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SUMMARY:City in a Garden: Queer Art and Activism in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:City in a Garden: Queer Art and Activism in Chicago is an intergenerational group exhibition that highlights Chicago’s essential\, yet often underacknowledged\, role in the story of queer art and activism. The exhibition examines this history from the mid-1980s\, when activists radically mobilized in response to the US government’s disastrous handling of the AIDS crisis. In this moment of change\, activists reclaimed the historically pejorative epithet “queer” as a liberatory term\, encompassing all who purposefully deviate from heteronormative society. Drawn from the MCA’s collection and other local collections\, City in a Garden follows this paradigm shift in LGBTQ+ history by bringing together work from over 30 artists and collectives working in Chicago from the 1980s to the present. \nThese artists address queerness through diverse media and methods: documenting clandestine queer spaces in photographs\, creating sculptures that challenge normative depictions of gender and sexuality\, and exploring queer intimacy through drawings\, paintings\, and videos. City in a Garden also features archival materials related to groups who innovatively combine artistic practices with their activism. The exhibition takes its title from Chicago’s official motto\, Urbs in Horto\, which translates to “city in a garden.” In the context of this presentation\, this motto speaks to the exhibited artists’ and activists’ utopian visions of a metropolitan sanctuary for people of all races\, genders\, and sexualities. As queer people continue to fight for their lives and livelihoods under ongoing and renewed political threats\, these visions remain as urgent today as ever. \nRuns July 5\, 2025 – May 31\, 2026
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/city-in-a-garden-queer-art-and-activism-in-chicago/
LOCATION:Museum of Contemporary Art\, 220 E Chicago Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts-and-galleries
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SUMMARY:Bowling Fundraiser for Aurora LGBTQ+ Advisory Board
DESCRIPTION:Aurora… y’all are NOT ready for this one \nWe’re taking over Lucky Strike Naperville for an afternoon full of bowling\, drag performances\, games\, music\, raffles\, and community fun. \nGrab your friends and come support LGBTQ+ programming in Aurora while having a great time doing it \n📅 Sunday\, May 31\n🕑 2–4 PM\n📍 Lucky Strike Naperville\n🎟️ $20 Admission \nSpots are limited\, so RSVP soon!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/bowling-fundraiser-for-aurora-lgbtq-advisory-board/
LOCATION:Lucky Strike Naperville\, 1515 Aurora Ave.\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,sports-recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T140000
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SUMMARY:Jackalope Theatre Company Presents World Premiere of “Andy Warhol Presents: The Cocaine Play\,” May 28 - July 6
DESCRIPTION:Jackalope Theatre Company is proud to present the world premiere of Andy Warhol Presents: The Cocaine Play\, written and directed by Terry Guest\, May 28 – July 6\, at the Broadway Armory Park\, 5917 N Broadway St. \nAndy Warhol Presents: The Cocaine Play is set in New York City where Andy Warhol (no\, not that Andy Warhol) is stuck. He hasn’t finished a painting in years and has no new ideas. When a mysterious actress named Marilyn Monroe (no\, not that Marilyn Monroe) stumbles into his life\, she sends him down an epic path of madness\, murder\, betrayal and the desperate pursuit of fame\, sex and beauty. Andy Warhol presents: The Cocaine Play is a 100% fake story about 100% real people that spans three decades and asks how far one is willing to go for the chance at superstardom. \nThe performance schedule is Mondays\, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. with no Friday or Saturday evening performances on July 3 and July 4. Tickets are $15 – $45 with student and Edgewater resident discounts available. Subscription and single tickets are now available at JackalopeTheatre.org or call/text the box office at 773.340.2543.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/jackalope-theatre-company-presents-world-premiere-of-andy-warhol-presents-the-cocaine-play-may-28-july-6-2/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Broadway Armory Park\, 5917 N. Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Curious Theatre Branch Presents Revival of “Talking About Godard\,” May 29 - June 28
DESCRIPTION:Curious Theatre Branch\, launches its 38th Season\, with the revival of Talking About Godard\, written by Beau O’Reilly and directed by Beau O’Reilly with Briavael O’Reilly\, May 29 – June 28\, at Facility Theatre\, 1138 N. California Ave. \nIn Talking About Godard\, three restless artists live awkwardly together. Helen chain smokes\, has sex with whomever and talks straight. Mary Barnes is obsessed with the films of Jean Luc Godard and is determined to make her own Godard film in Super 8. A neighborhood thug named Leon helps Chrissy by stealing suitcases from O’Hare and adds to the spoils of the household. Then a French caller comes looking for love. The play examines female friendship and cohabitation in the 90s\, the artistic process and how groups do and don’t satisfy our needs. \nTalking About Godard was originally produced by The Curious Theatre Branch in 1996 and its cast included Jenny Magnus (Helen)\, Vicki Walden (Mary Barnes) and Paul Leisen (Leon)\, who repeat their original roles in this revival. New cast members include Kristin Garrison (Chrissy) and Jayita Bhattacharya (Leon). \nThe performance takes place Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. The running time is currently 90 minutes with no intermission. Tickets are priced on a “pay what you can” scale\, with a suggested price of $25. For more information about Talking About Godard visit CuriousTheatreBranch.com.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/curious-theatre-branch-presents-revival-of-talking-about-godard-may-29-june-28-2/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Facility Theatre\, 1138 N. California Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:[producing body] Presents “Spaceman”\, May 19 - June 13 at the Edge Off-Broadway
DESCRIPTION:[producingbody] is pleased to announce the Chicago premiere of Spaceman\, by Leegrid Stevens and directed by Eric Slater\, May 19 – June 13\, at The Edge Off-Broadway\, 1133 W. Catalpa Ave. \nIn Spaceman\, the difficulties of interplanetary space travel are explored in exacting detail throughout this one-woman\, sci-fi odyssey. Radiation exposure\, long term weightlessness\, low light\, extensive communication delays and poor hygiene are just a few of the challenges astronaut Molly Jennis must face as the first human to visit Mars. But she soon finds nothing compares to the psychological effects of having so much time alone. Time spent mulling over the decisions she has made and what might be waiting for her when she finally reaches her destination. \nThe cast of Spaceman includes Ashley Neal (she/her\, Molly Jennis); Allyce Torres (she/her\, ensemble puppeteer/Ares) and Amy Carpenter (she/her\, Molly Jennis U/S). \nThe production team includes Leegrid Stevens (he/him\, playwright); Eric Slater (he/him\, director); Amy Carpenter (she/her\, executive producer); Taylor Dalton (she/her\, executive producer/set design/costume design); Angela Joy Baldasare (she/her\, sound designer) and Garrett Bell (he/him\, lighting designer). \nThe Spaceman performance schedule is Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m.\, Saturdays at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 5 p.m. Ticket prices are $15-45. The running time is 100 minutes with no intermission. Tickets go on sale Friday\, April 3 at 12 p.m. at producingbody.com.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/producing-body-presents-spaceman-may-19-june-13-at-the-edge-off-broadway-3/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:The Edge Off-Broadway\, 1133 W. Catalpa Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Chicago House Women-Elmhurst Pride Collective Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, May 31 for our kickoff to Pride month in Elmhurst. The party starts at 5 pm in the lot adjacent to the field — with food\, games\, free face painting\, Pride merch\, and more. Then at 6 pm\, watch as the Chicago House Athletic Club women’s semi-pro soccer team takes the field against the Milwaukee Torrent. Stick around at halftime\, when Mayor Scott Levin delivers Elmhurst’s 2026 Pride Proclamation. It all takes place at Langhorst Field\, at Elmhurst University. \nGet your tickets now! We can’t think of a better way to kick off the Pride celebration! \nAnd a special thank you to Chicago House Athletic Club for partnering with the EPC all season long. Thank you for sharing our commitment to social justice and all your efforts in providing a safe and inclusive space to enjoy soccer in Elmhurst! \n#SoccerIsForEveryone
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-house-women-elmhurst-pride-collective-night/
LOCATION:Langhorst Field\, 190 S. Prospect Ave.\, Elmhurst\, IL\, 60126\, United States
CATEGORIES:pride,sports-recreation
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T210000
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SUMMARY:6311arts Presents May Exhibition\, Bringing Together Established Chicago Artists\, Emerging Student Voices\, and Inclusive Community Programming
DESCRIPTION:CHICAGO — This spring\, Edgewater community center 6311arts will present its May Exhibition\, a multi-faceted showcase running May 16 through July 4\, 2026\, with an opening reception on Saturday\, May 16 from 6–9 p.m. \nDesigned as both an exhibition and a gathering point for multiple strands of Chicago’s creative community\, the May Exhibition brings together work by established local artists\, emerging student makers\, and artists working within inclusive educational settings. \nQueue — Brad Gibbs\nThe center’s main gallery will feature Queue\, a presentation of works by Chicago artist Brad Gibbs\, whose mixed-media paintings combine abstraction\, layered texture\, and vivid figurative suggestion. \nArt on the Edge — Austin Special Chicago\nAlso featured is Art on the Edge\, a group presentation from Austin Special Chicago\, a program serving adults with developmental disabilities through arts-centered enrichment and community engagement. Five artists from the program\, working under the guidance of educator Edwige Massart\, will present work that underscores 6311arts’ commitment to accessibility\, expression\, and broad participation in the arts. \nAmerican Surrealism — DePaul Artist Coalition\nContinuing 6311arts’ investment in nurturing emerging local talent\, American Surrealism will present an end-of-year showcase by fifteen artists from the newly formed DePaul Artist Coalition\, a student-run organization dedicated to building community and visibility for young artists at a pivotal stage in their creative development. \nEntrance Installation — Piloto\nAnchoring the exhibition at the center’s entrance will be a life-size sculpture by Piloto\, whose sculptural practice merges mythic imagery\, found materials\, and social consciousness. Known throughout Chicago for creating works that speak to migration\, resilience\, and collective humanity\, Piloto approaches sculpture as a form of public conversation. \nTogether\, these presentations reflect 6311arts’ broader mission: to create an approachable\, neighborhood-centered venue where established artists\, young creatives\, and historically underrepresented voices can share space in meaningful dialogue. \nVisitors to the opening reception will have the opportunity to meet participating artists\, engage with a wide variety of media and perspectives\, and celebrate the ongoing growth of Chicago’s North Side arts community. \nOpening Reception\nSaturday\, May 16\, 2026\n6–9 p.m. \nExhibition Dates\nMay 16 – July 4\, 2026 \nLocation\n6311 N. Clark Street\, Chicago \nThe event is free and open to the public. \nFor more information:\nwww.6311arts.com\nInstagram: @6311arts
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/6311arts-presents-may-exhibition-bringing-together-established-chicago-artists-emerging-student-voices-and-inclusive-community-programming/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:6311arts\, 6311 N Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
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SUMMARY:T'was the Night Before PRIDE
DESCRIPTION:A Queer Mixer for everyone to come out\, get to know each other! New to Chicago? Looking for Love? Need to Vet your crew??? Come out to this fun Flirty playful event hosted at Nobody’s Darling! \nMini Tarot reads and & Adult Toy Vendor will be on site!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/twas-the-night-before-pride/
LOCATION:Nobody’s Darling\, 1744 West Balmoral Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer
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SUMMARY:Chicago Repertory Ballet's Spring Series
DESCRIPTION:MAY 29 – 31 | RUTH PAGE CENTER FOR THE ARTS\nREPERTORY INCLUDES:\nTHE RITE OF SPRING – WADE SCHAAF\nWORLD PREMIERE – YANIS ERIC PIKIERIS\nWORLD PREMIERE – WADE SCHAAF\nJoin Chicago Repertory Ballet for an exhilarating Spring Series that celebrates repertory\, reinvention\, and bold new voices. Anchoring the our Spring Series is the remounting of Founding Artistic Director Wade Schaaf’s The Rite of Spring\, set to Igor Stravinsky’s watershed score. \nCRB has not performed this ballet since its striking 2021 presentation on Crickett Hill\, and we are thrilled to bring this monumental work to the stage at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts. Drawing inspiration from the Ballets Russes era while infusing it with CRB’s contemporary classical sensibility\, Schaaf’s Rite is visceral\, ritualistic\, and theatrically charged — a work that honors tradition while boldly reinterpreting it for today’s audiences. \nThe program also features a world premiere work by choreographer Yanis Eric Pikieris. Known for his sweeping physicality and intricate musicality\, Pikieris crafts movement that is both architecturally precise and emotionally expansive. His choreography demands virtuosity while revealing the humanity of the dancer — an arresting combination that has quickly distinguished his voice. \nAlso on the program is a world premiere by Founding Artistic Director Wade Schaaf. Schaaf’s work has been described as “musically sophisticated and dramatically immediate\,” blending structural rigor with an unflinching theatrical instinct. This new creation continues their exploration of contemporary classical form\, pushing the company’s artists both technically and expressively. \nDo not miss these exciting works including the Chicago premiere of Miami based choreographer Yanis Eric Pikieris!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-repertory-ballets-spring-series/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Ruth Page Center for the Arts\, 101 N. Dearborn St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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