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Best Shows in March 2025

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical

Tracing the career of Carole King, and endorsed by the beloved Grammy winner herself, Beautiful was the feel-good Broadway hit of 2014, scoring two Tony Awards. Described by The New York Times as "A complex, revitalizing portrait of the real, conflicted person within the reluctant star", enjoy this new staging from Drury Lane Theatre, here to inspire from January 2025.

Ballet Folklorico de Mexico: De Amalia Hernandez at Auditorium Theatre

Ballet Folklorico de Mexico: De Amalia Hernandez

Seen by millions of dance fans worldwide, Ballet Folklorico de Mexico has traveled to more than 60 countries and regularly garners rave reviews with every new show they produce. The oldest celebrated dance company in Mexico, Ballet Folklorico was founded in 1952 by Amalia Hernandez, as her own personal ambition to rescue the 60+ dancing traditions of Mexico. They have created more than 40 productions since then, each highlighting the historical and cultural importance of Mexico's different regions.

Sunny Afternoon at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Sunny Afternoon

The hit musical heads this side of the pond for its North America debut, giving Chicago theatregoers the first chance to discover the story of The Kinks - sprinkled with a little Olivier-winning musical stardust of course! Written by Joe Penhall with music and lyrics provided by the Kinks' Ray Davies, Sunny Afternoon was a hit in London in 2014, where the production scooped up four 2015 Oliver Awards, including Best New Musical.

A Midsummer Night's Dream at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

A Midsummer Night's Dream

This season, don't miss the Bard's wondrous supernatural rom-com as the magic comes to you in this local production. A delightful and dizzying tale that still enraptures audiences after 400 years, prepare to enter a realm where a tiff between fairy royalty gets very, very out of hand, affecting supernatural folk and mortals alike!

Joffrey Ballet - Golden Hour at Civic Opera House

Joffrey Ballet - Golden Hour

Joffrey Ballet presents four warm, glowing pieces, including two world premieres and two favorites for which this company is the perfect vessel. Australian Dani Rowe's Princess and the Pea is a brand new balletic adaptation of the much-loved fairy tale. Cathy Marston's Heimat is a glorious interpretation of Wagner's symphonic poem Siegfried Idyll.

Mar 1 - 2, 2025

Civic Opera House

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Lyric Opera - The Listeners at Civic Opera House

Lyric Opera - The Listeners

The Lyric Opera plays host to Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek's story of how a simple ringing in the ears can turn a group of people into a terrifying cult. When Claire begins hearing a maddening low-frequency droning sound that never stops, she enlists the help of a group of people who have formed to try and stop the noise that has been permeating her life. Unbeknownst to her, though, the groups actions may lead to catastrophe...

Lyric Opera - La Boheme at Civic Opera House

Lyric Opera - La Boheme

Witness the passion and heartbreak of Puccini's renowned tragic opera, La Boheme, as it comes to life in a wonderful rendition by Lyric Opera! Featuring the fantastic vocal talents of Ailyn Perez, Gabriella Reyes, Will Liverman and debutant Pene Pati, the evocative masterpiece is a classic, weaving Puccini's magnificent music to the rollercoaster of the human experience from love to loss, euphoria to sorrow.

Mar 15 - 31, 2025

Civic Opera House

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Matt Mathews at The Chicago Theatre

Matt Mathews

You may know him from his hilarious farm chore videos on Tik Tok or his series 'Confessions with Matt', but here's your chance to see him live and in person as Matt Mathews steps off the farm and onto the stage on his new tour! Join Matt for a brand new show where he'll be sharing his relatable humor, finding the laughs in his personal stories, including growing up Gay in the South and his renowned career as a boudoir photographer.

Martin Lawrence at Credit Union 1 Arena

Martin Lawrence

Martin Lawrence, the original Bad Boy of comedy, is gearing up for the release of his long-awaited sequel 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' with Will Smith, set for general release in summer 2024. But the actor/comedian/singer isn't resting on his laurels until that happy day, as he's hitting the road this year for the 'Y'all Know What It Is! Tour,' his first tour in 8 years. Outspoken on subjects such as relationships, family, and vocal opposition to police brutality, Lawrence's raw style shows no sign of mellowing as we head into the new year. Be warned - this comic takes no prisoners at his shows!

Marc Maron at North Shore Center

Marc Maron

The veteran stand-up comic, podcast trailblazer and star of his own eponymous tv show returns to his first love, performing stand up on the huge US home circuit. His WTF podcast has set the standard for every other interview show out there, his signature blend of honesty, insecurity, and resentment and completely candid style always bringing the best out of his guests.

One Night of Queen at Vibrant Arena

One Night of Queen

The music of Queen comes alive in One Night of Queen performed by Gary Mullen & The Works. The performance recreates and pays tribute to the greatest live band of all time, Queen, and their hit songs like "We Are The Champions", "I Want To Break Free" and the unsurpassed rock legend, "Bohemian Rhapsody".

Mar 22, 2025

Vibrant Arena

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Dream Theater at The Chicago Theatre

Dream Theater

Never a band to skimp on ambition, Dream Theater has announced their massive North American tour in celebration of their 40th anniversary. As always with this exceptional prog-rock band, these shows will be spectacular fusions of music, lighting, and stage design. Expect deep cuts, classic hits, fan favorites and brand newer anthems!

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