October 16-22 has been proclaimed America’s Safe Schools Week, which was established in 1984 by the National School Safety Center. The purpose of this week is to motivate education and law enforcement policymakers, as well as students, parents, and community residents, to vigorously advocate school safety.
**** Highly Recommended **** "Beyond Borders", a mixed-repertory program from the Joffrey Ballet, is an extraordinary demonstration of all that makes the Joffrey such a leader in contemporary ballet. The evening’s repertoire featured an exhilarating new contemporary masterpiece by Chanel DaSilva as well as the return of favorites by Liam Scarlett and Joffrey co-founder, Gerald Arpino. The Joffrey’s incredibly talented dancers execute the most complicated choreography with flawless technique and timing – and they make it look easy! 4 BIG Spotlights
**** Highly Recommended **** "Tiger Style!" is an absolute comedy treat – and a very good play! It’s laugh-out-loud funny story about a pair of 30-something whiney siblings who blame their parents for turning them into unhappy over-achievers. The fact that they’re Chinese adds an interesting dimension to the story. I loved this show/ I think you will too. 4 Spotlights
**** Highly Recommended **** A couple of Sundays ago, my friend Helen Garrison and I went to The Second City’s Improv Brunch. The show was completely interactive, with skits based on concepts provided by the audience. Delish food and improv – we had a blast! 4 Spotlights
The Gary Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Project Outreach and Prevention (POP), Positive Approach to Teen Health (PATH), and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) will in honor of National Safe Schools Week host a Gun Safety Rally including an All-Star basketball game Saturday, October 22nd from 12:00 - 4:00 pm. with Project Swish from Chicago.
***** Highly Recommended ***** My first question when I I heard Chicago Shakespeare was turning "The Notebook" into a musical, was, why? After all, Nicholas Sparks’ best-selling novel (which I read more than once) had already been made into an iconic movie (which I’ve seen and didn't love). What a dumb question! Ingrid Michaelson’s melodic, emotional score fits the story perfectly. I thought Bekah Brunstetter’s adaptation was better than the movie! The production is superb, the voices divine! Be sure to bring your tissues, you’ll need them! 4 BIG Spotlights
Peabody | A Musical Comedy for Intrepid Young Scientists! | October 29th - November 20th | Greenhouse Theater Center | 2257 N. Lincoln, Chicago
Peabody | A Musical Comedy for Intrepid Young Scientists! | October 29th - November 20th | Greenhouse Theater Center | 2257 N. Lincoln, Chicago
Families considering a Bishop Noll Institute education for their children are invited to several upcoming events for prospective Warriors. Bishop Noll, a Catholic high school serving the youth of Northwest Indiana and the Chicagoland area, participates in the national Project Lead the Way’s STEM program.
Producing Artistic Director Corey Bradberry to direct workshop production of Ian Ornstein’s A VIRGIN DEATH October 20th-23rd | Five-character drama about grief to be performed at Athenaeum Theatre
