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SUMMARY:The Metal Shop Performance Lab & JunkHeart Present “Anatomy of a Suicide\,”  August 12 - 30
DESCRIPTION:Produced in partnership with JunkHeart\, The Metal Shop Performance Lab is proud to present Anatomy of a Suicide\, August 12 – 30\, at Redtwist Theatre\, 1044 W Bryn Mawr Ave\, Chicago\, written by Alice Birch and directed by Alex Mallory. \nAnatomy of a Suicide follows three generations of women; a mother\, a daughter and a granddaughter\, whose individual stories are being told simultaneously. For each\, the pain and chaos of the women who came before them force them to question whether they will be able to escape this deeply rooted legacy and instead make their own. Alice Birch’s Susan Smith Blackburn Prize-winning play is an intimate exploration of inter-generational trauma\, told across three interlinking narratives. \nThe regular performance schedule is Wednesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 – $35 and may be purchased starting June 1 by visiting TheMetalShop.org. \n(Image L to R): Tatiana Pavela\, Taigé Lauren and Isabel Lee Roden
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-metal-shop-performance-lab-junkheart-present-anatomy-of-a-suicide-august-12-30/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Redtwist Theater\, 1044 W Bryn Mawr Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T190000
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SUMMARY:Music Theater Works Presents the Beloved Classic “West Side Story\,” August 13 - 30
DESCRIPTION:Music Theater Works is proud to announce the cast and creative team for the second production of its 2026 season\, West Side Story\, in the George Van Dusen Theatre\, at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie\, 9501 Skokie Blvd.\, Skokie\, August 13 – 30. West Side Story has a book by Arthur Laurents\, with music by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Music Theater Works’ production is directed by Sasha Gerritson\, choreographed by Clayton Cross and Isa Ramirez and music directed by Linda Madonia. \nA timeless tale of love and rivalry\, West Side Story brings Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet to the streets of 1950s New York. Caught between the tensions of two warring gangs—the Jets and the Sharks—Tony and Maria find themselves drawn to each other despite the violence that surrounds them. Featuring iconic songs like “Tonight\,” “America” and “Somewhere\,” West Side Story remains one of the most powerful and enduring musicals of all time. \nAll performances include Spanish supertitles. The West Side Story performance schedule is Friday\, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m.\, Saturday\, Aug. 15 at 7:30 p.m.\, Sunday\, Aug. 16 at 2 p.m. (Post-show discussion)\, Wednesday\, Aug. 19 at 2 p.m.\, Friday\, Aug. 21 at 7:30 p.m. (ASL Interpreted performance)\, Saturday\, Aug. 22 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (Post-show discussion)\, Sunday\, Aug. 23 at 2 p.m.\, Wednesday\, Aug. 26 at 2 p.m.\, Friday\, Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m.\, Saturday\, Aug. 29 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday\, Aug. 30 at 2 p.m. Tickets are now on sale from $19.50 to $106 with tickets for guests 25 years old and younger available at half-price at MusicTheaterWorks.com or by calling the Music Theater Works box office at the North Shore Center\, 847.673.6300. Memberships for the 2026 season are also available at MusicTheaterWorks.com and group discounts for 10 or more people are available by contacting JRuffner@MusicTheaterWorks.org.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/music-theater-works-presents-the-beloved-classic-west-side-story-august-13-30/
LOCATION:North Shore Center\, 9501 Skokie Blvd\, Skokie\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T143000
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SUMMARY:Chicago Queer History Walking Tours: Sex and Rebellion
DESCRIPTION:This week is all about the ways Queer people use sex to rebel. Lauren Berlant and Michael Warner argue that society’s insistence on keeping sex private and personal perpetuates the idea that straight\, cishet lives are the norm. So this week we’re going to explore the ways that queer lives were made public in the past. Learn about Cruising in the 1870s\, Lesbian hangouts from prohibition that revolutionized Jazz\, and the first major protest against Anita Bryant\, along with other sexy sites of Queer joy from the past. \nWhen: Saturday\, August 15\, 1 pm\nStart: Bank of America Building Plaza (110 N Wacker Dr on the North Side)\nEnd: 2nd Story Bar (157 E Ohio St #2)\nDistance: apx 2 miles \nThe University of Illinois Chicago Gender and Sexuality Center presents a series of Chicago Queer History Walking Tours for Summer 2026. Tours are conducted by Daniel Williams\, a political science professor who’s been bringing the details of Chicago’s queer past to life on social media. Follow him on Instagram @Daniel.Edward.Williams\nAll walking tours are free\, with tips gratefully accepted\, but not expected.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-queer-history-walking-tours-sex-and-rebellion/
LOCATION:Bank of America Building Plaza\, 110 N Wacker Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,education,outdoor,sports-recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030755Z
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SUMMARY:Claire Lochmueller: CRACKS - A One-Trans-Woman Dark Comedy Memoir
DESCRIPTION:Through a hybrid of storytelling\, stand-up comedy and theatre\, this one-trans-woman dark comedy memoir by Claire Lochmueller details a journey from a childhood in the Catholic Church/JROTC military school to a career as a multi-award-winning trans theatre-maker. CRACKS navigates topics of gender identity\, substance abuse and finding joy in a story about how two lives\, through laughter and tears\, became one trans identity. \nCRACKS has toured fringe festivals across the US and in Canada.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/claire-lochmueller-cracks-a-one-trans-woman-dark-comedy-memoir/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Steppenwolf\, 1650 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Chicago House Music Festival & Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Chicago House Music Festival and Conference—the genre born in Chicago that has gone on to revolutionize dance music internationally. \nPlan Your Visit to the Chicago Cultural Center and Millennium Park. \nIf you need accessibility services for the conference\, such as ASL Interpretation\, please contact dcase@cityofchicago.org
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-house-music-festival-conference/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 201 E. Randolph St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj
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SUMMARY:Bambi Banks Presents: Clue University: A Drag Parody
DESCRIPTION:Bambi Banks returns to the LookOut Series with Clue University\, a slasher parody play that combines all the fun and whimsy of the game of Clue with the complicated world of a collegiate rush week. In this thrilling murder mystery\, six Sorority Sisters must unmask a killer living amongst them\, testing their bonds of sisterhood and bringing to light the question: is blood thicker than power? \nClue University takes place in a College Sorority house. Three new pledges enter rush week excited to start their new Greek life at Sigma Epsilon Chi. This comedic play is about the deep complexities of growing up as a young woman while a killer is on the loose. \nTHE TEAM \nDirector – Bambi Banks\nAssistant Director – Lezbian Minnelli\nStage Manager – Abhijeet\nWriter – Neutral Gena\nSet Designer – JforPay \nTHE CAST \nIvory – Bosstyn\nAmber – Annie Andrews\nAmethyst – Sundae\nCherry – Starr Banks\nJade – Lady Piphany\nCyan – Apsara Chan\nTiger – Diego\nRose – Tiny Miracle\nProfessor – Stephanie\nElectrician – Lezbian Minnelli \nSwing for Pledges – Ash Wednesday\nSwing for Twins – Miley Swallow
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/bambi-banks-presents-clue-university-a-drag-parody/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:Steppenwolf\, 1650 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:drag,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T120000
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SUMMARY:Camp BYOB
DESCRIPTION:A POC and Queer owned summer camp that’s 21+. It mixes a festival with a wellness retreat while centering the marginalized. It’s a safe space to heal your inner child through play. \nIt’s August 28-30. Linktr.ee/CampBYOB
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/camp-byob/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:camping-resort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T143000
DTSTAMP:20260429T042549Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Queer History Walking Tours: Dive Keepers on North Clark Get Warnings
DESCRIPTION:In 1948 the Chicago Tribune reported that Capt. John J. Walsh was cracking down on gay bars in the River North neighborhood. Walsh insisted that the bar owners remove any coverings on the windows of the bars so the cops could observe what was going on inside. This insistence of observation recalls what Michel Foucault called “panopticonism\,” a way that the state exerts control by ensuring that everyone knows they can be observed at any time. This walking tour covers the sites Walsh visited with his warnings and tells the stories of what happened before\, and after the crackdown. \nTime: Saturday August 29\, 1 pm\nStart: Chicago Water Tower (801 N Michigan Ave)\nEnd: 2nd Story Bar (157 E Ohio St #2)\nDistance: apx 2 miles \nThe University of Illinois Chicago Gender and Sexuality Center presents a series of Chicago Queer History Walking Tours for Summer 2026. Tours are conducted by Daniel Williams\, a political science professor who’s been bringing the details of Chicago’s queer past to life on social media. Follow him on Instagram @Daniel.Edward.Williams\nAll walking tours are free\, with tips gratefully accepted\, but not expected.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-queer-history-walking-tours-dive-keepers-on-north-clark-get-warnings/
LOCATION:Chicago Water Tower\, 801 N Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,outdoor,sports-recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T214500
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SUMMARY:Jefferey Cooke- "TV Theme Song Cabaret"
DESCRIPTION:Cabaret entertainer Jefferey Cooke returns to The Gateway Annex Lounge at The Copernicus Center with an all new show: “TV Theme Song Cabaret!”. \n“TV Theme Song Cabaret!” celebrates the many decades of songs that have introduced us to some of our all-time favorite TV characters. Whether your own journey began with themes from children’s/family programming\, situation comedies\, dramatic programming\, commercial jingles\, or songs that actually made it to the top of the radio charts… we all have our own personal favorites! And\, though most new programming doesn’t even have themes anymore\, their value is still bountiful in their ability to evoke memories that helped define moments in our lives. \nPlease join us for a great evening of some of your all-time favorite theme songs in a variety of different ways… as they were written\, hidden verses\, lampoon lyrics and instrumental themes that had lyrics but no one ever recorded them! Be prepared for audience participation and a special “sing-along” section that will rock the room! Come relive the soundtrack of your TV life—one theme song at a time!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/jefferey-cooke-tv-theme-song-cabaret/
LOCATION:Gateway Theater Annex @ The Copernicus Center\, 5216 W Lawrence Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:cabaret,concert-music-karaoke,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T180000
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SUMMARY:Printers Row Lit Fest
DESCRIPTION:Now in its 41st year\, the Printers Row Lit Fest is one of the nation’s largest and longest-running literary festivals. The Printers Row Lit Fest\, on Saturday\, September 12\, and Sunday\, September 13\, from 10am to 6pm\, at South Dearborn\, between Ida B. Wells and Polk Street features hundreds of best-selling and award winning writers from Chicago and across the U.S.\, booksellers\, storytellers\, and cultural programs. For readers of all ages. Admission is free. \nFor updated information visit www.PrintersRowLitFest.org. For tickets and info about the 2026 Harold Washington Literary Award dinner honoring singer\, author\, and cultural icon Patti Smith on Thursday\, September 10\, at the Union League Club of Chicago\, visit www.thenspb.org/our-events/harold-washington-literary-award-dinner/.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/printers-row-lit-fest/
LOCATION:637 South Dearborn\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,literary-poetry
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T002110Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts Returns\, September 19 - 20
DESCRIPTION:The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is proud to host and produce the 21st Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts\, along Broadway\, from Belmont Ave. to Hawthorne Place\, Sept. 19 – 20\, in the heart of Lakeview\, with 150 juried artists\, family attractions\, food\, music and more. \nLakeview East is a dynamic and diversified neighborhood community rich in culture\, history and the arts. The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce collaborates closely with its local residents and business owners and is pleased to offer its neighbors and the Chicagoland area one of the premier fine art outdoor festivals. Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce has presented one of the most unique and popular art festivals in Chicagoland and is so proud to celebrate 21 years of the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts. Every aspect\, from artists to musicians to vendors and everything in between\, is specifically selected by the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce to bring the best to the heart of Lakeview and to all who visit during the Festival. \nThe official hours for the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts are Saturday\, Sept. 19 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. with additional hours for live music\, food and drink tents until 10 p.m. and Sunday\, Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Lakeview East Festival of the Arts asks for a $5 donation upon entrance\, this fee goes to supporting additional Lakeview East events and offerings. Visit LakeviewEastFestivalOfTheArts.com for more information on artists\, bands and offerings. NOTE: The performance schedule for the two stages at the 2026 Lakeview East Festival of the Arts will be available at a later date.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/annual-lakeview-east-festival-of-the-arts-returns-september-19-20/
LOCATION:North Broadway\, North Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts-and-galleries,festival,outdoor
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260422T202037Z
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SUMMARY:Gerber/Hart 45th Anniversary Gala
DESCRIPTION:Gerber/Hart is thrilled to announce the date of our 45th Anniversary Gala! Please save the date for Thursday\, September 24\, 2026. More information will be coming in May! \nIf you are interested in sponsoring the Gala\, donating to our auction\, or joining the Gala Committee\, please email me at michaelrashid@gerberhart.org.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/gerber-hart-45th-anniversary-gala/
LOCATION:Rockwell on the River\, 3057 N. Rockwell ST.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,gala
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T000123Z
CREATED:20260523T000123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T000123Z
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SUMMARY:Together We Thrive: An Evening With GenderCool
DESCRIPTION:Join hundreds of transgender and nonbinary young people\, their families and allies to support them\, celebrate them and thrive together in community\, now more than ever. \nHear from GenderCool’s Champions (transgender young people who are thriving) while enjoying delicious food and an open bar. \nWhether you’re a community or family member\, corporate supporter or super ally\, attending this informal gala/award ceremony/networking event will bring you inspiration\, hope and a reason to smile.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/together-we-thrive-an-evening-with-gendercool/
LOCATION:TBA Chicago
CATEGORIES:activism,benefit-fundraiser,networking-mixer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T220000
DTSTAMP:20260524T191422Z
CREATED:20260524T191422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T191422Z
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SUMMARY:Metro East Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:**SAVE THE DATE**\nMetro East Pride Festival 2026\nLove Is Louder Than Fear
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/metro-east-pride-festival/
LOCATION:Belleville\, Belleville Public Square and East Main\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,pride
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