Vivian Garcia, Dama Productions, & Joslyn-Marie

Date: Friday, November 14th, 2025

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | General Admission - $20 | 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 Vivian Garcia:

Vivian Garcia is a Chicago based singer-songwriter. Her musical journey has taken her from studying rumba flamenca rhythms in Granada, Spain to jamming with international folk musicians in Madrid as well as singing with various bands in Chicago. Vivian has performed at The Taste of Chicago, Metro,Thalia Hall, House of Blues, Double Door, Uncommon Ground as well as World Music Fest, Mole de Mayo, Pilsen Fest,Villapalooza and many local venues. She’s opened for Grammy winners La Santa Cecilia as well as Centavrvs and Amigos Invisibles. Cold Bed is her first album and her latest EP, In Between Times, released February 2016 , had her song Ven Conmigo featured on the daytime Emmy nominated show East Los High on HULU. 

Vivian composed a guitar piece in 2022 for the Chicago White Sox to commemorate the induction of Minnie Miñoso into the Hall of Fame.

In 2023 Vivian had a song placed in the award winning film “The Persian Version” that won Audience award at Sundance and is distributed by Sony Pictures and currently steaming on Netflix! 

About Dama Productions:

Led by Kendra Jamaica, Dama Productions is dedicated to creating vibrant, intentional spaces for the Latine, sapphic, and femme communities. We specialize in collaborative, community-driven events that celebrate and center BIPOC, queer, and differently-abled individuals. Our work is a blend of passion and a commitment to staying on the pulse of what’s next in arts and culture.

We are also proud to produce signature shows that highlight diverse talent:

ESCÁNDALO Comedy: A Comedy Show Pa’ La Cultura: A hilarious show that brings Latine comedy to the stage.

CHiSME Variety Show: Todo Latine. Todo Queer: An electrifying blend of music, drag, and live performance.

Lipstick Lounge: Monthly Oasis event for Latinas, Sapphics, and Queer communities

We’re always here to create a safe and celebratory environment where our communities can thrive.

About Joslyn-Marie:

Raised in Chicago, Joslyn Marie is a spirited singer and songwriter with lots of soul. Voice teacher by day, performer by night. She intends to inspire light and positivity through her performances to her audience and through song. You are promised goosebumps at least once while listening to her voice.

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.

Free Blues Friday featuring Smiley Tillmon Band with Kate Moss

Date: Friday, November 14th, 2025

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Epiphany Hall

Showtime: 8:00PM

Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW

About Smiley Tillmon Band:

One of the busiest blues outfits in Chicagoland, the Smiley Tillmon Band is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. There’s an obvious reason why the veteran guitarist’s booking schedule is so jam-packed: Smiley knows how to have a good time and makes sure his audience does too. After 55 years on the local blues scene, Tillmon serves up the blues and soul standards that people never seem to stop craving, his rich vocals and fluid guitar backed by a band that keeps his grooves tight and right.

Born Moses Tillmon in rural Jefferson County, Georgia, Smiley grew up on a hearty musical diet of gospel, country, and a little blues. His mother moved to Fort Lauderdale when he was ten; there he was exposed to calypso music, adding up to a singular list of influences. Tillmon took up guitar and was good enough by the dawn of the ‘60s to back Miami R&B singer Billy Miranda in the studio. He joined Sammy Ambrose & the Afro-Beats, a calypso-oriented band, touring from Canada to New York. Smiley bid the Afro-Beats adieu in 1962 and moved to Chicago. There he established himself on the blues circuit, playing with Billy “The Kid” Emerson, Denise LaSalle, and other South Side luminaries until he opted for a day job in 1977.

Upon his 2007 retirement, Smiley reverted to full-time musical status. He joined forces with bassist Tom Rezetko, and they’ve been inseparable onstage ever since. Kate Moss shares guitar duties with Tillmon; married to another blues guitar standout, Nick Moss, Kate’s sound is heavily influenced by Freddie King and Magic Sam (she fell in love with the blues at age 21 when she met Buddy Guy, and she’s shared stages with Buddy, Jimmy Johnson, Eddie Shaw, and Lurrie Bell, to name just a few). Drummer George Baumann completes one of the Windy City’s toughest blues combos, one that’ll keep you smiling from ear to ear.   - Bill Dahl

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!

Full Concert Calendar Here

Golden Hour Menu + Music Schedule

Wednesday Wellness Sacred Sanctuary Flow

Date: Wednesday, November 19th, 2025

Doors: 5:00PM

Showtime: 5:45PM

Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW

About:

Your midweek sanctuary returns. 🌿✨

We’re bringing Wednesday Wellness back to the breathtaking Epiphany Center for the Arts — a historic cathedral with soaring arches, stained glass, and sacred sound.

Join us Wednesday, November 19th  for A Divine Reset — an evening of movement, meditation, and music to restore your body and elevate your spirit ✨

🧘‍♀️ All-levels yoga flow beneath vaulted ceilings

💫 Grounding breathwork + Meditation to soothe your nervous system

🎶 Intentional soundscape to guide you deeper into stillness and presence

✨ With an earlier start time, we’ll have even more space to flow, breathe, and drop into meditation together.

This is more than yoga — it’s a sacred pause for movement, music, and meaningful connection.

After class,— gather in community, enjoy discounted food & drinks at the Epiphany bar while connecting with new friends 🤍

Let’s Do Fun Things Chicago will also be hosting a bachata class to keep the energy flowing 💃🏼

‼️IMPORTANT: Limited amount of Free tix available. Download your ticket to secure your spot ⬇️

Bachata on a School Night

Date: Wednesday, November 19th, 2025

Doors & Showtime: 7:00PM

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

D2G's 10 Year Reflection Featuring Ife Senoj

Date: Thursday, November 20th, 2025

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary

Showtime: 7:00PM

Tickets: Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

It’s been a decade of bars, growth, and grind — and now it’s time to celebrate. Join Chicago’s own D2G on November 20th at Epiphany Center for the Arts for D2G’s 10 Year Reflection — a one-night-only experience retracing the last ten years of his musical journey. From the breakout year that saw him drop The Seasonal Prequel EP and his signature album Short Summers Long Winters, to opening for Joe Budden and winning his first award, D2G has never stopped evolving.

Featuring an opening set by Ife Senoj, surprise guests, and a live band bringing the catalog to life like never before — this isn’t just a concert, it’s a celebration of legacy, lyricism, and longevity.

Pull up. Pay respect. Reflect.

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.

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

About:

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!

Full Concert Calendar Here

Golden Hour Menu + Music Schedule

Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.

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.

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.

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.

Blues Service with Brother Jacob Presented by the Blues Culture Network

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:

Step into a one-of-a-kind experience where the spirit of the church meets the soul of the Blues. Hosted by Chicago’s own Brother Jacob, a powerful vocalist, radio host, and cultural advocate, Blues Service is not just a concert, it’s a gathering.

Backed by the Good News Blues Band, Brother Jacob leads a service-style program that weaves together electrifying Blues music, storytelling, special guests, and moments of reflection. Much like a Sunday service, expect moving songs, heartfelt words, a time for offerings, and opportunities for the community to share in the music.

Each Blues Service also includes a moment of honoring three individuals whose contributions, spirit, and dedication help the Blues thrive. This recognition lifts up the people who carry the tradition forward and ensures their stories are celebrated in community.

Blues Service honors the legacy of the Blues, celebrates the people who help it thrive, and invites all to experience its power to uplift, heal, and connect.

Nominate your favorites: https://forms.gle/pzCwidwKXkxG4tZ2A

Joey Apter, T. Maguire, & Underwear

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:

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.

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:

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:

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.

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)