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SUMMARY:Lakeside Pride Resonate Spring 2026 Choir Concert
DESCRIPTION:Sung by our trans\, non-binary\, and gender-expansive choir\, “No One Is Alone” offers one of the most enduring truths: even in the darkest woods\, connection sustains us. In community\, fear softens. In harmony\, grief transforms. \nIn a world still learning to listen\, Resonate lifts its voices to celebrate resilience\, community\, and the power of unity. Featuring Trans composers\, sung by Chicago’s Transgender voices!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lakeside-pride-resonate-spring-2026-choir-concert/
LOCATION:Lakeview Presbyterian Church\, 716 W Addison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music
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SUMMARY:Marsha Stevens-Pino & Justin Ryan Concert
DESCRIPTION:Marsha Stevens-Pino and Justin Ryan Concert\nFree Admission!\nSaturday\, April 11 at 5PM\nMapel Street Chapel\n220 S. Main St. Lombard\, IL \nAfter publicly coming out as a lesbian in 1981\, Marsha Stevens-Pino (widely recognized as the “mother of contemporary Christian music) her songs were removed from hymnals\, performances were canceled\, and she was largely ostracized by the mainstream Christian music industry. In response\, Marsha founded BALM Ministries (Born Again Lesbian Music)\, creating a vital artistic and spiritual home for LGBTQ+ Christians. Justin Ryan—a queer Christian singer-songwriter originally from Paducah\, KY met Marsha through the Metropolitan Community Church. Encouraged by Marsha\, Justin moved to Nashville to record with her\, which led to studio work and background singing for renowned country artists. Come hear their beautiful music and be moved by their inspiring stories! \nSponsored by First Church of Lombard
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/marsha-stevens-pino-justin-ryan-concert/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:concert-music,spiritual
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SUMMARY:Tequila\, Darling! at Nobody's Darling
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Tequila\, Darling!—a special tasting experience hosted by Kat Fitzgerald. Enjoy a guided journey through three of Kat’s thoughtfully selected tequilas\, complete with fun facts and flavor notes along the way. \nFood will be served as we sip\, learn\, and celebrate. Come raise a glass and wish Kat well as she embarks on her next chapter in Portugal! \nReserve your spot now—this is one you don’t want to miss. \nSpots are limited!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/tequila-darling-at-nobodys-darling/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:concert-music,culinary,happy-hour,workshop
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SUMMARY:safronia\, by avery young
DESCRIPTION:For two performances only\, Lyric presents a world premiere musical work from Chicago’s first-ever poet laureate\, the celebrated interdisciplinary artist avery r. young. \nTriumph and tragedy converge in this universal yet personal story of the Great Migration. This Afro-surrealist tale is told through the eyes of the Booker family\, who return from the northern U.S. to their Southern hometown after five years of banishment to bury their patriarch. \nFirst conceived following young’s groundbreaking collaboration with Lyric around Twilight: Gods in 2021\, safronia marries folklore\, poetry\, and history\, with music inspired by gospel\, blues\, funk\, and soul. This visually immersive\, concert-style performance continues Lyric’s commitment to presenting art that reflects our city and our stories. \n\n\nLanguage: Sung in English with projected English titles\nRunning Time: 2 hours\, 20 minutes including 1 intermission\nLocation: Lyric Opera House\nComposer and Librettist: avery r. young\nDirector: Timothy Douglas
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/safronia-by-avery-young/
LOCATION:Lyric Opera House\, 20 N. Wacker Drive\, Chicago\, 60606
CATEGORIES:concert-music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T210000
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SUMMARY:Lakeside Pride Symphonic Band Spring 2026 Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Lakeside Pride Symphonic Band emerges from its winter sleep\, ready to captivate you with the restorative sounds in this spring concert. Bask in the “Golden Hour” by Cait Nishimura\, or rise from the self-reflection of “Rest” by Frank Ticheli. Join us on April 18 to hear more regenerative melodies that give new vigor to life.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lakeside-pride-symphonic-band-spring-2026-concert/
LOCATION:Holtschneider Performance Center\, 2330 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Broadway Star Jessie Mueller
DESCRIPTION:Tony Award-winning Broadway star Jessie Mueller will take the stage for a special one-night-only concert\, An Evening with Broadway Star Jessie Mueller. A celebrated performer with a voice and presence that have captivated audiences on Broadway and beyond\, Jessie Mueller earned the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her iconic performance as Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. She has also starred in acclaimed productions of Waitress\, Carousel\, Into the Woods\, and On a Clear Day You Can See Forever\, earning a reputation as one of Broadway’s most versatile and luminous leading ladies. \nAudiences at the Prairie Center will be treated to an intimate evening of music and stories\, as Mueller performs beloved Broadway classics\, selections from her celebrated roles\, and personal favorites that showcase her remarkable artistry.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/an-evening-with-broadway-star-jessie-mueller/
LOCATION:Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts\, 201 Schaumburg Court\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60193\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music,panel-conversation
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SUMMARY:safronia\, by avery young
DESCRIPTION:For two performances only\, Lyric presents a world premiere musical work from Chicago’s first-ever poet laureate\, the celebrated interdisciplinary artist avery r. young. \nTriumph and tragedy converge in this universal yet personal story of the Great Migration. This Afro-surrealist tale is told through the eyes of the Booker family\, who return from the northern U.S. to their Southern hometown after five years of banishment to bury their patriarch. \nFirst conceived following young’s groundbreaking collaboration with Lyric around Twilight: Gods in 2021\, safronia marries folklore\, poetry\, and history\, with music inspired by gospel\, blues\, funk\, and soul. This visually immersive\, concert-style performance continues Lyric’s commitment to presenting art that reflects our city and our stories. \n\n\nLanguage: Sung in English with projected English titles\nRunning Time: 2 hours\, 20 minutes including 1 intermission\nLocation: Lyric Opera House\nComposer and Librettist: avery r. young\nDirector: Timothy Douglas
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/safronia-by-avery-young-2/
LOCATION:Lyric Opera House\, 20 N. Wacker Drive\, Chicago\, 60606
CATEGORIES:concert-music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T190000
DTSTAMP:20260510T102345
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SUMMARY:Artemis Singers - Choral Couch-a-Thon
DESCRIPTION:Are you a fan of Artemis Singers\, Chicago’s Lesbian Feminist Chorus? You can join them for a short\, simple\, stay-at-home fundraiser April 19 at 6:00 pm CDT to benefit the chorus as they prepare for an exciting large-scale vocal arts conference and performance this summer. \nWhat happens in the Couch-a-Thon?\nIt’s a livestream performance with participation! You can decide how active or reclusive you want to be. On Zoom\, members of the chorus will perform some tunes\, play games\, and engage in hijinks (who’s got the cutest pet? most imaginative beverage?). You can buy a ticket here to take part in the Zoomcast and compete for fan prizes. Or\, you can choose to watch the 1-hour fundraiser livestream on YouTube or Facebook for free (and optionally chip in a few bucks). \nWhat’s the context?\nArtemis is playing host this July to the 2026 Sister Singers Network Choral Festival. This every-four-years event brings together feminist choruses from across the US and beyond for performances\, workshops\, and joyous collaboration. The 3-day festival will feature individual performances by more than 20 choruses\, culminating in two 400-voice mass choruses on stage. \nArtemis is offsetting the costs for this exciting undertaking through registration fees\, grants\, sponsorships\, donations\, and a few fundraising events. The Choral Couch-a-Thon is one of these fundraising events\, and you are invited to take part! \nArtemis Singers is a 501(c)3 Not for Profit organization.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/artemis-singers-choral-couch-a-thon/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,concert-music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T190000
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SUMMARY:Vanishing Point: Intersecting Planes
DESCRIPTION:Join Vanishing Point Ensemble at Dorothy for an evening of contemporary chamber works! This is the second concert series of our inaugural season\, and the program\, ‘Intersecting Planes’\, features works whose composers interweave contrasting musical traditions and fragmentation. Influences include Renaissance chorale and Gregorian chant\, Celtic fiddle tunes\, Georgian and Japanese folk song\, heavy metal\, American and Appalachian traditions\, and Mozart. \nWorks by Kevin Lau\, Gabriela Ortiz\, Paul Wiancko\, Gabriella Smith\, and Reena Esmail. Program will be approximately 1 hour\, no intermission. \nPerformers:\nCarmen Abelson\, Dylan Feldpausch\, violins\nRebecca Miller\, viola\nJ Holzen\, cello \nDoors at 6pm and the performance will begin at 7pm. Dorothy remains open after the event until 11pm. \nRSVPs are free. A $12 cover will be charged at the door.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/vanishing-point-intersecting-planes/
LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T150000
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SUMMARY:Chicago Jazz Philharmonics Celebrates International Jazz Day with Sketches of Spain: Revisited Concert & Conversation
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of International Jazz Day\, the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic (CJP) proudly presents Sketches of Spain: Revisited\, an innovative orchestral tribute to the legendary 1960 collaboration between Miles Davis and Gil Evans. This captivating performance will guide audiences through rich cultural textures and musical storytelling\, blending jazz\, classical\, and world music influences in a fresh and evocative interpretation. \nThe performance will take place at the Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts (915 E. 60th Street\, Chicago) on Monday\, April 27\, 2026 from 1 PM to 3:30 PM. \nThe Sketches of Spain: Revisited Schedule: \n1:00 PM: Sketches of Spain: Revisited\n2:15 PM: Sketches of Miles: The Conversation Continues — A panel discussion unpacking Miles Davis’s life\, legacy\, and the significance of Sketches of Spain. \nPanelists include: \n• Orbert Davis\, Emmy Award-winning trumpeter and composer;\n• Mark Ruffin\, award-winning journalist and Sirius XM Real Jazz program director; and\,\n• Vince Wilburn\, drummer\, bandleader of M.E.B.\, Miles Davis’s nephew\, and co-manager of the Miles Davis Estate \nThe conversation will be moderated by Karen Chilton\, the 2026 Library of Congress Jazz Scholar and critically acclaimed author\, Hazel Scott: The Pioneering Journey of a Jazz Pianist from Café Society to Hollywood to HUAC. This august panel of native Chicagoans features those whose work in jazz continues to impact the global music landscape. \nOrbert Davis’s journey with the iconic Sketches of Spain began in the 1990s when\, as a trumpeter with Bill Russo’s Chicago Jazz Ensemble\, he performed the challenging solo trumpet part originally played by Miles Davis. Rather than attempting to replicate Davis’s performance\, Orbert Davis embraced the spirit of improvisation and soulful expression that defined Miles’s playing. Over the years\, Orbert Davis’s interpretation has evolved\, incorporating Moorish influences\, infectious jazz grooves\, and Spanish cultural elements\, creating a vibrant and dynamic reimagining that continues to resonate with audiences today. \nFor tickets and more information\, visit www.chijazzphil.org.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-jazz-philharmonics-celebrates-international-jazz-day-with-sketches-of-spain-revisited-concert-conversation/
LOCATION:Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts\, 915 E. 60th Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music
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SUMMARY:Barbra & Judy: Together Again
DESCRIPTION:Starring STEVEN BRINBERG & ANGELA INGERSOLL\nThe world’s premier Barbra Streisand impressionist and foremost Judy Garland interpreter unite for a one-night only concert to benefit Season of Concern. \nAward-winner Steven Brinberg tours worldwide with his acclaimed show Simply Barbara\, including appearances on Broadway\, London’s West End\, Australia\, Puerto Vallarta\, and Hong Kong. \nAward-winner Angela Ingersoll received national acclaim starring as Judy Garland onstage in End of the Rainbow\, and an Emmy Award nomination for Get Happy: Angela Ingersoll Sings Judy Garland on PBS. \nTogether\, these two blazing stars combine their uncanny acts for an unforgettable concert that’s hilarious\, heartfelt\, and bursting with pride. Featuring a stellar live band\, iconic songs include “Over The Rainbow\,” “People\,” “The Trolley Song\,” “Don’t Rain On My Parade\,” “The Man That Got Away\,” “Evergreen\,” and “Happy Days Are Here Again / Get Happy.” Presented with Season of Concern Chicago by Artists Lounge Live.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/barbra-judy-together-again/
LOCATION:Fine Arts Building Chicago\, 401 S. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music
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