts of Life 2000 – 2025 (part deux) on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:00-8:00pm. Following the closing of this
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Attend the closing reception for Community on the Make | Arts of Life 2000 – 2025 (part deux) on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:00-8:00pm.
Following the closing of this exhibition at the Design Museum of Chicago, Epiphany Center for the Arts is happy to present Community on the Make | Arts of Life 2000 - 2025 (part deux)
“Yet once you've come to be part of this particular patch, you'll never love another... But never a lovely so real.” — Nelson Algren, Chicago: City on the Make
Nelson Algren’s raw love letter to Chicago speaks to the soul of a city made of equal parts beauty and struggle, resilience and reinvention. His words resonate deeply with the journey of Arts of Life—an organization born on the margins and grown into a transformative creative force. For 25 years, Arts of Life has built something “so real”: a studio collective where artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities lead with vision, passion, and purpose.
We quote Algren because his Chicago is our Chicago—not polished, but powerful. Not built for easy consumption, but built to last. And like the city he described, our community didn’t wait for permission to exist—we created our own space.
Community on the Make at the Design Museum of Chicago marks another meaningful milestone in claiming our place within the city's vast creative landscape. Design is about intention—about systems, structures, and the ways people move through the world. Our artists are not only makers of art—they are re-makers of culture. Together, they have designed a new model for what inclusive creative communities can be: one shaped by collective decision-making and rooted in our core values:
- INSPIRING Artistic Expression
- BUILDING Community
- PROMOTING Self-Respect
- DEVELOPING Independence
This group exhibition is a celebration of what we’ve accomplished—but also a provocation. It asks us to reconsider: Who is art for? Who gets to shape culture? And how can design become a tool of liberation? Community on the Make highlights artists, staff, and volunteers both past and present who have shaped our community while also allowing the public to contribute and engage in the exhibition. Community on the Make is not just a reflection on where we’ve been. It’s a declaration of where we’re going.
Featured Artists
Ariée, Chris Austin, Renata Berdes, Raina Carter, Guy Conners, Veronica Cuculich, Ted Gram Boarini, Stefan Harhaj, Noel Herrera, Nik Heusman, Marcus Imani Kennedy, David Krueger, Lawrence M, Ben Marcus, Mike Marino, Susan Pasowicz, Hubert Posey, Brian Reed, Alex Scott, Kelly Stone, Tim Stone, Maria Vanik, Chris Viau, Allison Wade, Jean Wilson, Marvin Young, Christina Zion
Arts of Life advances the creative arts community by providing artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities a collective space to expand their practice and strengthen their leadership.
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Attend the closing reception for WERIEM’s L’esprit de Pierrot on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:00-8:00pm. This series of paintings and drawings explores the enduring spirit of Pierrot—the
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Attend the closing reception for WERIEM’s L’esprit de Pierrot on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:00-8:00pm.
This series of paintings and drawings explores the enduring spirit of Pierrot—the iconic French character who embodies poetic vulnerability, theatrical grace, and quiet melancholy.
L'esprit de Pierrot (The Spirit of Pierrot) is not a character study—it is an atmosphere. The works evoke fragility, introspection, and the unspoken drama of being. Each piece exists in a suspended moment between stillness and performance, between reality and reverie. Through subtle gesture and deliberate restraint, the artwork creates an emotional atmosphere that transcends literal representation. The compositions become mirrors, inviting viewers to project their own inner theater onto each image.
With this exhibition, WERIEM invites viewers to pause within these contemplative spaces, to feel the weight of unspoken emotion, and to recognize the delicate ways in which beauty, loss, and imagination intertwine in our daily performance of being human.
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Attend the closing reception on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:00-8:00pm. My 1.5 year old son says only a handful of words- wow, momma, daddy, ball, truck, fraise,
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Attend the closing reception on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:00-8:00pm.
My 1.5 year old son says only a handful of words- wow, momma, daddy, ball, truck, fraise, ciao. The week I committed to this exhibition at Epiphany, he added a new word: birthday.
Birthday is about how scary it is to begin. The first scream, first smile, first word, first step, first fall. The moment my son was born I was certain I was dying. In the days and months that followed it still wasn’t clear as we existed in a new web of pain, euphoria and wonder. It helps to have something to hug, something to hold you up. A live camera is positioned above the crib and I watch my son sleep.
A birthday is a celebration, a renewal, but also a reckoning. Sometimes counting up feels like counting down, and the beginning is also an ending. The work in this show is holding on and letting go. The subject matter appears familiar, a stuffed animal, a lifejacket, stills from the baby monitor. Materials in the show include silk, human hair and hair salon foils. Having grown up in a hair salon, these objects and images anchor me to my own childhood, my own history of birthdays and time passing. The week Birthday opens my son will turn 2.
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Attend the closing performance for Liz McCarthy’s Imperfect Players on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:30-6:00pm. ________ Imperfect Players is a collection of ceramic vessels that can be performed as
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Attend the closing performance for Liz McCarthy’s Imperfect Players on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:30-6:00pm.
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Imperfect Players is a collection of ceramic vessels that can be performed as musical instruments and accompanied by drawings.
I worked at an auction house creating condition reports for fine and decorative art. These objects were valuable for their aesthetic, craft, and cultural histories. I often studied ceramic vases closely and under a black light to find the imperfections: cracks, chips, and many networks of hidden repair. They had their own material stories in the flaws of their production and accumulation of wear. These imperfections degraded their value, but also served as evidence of their authenticity.
I am a similar vessel. My human body has sustained physical and psychological changes and damage, and I hold that with me as I function day to day. Especially after giving birth to my child, I was very aware of dramatic shifts to my mind and body, and I struggled to perform as I once did. Imperfect Players is a response to that corporal rift. These forms are adorned with their own broken and fused pieces, just as I hold onto memories and my material body holds scars and strain of the past. Although broken, these vessels are also instruments that can be played to make musical sounds.
Imperfect Players celebrates imperfect and broken vessels that disrupt the idealized form, and still function as instruments in the world.
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sat22nov7:30 pm10:30 pmNogu Svelo! World Tour 2025
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Nogu Svelo! World Tour 2025 Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025 Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour | 7PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM **Tickets: Early Bird GA: $55 | GA - $65 | VIP Meet and
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Nogu Svelo! World Tour 2025
Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour | 7PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
**Tickets: Early Bird GA: $55 | GA - $65 | VIP Meet and Greet Add-On (add on only, the VIP ticket does not grant you access to the event) - $95 | LP/Vinyl Pre-order (must be purchased in advance) - $100
This is a standing room only show**
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Tap to pay only at door
About:
Nogu Svelo!, the legendary punk rock band originated in Russia and is now based in the United States. Known for their energetic sound and fearless political stance, the band continues to use music as a force for change, raising awareness about the ongoing war in Ukraine and standing against oppression.
Fresh off the sixth leg of their world tour, which spanned 65 gigs across 64 cities in Europe, Asia, North and South America, Nogu Svelo! has not only brought their music to a global audience but also raised $100,000 for Ukraine through their performances.
A Legacy of Resistance and Musical Innovation
With a career spanning 35 years, Nogu Svelo! has built a cult following since their beginnings in 1988 as part of the famous Moscow Rock Laboratory. The band has released 16 full-length albums, 71 official music videos, and has won multiple awards across Russia and Europe, including MTV Russia’s Best Soundtrack Award.
While Nogu Svelo! originally gained recognition in Russia, the band is now fully based in the U.S., delivering English-language versions of their biggest hits alongside brand-new material recorded with their American lineup.
Frontman Max Pokrovskiy—the band’s lead singer, bassist, and principal songwriter—has been an outspoken critic of Vladimir Putin’s regime for years. Due to his support for Alexei Navalny and his unwavering anti-war stance, he has been banned from performing in Russia. Since the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Pokrovskiy has released ten powerful anti-war anthems (“We Don’t Need War,” “Russia, Go Home!”, “Ukraine”...) were included in the album “Amputation”.
Art as Activism: Global Recognition for Nogu Svelo!
Beyond their musical success, Nogu Svelo! has been recognized for their politically charged music videos, which have won multiple international awards. Their recent works, “Prison Romance” and “Happy New Year, My Son,” have been celebrated at film festivals such as:
● DOC LA: Los Angeles Documentary Film Festival
● Los Angeles Cinematography Awards (LACA)
● Cinema World Fest Awards
● New York State International Film Festival
Music with a Mission: Humanitarian Efforts
In addition to their musical activism, Nogu Svelo! has actively fundraised for Ukraine through various efforts, including:
● Raising funds for World Unite for Ukraine via an online concert.
● Supporting a refugee shelter in Tbilisi, Georgia.
● Participating in the GCI Planet Charity Event: Peace, Music, and Art Soiree.
● Raising funds for two ambulances for Ukraine during their European tour via the charity Zeilen van Vrijheid.
● Contributing to the purchase of a mobile hospital for Ukraine through a charity talk show in Cyprus.
● Supporting a children’s hospice in Ukraine during a performance in Amsterdam.
In August 2023, Nogu Svelo! performed at the first independent anti-war film festival, AWIIFF, playing a powerful open-air concert for over 1,000 people in Estonia.
A Call to Action Through Music
Nogu Svelo! continues to stand against war, censorship, and tyranny, using their music as a rallying cry for freedom. As the world watches the ongoing conflict, the band remains dedicated to spreading their message of resistance and unity through the most powerful medium they know—music.
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 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.
sat22nov7:30 pm10:30 pmMr. Blotto
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Mr. Blotto Date: Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25 ‘Service charges apply to ALL
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Mr. Blotto
Date: Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
Mr. Blotto is Chicago’s Original Jam Band. In their 33rd year as a non-stop touring band with over a dozen albums and nearly 4000 concerts under their belt, Mr. Blotto is at this point, a force of nature to be experienced. Generational audiences are engaged and surprised constantly as the band breaks down norms and expectations by playing surprise albums in their entirety, or voyaging on complex musical odysseys. Always fun, always high quality sound and always fresh, Mr. Blotto made it through the rough and tumble music world as survivors that now share their unparalleled professional experience and unbridled creativity in every show.
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 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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sun23nov6:30 pm8:00 pmTHE HBCU EXPERIENCE Vol. 3: Concert and Scholarship Fundraiser
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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THE HBCU EXPERIENCE Vol. 3: Concert and Scholarship Fundraiser Date: Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 Doors: 6:00PM Showtime: 6:30PM Tickets: Advanced - $40 | Day of Show - $50 | VIP Table for 2 -
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THE HBCU EXPERIENCE Vol. 3: Concert and Scholarship Fundraiser
Date: Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Doors: 6:00PM
Showtime: 6:30PM
Tickets: Advanced - $40 | Day of Show - $50 | VIP Table for 2 - $150 | VIP Table for 4 - $300
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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The Chicago HBCU Alumni Choir is a dedicated organization with a primary mission of safeguarding the rich musical legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Additionally, the organization extends to the community through service and supporting the emerging generation of scholars and musicians. Founder and Director, Martin L. Woods, an alumnus of Morehouse College, along with HBCU alumni is excited to announce an extraordinary event known as 'THE HBCU EXPERIENCE Vol. 3: Concert and Scholarship Fundraiser,' which encapsulates the essence of the organization's purpose. The concert will feature special guests and HBCU honorees.
This mission is founded on four fundamental pillars: preservation, outreach, scholarship, and alumni engagement. Comprising HBCU alumni from the Chicagoland area, the Chicago HBCU Alumni Choir was established in 2023. The choir has graced local stages, performing at prominent venues such as the United Center, Wrigley Field and Soldier Field.
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sun23nov7:30 pm9:00 pmCANCELLED! Brother Jacob & the Good News Blues BandCANCELLED!
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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CANCELLED! Brother Jacob & the Good News Blues Band Date: Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 Doors: 7:00PM Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: General Admission - $15 | VIP Table for 2 - $50 | VIP Table for
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CANCELLED! Brother Jacob & the Good News Blues Band
Date: Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Doors: 7:00PM
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: General Admission - $15 | VIP Table for 2 - $50 | VIP Table for 4 - $100
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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Brother Jacob is a proud Chicago native, blues artist, radio host, and cultural preservationist whose performances blend the soul of gospel with the electric grit of Chicago blues. Born and raised on the city’s South Side, he fell in love with the blues as a child listening to WVON-AM’s Pervis Spann “The Blues Man” in the midnight hours. That deep musical foundation sparked a lifelong calling that would evolve into a unique voice on stage, over the airwaves, and in the city’s cultural conversations.
He began his professional journey through the Blues in the Schools program, performing at the Chicago Blues Festival under the mentorship of Deitra Farr. Over the years, Brother Jacob has become a familiar face on the scene, not just as a guest vocalist or sit-in performer, but as a frontman building a body of work with his own band and his own voice.
His music carries a spiritual intensity, rooted in storytelling and tradition, and driven by a mission to connect, uplift, and preserve. Brother Jacob delivers blues with reverence and revival.
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fri28nov5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Rachel KirbyFREE ADMISSION! RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour at Epiphany
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live Music Set from Rachel Kirby 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
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Rachel Kirby is a 23-year-old singer-songwriter from Chicago, Illinois. Inspired by all kinds of music ranging from jazz to folk to rock, her music crosses borders between genres, with the heaviest influences being alternative rock and pop. Her lyrics are extremely vulnerable as she reflects on her experiences with mental illness and personal relationships, illustrating an honest portrait of a flawed young woman, still figuring everything out. Her intricate and personal lyrics combined with her uniquely deep, rich, and powerful voice create a deep emotional experience for the listener to sink into.
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fri28nov7:30 pm9:30 pmJoey Apter, T. Maguire, Underwear, & Nikel
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Joey Apter, T. Maguire, Underwear, & Nikel Date: Friday, November 28th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | General Admission - $20 ‘Service
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Joey Apter, T. Maguire, Underwear, & Nikel
Date: Friday, November 28th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | General Admission - $20
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About Joey Apter:
Just playing some songs. No big deal. Chicago Shit Factory.
About T. Maguire:
T. Maguire is for fans of being born, dying, and in between. Chicago Riff Factory.
About Underwear:
Underwear is the solo project of Annalise Panken. Sometimes Underwear plays with friends. Words and phrases used to describe Underwear’s sound include but are not limited to: abrasive, subversive, adhesive, progressive, transformative, repetitive, primitive, and “a smashing OK time.” Chicago Spliff Factory.
About Nikel:
Nikel dreamt a few song ideas, here he plays some of them.
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 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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fri28nov7:30 pm9:30 pmMuffy Fishbasket and Yuka Layme Drag BingoFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Muffy Fishbasket and Yuka Layme Drag Bingo Date: Friday, November 28th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall Showtime: 7:30PM Tickets: Free Admission! | RSVP Below About: Muffy Fishbasket
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Muffy Fishbasket and Yuka Layme Drag Bingo
Date: Friday, November 28th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall
Showtime: 7:30PM
Tickets: Free Admission! | RSVP Below
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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 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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sat29nov5:00 pm8:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Sol Ley & St. SinclaireFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive drink specials until 7PM! Golden Hour at Epiphany
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Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive drink specials until 7PM!
Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!
Live DJ Sets from Sol Ley & St. Sinclaire 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)
Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.
About Sol Ley:
Sol Ley crafts warm, sun-soaked sets that inspire movement from sunset to sunrise. Blending the soulful rhythms of Afrohouse with classic House grooves and smooth R&B, his sound is a vibrant journey through global beats. A curator with song choices that radiate like a ray of sunshine, enveloping dancers in a profound sense of warmth and bliss.
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sat29nov8:00 pm11:00 pmJohnny Bear with Nightshift, kevjlee, DJ Stoned Cole
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Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Catacombs
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
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Johnny Bear with Nightshift, kevjlee, DJ Stoned Cole Date: Saturday, November 29th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Catacombs Showtime: 8:00PM Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20
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Johnny Bear with Nightshift, kevjlee, DJ Stoned Cole
Date: Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Catacombs
Showtime: 8:00PM
Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About Johnny Bear:
Introduced to electronic music in the early 2000’s, after experimenting with a variety of instruments, Johnny was inspired by the boom of the electronic music scene during the 2010s to start producing himself. Johnny began crafting tracks of his own, blending inspiration from across the genre’s diverse subcultures, although always with an affinity to Chicago’s house music.
Having released his debut EP, Johnny has honed a bright, uplifting sound defined by feel-good energy and cheery vibes. His EP, “ID” is out on all streaming services
Born and raised in the Chicagoland area, Nightshift is a young and upcoming house and techno DJ. His journey began during his freshman year of college, when a roommate introduced him to the art of DJing—a moment that sparked a lasting passion for dance music and club culture.
Since then, Nightshift has cultivated a deep appreciation for the many realms of electronic music, channeling his influences into sets that balance groove, grit, and atmosphere. Blending elements of hardgroove, club, and indie dance, he crafts high-energy performances that move seamlessly between underground intensity and melodic euphoria.
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 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
sat29nov(nov 29)8:00 pmsun30(nov 30)2:00 amHörtechna
Time
Location
Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
AGE REQUIREMENT
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Event Details
Hörtechna Date: Saturday, November 29th, 2025 Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary Showtime: 8:00PM Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW ‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’
Event Details
Hörtechna
Date: Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary
Showtime: 8:00PM
Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door
About:
DJs to perform 8pm – 2am
Lighting design by Imaginate
Hörtechna is a new event series and artist collective in Chicago focused on showcasing Techno music, building a supportive community, uplifting emerging talent, and reinvigorating the dancefloor. Our high-energy, rhythmic Raw/Hardgroove Techno speaks to the soul and innervates the body. We gather inspiration from old-school to new; from our Detroit forebearers to those who are pushing musical boundaries.
NOTE: We seek to maintain a safe space for all who enter and we stand for mutual respect. Consent is a rule, not a suggestion. In order to keep the VIBES high and the MUSIC in focus, please limit phone and device usage to the areas away from the dancefloor.
Artist Bios
DJ Blix
Born and raised in Chicagoland, DJ BLIX (Griffin Tome) spins minimal, raw techno with an emphasis on layering and deep bass. His tight, clinical mixing style allows tracks to speak while delicately juggling multiple decks at once. DJ BLIX constructs his sets like a movie — rising, falling, and shifting in energy, each moment flowing naturally while staying under tight, deliberate control.
quade
quade wants one thing from the dancefloor: pandemonium. Through his time spiraling on dance floors -- to now spiraling on the decks, quade invites you to run through the jungle with him. With fast basslines, intense kicks, and subtle grooves, he rejects stillness, and encourages flailing.
Hören
A performer and music educator, Hören brings a wealth of musical diversity and knowledge to his showmanship on the decks. Drawing from many musical references, Hören delivers an exciting and curated journey to his audiences. His sonic style has been developed with an undercurrent of electrifying rhythms, vocals, and cultural flavors with a primary focus on movement and groove.
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 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
sun30nov5:00 pm7:00 pmThe Bad Sneakers Orchestra
Time
Location
Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
AGE REQUIREMENT
Buy Tickets
Event Details
The Bad Sneakers Orchestra Date: Sunday, November 30th, 2025 Doors: 4:30PM Showtime: 5:00PM Tickets: Advanced - $25 | Day of Show - $30 | VIP Table for 2 - $70 | VIP Table for
Event Details
The Bad Sneakers Orchestra
Date: Sunday, November 30th, 2025
Doors: 4:30PM
Showtime: 5:00PM
Tickets: Advanced - $25 | Day of Show - $30 | VIP Table for 2 - $70 | VIP Table for 4 - $140
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:
The Bad Sneakers Orchestra is a tribute band formed in 2010 by Chicago bassist Paul Martin with an ambitious mission statement: to faithfully recreate the music of Steely Dan live, as represented on their classic albums. This goal necessitated a very large 14-piece ensemble, so that multiple keys and guitar parts, intricate vocal harmonies, and rich horn textures could be realized. After 10+ years of performances (with time off for Covid) the band is at its’ peak, offering the signature Fagen/Becker compositions with a casual aplomb and precision. (They make it look easy. It’s not.) And despite the fastidious attention paid to the recorded material, the members inevitably bring their individual voiceprints to bear within the framework of a cover tune.
A number of Chicago legends have guest starred with the Sneakers over the years, including fusion guitarists Ernie Denov, Chris Siebold, and Mike Pinto, vocalists Mike Harvey (who appeared on 2 Steely Dan albums and a Donald Fagen solo album), Cheryl Wilson (Peabo Bryson, Bertie Higgins), gospel sensation Tina Crawley, and saxophonist Steve Eisen. The charter members are top-drawer Chicago musicians, with decades of experience performing with some of the greatest names in the music industry. The current roster of regular members reads as follows:
Stevie Robinson Lead vocalist
Neal Alger Guitars
Mike Pinto Guitars
Kent Wehman Keys
Carter Luke Keys
Paul Martin Bass, Musical Director
Neal Wehman Drums
Kirk Garrison Trumpet
John Mose Trombone
John Bowes Tenor/Alto Sax
Tim McNamara Bari/Tenor Sax
Gayle Bisesi Background Vocals
Ameerah Tatum Lead/background vocals
Maggie Bynum Lead/background vocals
The BSO hopes to see you at a Chicagoland venue soon…..and please follow us on Facebook! (page: The Bad Sneakers Orchestra)
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