WBEZ Presents Mortified Chicago

Comedy

September 23 7:00 pm

Witness personal redemption through public humiliation in a refreshing show that is equal parts comedic, cathartic and voyeuristic. Presented by WBEZ at the Studebaker Theater on September 23rd, Mortified stars everyday people reading aloud their most embarrassing and private teenage diary entries, poems, love letters, lyrics and locker notes… in front of total strangers.

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Personality The Lloyd Price Musical

Musical

June 2, 2023 – July 30, 2023

“ONE OF THE TOP SHOWS TO SEE THIS SUMMER!” – Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, New City Magazine You might not know his name, but you know his music! Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical is a thrilling new musical that tells the story of Lloyd Price's revolutionary musical career.

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Whose Live Anyway? At the Studebaker Theater

Comedy

May 12 – 14

Prepare to laugh until you cry when four of the world’s most masterful improv artists take you on the high wire act of comedic acrobatics. The rapid-fire wit and non-stop jokes will have your sides splitting and begging for mercy…and also begging for more.

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Vibrant Variations Children and Families Edition

Dance

April 29 2:00 pm

Join Chicago Repertory Ballet as they take the stage with an evening of new dance works by Founding Artistic Director Wade Schaaf. See world premiere contemporary ballet works by Schaaf whose choreography is known for its emotional sensitivity, musicality and choreographic innovation. Perfect for first timers and dance lovers alike, this is a theatrical experience not to be missed!

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Chicago Repertory Ballet Presents Vibrant Variations

Dance

April 27 – 30

Join Chicago Repertory Ballet as they take the stage with an evening of new dance works by Founding Artistic Director Wade Schaaf. See world premiere contemporary ballet works by Schaaf whose choreography is known for its emotional sensitivity, musicality and choreographic innovation. Perfect for first timers and dance lovers alike, this is a theatrical experience not to be missed!

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Seven Thirty Theatre Presents The Bodyguard The Musical

Musical

April 22 – 23

Whitney Houston’s music ignites this breathtaking Broadway romantic thriller based on the 1992 Warner Brothers movie. This show features a cascade of irresistible Whitney Houston classics, including: “Queen of the Night” “So Emotional” “One Moment in Time” “Saving All My Love” “Run to You” “I Have Nothing” “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” and one of the biggest-selling songs of all time: “I Will Always Love You.”

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Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival

Puppetry

January 18 - 29, 2023

In collaboration with the Fine Arts Building, the Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival presents its brand new Pop Up Puppet Hub on the 4th floor! Bursting with site-specific activities, it’s the perfect place to relax between shows, meet up with friends, and make some new ones! For all Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival inquiries, contact the Festival Box Office at (312) 753-3234.

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Chicago Jazz Orchestra Presents Musical Tribute to “A Charlie Brown Christmas”

Concerts

December 4 4:30 pm

Join the Chicago Jazz Orchestra for A Musical Tribute to "A Charlie Brown Christmas," featuring the music of Vince Guaraldi with 17-year-old piano prodigy Brandon Goldberg and his trio along with youth voices of the Timeless Gifts Performance Company, Joan Collaso, director. The program will also include a performance of the legendary Duke Ellington/Billy Strayhorn Jazz Nutcracker.

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Andy Borowitz The Profiles in Ignorance Tour

Comedy

November 7 7:00 pm

Why have American politics deteriorated intellectually over the last 50 years? How has mass media encouraged the election of ignorant leaders? And how can we change course? With his signature wit and insight, award-winning comedian and New Yorker magazine satirist Andy Borowitz dives into these questions and more, as he brings his instant New York Times/Washington Post/Wall Street Journal bestseller, Profiles in Ignorance: How America’s Politicians Got Dumb and Dumber to the Studebaker Theater on Election Eve, November 7 at 7pm.

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Not Quite Yet An Album Release Concert

Concerts

November 4 8:00 pm

To celebrate the release of acclaimed vocalist Paul Marinaro's long-awaited album Not Quite Yet, Paul will be performing the album in its entirety backed by a 12-piece band of Chicago's finest musicians. Featuring brilliant arrangements by guitarist Mike Allemana, Not Quite Yet is the singer's very personal exploration of life and love, pondering 'what's next' after the global pandemic.

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Code Switch Supported by Russell's Reserve Bourbon

November 2 7:30 pm

It’s your favorite podcast about race, identity, and culture—live on stage! Join Code Switch veteran Gene Demby and welcome new host B.A. Parker for a dope evening of entertainment, humor, and fearless conversations about race. And about the city of Chicago, of course.

From poetry, to music, to our signature “Ask Code Switch” segment, our variety show will explore the theme: Home. We invite you to be part of the story (and how it’s made), live for the first time since the before pandemic times.

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Studio Pastorale Presents Night Music

Concerts

September 8

Join us for an intimate musical experience in the beautiful and historic Venetian Courtyard of the Fine Arts Building, and be a part of a truly special cabaret style show with some of Chicago’s greatest talents.

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Skates

Starring American Idol favorites Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young

Musical

May 28, 2022 – June 26, 2022

Rock star Jacqueline Miller is headlining her first national tour, has a hit record, and she's agreed to kick off the gala re-opening of her beloved childhood roller rink, Windy City Skates. When complications hit her head-on, she takes a retrospective journey back to 1977 and finds herself again when she meets up with her 12-year-old self and all of the people who have made her who she is. SKATES explores the magic and hope of finding your one true love while still being true to yourself.

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Rent a Space

Find your artistic home at the Fine Arts Building.

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Fine Arts Building's 125th anniversary celebration!

Fine Arts Building's 125th anniversary celebration!

Celebrate 125 years of Chicago's landmark artists haven, featuring 10 floors of open artist studios and a special performance in the iconic Studebaker Theater.

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Explore the Fine Arts Building's history with two brand new free exhibits on the 5th floor!

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Tour the Fine Arts Building and engage with participating tenants to discover fine art, books, musical instruments, classes and more.

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