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Fulton Chamber Players

Date: Sunday, July 28, 2024

Doors: 2PM

Showtime: 3PM

Tickets: $15 - Advanced | $20 - Day of show | $60 - VIP Table for 2 | $120 - VIP Table for 4

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

About:

The Fulton Chamber Players is a classical music ensemble uniting world-class artists to present exceptional programs. Our members are passionate about bringing the highest quality performances to all audiences as well as inspiring the next generation of musicians.

Recent seasons have taken the members of FCP to audiences both in the US and abroad. The ensemble debuted in 2022 in a collaborative pop-up with Michelin-starred chefs in Chicago, and they continue to cultivate partnerships across the globe. Recent seasons have featured tours to Taiwan, Japan, Portland, Miami, Hawai’i, Canada, and across the Midwest. Upcoming concerts will take them to national concert halls in Taiwan, Vietnam, Hawai’i, and at major festivals and concert series across the Continental US, often in collaboration with guest artists and all while giving back to the communities they visit through masterclasses for local students.

The Fulton Chamber Players operates under the aegis of the Fulton Music Society, a nonprofit dedicated to transforming what music means in the 21st century by nurturing thoughtful, well-rounded students through dedicated music study. We are working to connect the dots between student life and the professional world by emphasizing skills and experiences that translate beyond their instruments. Through Fulton’s programs, young musicians will be ready to lead their generation in any field they choose. Learn more at www.fultonmusicsociety.org.

Please find the online program here.

About the performers:

Violinist Addison Teng is a sought-after performer and teacher. He has given solo and chamber music performances across North America, Europe, and Asia and has performed as soloist with the Oberlin College Orchestra, Eastman String Fellowship Orchestra, Sinfonia Academy Orchestra in the Philippines, the University of Macedonia Symphony Orchestra, University of Hawaii Symphony Orchestra, and Symphony Irvine. He is the recipient of the 2018 Outstanding Young Alumni Award at Oberlin College and Conservatory, which recognizes young alumni who have distinguished themselves in their professional careers and their service to humanity. He has also been named a Distinguished Alumnus of the Meadowmount School of Music.

A rising pedagogue of his generation, Teng was previously on the faculty at DePaul University School of Music, the Music Institute of Chicago, and the Montecito International Music Festival. He is president and founder of the nonprofit Fulton Music Society, and is the director of the Fulton Summer Music Academy and the Fulton In Residence touring program. He began his teaching career as a teaching assistant at the Meadowmount School of Music and Northwestern University Bienen School of Music, assisting Sally Thomas, Amy Barlowe, and Roland and Almita Vamos. He has given masterclasses and coachings at Lawrence University, University of Hawaii, Maranatha Baptist University, Cornell College, University of Macedonia, Eastman Pre-College, Istituto Musicale Sammarinese in San Marino, Conservatorio Bruno Maderna in Cesena, Italy, Istituto Superiore di Studi Musicali "Pietro Mascagni" in Livorno, Italy, Taipei American School, and Conservatório Villa-Lobos in Rio de Janeiro. Prior to founding Fulton, he took students on tours to the Philippines, Greece, Italy, and San Marino, where he gave masterclasses and performed with his students.

Teng's students have recently placed at competitions both locally and nationally, including Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition, DePaul Concerto Competition, Hellam Young Artists Competition, Chicago Youth Symphony Concerto Competition, Denver Young Artists National Violin Competition, Indianapolis Matinee Musicale Competition, Walgreens National Competition, Indiana School of Music Concerto Competition, Charleston International Music Competition, Confucius Music Festival Competition, and Sejong Music Competition. Many of his students have been admitted to top universities and conservatories, including Oberlin Conservatory, Juilliard School of Music, New England Conservatory, Indiana University, Northwestern University, Manhattan School of Music, Mannes New School of Music, and Berklee College of Music, and have been awarded Fulbright and Wells scholarships. His students have gone on to win jobs at the Lyric Opera of Chicago Orchestra, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Grant Park Orchestra, Peninsula Music Festival, Evansville Philharmonic, Louisville Philharmonic, and Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra. Teng’s students have soloed with the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra, Springfield Symphony, Denver Young Artist Orchestra, and Montecito Festival Orchestra, and have been guest concertmaster of Fort Wayne Symphony. In 2015, the Addison C. Teng Merit Scholarship was established at the Music Institute of Chicago for his studio.

Teng graduated with a Master of Music in Violin Performance and String Pedagogy from Northwestern University Bienen School of Music and received his Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance from Oberlin Conservatory of Music. His principal teachers and mentors have included Joey Corpus, Sally Thomas, Roland and Almita Vamos, Peter Takács, Amy Barlowe, and Karen Ritscher.

A rising talent of her generation, Aitong Zhang has been a prize winner at the Hong Kong International Piano Invitation Competition and the IAC International Piano Competition, and has been awarded first prize at the 2021 SAE National Youth Competition and the 2017 Franz Schubert International Piano Competition. She began her piano journey at the age of five and soon after joined the studio of Professor Li Qi. Zhang later earned admission to the prestigious High School attached to Guangzhou Xinghai Conservatory of Music. There, she continued to study piano under the guidance of Professor Zhu Qing. Zhang currently studies with Professor Peter Takács at Oberlin Conservatory of Music. She has attended the San Francisco International Piano Festival, North Coast Piano Festival, Montecito International Music Festival and Fulton Summer Music Academy. Zhang has given performances across the United States, Mexico, Japan, Taiwan, and China, and has recently joined the roster of the Fulton Chamber Players.

Violinist Paul Hauer joined the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra in the fall of 2016. Solo concerts have brought Mr. Hauer to the countries of Germany, Greece, France, the Czech Republic, and the Philippines. Chamber music and orchestral concerts have brought him to Italy, San Marino, Singapore, Mexico, and China. Before moving to Milwaukee, he was Principal Second Violin of the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra and performed regularly with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and the Louisville Orchestra.

Mr. Hauer traveled to Athens in May of 2015 to participate in the 4th Leonidas Kavakos International Masterclass. One month earlier, he performed the Sibelius Violin Concerto with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra. Other honors include winning the Indianapolis Matinée Musicale Collegiate Competition in 2013, which resulted in a performance at the Indiana Landmarks Center with pianist David Keep. In the summer of 2011, he toured Europe with the Denver Young Artists Orchestra as the soloist for the Barber Violin Concerto. While serving as teaching assistant to Addison Teng, he performed and taught lessons with the Teng Studio on their international tours. He is a founding member of the Fulton Chamber Players, a classical music ensemble uniting world-class artists to present exceptional programs.

Mr. Hauer’s first violin lessons were with Gloria Schroeder and Ferenc Fenyő, and studied afterwards with Stéphane Tran Ngoc, Carol Leybourn, and Catherine Walby through the Lawrence Academy of Music. Hauer received his degrees from Oberlin Conservatory and Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music, and his principal teachers include Addison Teng and Alex Kerr. As a teacher, Mr. Hauer is on faculty at the Fulton Summer Music Academy, and coaches strings at the Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra and Maranatha Baptist University. Mr. Hauer is a native of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, and performs with the Peninsula Music Festival each summer.

Amy Hess is a member of the viola sections of the Lyric Opera Orchestra and Grant Park Orchestra, and is on the faculty of the Fulton Summer Music Academy. She was formerly principal viola of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago and a member of the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra, and she has performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Chicago Philharmonic, and Music of the Baroque. Ms. Hess has been heard on the Dame Myra Hess and Rush Hour concert series in Chicago and regularly performs as a member of the Fulton Chamber Players and the Chicago Ensemble. She has recently been a soloist with Sinfonietta DuPage and collaborated in concert with bassist Edgar Meyer as part of the Aspen Salida concert series in Colorado. She also was part of the Chicago premiere of Joel Puckett’s string quartet concerto Short Stories with the Northwestern Symphonic Wind Ensemble, and performed the solo viola role in Richard Strauss’ Don Quixote with cellist Joseph Johnson and the Northwestern University Symphony Orchestra.

Ms. Hess received her Master of Music in viola from Northwestern University and is a Phi Beta Kappa alumna of Oberlin College and Conservatory of Music, where she earned degrees in French and violin. While at Oberlin, she spent a semester in Paris, studying violin with David Rivière of the CNSM and musicology at the Sorbonne. Her interest in French music continued with a collaboration with Ravel scholar Sigrun Heinzelmann on a presentation at the Music Theory Midwest conference and several lectures at Oberlin. Ms. Hess’ principal teachers and mentors have included Karen Ritscher, Roland Vamos, David Bowlin, and Addison Teng, but it all began thanks to her mother, a Suzuki violin teacher in Lancaster, PA.

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 Wednesday - 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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thu01aug5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring An Evening of Jazz with Brian Citro & Don TischFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 1, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 & Don Tisch 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:

Jazz guitarists Brian Citro and Don Tisch have performed together since they met while studying guitar with Fareed Haque at Northern Illinois University. Their duo performances feature original compositions and fresh arrangements of standards and popular jazz tunes, including from Brian’s recent album, Acoustic Pastime – Solo Guitar on Ears & Eyes Records. Brian also performs with The Drastics, The Hey Lows, and his new quartet, featuring some of Chicago’s most in-demand musicians. Don has performed as part of the Chicago Jazz Composers Collective and with the Ian Torres Big Band while teaching jazz guitar at the Chicago Academy for the Arts and College of Lake County.

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thu01aug7:30 pmThe Corner Classic LIVE: with Dave Bradley

Time

August 1, 2024 7:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

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The Corner Classic LIVE: with Dave Bradley

Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024

Doors: 5PM

Showtime: 7:30PM

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

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

About:

Dave Bradley is a comedian, writer, and producer currently in Chicago, IL.

Since 2019, Dave has created a lane in the comedy scene by working on his craft and speaking his mind, on and offstage.

From starting in a small bar in Chicago, to working many comedy clubs (Laugh Factory, Comedy Bar, The Comedy Shrine, Riddles Comedy Club Etc), and now hitting the road doing shows in multiple cities across the country, it’s clear that Dave has no end in sight. Since 2021, he created the brand “The Corner Classic”, a monthly comedy show where comedians travel to Chicago to deliver fresh perspectives to the audience. The Corner Classic is Dave’s way of showing creatives that your destiny can be in your hands, if you want it to be.

In 2023, Dave was nominated as a finalist for Chicago Reader Magazine’s “Best Stand Up Comic of 2023”, he also released his debut comedy special entitled “Happy Birthday!” Which is available to stream on the website thecornerclassic.com

Golden Hour at Epiphany:

Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Wednesday - 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 openand there is free entertainment before the show!

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

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fri02aug5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Steven C. Manns JrFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 2, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 from Steven C. Manns Jr 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:

Steven C Manns Jr , 33 years of age from the south side of Chicago is a Bassist and vocalist of 12 years. Steven has a nice sultry soulful low baritone voice while suppling low end on his bass . Hes shared the stage with Many great chicago musicians and artist . Genres include a wide range of music from jazz, RnB, gospel , blues etc . He’s also been recorded with many great artist in and around town . He’s played along side with numerous bands In and out of chicago at Venues such Buddy guys , The Backroom , Kingston Mines , Andys Jazz club , The Jazz showcase ,The velvet lounge , Untitled and many more . His bass and vocal influences range from : Ray brown, Paul chambers , Jaco Pastorious, James Jamerson, Johnny Hartman , Gregory Porter , Frank Sinatra , Andy Bey . Steven started his musical foundations in the church and then at Thornridge Highschool and continued his learning at Northern Illinois University in 2009 in the field of Jazz studies.:.

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fri02aug6:00 pmThe Opening Reception of Franklin McMahon,RESIST: VISUAL HISTORY OF PROTESTCatacombs GallerySpaces Still Available

fri02aug6:00 pmThe Opening Reception of Margot McMahon, CULTURAL COMMUNITIES: CHICAGO WRITERS AND BEYONDBarcelona RoomSpaces Still Available

sat03aug(aug 3)8:00 pmDnBiDFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW Spaces Still Available

sat03aug(aug 3)8:00 pmUkrainian Vechornytsi & Stepan Giga Charity Event

sun04aug6:00 pmOutcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party

Time

August 4, 2024 6:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Event Details

Outcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party

Date: Sunday, August 4, 2024

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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sun04aug7:00 pmRavenswood Winds

Time

August 4, 2024 7:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Ravenswood Winds

Date: Sunday, August 4, 2024

Doors: 6PM

Showtime: 7PM

Tickets: Advanced- $15 | Day of Show- $20

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

About:

Ravenswood Winds (RWW) is a Chicago-based woodwind quintet dedicated to exploring the confluence of traditional classical composition and modern rock sensibilities. Keenly interested in how such disparate worlds can be brought together, RWW’s performances often feature the reedy, earthy idiosyncrasies found in the typical wind quintet instrumentation coupled with the unexpected tonal qualities and rhythm that are more prevalent coming from an electric guitar, bass, or drums.

Formed in 2015, RWW has performed at numerous locations around Chicago, including Evanston SPACE, the Lurie Garden at the Art Institute of Chicago, Art Makers Outpost, Fulton Street Collective, and in partnership with Classical Revolution Chicago. RWW frequently combines performance with education as they weave songs together to create a narrative for the listener. Concise and intricate pieces performed for the court versus rousing sea shanties for the common worker to illustrate the similarities and differences between class systems. Or “Ventis in Horto,” wind quintet music inspired by the work of Jean-Luc Mylayne.

In 2017 RWW shifted from the common literature written for wind quintet to focuson the concept of a show exploring the works of rock and indie artists like Alanis Morissette, Radiohead, and others. This departure from the typical quintet aesthetic explores the works of these individualsvia original arrangements, digital tape looping, and effects processing, asking the question “what does it mean to play 21st century literature with 18th century instrumentation?” Their fan favorite ongoing series entitled “Ravenswood Winds Play Radiohead” continuesto be showcased in the Chicagoland area.

Personnel:

Lily Floeter, Flute

Laura Perkett, Oboe

Colleen Corning Griggs, Clarinet

Anna Jacobson, Horn

Airan Wright, Bassoon

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wed07aug5:00 pmThe Opening Reception of Howard Simmons’ exhibit: Stories My Camera Tells: Once Upon a ChicagoSanctuary GallerySpaces Still Available

wed07aug5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Dana Maragos & Brian WilkieFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 7, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 Dana Maragos & Brian Wilkie 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 Dana Maragos

Earliest influences include her mother’s exquisite soprano voice, and her grandmother buying her a $25 guitar in Chicago's Old Town when she was 6 years old, harmonizing with her sister, memorizing long, lyrical passages of the songs of Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and Eric Andersen.

In 2017, Dana released EP, Dana; the album October in 2020 and an EP, Tastes Like Fire in 2021.

“Dana Maragos is a superb songwriter with an excellent turn of phrase … wrapped in metaphor and allegory…pure Americana … superbly produced given crystal clear sound which showcases Maragos’ voice … a pleasure to listen to.” - Americana UK - Allen Fitter

A south Chicago-native, singer-songwriter, Dana lives on the city’s north side and plays gigs in the city and suburbs. Sunday church choir is a part of her regular practice as is the local open mic scene. Dana is currently working on a new collection, Unimaginable Things, due out this year.

Brian Wilkie, producer, arranger, highly sought-after pedal steel master and skilled multi-instrumentalist, adds rich textures on pedal steel and acoustic guitars. Brian hails from Central Illinois and is a member of Chicago’s best country band, The Hoyle Brothers, and has toured with Allison Krauss, Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan.

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wed07aug6:00 pmThe Opening Reception ofPRESERVING THE HERITAGE OF THE BLACK PANTHER PARTY IN ILLINOISSanctuary Hall GallerySpaces Still Available

wed07aug6:30 pmArtist Talk with Lee Bey and Howard SimmonsFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 7, 2024 6:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Name of Event: Artist Talk with Lee Bey and Howard Simmons

Date and Time of Event: Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 6:30pm

Location of Event: Epiphany Center for the Arts - Sanctuary

Attend the Artist Talk with Lee Bey and Howard Simmons discussing Simmons’ photography exhibit Stories my Camera Tells: Once Upon a Chicago on Wednesday, August 7, at 6:30pm.

Join us for an artist talk with two Chicago trailblazers. Lee Bey, Chicago Sun-Times architecture columnist, editorial board member, and renowned commentator on late 20^th century Black history and culture, sits down with photographer Howard Simmons for a discussion about Simmons’ exhibit Stories my Camera Tells: Once Upon a Chicago. The exhibit encompasses Simmons’ extensive, 50-year photography career and significant work as one of the first Black photographers for the Chicago Sun-Times.

From a trove of thousands of images photographed between the 1970’s through the early 2000’s, Stories my Camera Tells: Once Upon a Chicago features a selection of Simmons’ favorite images of notable Chicago personalities and politicians, Chicago street scenes, and iconic images from photoshoots for Ebony magazine and his work in commercial photography. The exhibit includes both celebrated images that document important moments in American history as well as Simmons’ never-before-seen photography. The exhibit opens on August 7 and runs through September 28, 2024. For more information, go to: https://epiphanychi.com/howard-simmons-stories-my-camera-tells-once-upon-a-chicago/

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

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

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wed07aug7:00 pm44: The Obama Musical

Time

August 7, 2024 7:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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44: The Obama Musical

Date: Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 7PM

Tickets: VIP Table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (First two rows) - $129 per person
VIP table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (Rows 3 & 4) - $99 per person
*VIP tables are sold as tables of 2 and 4. Please note that if you purchase a VIP Table for 2, you will be sharing a table of 4.

General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 5-8) - $69 | General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 9-13) - $44
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Barack Obama's election changed history. And as we can clearly see, it also ended racism forever! But 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL is the story of Obama you won't read about in history books... because history books are now banned in most states. But also because 44 is the story of Obama as Joe Biden kind sorta remembers it...

44 is a melting pot of music that delivers everything you'd come to expect from a musical about the Obama era - Sarah Palin scream - singing "Drill Me Baby" like Ozzy Osbourne, President Obama crooning "How Black is too Black?" over a smooth Motown groove, and of course, "Filibusters," a hardcore hip-hop jam where Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz rap "Green Eggs and Ham" in its entirety. The political world is buzzing about 44! Barack Obama exclaims, "Of all the musicals about my presidency, this is one 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 Wednesday - 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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West Loop Entertainment

thu08aug5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Solomon Lindenberg TrioFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

thu08aug7:00 pm44: The Obama Musical

Time

August 8, 2024 7:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Event Details

44: The Obama Musical

Date: Thursday, August 8, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 7PM

Tickets: VIP Table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (First two rows) - $129 per person
VIP table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (Rows 3 & 4) - $99 per person
*VIP tables are sold as tables of 2 and 4. Please note that if you purchase a VIP Table for 2, you will be sharing a table of 4.

General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 5-8) - $69 | General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 9-13) - $44
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Barack Obama's election changed history. And as we can clearly see, it also ended racism forever! But 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL is the story of Obama you won't read about in history books... because history books are now banned in most states. But also because 44 is the story of Obama as Joe Biden kind sorta remembers it...

44 is a melting pot of music that delivers everything you'd come to expect from a musical about the Obama era - Sarah Palin scream - singing "Drill Me Baby" like Ozzy Osbourne, President Obama crooning "How Black is too Black?" over a smooth Motown groove, and of course, "Filibusters," a hardcore hip-hop jam where Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz rap "Green Eggs and Ham" in its entirety. The political world is buzzing about 44! Barack Obama exclaims, "Of all the musicals about my presidency, this is one 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 Wednesday - 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!

Organizer

West Loop Entertainment

fri09aug7:30 pmAndie & The Bandits

Time

August 9, 2024 7:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Event Details

Andie & The Bandits

Date: Friday, August 9, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: $15 - Advanced | $20 - Day of show

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

About Andie & The Bandits:

ANDIE (she/her) is a Soul, Blues, & Jazz inspired songwriter, vocalist, guitarist, & bandleader of ANDIE & The Bandits. She has been involved in Chicago’s music scene for over 6 years, having attended Columbia College Chicago for her Bachelor’s in Contemporary Music while playing at venues all across Chicago. ANDIE & The Bandits recently concluded their 4 month long residency at Golden Dagger, having added new songs to their original set of music each month. Whether accompanying herself on electric guitar, or leading The Bandits, ANDIE’s strong sense of vulnerability shines through in her lyricism & expressive 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 Wednesday - 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!

Organizer

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fri09aug8:00 pmChicago Dance Crash presents The Keeper of the Floor

Time

August 9, 2024 8:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Chase House

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

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Event Details

Chicago Dance Crash presents The Keeper of the Floor

Date: Friday, August 9, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour | 7:30PM to the Chase House

Showtime: 8PM

Tickets:

General Admission (Floor Seating in Front Row and Standing Room)- $20

Reserved Seating (2nd Row and High Tops)- $30

VIP (Front Row Seating)- $40

About:

The stage is set for the hottest dance showdown of the year - The Keeper of the Floor "Famous Feuds" edition inspired by some of the juiciest pop culture rivalries of all time-Joan Crawford vs. Bette Davis, Britney vs. Christina, Washington vs. King George, Kanye vs. Taylor Swift, Kendrick vs. Drake…the tea party is set and you’re invited.

A great venue with drink specials and a rowdy crowd! This summer, the city’s longest-running dance battle takes it up a notch with a unique competition featuring standout local artists from the street and contemporary dance scenes. This is dance as high drama, a spectacle of bitter rivalries, wounded egos, and sheer artistic one-upmanship.

Come in your best tea party attire and watch as your favorite freestylers, breakers, acrobats and hip hop artists compete for the championship title.

Chicago Dance Crash continues to blur the line between art and entertainment with “Keeper of The Floor.” KTF matches competitive dance with the spectacle of sports entertainment, featuring some of Chicago’s most renowned dancers battling it out for YOUR vote and the solid gold KTF championship belt… it goes with everything!

AND don’t forget about your host, the hilarious Mr. Mattrick Swayze and his Swayzettes!

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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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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Chase House

fri09aug9:00 pmReflections: Steve Roach "Structures From Silence"

Time

August 9, 2024 9:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

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Reflections: Steve Roach "Structures From Silence"

Date: Friday, August 9, 2024

Doors: 8PM

Showtime: 9PM

Tickets: $53.05 - General Admission

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REFLECTIONS presents a two-hour immersion into sound, light, and space with ambient music legend Steve Roach. We’ll celebrate the 40th anniversary of his landmark album Structures From Silence, a timeless masterpiece of emotional depth and texture, paired with an architecturally-mapped light show.

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STEVE ROACH draws on the beauty and power of the Earth's landscapes to create lush, meditative soundscapes. Inspired by Klaus Schulze, Popul Vuh, and Tangerine Dream, Roach’s visionary sound design has captivated listeners for decades.

First emerging with the Berlin School-styled album Now in 1982, he came into his own with the 1984 minimalist epic Structures From Silence. Efforts such as 1988's equally heralded Dreamtime Return were directly inspired by desert life, incorporating field recordings and rhythms inspired by indigenous music traditions. Dark ambient works such as 1996's The Magnificent Void and 2000's Midnight Moon reflected the vast expanse of space.

During the 2010s, he began building an extensive modular synthesizer/sequencer system, revisiting his Berlin School roots with albums such as 2020's album Tomorrow. Roach has maintained an impossibly prolific work rate throughout his career without sacrificing quality or craftsmanship, resulting in countless hours of truly sublime, otherworldly 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 Wednesday - 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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sat10aug12:00 pmFest of Us: League of Women VotersFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 10, 2024 12:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Chase House

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS: VOTER EDUCATION & REGISTRATION

Epiphany Center for the Arts – Chase House

Saturday, August 10, 2024 – 12:00-3:00pm

Do you need to register to vote? Have you moved or changed your name since you last voted? Are you seeking more information about your voting rights? On Saturday, August 10, from noon-3pm the Chicago chapter of the League of Women Voters will be holding voter registration and an educational event to empower voters and help them identify mis/dis-information and election day logistics. The event is presented as part of Epiphany’s inaugural Fest of Us! festival: A multifaceted art, music and entertainment experience that transcends ‘otherness’ and celebrates the community in US!

New voters and festivalgoers will have an opportunity to celebrate their democracy by snapping a selfie with HER FLAG - a colossal nationwide project created by Oklahoma-based artist Marilyn Artus in 2019-2021 to recognize the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. HER FLAG has been exhibited at the Clinton Presidential Library in Little Rock, Arkansas and the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington D.C. and makes its first Midwest appearance at Epiphany Center for the Arts to amplify women’s voices during this pivotal election year.

Stop by the Voter Registration table in Epiphany’s Chase House to register to vote. Bring two (2) forms of identification, one (1) with your current residence. For more information about voter registration, go to: www.lwvchicago.org/voter-registration

For more information about Epiphany Center for the Arts Fest of Us!, go to: www.epiphanychi.com

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sat10aug12:00 pmFest of Us! MarketFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW!Spaces Still Available

sat10aug12:30 pmFest of Us: Justice ChoirFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 10, 2024 12:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

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JUSTICE CHOIR CHICAGO – COMMUNITY SING!

Epiphany Center for the Arts – Sanctuary

Saturday, August 10, 2024 – 12:30-2:00pm

On Saturday, August 10 at 12:30pm Epiphany Center for the Arts presents the Justice Choir COMMUNITY SING! For all who love to sing, you are invited to join voices with others as we sing for positive transformations within our community. All are welcome to explore their voice in a supportive, celebratory, and inclusive environment. If you have a passion for justice and an interest in singing, you belong here! The Justice Choir COMMUNITY SING is being presented as part of Epiphany’s inaugural FEST of US! festival: A multifaceted art, music and entertainment experience that transcends ‘otherness’ and celebrates the community in US!

Justice Choir Chicago is an aggressively welcoming music community that amplifies local voices building justice and dismantling systems of oppression through innovative partnership performance. We are an inclusive community of people using our voices to advocate for justice. All voices are welcome to sing with us - no matter their experience or skill. To learn more about getting involved, visit justicechoirchi.com

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sat10aug2:00 pmFest of Us: Women's Voting Rights "Know Your History"FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 10, 2024 2:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Chase House

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

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WOMEN’S VOTING: KNOW YOUR HISTORY

Saturday August 10, 2pm - 5pm

Chase House at Epiphany Center for the Arts

Chicago Women's History Center (CWHC) is presenting a table with educational resources about the complex history of women's suffrage, black women's suffrage, and suffrage for African Americans in Illinois and the U.S. CWHC hopes to provide wider context to the history of Voting Rights in the U.S. as part of the Fest of Us! festival at Epiphany Center for the Arts on August 10, 2024.

ABOUT CWHC

The Chicago Women’s History Center (CWHC) is a non-profit, educational organization whose mission is to develop, preserve, and share resources for the study of Chicago women’s history. CWHC supports the documentation and dissemination of Chicago women’s history through research, writing, teaching, publication, preservation, interpretation, and public education. CWHC serves as dynamic network of academic scholars, teachers, archivists, librarians, media professionals, community leaders, activists and members of the general public, all interested in the power of Chicago women’s history to inform the present and inspire the future.

The Chicago Women's History Center was founded in 1971 as the Chicago Area Women’s History Conference to support research, writing, teaching, preservation, and dissemination of women's history in Chicago. The oldest continuing non-profit women’s history organization in the nation, CWHC has carried out its mission through public programs, academic seminars, and workshops, curriculum development, support of elementary, secondary, college and university
educators, walking and bus tours, and publications, documentaries, and public performances. In 1990 CWHC embarked on a major research and writing project that resulted in publication of the award-winning Women Building Chicago, A Biographical Dictionary 1790-1990 edited by Rima Schultz and Adele Hast, published by Indiana University Press in 2001.

CWHC houses resources that can be used by future scholars, teachers, students, filmmakers, new media professionals and those interested in researching Chicago and women’s history. The process of doing this project, and the products it produces, will help restore Chicago women’s rightful place in the history of social activism. In addition, the project will empower future generations of people as they use it to trace their activist roots and learn from and be inspired by the vital work of Chicago women.

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sat10aug2:00 pmFest of Us: Courtyard

sat10aug2:30 pmFest of Us: Women in Action: "Her Flag"

Time

August 10, 2024 2:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

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Fest of Us: Women in Action: "Her Flag"

Date: Saturday, August 10, 2024

Doors: 12PM

Showtime: 2:30PM

Tickets: Pay What You Can- $5, $10, or $20

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

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WOMEN IN ACTION: DOCUMENTARY SCREENINGS

Epiphany Center for the Arts – Sanctuary

Saturday, August 10, 2024 – 2:30-4:00pm

Join us in Epiphany’s historic Sanctuary space for documentaries that champion women’s rights.

Schedule:

2:30 – 3:00 Her Flag
3:30 - 4:30 Sisters March + On the Wings of Change trailer screening

WOMEN IN ACTION documentaries are being presented as part of Epiphany’s inaugural FEST of US! festival on August 10: A multifaceted art, music and entertainment experience that transcends ‘otherness’ and celebrates the community in US!

WOMEN IN ACTION: HER FLAG

Epiphany Center for the Arts – Sanctuary

Saturday, August 10, 2024 – 2:30-3:00pm

Producers: Marilyn Artus, Jessie Auritt, Bradley Beesley, April Tippens Mays, Lea Morgan, James Payne, Jessica Wolfson

Running time: 33:34

HER FLAG is a colossal nationwide project created by Oklahoma-based artist Marilyn Artus in 2019-2021 to recognize the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. This short documentary follows Marilyn’s 17-month journey to create the 18x26 foot flag with the help of 36 other women artists. The project celebrates an important anniversary in our history, while encouraging women to participate in their democracy. HER FLAG has been exhibited at the Clinton Presidential Library in Little Rock, Arkansas and the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington D.C. and makes its first Midwest appearance at Epiphany Center for the Arts to amplify women’s voices during this pivotal election year.

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 Wednesday - 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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sat10aug3:30 pmFest of Us: "Sisters March + On the Wings of Change"

Time

August 10, 2024 3:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

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Fest of Us featuring Women in Action: "Sisters March + On the Wings of Change"

Date: Saturday, August 10, 2024

Doors: 12PM

Showtime: 3:30PM

Tickets: Pay What You Can- $5, $10, or $20

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

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WOMEN IN ACTION: DOCUMENTARY SCREENINGS

Epiphany Center for the Arts – Sanctuary

Saturday, August 10, 2024 – 2:30-4:00pm

Join us in Epiphany’s historic Sanctuary space for documentaries that champion women’s rights.

Schedule:

2:30 – 3:00 Her Flag
3:30 - 4:30 Sisters March + On the Wings of Change trailer screening

WOMEN IN ACTION documentaries are being presented as part of Epiphany’s inaugural FEST of US! festival on August 10: A multifaceted art, music and entertainment experience that transcends ‘otherness’ and celebrates the community in US!

WOMEN IN ACTION: SISTERS MARCH

Epiphany Center for the Arts – Sanctuary

Saturday, August 10, 2024 – 3:30-4:40pm

Luminist Films: Director Laurie Little

Running time: 26:19

SISTERS MARCH by filmmaker Laurie Little is a reflection on the journey between Chicago and Washington DC, connecting voices of hope, empowerment and intersectionality during the 2018 Women's March, as women and girls organize and rally after the inauguration of the 45th president. View trailer HERE

Immediately following SISTERS MARCH, is a trailer screening of ON THE WINGS OF CHANGE, a documentary produced and directed by filmmaker Rana Segal of Ravensvoyage Productions. The film focuses on the making of the Illinois Suffrage Mural, created by artist Jasmina Cazacu and located in Chicago’s Wabash Arts corridor.

A Q&A with Laurie Little and Rana Segal will follow the screenings.

SISTERS MARCH and the ON THE WINGS OF CHANGE trailer screening are presented in partnership with the Chicago Women’s History Center.

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 Wednesday - 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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sat10aug5:00 pmFest of Us: Artist Talk with Marilyn Artus, Whitney Bradshaw, and Ginny Sykes with host, Beate Minkovski, co-founder of Chicago’s Woman Made GalleryFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 10, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

WOMEN’S VOICES: ARTISTS WHO AMPLIFY

Artist Talk with Marilyn Artus, Whitney Bradshaw, and Ginny Sykes with host, Beate Minkovski, co-founder of Chicago’s Woman Made Gallery

Epiphany Center for the Arts – Sanctuary

Saturday, August 10, 2024 – 5:00-6:00pm

Women’s voices are more important than ever in this pivotal election year and artists play a critical role in amplifying issues surrounding women’s rights. Epiphany Center for the Arts invites you to join us for a compelling artist talk with the creators of three powerful art projects that generate public dialogue, educate, and motivate social action in support of women’s rights. Following the talk, meet the artists in the Chase Gallery for the opening receptions of Whitney Bradshaw’s OUTCRY, Ginny Sykes’ 100 Women: Collaborations Beyond the Veil, and Marilyn Artus’ Her Flag, displayed on the façade of Chase House.

WOMEN’S VOICES: ARTISTS WHO AMPLIFY is being presented as part of Epiphany’s inaugural FEST of US! festival on August 10: A multifaceted art, music and entertainment experience that transcends ‘otherness’ and celebrates the community in US!

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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sat10aug5:00 pmFest of Us: Vivian GarciaFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 10, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

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Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Saturday, August 10th for free live music from Vivian Garcia, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive drinks and bar bites while listening!

About:

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.

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

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sat10aug6:00 pmThe Opening Reception of Ginny Sykes, 100 WOMEN: COLLABORATIONS BEYOND THE VEIL Chase GallerySpaces Still Available

sat10aug6:00 pmThe Opening Reception of Whitney Bradshaw, OUTCRY Chase GallerySpaces Still Available

sat10aug6:00 pmThe Opening Reception of Marilyn Artus’, HER FLAG Chase HouseSpaces Still Available

Time

August 10, 2024 6:00 pm

Location

Art Event

AGE REQUIREMENT

21 and over

Event Details

Attend the opening reception for Marilyn Artus’ HER FLAG on Saturday, August 10, from 6-9pm.

Her Flag is an activism project created by Oklahoma artist Marilyn Artus to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment (2020) and bring awareness to the 72 year-long nonviolent fight that kicked open voting for women in the United States. Collaborating with women artists from the 36 states that ratified the 19th Amendment into law, each of the artists designed a stripe that Artus used to create an 18 x 26 foot flag, which has been displayed on the exterior of the Clinton Presidential Library and the National Museum for Women’s Arts.

Exhibited for the first time in Chicago at Epiphany Center for the Arts, Her Flag is positioned as a focal point for education about women’s suffrage and the history of voting rights. While the 19th Amendment states that no one be denied the vote based on sex, the right to vote for all women would not be afforded to Native American, Asian American, Latinx and African American women until much later. Her Flag reveals many pages left out of the history books. This project is about celebrating an important anniversary in history and motivates women to continue to actively participate in their democracy.

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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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sat10aug7:30 pm44: The Obama Musical

Time

August 10, 2024 7:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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44: The Obama Musical

Date: Saturday, August 10, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: VIP Table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (First two rows) - $129 per person
VIP table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (Rows 3 & 4) - $99 per person
*VIP tables are sold as tables of 2 and 4. Please note that if you purchase a VIP Table for 2, you will be sharing a table of 4.

General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 5-8) - $69 | General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 9-13) - $44
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Barack Obama's election changed history. And as we can clearly see, it also ended racism forever! But 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL is the story of Obama you won't read about in history books... because history books are now banned in most states. But also because 44 is the story of Obama as Joe Biden kind sorta remembers it...

44 is a melting pot of music that delivers everything you'd come to expect from a musical about the Obama era - Sarah Palin scream - singing "Drill Me Baby" like Ozzy Osbourne, President Obama crooning "How Black is too Black?" over a smooth Motown groove, and of course, "Filibusters," a hardcore hip-hop jam where Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz rap "Green Eggs and Ham" in its entirety. The political world is buzzing about 44! Barack Obama exclaims, "Of all the musicals about my presidency, this is one 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 Wednesday - 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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sat10aug8:00 pmFest of Us: Voice Box

Time

August 10, 2024 8:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Fest of Us: Voice Box

Date: Saturday, August 10, 2024

Doors: 7:30PM

Showtime: 8PM

Tickets: $15- General admission

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VOICE BOX: STORYTELLING…WITH A MUSICAL TWIST!

Epiphany Center for the Arts – Sanctuary

Saturday, August 10, 2024 – 8:00pm

Join us for a storytelling event that will take you on an untamed journey of inspiring stories that empower and unite! Voice Box features the wildly entertaining Mistress of Ceremonies, Maureen Muldoon, who curates a raucous evening of storytelling with a musical twist. Cathy Richardson, lead singer of Jefferson Starship launches the program with her song and theme “It’s About Time,” which inspires a story that in turn, inspires a spontaneous music response by Richardson. Described as a “story, a slam, a song, a serenade, a surrender,” Voice Box in Epiphany’s intimate Sanctuary performance space is a place to be heard and hear about the human condition.

VOICE BOX STORYTELLING is being presented as part of Epiphany’s inaugural FEST of US! festival on August 10: A multifaceted art, music and entertainment experience that transcends ‘otherness’ and celebrates the community in US!

About Maureen Muldoon

Maureen is an international speaker, writer, storyteller, and songbird who believes in the miraculous power of storytelling. She helps people tell their truth to expand their reach, leave their mark, and honor their lives. Her career began working in TV & film as an actress, writer, and producer, co-starred and guest-starred on shows like Dexter, CSI, and ER. She has been murdered by Brian Dennehy, seduced by Pierce Bronson, and turned into a monkey, a junkie, a jewel thief, and a thousand jilted lovers. But that’s just show biz. Maureen is an award-winning writer who has authored four books. Currently, she hosts writing retreats and spiritual adventures, taking creatives and spiritual seekers to sacred locations domestically, internationally, and, of course, internally.

About Cathy Richardson

It’s hard to think of any musician who’s had a more varied career than Chicago-based singer Cathy Richardson; from scrappy indie rock singer selling albums out of her car to commercial jingles, off-Broadway stage productions to fronting Jefferson Starship and a variety of side projects, she also picked up a Grammy nomination along the way. The twists and turns of her career feel impossible to follow, and incredibly unlikely, but are owed to the vast range of Richardson’s dynamite-packed vocal cords and her dogged perseverance to achieve goals she set as a teenager.

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 Wednesday - 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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sun11aug2:00 pm44: The Obama Musical

Time

August 11, 2024 2:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Event Details

44: The Obama Musical

Date: Sunday, August 11, 2024

Doors: 1PM

Showtime: 2PM

Tickets: VIP Table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (First two rows) - $129 per person
VIP table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (Rows 3 & 4) - $99 per person
*VIP tables are sold as tables of 2 and 4. Please note that if you purchase a VIP Table for 2, you will be sharing a table of 4.

General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 5-8) - $69 | General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 9-13) - $44
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Barack Obama's election changed history. And as we can clearly see, it also ended racism forever! But 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL is the story of Obama you won't read about in history books... because history books are now banned in most states. But also because 44 is the story of Obama as Joe Biden kind sorta remembers it...

44 is a melting pot of music that delivers everything you'd come to expect from a musical about the Obama era - Sarah Palin scream - singing "Drill Me Baby" like Ozzy Osbourne, President Obama crooning "How Black is too Black?" over a smooth Motown groove, and of course, "Filibusters," a hardcore hip-hop jam where Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz rap "Green Eggs and Ham" in its entirety. The political world is buzzing about 44! Barack Obama exclaims, "Of all the musicals about my presidency, this is one of them."

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sun11aug6:00 pmLittle Walter Tribute with Mark Hummel & Anson FunderburghFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 11, 2024 6:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Courtyard

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Little Walter Tribute with Mark Hummel & Anson Funderburgh

Date: Sunday, August 11th

Doors: 5PM

Showtime: 6PM

Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW

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BLUES SUPERGROUP PAYS TRIBUTE TO THE LATE, GREAT HARMONICA MASTER LITTLE WALTER

“Little Walter was a true innovator whose influence can still be felt in the blues world today. This tribute is our way of
honoring his legacy and introducing his music to a new generation of fans.”
-Mark Hummel

Harmonica giant LITTLE WALTER, born Marion Walter Jacobs, is considered the torchbearer and the standard by which
all other players are judged. In Walter’s short life (1930-1968) he had more Top Ten hits than any of his Chicago-based
Chess Records labelmates. In the early fifties, he had his first hit single, Juke. To this day, the record is the only
harmonica instrumental ever to be a number-one hit on the Billboard R&B chart. Walter’s amplified harmonica and
innovative approach transformed the instrument’s role in blues music and had a profound influence on countless
musicians.

MARK HUMMEL was born on the East Coast but raised in Los Angeles. He took up an interest in blues harp & rock-blues
music in high school but soon discovered the originators - Muddy Waters, Sonny Boy Williamson and Little Walter, to
name a few. Soon, Hummel was frequenting the legendary Ash Grove on Melrose Avenue in LA where he saw three
blues legends he would later work with on a regular basis: Charlie Musselwhite, Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee and
James Cotton. By 1985 Mark Hummel's Blues Survivors hit the road full time and never looked back. Hummel has been
featured on over thirty recordings since 1985, including his Grammy-nominated, Blues Music Award-winning 2014 Blind
Pig Records release, Remembering Little Walter. Mark Hummel is a celebrated figure in the world of blues and has long
been recognized for his exceptional talent and deep reverence for the blues tradition.

Born and raised in Plano, Texas, Blues Music Award winner ANSON FUNDERBURGH’s musical journey began at an early
age. When he was eight or nine years old, Funderburgh received his first guitar. A box of 45s accompanied it - Jimmy
Reed, T-Bone Walker, B.B. King, Albert Collins, Freddie King and Ray Sharpe - singles that pointed him on his musical
path. Funderburgh taught himself to play the guitar and went on to make a living doing what he loved with that set of
strings. In 1978, he formed the iconic blues band Anson Funderburgh & The Rockets, who continue to define the sound
of modern-day Texas blues. Throughout his career, Funderburgh has had the privilege of sharing the stage, and working
and recording with many of the biggest names in blues, including Delbert McClinton and Jimmie Vaughan, along with
countless others. His unmistakable style, tone and sensibility has made him one of contemporary blues music’s most
important guitar players. Anson has developed into a legacy artist and his influence on innumerable guitarists is
immeasurable. With each performance, Funderburgh reaffirms his status as a true legend of the blues.

Georgia native Wes Starr stands as a rhythmic force, renowned for his unparalleled talent and dynamic presence behind
the drum kit. He has kept time behind Asleep at The Wheel, Delbert McClinton, Marcia Ball, Anson Funderburgh & the
Rockets, Hal Ketchum, Jimmie Vaughan, Willie Nelson, Jimmie Dale Gilmore, just to name a few! With a career spanning
decades, Starr has established himself as a cornerstone of the blues scene.

Upright bassist Bill Stuve is best known for his three decades with Rod Piazza & Mighty Flyers. A highly sought-after bass
player, Stuve has had the pleasure of backing up Jimmy Rogers, Charlie Musselwhite, Billy Boy Arnold, Pinetop Perkins,
Little Milton, Big Joe Turner and many other blues greats. He has left an indelible mark on the blues scene with his
impeccable musicianship and passion for the music.

Hailing from Oakman, Alabama, pianist Clay Swafford started playing at age six. Eventually, he was drawn to the blues
by the feeling in it and how the music expressed life’s highest of highs and lowest of lows. Swafford has had the
opportunity to back up harmonica giant James Cotton and guitarist Hubert Sumlin. He has shared the stage with a
legion of musical legends, including opening for the legendary Jerry Lee Lewis.

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sun11aug7:00 pm44: The Obama Musical

Time

August 11, 2024 7:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

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44: The Obama Musical

Date: Sunday, August 11, 2024

Doors: 6PM

Showtime: 7PM

Tickets: VIP Table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (First two rows) - $129 per person
VIP table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (Rows 3 & 4) - $99 per person
*VIP tables are sold as tables of 2 and 4. Please note that if you purchase a VIP Table for 2, you will be sharing a table of 4.

General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 5-8) - $69 | General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 9-13) - $44
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Barack Obama's election changed history. And as we can clearly see, it also ended racism forever! But 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL is the story of Obama you won't read about in history books... because history books are now banned in most states. But also because 44 is the story of Obama as Joe Biden kind sorta remembers it...

44 is a melting pot of music that delivers everything you'd come to expect from a musical about the Obama era - Sarah Palin scream - singing "Drill Me Baby" like Ozzy Osbourne, President Obama crooning "How Black is too Black?" over a smooth Motown groove, and of course, "Filibusters," a hardcore hip-hop jam where Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz rap "Green Eggs and Ham" in its entirety. The political world is buzzing about 44! Barack Obama exclaims, "Of all the musicals about my presidency, this is one of them."

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tue13aug7:00 pm44: The Obama Musical

Time

August 13, 2024 7:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Event Details

44: The Obama Musical

Date: Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Doors: 6PM

Showtime: 7PM

Tickets: VIP Table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (First two rows) - $129 per person
VIP table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (Rows 3 & 4) - $99 per person
*VIP tables are sold as tables of 2 and 4. Please note that if you purchase a VIP Table for 2, you will be sharing a table of 4.

General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 5-8) - $69 | General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 9-13) - $44
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Barack Obama's election changed history. And as we can clearly see, it also ended racism forever! But 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL is the story of Obama you won't read about in history books... because history books are now banned in most states. But also because 44 is the story of Obama as Joe Biden kind sorta remembers it...

44 is a melting pot of music that delivers everything you'd come to expect from a musical about the Obama era - Sarah Palin scream - singing "Drill Me Baby" like Ozzy Osbourne, President Obama crooning "How Black is too Black?" over a smooth Motown groove, and of course, "Filibusters," a hardcore hip-hop jam where Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz rap "Green Eggs and Ham" in its entirety. The political world is buzzing about 44! Barack Obama exclaims, "Of all the musicals about my presidency, this is one of them."

Organizer

West Loop Entertainment

wed14aug5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Tony Richards Duo with Joe PolicastroFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 14, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 Tony Richards Duo featuring Joe Policastro 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.

Tony Richards - guitarist, and Joe Policastro - double bassist, have been performing as a duo extensively over the last ten years. As seasoned and accomplished performers, they have a unique and enjoyable interplay that showcases their rich approach to melody. Together, they perform a fun selection of jazz, pop and bossa nova.

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wed14aug7:00 pm44: The Obama Musical

Time

August 14, 2024 7:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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44: The Obama Musical

Date: Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 7PM

Tickets: VIP Table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (First two rows) - $129 per person
VIP table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (Rows 3 & 4) - $99 per person
*VIP tables are sold as tables of 2 and 4. Please note that if you purchase a VIP Table for 2, you will be sharing a table of 4.

General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 5-8) - $69 | General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 9-13) - $44
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Barack Obama's election changed history. And as we can clearly see, it also ended racism forever! But 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL is the story of Obama you won't read about in history books... because history books are now banned in most states. But also because 44 is the story of Obama as Joe Biden kind sorta remembers it...

44 is a melting pot of music that delivers everything you'd come to expect from a musical about the Obama era - Sarah Palin scream - singing "Drill Me Baby" like Ozzy Osbourne, President Obama crooning "How Black is too Black?" over a smooth Motown groove, and of course, "Filibusters," a hardcore hip-hop jam where Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz rap "Green Eggs and Ham" in its entirety. The political world is buzzing about 44! Barack Obama exclaims, "Of all the musicals about my presidency, this is one 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 Wednesday - 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!

Organizer

West Loop Entertainment

thu15aug5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Steve Knight featuring Scott HesseFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

thu15aug7:00 pm44: The Obama Musical

Time

August 15, 2024 7:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Event Details

44: The Obama Musical

Date: Thursday, August 15, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 7PM

Tickets: VIP Table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (First two rows) - $129 per person
VIP table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (Rows 3 & 4) - $99 per person
*VIP tables are sold as tables of 2 and 4. Please note that if you purchase a VIP Table for 2, you will be sharing a table of 4.

General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 5-8) - $69 | General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 9-13) - $44
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Barack Obama's election changed history. And as we can clearly see, it also ended racism forever! But 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL is the story of Obama you won't read about in history books... because history books are now banned in most states. But also because 44 is the story of Obama as Joe Biden kind sorta remembers it...

44 is a melting pot of music that delivers everything you'd come to expect from a musical about the Obama era - Sarah Palin scream - singing "Drill Me Baby" like Ozzy Osbourne, President Obama crooning "How Black is too Black?" over a smooth Motown groove, and of course, "Filibusters," a hardcore hip-hop jam where Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz rap "Green Eggs and Ham" in its entirety. The political world is buzzing about 44! Barack Obama exclaims, "Of all the musicals about my presidency, this is one 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 Wednesday - 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!

Organizer

West Loop Entertainment

fri16aug5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Marcus BaileyFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 16, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 Marcus Bailey 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.

Marcus Bailey is a singer/songwriter and guitarist born in Columbus, Ohio. In 2019 he moved to Chicago, IL to pursue his dream in music and to attend Columbia College Chicago, where he graduated with a major in CJP Bmus. As a songwriter, his music falls under many genres. From pop/rock to singer/songwriter as well as rnb/soul and blues. His influences range from the likes of Ed Sheeran and Stevie Wonder to Green Day and Elton John. He has released multiple singles and has also done songwriting, arranging and vocal work with other bands like Oracle Blu and Disco Lemonade. Marcus began his journey from a young age joining his church’s choir. It was there that he cultivated his love for music and singing with the help of his family's support. Marcus uses his music to help understand the many ups and downs of life and what those emotions mean. He hopes to give listeners something to relate to and also to help in their own understanding of life. He recently released his third single titled “Don’t Waste My Time” available to stream on all platforms and is preparing to put out his debut EP “Untitled” soon.

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fri16aug7:30 pm44: The Obama Musical

Time

August 16, 2024 7:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Event Details

44: The Obama Musical

Date: Friday, August 16, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: VIP Table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (First two rows) - $129 per person
VIP table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (Rows 3 & 4) - $99 per person
*VIP tables are sold as tables of 2 and 4. Please note that if you purchase a VIP Table for 2, you will be sharing a table of 4.

General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 5-8) - $69 | General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 9-13) - $44
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Barack Obama's election changed history. And as we can clearly see, it also ended racism forever! But 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL is the story of Obama you won't read about in history books... because history books are now banned in most states. But also because 44 is the story of Obama as Joe Biden kind sorta remembers it...

44 is a melting pot of music that delivers everything you'd come to expect from a musical about the Obama era - Sarah Palin scream - singing "Drill Me Baby" like Ozzy Osbourne, President Obama crooning "How Black is too Black?" over a smooth Motown groove, and of course, "Filibusters," a hardcore hip-hop jam where Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz rap "Green Eggs and Ham" in its entirety. The political world is buzzing about 44! Barack Obama exclaims, "Of all the musicals about my presidency, this is one 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 Wednesday - 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!

Organizer

West Loop Entertainment

sat17aug1:00 pmBlue Door Entertainment presents Backyard Bash

sat17aug5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Julio BishopFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 17, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 Julio Bishop 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:

If you were around during Chicago’s underground House Music movement or Rave scene in the late 80’s and early 90’s, then you’ll be utterly familiar with the name Julio Bishop. Whether from appearing weekly on some of the hottest party flyers throughout the Midwest or because you had a copy of his now infamous mix tape, “Love Nation” sold out of all the local record stores, the name Julio Bishop is synonymous with jacking dance floors since 1987.

Getting his start as a dancer and DJ in Chicago’s nightclubs and warehouses, but soon expanding his influence; from NYC to LA, to the beaches of Miami, Puerto Rico and Mexico, Germany and Sicily, Julio has been bringing his deep, mystifying grooves to the world for over 3 decades. His intimate knowledge of classic Afro-Latin and Jazz, , as well as his acquired proficiency of Disco, Electronica, Club & Deep House takes his sets far outside the realm of what is attainable by a greener selection of DJ’s.

Funneling his talents into the studio in the early 2000’s, Julio helped launch RealDEEP Recordings, along side label partner Brian Cullen (aka Bjak) where, together they paved the way to further coproductions and solo projects on labels such as Deep Explorer Music (Madrid) and Eargasmic Recordings (Chicago).

With more releases on the way and a selection of upcoming gigs scheduled between Chicago. Puerto Rico, LA & Hawaii, you’ll want to keep your eyes peeled for what’s to come next from this proved House Music veteran.

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sat17aug7:30 pm44: The Obama Musical

Time

August 17, 2024 7:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Event Details

44: The Obama Musical

Date: Saturday, August 17, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: VIP Table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (First two rows) - $129 per person
VIP table for 2 or VIP table for 4 (Rows 3 & 4) - $99 per person
*VIP tables are sold as tables of 2 and 4. Please note that if you purchase a VIP Table for 2, you will be sharing a table of 4.

General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 5-8) - $69 | General Admission Chair Seating (Rows 9-13) - $44
‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Barack Obama's election changed history. And as we can clearly see, it also ended racism forever! But 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL is the story of Obama you won't read about in history books... because history books are now banned in most states. But also because 44 is the story of Obama as Joe Biden kind sorta remembers it...

44 is a melting pot of music that delivers everything you'd come to expect from a musical about the Obama era - Sarah Palin scream - singing "Drill Me Baby" like Ozzy Osbourne, President Obama crooning "How Black is too Black?" over a smooth Motown groove, and of course, "Filibusters," a hardcore hip-hop jam where Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz rap "Green Eggs and Ham" in its entirety. The political world is buzzing about 44! Barack Obama exclaims, "Of all the musicals about my presidency, this is one 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 Wednesday - 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!

Organizer

West Loop Entertainment

sat24aug(aug 24)2:00 pmANTIX ART FEST

sun25aug2:00 pmANTIX ART FEST

thu29aug5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Bear WilliamsFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

thu29aug7:30 pmEmerging Artist Showcase

Time

August 29, 2024 7:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Event Details

Emerging Artist Showcase featuring the Denise Tomasello Cabaret Scholarship

Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024

Doors: 5PM

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: General Admission- $25 | VIP Table for 2- $80

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

About:

Join us for the 3rd annual Emerging Artist Showcase, featuring five members of Chicago Cabaret Professionals who have not yet made their solo Cabaret debut. Finalists perform 3 song mini sets, work with CCP mentors and a professional Music Director to prepare for this showcase which offers the winner the Denise Tomasello Scholarship of $1000, to create their first solo Cabaret show. This event sells out fast so don't hesitate to see who will become the next Emerging Artist.

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 Wednesday - 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

West Loop Entertainment

fri30aug5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Sunday DriveFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW Spaces Still Available

fri30aug8:00 pmFree Blues Friday featuring Downtown Charlie BrownFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 30, 2024 8:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Free Blues Fridays featuring Downtown Charlie Brown

Date: Friday, August 30, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 8PM

Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW

About:

Downtown Charlie Brown

yes that’s his true name ..

As a multi-talented performer including keyboardist /slide guitarist Charlie is also an engaging historian and storyteller of blues origins, its social importance and its migration to the Chicagoland area.

His performances artfully combine soulful singing with the rich history of the blues and it’s legendary artists such as his personal favorites:

Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, Howlin Wolf, and Pinetop Perkins.

Charles Brown (Downtown Charlie Brown) DTCB-started his musical journey at age 6, singing in a small Baptist Church in Morristown New Jersey. He is a graduate of Lehigh University with a BS in Economics and Marketing. He is a member of Lehigh’s athletic hall of fame for basketball and holds a master’s degree in secondary education.

Charlie lived in Kansas City developing his blusey stylings before moving permanently to Chicago. There, he fell in love with his true passion: Delta and Chicago blues.

American blues scene magazine affectionately refers to Charlie as “Chicago’s Delta.’ He was also featured in both Living Blues and BG (Buddy Guy) Blues and Music News magazines.

In 1995 he formed the Downtown Charlie Brown Blues Band

Charlie now appears almost nightly throughout Chicagoland and is a regular opening act at Buddy Guy’s Legends. He tours the mid-west as well as the east, and southeast United States, appearing in New Jersey, Kansas City, and Ground Zero Blues Club in Clarksdale Mississippi.

Charlie teaches economics and business classes at Marmion Academy. He volunteers his time and inspires future generations by offering lectures called Blues in the Schools throughout Chicagoland. Other endeavors include corporate keynote speaking, podcast moderator and appearing as a regular guest on the King Biscuit radio show in Helena Arkansas.

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 Wednesday - 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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sat31aug5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring DJ KMBRKFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

sat31aug6:30 pmGolden Hour featuring Fiesta CubaFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

August 31, 2024 6:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Chase House

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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!

Dance Class from Fiesta Cuba 6:30PM - 10PM (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:

¡Bailar y Cumbanchar! Enjoy Cuban culture through music and dancing. Join us for a fun class and practice your new skills by dancing the night away to inviting rhythms. No experience or partner needed! ¡A gozar!

Edson Leonardo Cabrera Veitia - Edson De Cuba

Born in Cuba and graduated from the highly regarded Escuela Nacional de Arte in Dance in 2005. During this training period at the National School of Art in Havana, he participated in the ITs Festival in the Netherlands under the direction of Feri de Geus and Noortje Bijvoets. Subsequently, he joined the Cuban dance company Ballet Rakatan, dancing as a soloist. In 2007, he became a member of Danza Contemporánea de Cuba, participating in several international tours. Mr. Cabrera was made Principal Dancer in 2010. Since arriving in Chicago, Mr. Cabrera has danced with Hedwig Dances, Kechari, Concert Dance and teaches Cuban dance classes in the Chicago area.

Roberto Rojas - DJ Roberton

Born in Cuba, DJ Roberton has been an integral part of the Cuban dance scene in Chicago. He has performed at various venues throughout Chicago including Latin Street Music and Dancing Studio.

Doors: 6:30PM

Dance Class: 6:45-7:45PM

Dancing: 7:45-10PM

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Epiphany Center For The Arts: Chase House

sat31aug7:30 pmTribute to Luther Vandross featuring Brandon James

wed04sep5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring The MarJays MusicFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW Spaces Still Available

Time

September 4, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe/Bar Wednesday thru Saturday starting at 5 PM - 8PM

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 The MarJays Music 5 PM - 8 PM (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 8pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.

About:

Veteran players RJ Kattke on keys and Mark Sramek on guitar blend their voices, musicianship, creativity and tradition to bring audiences the very best in live music entertainment.

"The MarJays" play their own mix of americana, folk, blues, rock, country, eclectic, reggae and originals. They might throw in songs with a New Orleans flavor, a blues number, or an Original, or something You've never heard before. Join us for some chill summer sounds.

Working as local musicians, as Duo or Full-Band, "The MarJays" can also be found under the following names:
"The MarJays and Friends"
"The MarJays Music Rocks"

with their Website and Facebook pages:

https://themarjaysmusic.rocks/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560714885433

Mark has played with numerous diverse groups in the past:
The Grinnin' Whippet Band
The Crawdads
Zydeco Bon Ton
The Salt Creek Boys

And has done his own Original Albums as well, with these releases:
Mojohouse
Knucklehead Sandwich
Ain't You Happe'

RJ has performed with notable music groups such as:
Derrick Procell All-Star "Mojo" Band
Nu Blu Band
Carrie Lyn Infusion
Paradise Waits
Joe's Kitchen
The Blooze Brothers

And done shows at wide variety of Chicago venues and events:
Navy Pier
Reggies
Buddy Guy's Legends
Woodstock Opera House
Raue Center for the Arts
Dancing in the Streets - for On Tour Brewing
Cubby Bear
and many more

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thu05sep5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Jackson Jay KidderFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

September 5, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 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

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:

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.

Photo Credits: Dallas Tolentino (@tolentinovisuals)

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thu05sep7:30 pmMichael Damani

Time

September 5, 2024 7:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

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Michael Damani

Date: Thursday, September 5, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: Advanced- $20 | Day of Show- $30 | VIP Table for 2- $60 | VIP Table for 4- $120

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

About:

Michael Damani is a next generation Blues artist based in Chicago. His style of Blues he calls "Cosmic Blues' is a seamless fusion of Funk, R&B Soul and Blues, presented at venues locally and internationally. His latest single "Hollywood City" was released last year in November. His 5 piece band has been active this year performing at Chicago's Navy Pier, Maxwell Street Festival, and Mahindra Blues Festival. Damani's accolades include a long-time partnership with the Original Chicago Blues All-Stars, (of which he was member from 2016-2021) his own 20-date tour of Australia in early 2020 sponsored by Choose Chicago, and a featured sideman on Isaiah Collier's 2023 release Parallel Universe.

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fri06sep5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring DJ MwelwaFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW!Spaces Still Available

Time

September 6, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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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sun08sep3:00 pmKAIA String Quartet

Time

September 8, 2024 3:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

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Susan Bengtson Price, viola

Event Details

KAIA String Quartet

Date: Sunday, September 8, 2024

Doors: 2PM

Showtime: 3PM

Tickets: $25 - Advanced | $30 - Day of show

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

About KAIA:

From the tango of the Rio de la Plata to the string quartets of Silvestre Revueltas, the KAIA String Quartet is an ensemble devoted to promoting the rich and colorful music of Latin America. Active performers in both the US and abroad, highlights of the most recent season include a collaboration with Jazz singer Paul Marinaro and performances at Chicago area venues including the Studebaker Theatre, the Epiphany Center for the Arts, the Morton Arboretum, the Mozart Immersive Experience, and the Kenilworth Assembly Hall. The quartet's most recent tour of Uruguay and Argentina included a performance at Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires.

The Quartet plays an active role in Chicago's music scene and has performed at the Chicago Latino Music Festival, the Ear Taxi Festival, and Chamber Music on the Fox. In 2017, KAIA was the first ensemble in residence at Chicago's classical radio station, WFMT. During this residency they explored the world of Latin classical music with audiences through daily radio segments, performances and broadcasts around the city and the production of KAIA Kids, a series of children's education videos.

Celebrated by Downbeat magazine for its ability to "beautifully blur the lines between jazz, classical, Latin and world music" KAIA’s album collaboration with Fareed Haque was chosen by Chicago Tribune’s Howard Reich as one of the top ten classical recordings of 2018. Their album, Sureño, explores the music and relationship of Argentinian composers Astor Piazzolla and José Bragato. The latest recording project released in 2020 includes a collaboration with jazz pianist Ryan Cohan in his work Originations. KAIA together with Cohan and his chamber ensemble were featured performing this piece at 2019 Chicago's Jazz Fest main stage.

KAIA is deeply devoted to music education. They are teaching artists for Ravinia's Reach*Teach*Play program and for Classical Music Chicago's Young Peoples' Concerts program. KAIA founded DePaul University's Community Music Division chamber program where they inspire the next generation of performers. During the 2023-24 season, the KAIA String Quartet was invited to teach and perform at Michigan State University and Carthage College as artists-in-residence. In the summer of 2023, KAIA was on the New England Music Camp's Chamber Music Intensive faculty as the resident quartet and will be returning in the summer of 2024. Since 2018, KAIA has been the ensemble-in-residence for the Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra's Summer Chamber Music Camp. The quartet traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to present and perform in schools through the sponsorship of the Mainly Mozart Festival annually between 2013 and 2017.

Victoria Moreira, violin

Naomi Culp, violin

Hope DeCelle, cello

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sun08sep6:00 pmOutcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party

Time

September 8, 2024 6:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

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Outcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party

Date: Sunday, September 8, 2024

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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sun08sep7:30 pmIan Maksin

Time

September 8, 2024 7:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

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Ian Maksin

Date: Sunday, September 8th

Doors: 6:30PM

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: General Admission- $30 | Day of show- $35 | General Admission 3-Pack- $25 each | VIP Table for 2- $80 | VIP Table for 4- $160

About:

Get immersed in the soulful and soothing vibrations of the virtual cello orchestra, created by the world-acclaimed cellist, composer, and multilingual vocalist Ian Maksin, who sings in more than 30 languages.

Besides his original instrumental music infused with flavors of Mongolian, Middle Eastern, West African, and Balkan music, Maksin will share the most recent additions to his musical collection: folk songs in Catalan (language #32), Kazakh (#33), and Crimean Tatar (#34), as well as his renditions of pop classics such as "Sabor a Mi" (Mexico), "Je suis malade" (France), and "Aranjuez" (Spain). He will also perform some of his favorite songs in Ukrainian, Polish, Arabic, Georgian, Farsi, Turkish, and more.

A portion of the ticket and merchandise sales from this tour will benefit the Leonid Foundation, a humanitarian relief organization that helps Ukrainian refugees in North America.

September 8 landing page: ianmaksin.com/chicago

Official website: ianmaksin.com

Instagram: instagram.com/ianmaksin

Facebook: facebook.com/cellomaxx

Youtube: youtube.com/ianmaksin

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: He uses the loop pedal and other electronic devices to augment the sound of the cello and turn it into a virtual orchestra.

SINGING IN 34 LANGUAGES: What began as a hobby and a passion for linguistics and travel has become part of a unique concert experience. Ian Maksin sings in Ukrainian, Polish, English, Farsi, Armenian, French, Italian, Arabic, Hebrew, Mongolian, Bambara (one of the tongues spoken in West Africa), and many other exotic languages. Most of this repertoire was amassed by Maksin during his world travels, jam sessions, and collaborations with local musicians. Many of his original songs and instrumental compositions are infused with flavors of ethnic music from countries and regions where he drew inspiration: Mongolia, West Africa, the Middle East, the Balkans, and Andalusian flamenco.

THE GLOBAL MUSICIAN: Born in the former USSR into a multinational family, Ian grew up absorbing many cultures and traditions from an early age. He began playing guitar and piano at age 3 and cello at age 6 at the School for Gifted Children in Leningrad, then came to the USA at 16 to continue his studies at the Manhattan School of Music in New York City. After working for many years in the classical genre, including a three-year tenure with the New World Symphony in Miami, Ian decided to look for his own musical path. His diverse musical experience, including playing rock and blues guitar and his passion for jazz and world music, has allowed him to take the cello to a new dimension and develop his own distinct style as a musician and composer. In Ian's own words: "At some point, I realized that music is much more than mere entertainment. Instead, it is one of the most powerful forces in the world, capable of healing, inspiring, bringing people together, and bringing peace among them. I believe that the cello will save the world.”

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wed11sep5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring MPKBFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

wed11sep7:30 pmjoygarden

Time

September 11, 2024 7:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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janelle@janellefinton.com

Event Details

joygarden

Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: Advanced- $15 | Day of Show- $20

About joygarden:

Explore a garden of joy with Janelle Finton’s new project of original songs that invite reflection, wonder, and curiosity! Comprised of Chicago musicians Meghan Stagl, Caroline Jesalva, and Alvin Santner, joygarden will take you on a unique journey through elements of folk, jazz, and chamber music.

About Janelle:

Fascinated by many modes of creativity, Janelle Finton is a trumpeter, vocalist, composer, and poet who approaches music making and storytelling with wonder. She has played with groups such as the Maria Schneider Orchestra as a featured vocalist at Ravinia and the Elmhurst Jazz Festival, the Grace Fox Big Band at Birdland, and Dizzy’s Club in NY, the John Daversa Big Band at the Baked Potato in LA and the Jazz Education Network Conference, the Generation Gap Jazz Orchestra, and NYO Jazz at Carnegie Hall, where she toured Europe and Asia with Sean Jones, Dianne Reeves, and Kurt Elling. As a composer, Janelle has been recognized by Downbeat, the American Composer’s Forum, has a big band chart published through Brava Jazz, and a vocal jazz chart published through Anchor Music. As an educator, Janelle is a lifelong learner, and shares this with her students through private lessons in the Chicago area, at Conant, and Palatine High School. She also was the jazz trumpet and voice instructor for the 2024 Interlochen Summer Arts Camp. Finton holds a B.M. from the Frost School of Music where she studied with the amazing Brian Lynch, as well as Etienne Charles, Dafnis Prieto (improvisation), and Dr. Kate Reid (voice). Currently, Janelle performs, writes, and teaches in Chicago, and is continuously grateful for all the opportunities she has to share joy with people through her music!

janellefinton.com

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thu12sep5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Andrew BlomquistFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

thu12sep8:00 pmWhen Amy Met Donny: Tribute to Amy Winehouse & Donny Hathaway

Time

September 12, 2024 8:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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When Amy Met Donny: Tribute to Amy Winehouse & Donny Hathaway

Date: Thursday, September 12, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 8PM

Tickets: Advanced- $30 | Day of Show- $35 | VIP Table for 2- $120 | VIP Table for 4- $240

About:

Back by popular demand, Tears Dry On Their Own is proud to present When Amy Met Donny, a very special birthday tribute to Amy Winehouse & Donny Hathaway. “When Amy met Donny”, takes a deep dive into the works of 2 extraordinary legends, gone too soon. Sit back and relax as Sally Blandon and Lester Jay take you on a musical journey exploring the heart and soul of Amy and Donny, where the past meets the present and musical legacies cross paths in a unique and beautiful synergy.

This show will be dedicated to suicide prevention month. Tears Dry On Their Own is proud to partner with Solo Headquarters for this year’s 2024 raffle, supporting a local mental health provider, whose mission is to aid people with substance use disorders in their recovery by providing comprehensive behavioral health solutions.

Golden Hour at Epiphany:

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

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fri13sep5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Kabir DalawariFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

September 13, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 from Kabir Dalwari 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:

Kabir Dalawari is a drummer, composer and educator based in Chicago, Illinois. His newest record, Last Call presents a new book of kinetic and exciting originals. "This Sophomore release showcases Dalawari as a facile drummer and fully matured composer whose rhythmic adeptness and penchant for melody, harmony and dynamic fuel the seven apealing tracks, Reminiscent of the Brian Blade Fellowship." - Downbeat Magazine (Bill Milkowski).

As a bandleader, Dalawari frequently showcase his music at premier Chicago Venues such as: Andy's Jazz Club, Evanston SPACE, Constellation Chicago and many more.

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fri13sep6:00 pmThe Opening Reception of Alex Velázquez Brightbill’s, ETHNIC BODIES Slemmons GallerySpaces Still Available

Time

September 13, 2024 6:00 pm

Location

Art Event

AGE REQUIREMENT

21 and over

Event Details

Attend the opening reception for Alex Velázquez Brightbill’s, ETHNIC BODIES on Friday, September 13, 6:00-9:00pm.

Alex Velázquez Brightbill’s ETHNIC BODIES collage series explores ideas of beauty, colonialism, and sexual identity. Alex’s starting point is an observation by the Kenyan artist Wangechi Mutu that “the female carries the marks, language, and nuances of their culture more than the male. Anything that is desired or despised is constantly placed on the female body.” So, in this series the female figures show their inner thoughts portrayed in their physical world – a grotesque woman, a cat lady, sexual innuendos, playful absurd fetishes, the physical scarring of a culture, fashion and animalistic language combined with humor. Alex explores the conflicting perceptions of Latinx women based on assumptions from history and from current affairs.

The series devotes a specific focus to the maquiladora women of Ciudad Juárez, victims of a wave of femicides in the early 2000s. These women, portrayed through a combination of pornographic imagery and archaeological artifacts, symbolize both sexual objectification and silenced voices. The collages draw parallels between their visibility as sexual beings and their invisibility as victims, reminiscent of how their remains were unearthed from the earth—masked and silenced.

Alex creates her work by piecing together magazine imagery with painted surfaces and found materials. Besides Wangechi Mutu, other sources of inspiration are the early photomontages of the German Dada artist Hannah Hoch, and Chicana queer poet, scholar, and feminist theorist Gloria Anzaldúa.

Through this series, Alex invites viewers to reconsider entrenched notions of femininity, sexuality, and cultural identity. It is a visual dialogue that challenges viewers to peel back layers of societal conditioning and see the multifaceted realities of Latinx women—both past and present. The inclusion of the mujeres de Juárez highlights the ongoing struggle against gender-based violence and the resilience of those fighting to have their voices heard.

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fri13sep6:00 pmThe Opening Reception of Tony Armendariz’s LATIN EXPRESSIONS Sacristy GallerySpaces Still Available

Time

September 13, 2024 6:00 pm

Location

Art Event

AGE REQUIREMENT

21 and over

Event Details

Attend the opening reception for Tony Armendariz’s LATIN EXPRESSIONS on Friday, September 13, from 6:00-9:00pm.

Currently concentrating on portraits and figurative work sometimes combined with architectural elements, Tony Armendariz presents the subjects in his paintings in the classic realist tradition, either as portraits or in scenes of life. It is his intent to display their soul, or authentic self, which at times may not reveal itself immediately. Many times, the "window" opens and shows itself not only through the eyes but also through other features that emote the complete range of “expressions of life” that include the mouth, hands and body language. Often it may include clothing and objects from domestic life and work. The range of the narratives can be quiet and simple. Some are dramatic and profound. Latin Expressions presents paintings capturing subjects mostly from Armendariz’ travels to countries, including Cuba and Nicaragua.

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fri13sep6:00 pmThe Opening Reception of October Sharify’s, AUTOMATA Guild RoomSpaces Still Available

fri13sep7:00 pmAll Hail the Queen: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin

Time

September 13, 2024 7:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

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All Hail the Queen!: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin

Date: Friday, September 13th

Doors: 5PM fo Golden Hour

Showtime: 7PM

Tickets: General Admission- $30 | Day of Show- $35 | VIP Table for 2- $100 | VIP Table for 4- $200

About:

THE MCNARY EXPERIENCE is a Chicago based 8 piece band, comprised of a drummer, pianist, bassist, guitarist, saxophone, 2 background vocalists, and lead singer, Qiana McNary. Qiana McNary's powerful voice is rich with deep texture. Her classically trained voice is tremendously versatile and emotive. The entire band will send you into music euphoria with their soulful repertoire. Join The McNary Experience for a soulful, powerful and engaging performance! One night only! Experience the magic of timeless classics, performed with passion, purpose, and authenticity. The McNary Experience's soul-stirring tribute to Aretha Franklin will transport you back in time to a place where music meets the soul. Performing all of her hits including Respect, Chain of Fools, Natural Woman and many more!

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fri13sep7:30 pmRuth Lindo: "NEW BEGINNINGS"

Time

September 13, 2024 7:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

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Ruth Lindo

Date: Friday, September 13, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: Advanced- $30 | Day of Show- $35 | VIP Table for 2- $100 | VIP Table for 4- $200

About:

Please join me for an evening of good music and songs showcasing my love of jazz.

See you there!

Ruth Lindo, an enchanting jazz singer, brings an eclectic mix of genres to her soulful performances. With a deep passion for jazz, gospel, R&B, reggae, and classical music, Ruth creates a unique and captivating sound that resonates with audiences of all ages. Jazz, in particular, feeds her soul, and her love for the genre is evident in every note she sings.

Growing up surrounded by music, Ruth's journey into the world of jazz was a natural progression. She started her vocal journey in the church gospel choir, where she developed her powerful and emotive voice. Her versatile vocal range and emotional depth allow her to effortlessly transition between genres, creating a rich and varied musical experience. Ruth's dedication to her craft and ability to connect with her audience have earned her a loyal following and critical acclaim.

Ruth's musical inspiration began at home, where her immigrant Jamaican parents filled the house with calypso music. The lively and rhythmic sounds of calypso deeply influenced her musical sensibilities, adding another layer to her diverse array of musical influences. This early exposure to the vibrant rhythms and melodies of her heritage continues to shape her artistic expression and enrich her performances.

On September 13th, Ruth Lindo will be performing a highly anticipated concert that promises to be an unforgettable evening of music. Her dynamic stage presence and heartfelt performances have made her a favorite in the jazz community. This concert will showcase her exceptional talent and the diverse musical influences that have shaped her unique style.

Ruth's passion for jazz has allowed her to perform at various prestigious venues and events. She has been a regular performer at the “Jazz in the Yard” concerts during the summer, commissioned by State Representative Camille Y. Lilly. These performances have solidified her reputation as a standout artist in the jazz scene.

With a voice that transcends genres and a dedication to her art, Ruth Lindo continues to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact on the world of music. Her upcoming concert is a testament to her talent and passion, and it is sure to be a night filled with soul-stirring melodies and unforgettable moments.

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 Wednesday - 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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thu19sep5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Adam GottliebFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW!Spaces Still Available

Time

September 19, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 Adam Gottlieb 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:

Adam Gottlieb is a musician, poet, teaching-artist and organizer from Chicago. This year he is one of the nominees for the inaugural Poet Laureate of Chicago. He is the leader of the Fusion band Adam Gottlieb and OneLove, who recently put out a new single and music video, "When the People Ride" and hosted “Soul Rebels 2023: A Concert Honoring the Life and Legacy of Bob Marley” at Epiphany Center for the Arts. Adam Gottlieb & OneLove are a Chicago-based Fusion band serving songs for the revolution since 2014. They are ordinary people fighting for survival, justice, and abundance for all, delivering upbeat Reggae music that crosses into Blues, Folk, Rock, Funk, Hip Hop, Latin, and more. Their 2020 album “All of You” was nominated for “Best Local Album” in the Chicago Reader’s Best of Chicago awards. Last year they performed live at South by Southwest at the AEMMP Records Showcase, “A Lil Taste of the Chi III.” Adam serves as a cantorial soloist for Tzedek Chicago, an international justice-based synagogue based in Chicago, IL.

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fri20sep8:00 pmFree Blues Friday featuring Smiley Tillmon Band with Kate MossFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

September 20, 2024 8:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Free Blues Friday featuring Smiley Tillmon Band with Kate Moss

Date: Friday, September 20th

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 8PM

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 Wednesday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials!

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tue24sep8:00 pmReflections presents Caterina Barbieri + KMRU

Time

September 24, 2024 8:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Reflections presents Caterina Barbieri + KMRU

Date: Tuesday, September 24th

Doors: 7PM

Showtime: 8PM

Tickets: General Admission- $47.38

About:

REFLECTIONS presents Italian composer Caterina Barbieri in a night of spellbinding sonic intensity at this historic former church. She’s joined by opener KMRU on a consciousness-altering ambient set, with immersive visuals by Berlin-based designer MFO.

CATERINA BARBIERI uses vivid modular synthesis to explore how sound can induce both metaphysical and psycho-physical responses in the listener.

Her full-length debut album Patterns of Consciousness (Important Records, 2017) was namedone of the best releases of the year and the decade (Resident Advisor, Noisey, Fact Mag, The Wire). Her 2019 release on Editions Mego, Ecstatic Computation, has been critically acclaimed and is record of the year on Bleep.

Barbieri holds a Master's degree in classical guitar and a Bachelor’s degree in electroacoustic composition from the Conservatory of Bologna, Italy, alongside a Bachelor’s degree from the Faculty of Humanities and Philosophy of Bologna with a thesis in Ethnomusicology about Hindustani music and minimalism.

KMRU is Nairobi-born, Berlin-based sound artist Joseph Kamaru. For him, sound is a sensorial medium through which social, material and conceptual interpretations are manifested in his works. KMRU carries with him a repository of listening experiences from Nairobi and beyond expanding his sonic practices, bringing an awareness of surroundings through creative compositions, installations and performances.

He has earned international acclaim from his performances at the Barbican, Berlin Atonal, Présences électronique, and releases on Editions Mego, Subtext, Seil Records. KMRU has carved out a serious and definitive space on the list of essential authors in ambient experimental music – one of the most prolific and innovative artists in his field.

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 Wednesday - 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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thu26sep5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Vivian GarciaFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

September 26, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 from Vivian Garcia 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:

Vivian Garcia is a Chicago based singer-songwriter. Her musical journey has taken her from studying rumba flamenca rhythms in Granada, Spain to performing with international folk musicians in Madrid,Spain for 3 years 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 Aterciopelados. 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 is a TEDx speaker/performer and released her Genesis NFT project “Fly, Mariposa” in March 2022.

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fri27sep5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Bear WilliamsFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

sat28sep(sep 28)8:00 pmDivine Havoc: Crystal Skies, Nikademis, ARAYA, CRWNS, NONSNSE

Time

September 28, 2024 8:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Divine Havoc: Crystal Skies, Nikademis, ARAYA, CRWNS, NONSNSE

Date: Saturday, September 28th

Showtime: 8PM

Tickets: Early Bird- $15 | GA Tier 2- $25 | GA Tier 3- $30 | GA Tier 4- $35 | Day of Show- $40

Please note that kitchen will be closed. No outside food and/or beverage is permitted.

About:

Join us on the night of September 28th at Epiphany Hall for an unforgettable journey into the depths of sound and emotion. Divine Havoc is more than a concert— it's an artistic odyssey through the realms of melodic bass and dubstep, where the sublime meets the chaotic in a breathtaking fusion.

Immerse yourself in a sonic tapestry woven by masterful DJs and producers, each set a carefully crafted narrative that blends ethereal melodies with earth-shaking basslines. As the music builds, so too will your connection to the primal and the divine, a dance of opposites that creates a transcendent experience.

Epiphany Hall, with its stunning acoustics and unique atmosphere, provides the perfect sanctuary for this exploration of sound. As the lights sync with the rhythms, prepare to lose yourself in the euphoria of the moment, finding clarity within the chaos.

Divine Havoc promises not just a concert, but an awakening. Come, be part of the symphony.

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sun29sep7:00 pmDeep Cricket Night with Medical Miracle

thu03oct5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring KettlestringsSpaces Still Available

Time

October 3, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 from Kettlestrings 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:

At every show, the band's personal and musical chemistry is evident from the downbeat to the final chord. In between, Kettlestrings weaves together eclectic and dynamic sets out of its original songs, its own arrangements of classics, hidden gems by artists from Etta James to Radiohead, Nick Lowe to Hall & Oates, Crowded House to Bob Dylan, and a few others you may not have heard of, like Bettie Serveert, the Waifs, and Fairground Attraction. Folks come to the band's shows expecting the unexpected, as Kettlestrings puts its own signature on each tune in the set.

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thu03oct7:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Dusk Dance MusicFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW Spaces Still Available

sun06oct6:00 pmOutcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party

Time

October 6, 2024 6:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Event Details

Outcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party

Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024

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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wed09oct5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring An Evening of Jazz with Brian CitroFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

October 9, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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:

Guitarist and composer Brian Citro has been playing and writing music on the guitar for over 30 years. A long-time member of The Drastics, he’s performed and toured with JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound, Ted Sirota’s Heavyweight Dub!, and others. Brian’s new jazz quartet features some of Chicago’s most in-demand musicians — Quin Kirchner (drums), Matt Ulery (bass), and Nick Mazzarrela (alto sax). For the Golden Hour, Brian will perform music from his new album, Acoustic Pastime – Solo Guitar, released on ears&eyes Records. Brian’s solo guitar performances feature his unique compositions with rich, accessible melodies, unusual song structures, and a wide range of rhythms and feels. He also performs music by Thelonious Monk, Stevie Wonder, and others.

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wed09oct7:30 pmAlanna Matty with Pillow Fite

Time

October 9, 2024 7:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Alanna Matty with Pillow Fite

Date: Wednesday, October 9th, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 7:30PM

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

About Alanna Matty:

Alanna Matty is a musician, live streamer and producer originally from Toronto, now living in Halifax NS. Perfectly blending bedroom pop with indie folk, Alanna’s music has a way of being both incredibly personal and instantly relatable, a recipe that tends to cast a spell on audiences with its sonic empathy. Alanna is currently working on her next album "Subject to Change" due out this October.

About Pillow Fite:

Pillow Fite is an alt-pop queer duo from Halifax, Nova Scotia. Pairing tender, heart-on-your-sleeve lyrics with catchy alt-rock instrumentals and folky ballads, the genre lines get blurred in a way that keeps the project dynamic and binge-worthy while giving listeners all of the feels. As a trans non-binary fronted band, Pillow Fite strive to represent queer experiences both on and off stage, and work hard to perform in safe and inclusive spaces. In anticipation of their album release, Soft Promises, Hard Feelings, the duo will be embarking on a UK/EU/US tour in the fall of 2024. Their most-recent single ‘Alma’ is out now.

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 Wednesday - 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 openand there is free entertainment before the show!

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

Organizer

West Loop Entertainment

thu10oct5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Andrew DiRuzzaFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

October 10, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 Andrew DiRuzza 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.

Appraised by JazzTimes as “a gifted jazz guitarist and star in the making,” Andrew DiRuzza is a dedicated performer, composer, arranger and educator. Since his first performance at 14 years old, Andrew has performed on multiple continents with musicians from all around the world. Andrew has shared the stage with many renowned musicians, including Yusef Lateef, John Stowell and Adam Schroeder. He performed at the Iowa City Jazz Festival in 2013 and 2014. Andrew enjoys sharing music with the community and has performed with his colleagues at numerous bars, restaurants, retirement centers, etc. In addition to performing in small groups, Andrew has also performed in many large ensembles, including Orchestra Iowa, San Jose State University Jazz Orchestra, University of Iowa Jazz Repertory Ensemble and Umass Chapel Jazz Ensemble.

As a composer, Andrew has written music for various settings, including large jazz ensemble, jazz quintet, solo piano and guitar duo. His original album “Shapes and Analogies” has been played on radio stations across the country. Midwest Record appraised him as “a smart leader any time.” Audiophile Review referred to him as “a skilled guitarist, bandleader, composer and improviser.”

Andrew has been a committed guitar teacher for over 25 years. His students range from six years old to senior citizens. It is Andrew’s firm belief that it is possible to find joy through music at any age. In addition to teaching privately, he has taught at Augustana College, Blackhawk College, Kirkwood Community College and Greenfield Community College.

Andrew started playing guitar at the age of nine. He attended summer courses at Berklee College of Music in 1995 and 1996. He earned his Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in 2004. In 2014, he earned his Master of Arts degree in Jazz Studies from the University of Iowa.

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thu10oct7:30 pmTraveling Wilburys Revue

thu17oct5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring FeestetFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

October 17, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 Feestet 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:

Feestet (pronounced “Feest-tet”) is a Madison-based “gateway jazz” ensemble fronted by vocalist Helen Feest.

For the Golden Hour, Feestet will perform as a trio featuring Chicago’s own Frank McKearn IV on the Electronic Valve Instrument. A 1970’s analog synthesizer with 7 octaves range, the EVI perfectly showcases both Frank’s trumpet chops and bass experience. They are joined by the project’s primary composer/arranger, Anthony Utehs, on guitar.

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wed23oct5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring MPKBFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

wed23oct8:00 pmSanctuary Sessions featuring Ricardo JimenezFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

October 23, 2024 8:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: The Sanctuary

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

Event Details

Sanctuary Sessions featuring Ricardo Jimenez

Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Doors: 5PM for Golden Hour

Showtime: 8PM

Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW

About Sanctuary Sessions:

Join us for the Sanctuary Sessions Series; a free jazz jam session at Epiphany Center for the Arts hosted by Ricardo Jimenez. Whether you’re a seasoned player, a budding artist, or a jazz enthusiast looking to hear some tunes, we welcome any and all!

Sign up starts at 7pm

Music starts at 8pm

To be featured in the open jam, sign up is on a first come first serve basis.

About Ricardo Jimenez:

(224) 406 - 0520 | ricardojimenezmusic@gmail.com | https://www.ricardojimenezmusic.com/

“A musician in the truest sense”, internationally recognized trumpet player, and vocalist, Ricardo Jimenez captures “the essence of humanity in his art” ~Sean Roldan. A storyteller, communicator, and innovator, he defies boundaries through mission, music, and education. A recipient of the Thomas J. Watson Fellowship, Ricardo traveled the world looking at the intersectionality of self and society through music. He has been welcomed as an artist on five continents, having shared music in Austria, England, Germany, India, Italy, Senegal, Spain, Brazil, and Japan. Some highlights of his travels are performing in Coca-Cola Studio Tamil’s Season One debut, Bollywood productions studio single soundtrack “Chill Makka”, and working with children teaching music throughout Senegal, helping to found the non-profit “Langusik”.

Born and based in Chicago, Downbeat and Jeff ensemble award-winner, Ricardo Jimenez performed with the stage band in Porchlight Theater's award-winning production of "Blues In The Night", featuring legends such as Felicia P. Fields, Maulty Jewell IV, and Donica Lynn. He worked as an on-stage musician in Ron O.J. Parson’s and Felicia P. Fields’ Jeff-nominated, original production “Pearls: Rollin’ with the Blues.” Ricardo has also worked and performed with many groups and artists at home and abroad such as “Cosimo and the Hot Coals,” “Paganin Soatnquartett,” “Afrika Groove,” Joe Locke, Tim Garland, Geoffrey Keezer, John Harmon, Gene Bertoncini, Hermann Haertel, Simon Wascher, Julia Siedl, Tunico, Matú, Khatija Rahman ,Arivu, and Sean Roldan.

As a global educator, Ricardo strives to enable his students to become whole artists, with a focus on decolonizing the mind, liberating the spirit, and becoming at ease in multiple genres and unafraid to tap into their creative potential. Ricardo currently works throughout Chicago teaching a variety of music programs in Chicago’s public schools, as well as teaching online lessons to students of all ages across the globe.

Drums: Kabir Dalawari

Bass: Stephen Parisi

Piano: Nicholas Olynciw

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 Wednesday - 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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sun03nov6:00 pmOutcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party

Time

November 3, 2024 6:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Buy Tickets

Event Details

Outcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party

Date: Sunday, November 3, 2024

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.

Organizer

West Loop Entertainment

wed06nov5:00 pmGolden Hour featuring Vivian GarciaFREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOWSpaces Still Available

Time

November 6, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Café Bar

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Event Details

Join us in the Cafe Bar Wednesday 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 from Vivian Garcia 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:

Vivian Garcia is a Chicago based singer-songwriter. Her musical journey has taken her from studying rumba flamenca rhythms in Granada, Spain to performing with international folk musicians in Madrid,Spain for 3 years 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 Aterciopelados. 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 is a TEDx speaker/performer and released her Genesis NFT project “Fly, Mariposa” in March 2022.

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sun24nov5:00 pmBad Sneakers Orchestra

Time

November 24, 2024 5:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Event Details

Bad Sneakers Orchestra

Date: November 24, 2024

Doors: 4PM

Showtime: 5PM

Tickets: General Admission- $20 | Day of Show- $25 | VIP Table for 2- $60 | VIP Table for 4- $120

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

Pat Fleming Guitars

Kent Wehman Keys

Carter Luke Keys

Paul Martin Bass, Musical Director

Neal Wehman Drums

Kirk Garrison Trumpet

John Mose Trombone

Jim Massoth 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!

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West Loop Entertainment

sun01dec6:00 pmOutcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party

Time

December 1, 2024 6:00 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

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Event Details

Outcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party

Date: Sunday, December 1, 2024

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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West Loop Entertainment

sun08dec7:30 pmGOLD Documentary Screening

Time

December 8, 2024 7:30 pm

Location

Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall

201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607

AGE REQUIREMENT

Must be 21+

Buy Tickets

Event Details

GOLD Documentary Screening

Date: Sunday, December 8th, 2024

Doors: 6:30PM

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: Advanced - $10 | Day of Show - $15

About GOLD:

GOLD is a feature length documentary that focuses on the lives of the women who currently work at the Gold Nugget strip club in Spread Eagle, Northern Wisconsin. The Nugget is run by Dusty, who was an exotic dancer in the 90s. During her time as a dancer, Dusty was able to become financially independent and found the confidence to leave her abusive husband. The film highlights Dusty's story, as well as touching on the lives of four of the women who currently work at the club. GOLD is an inspiring story of resilience, overcoming oppression, and finding your voice.

It's a film empowering those in the sex industry and highlighting all the good that can come from independence, self-respect, confidence, and bodily autonomy.

About Paige McKenna Grube:

Paige McKenna Grube is an award-winning documentary filmmaker from Meme, Wisconsin. She attended film school in San Diego and graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2013. From there she moved to Green Bay to work as a Production Coordinator and has worked at production companies in the Green Bay area over the years. Her experience has varied from working in corporate video as a video & photography Producer for Kohler Co in Sheboygan, to working for independent commercial advertising agencies. Her current role is Producer/Editor at a small production agency in Green Bay. Paige strives to use her independent filmmaking career as a way to give a voice to those who don't often have the opportunity to tell their stories. Her passion is to tell truthful, emotionally raw, and unique stories. Perhaps Paige's best professional attribute is that she focuses on doing the work upfront of relationship building and cultivating trust between her and her subjects. All of her films, so far, are passion projects with very small budgets. She receives funding through grants and donations through gofundme.

Paige's film, Seeds of Life (2021), was shot on location in early 2020. This feature length, award-winning documentary, explores the incredible work Maria Marciano is doing for the people in the border area. Through her sharing of knowledge of agriculture, education, and the fundamental necessity of water, she has made generational impacts in her 25 years there. Her film Seeds of Life is available for free on Youtube.

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West Loop Entertainment