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Black History Month Concert Series: See February 10 - 12
FEBRUARY 10
Food is Family History When: 6 - 7:30 p.m. Where: Harold Washington Library, 400 S. State St. What: Chef Lamar Moore, Constance Simms-Kincaid, and Robert Kincaid (owners of 5 Loaves Eatery), as well as Batter & Berries executive chef Ken Polk, discuss the art of preserving family history, traditions and memories through cooking. More information at chipublib. org. FREE.
FEBRUARY 10 - 12
Black History Month Concert Series When: 11 a.m. Where: Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan Ave. What: 4,200 Chicago Children’s Choir singers from every ZIP code in the city will be performing together in an educational program honoring black culture. The series will feature the Choir’s world-renowned Voice of Chicago performance ensemble, along with thousands enrolled in the in-school program. More information at cchoir.org. FREE.
FEBRUARY 12
Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concert When: 12:15 p.m. Where: Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St. What: Thai-Chinese-American pianist Mayta Liu. More info at imfchicago.org. FREE.
The Latino Comedy Film Series Screenings When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St. What: The Cultural Center will be showing "Corizon de Leon (Heart of Lion)," a romantic comedy that celebrates inner beauty. A tall and beautiful woman named Ivanna falls in love with a man over the phone, only to find out that he is very short when she meets him in person. She soon learns that height is not a barrier when it comes to love. More information at latinoculturalcenter.org. FREE.
FEBRUARY 12 - 23
The Times Are Racing When: Wed - Fri 7:30 p.m.; Sat 2 & 7:30 p.m.; Sun 2 p.m. Where: Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive What: The Joffrey Ballet’s latest show is a mixed repertory program featuring choreography from four of the most influential artists working today. The show is named after a piece by Justin Peck, which channels the power of protest and the process for creating change. Another piece will feature music by Grammy Award-winner Tom Waits. Both of these pieces will be making their Chicago premiere. Tickets start at $35 on Joffrey.org.
FEB 13 - MARCH 14
Titus Andronicus When: Thurs - Sat 7:30 p.m.; Sun 3 p.m. (March 14 at 3 p.m.) Where: The Den Theatre,
1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. What: Haven Theatre Company is putting on Shakespeare’s revenge-tragedy, promising a thrilling and bloody marathon. The show is about a Roman general who captures a queen and brings her back to his kingdom, but then she plots many terrible things including the murder of his children. Director Ian Damont Martin centers this production on the voices of marginalized people too often excluded from classical theater performance. It explores the impact of vengeance across the intersections of family, power and race. $35 at havenchi.org.
FEBRUARY 14
Champagne and Sparkling Wine Fest When: 7 - 11 p.m. Where: I|O Godfrey Rooftop, 127 W. Huron St. What: The panoramic skyline views, fire pits, and shimmering water elements make this the perfect location to enjoy an evening of sipping champagne and sparkling wine. More info at chicagochampagnefest.weebly. com. Tickets start at $59. Love and R&B Tour When: 8 p.m. Where: The Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St. What: This concert features Tank, Eric Benét, Kelly Price, After 7 and Troop. The lineup is subject to change. Tickets start at $60 on msg.com.
'Mortified' When: 8 p.m. Where: Sleeping Village, 3734 W. Belmont Ave. What: Featuring everyday people reading aloud their most embarrassing, pathetic and private notes in front of total strangers. Witness “personal redemption through public humiliation.” $20 at sleeping-village.com. My Funny Valentine When: 8 & 10 p.m. Where: Laugh Factory Chicago, 3175 N. Broadway What: Both shows will feature separate all-star comedian lineups. Comedians who have already been announced include Tim McLaughlin, Sarah Perry, and Daryll Schmitz. $30 at laughfactory.com.
FEBRUARY 14 - 15
Valentine’s Day Dance Party When: Fri 6:30 & 8:30 p.m.; Sat 4 & 6 p.m. Where: Duet Dance Studio, 2412 W. North Ave. What: Two different dance parties created for couples to celebrate the holiday together, one called “Dirty Dancing” and one “Tango for Lovers.” The first class will teach moves inspired by the movie and will include hors d'oeuvres. The second will teach the sensual movements and dramatic poses of tango. Sign up online at duetdancestudio.com. Each class is $90 per couple.