ARTS & (HOME) ENTERTAINMENT RECOMMENDATIONS Since being stuck inside, which shows have you been watching? Which movies? Have you read any good books lately? Any new music releases have you dancing in your living room? StreetWise vendors, readers and staff are sharing what is occupying their attention during this unprecedented time. To be featured in a future edition, send your recommendations of things you do at home and why you love them to Creative Director / Publisher Dave Hamilton at dhamilton@streetwise.org
Spanish Opera!
‘Florencia en el Amazonas’ “Florencia en el Amazonas” is Lyric Opera of Chicago's first Spanish-language opera. Performances are intermittent through November 28 at 20 N. Wacker Drive. This opera dives into the magical realm of the Amazon. It is about a journey taken by Florencia Grimaldi, a famous opera singer, on her way to perform at the opera house of Manaus, Brazil. She is traveling by boat when suddenly she is consumed with thoughts of her lover. Grimaldi, and her crewmates' experience life-changing experiences. Written by Daniel Catán, one of Mexico’s most famous opera composers, “Florencia en el Amazonas” is an unforgettable performance about magic and romance. Tickets start at $39 at lyricopera.org.
Party & Support!
(HOME) ENTERTAINMENT
Pure Imagination Fundraiser Taste for the Homeless is hosting its annual Pure Imagination Fundraiser on November 20 from 8 p.m.-1 a.m. at the Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Drive, Tinley Park. Taste for the Homeless was founded by Michael Airhart (pictured) who has dedicated his time to providing food, clothes, and shelter for people experiencing homelessness. The Pure Imagination Fundraiser helps raise money for Taste for the Homeless, which uplifts those living on the streets or shelters by providing hot food, clothing, hygiene items and social services. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased on eventbrite.com.
A Call to Action!
‘Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer ‘ The Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St., presents "Fannie" through November 21 at 2 p.m. "Fannie" follows the life of Fannie Lou Hamer, a civil rights activist. Hamer advocated for Black women’s rights, voters’ rights, and an end to segregation in the South. The musical is sung and performed by Chicago’s E. Faye Butler, and was created as a call to action. It shows the humor, bravery, and activism of who Fannie Lou Hamer. The performance is about an hour with no intermission. Tickets start at $20 and can be purchased on goodmantheatre.org.
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A Chicago Tradition!
Tree Lighting Ceremony The Millennium Park treelighting will be at 6 p.m. November 19 near the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Washington St. This is the 108th annual event! The in-person event will feature Mariachi Herencia de Mexico, an excerpt from Chicago Opera Theater's "Becoming Santa Claus," the Kenwood School of Ballet and special guests Dreezy and Sister Claus. The viewing space is expanded with areas across the park and a main stage on the Great Lawn. After the treelighting, there will be fireworks and a special concert from 6:35 to 7:45 p.m. headlined by singer-songwriter Brian McKnight. Face masks are encouraged. This year's 51-foot tree was donated by the Benavides Family of Logan Square. Free to the public.
