Shows To See In Chicago In August
Kevin, July 23rd, 2024Lollapalooza, perfect temperatures, and brilliant shows to see
August in Chicago is as enticing as a slice of deep-dish pizza, and nowhere else puts on a better show than the most popular US state of Illinois. The parks and lakefront are alive with activity, the restaurants and bars are spilling out onto patios, and the red seats await!
Idina Menzel
Aug 9, 2024, The Chicago Theatre
Since appearing in the original production of Rent in 1996, Idina Menzel's career has gone from strength to strength.
From originating the role of Elphaba in Wicked to singing 'Let It Go' from Frozen, she's now undoubtedly one of the biggest names in the business.
Back To The Future - The Musical
Aug 13 - Sep 1, 2024, Cadillac Palace Theater
Great Scott! Back To The Future is on tour and coming to YOU!
The hit 80's franchise is the latest movie sensation to receive a Broadway musical adaptation. The production follows Marty McFly and kooky scientist Doc Brown as they travel through space and time, finding themselves in a series of mishaps. Will these two-time travelers ever find their way back home?
Alice By Heart
Until Sep 29, 2024, Chopin Theatre
Alice By Heart is a poignant story of love, loss, and courage from the Grammy and Tony-winning duo behind Spring Awakening.
Inspired by the tales of Alice in Wonderland, the musical is co-written by Waitress's Jessie Nelson and retells Alice's journey down the rabbit hole against the tumult of the London Blitz of WW2. A world premiere engagement, don't miss it at the Chopin Theatre this summer.
The Lord Of The Rings
Until Sep 1, 2024, Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Journey to Middle Earth with creator and director Paul Hart as the cast takes you on the epic quest from the Shire to the perilous Mount Doom.
After a hugely successful run across the pond, the hit musical The Lord of the Rings is coming to Chicago this summer. Join the Fellowship on their epic adventure, get your tickets now before they sell out!
Lindsey Stirling
Aug 23, 2024, Rosemont Theater
Electronic violist and dancer Lindsay Stirling returns this summer with another incredible tour!
Expect another exhilarating show from this ultimate entertainer as she takes to the road on the Duality Tour, in support of her upcoming record of the same name. With support from Canadian indie outfit Walk Off The Earth and Saint Motel, don't miss your chance to enjoy Lindsay back on stage where she belongs!
Hootie And The Blowfish
Aug 9 - 10, 2024, Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
Hootie and the Blowfish were a quintessential component of the 90s rock scene.
If you're still reeling from their break-up, you'll be very excited to hear that they are back together, ready to head on an extensive tour in 2024! Will you be one of the lucky ones to see Hootie and the Blowfish live in concert once more?
Ateez
Aug 10 - 12, 2024, Allstate Arena
Coming off the high from their performance at Coachella, the South Korean eight-piece Ateez is heading on a brand new tour!
After stepping into the spotlight with a YouTube series that showed each member training to be part of the group in Los Angeles, they've released a number of albums and have earned 25 awards so far. This year sees Ateez hitting the road on the [TOWARDS THE LIGHT: WILL TO POWER] 2024 tour. Make sure you don't miss Ateez's comeback when they bring their world tour to you!
The Script
Aug 23, 2024, House Of Blues
It's been a rags-to-riches glory ride, an emotional rollercoaster, an all-action, all-star blockbuster.
Three young Dubliners took on the world in 2008 with music fashioned from the emotional detritus of their own hard lives, elevated by a love of pop, rock, hip-hop, and soul. 2024 saw the band release the single 'Both Ways,' their first single since Sheehan's passing in 2023. Now, with their seventh album 'Satellites' on its way, catch the boys live in 2024 as they head out on an extensive new tour!
Carousel
Aug 8 - 19, 2024, North Shore Center
Carousel is one of Rodgers and Hammerstein's most enduring works.
Telling the story of the fateful romance between carousel barker Billy Bigelow and millworker Julie Jordan, it is rife with some of the pair's most evocative songs, including 'If I Loved You' and the anthemic 'You'll Never Walk Alone'.
