ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT RECOMMENDATIONS Compiled by Emma Slings
The Power of Dance!
Kyiv City Ballet Opening the Auditorium Theatre’s (50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive) fall season is Kyiv City Ballet with its first-ever Chicago performance. Dancing as the “voice of resistance amidst a greater struggle,” the Kyiv City Ballet presents dazzling excerpts from Swan Lake featuring two of the top prima ballerinas of Ukraine: Krystina Kadashevych and Oksana Bondarenko. On September 24 and 25, support those “who are risking it all to bring culture to their communities” as you enjoy the expertise of these classically trained dancers. “As we welcome back audiences to our landmark stage, the Auditorium Theatre is especially proud of this season’s Global Dance offerings… We hope to attract not only dance lovers but all who stand behind Ukraine to show support for these brave artists,” said Auditorium Theatre CEO Rich Regan. Tickets for The Kyiv City Ballet range from $40-$94 at auditoriumtheatre.org. Get 15-25% off your purchase with a create-your-own-series subscription! The Auditorium Theatre is a not-for-profit organization “committed to presenting the finest in international, cultural, community and educational programming to all of Chicago.” Future performances include American Ballet Theatre, Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater, Trinity Irish Dance Company and much more.
Let's Talk Books!
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Unique Subscription Bookclub Do you love reading but can’t commit to a book club? Are you looking for something a little extra? Workshop leader Alice Moody and bookseller Ann Walters have created a unique literary subscription series to fill those needs! Talk books with these two ladies at The Book Stall (811 Elm St. in Winnetka) on Wednesday, August 3 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Learn more about this book series, the “surprise” books, the “Siskel & Ebert” style talks and the “carefully curated selection of titles.” There will also be a raffle for a 6-month subscription (3 books and 3 talks)! Bookworms do not want to miss this free event. Visit thebookstall.com for more information.
Splashdown!
Chicago Ducky Derby Watch as over 70,000 rubber ducks splash into the Chicago River in support of Special Olympics Illinois on August 4! But first, attend the Family Festival at 401 N. Michigan Ave. for free activities and live music. At 1 p.m., the ducks will splash down at Columbus Bridge and race down the river. Watch along the Chicago River near Columbus Drive Bridge, with live entertainment at The Northman (233 E. Riverwalk) or listen via FOX32. For more information or to adopt a duck for $5, go to soill.org – your duck might be the lucky winner of a 2022 Chevy Equinox, cash, or more!
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Museum Quality Artifacts!
The Jim Irsay Collection Owner and CEO of the NFL’s Indianapolis Colts, Jim Irsay, is bringing items from The Jim Irsay Collection, “a renowned assemblage of iconic artifacts from rock music, American history and pop culture,” to Chicago. It's “one of the most comprehensive overviews of American culture in the world,” said Mike Mills, bassist and founding member of alternative rock band R.E.M. Head to the Aon Grand Ballroom at Navy Pier (600 E. Grand Ave.) on Tuesday, August 2, from 7 - 10 p.m. In addition to the grand display, attendees will enjoy a performance by The Jim Irsay Band! This event is free, but capacity is limited, so tickets are required. Get yours at eventbrite.com. For a sneak peak, visit jimirsaycollection.com.
