at the Improv Playhouse Theater, 735 N. Milwaukee, Libertyville. The theater will perform Bram Stoker’s classic novel as a staged radio drama, using the original 1938 Orson Welles script. Tickets are $12.50 in advance, $15 at the door; $7.50/$10 for seniors, students and military. Come in costume and save $2 (at the door only). Visit www.improvplayhouse.com or call (847) 968-4529 for tickets.
Vincentennial: A Halloween Tribute to Vincent Price’s 100th Birthday will be presented at 6 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan. The evening will feature the 1959 film “House on Haunted Hill,” starring Vincent Price, and a special guest presentation and meet & greet with Victoria Price, daughter of Vincent Price. Tickets are $10.50 in advance, $13 at the door; $6.50 in advance, $9 at the door for students, seniors and military personnel; free for children 12 and under. Seating is general admission. For tickets, call (800) 982-2787 or visit www.ticketmaster.com. For information, visit www.geneseetheatre.com.
“Poe in Octo,” a theatre trek staging a number of dramatic short works based on the writing of Edgar Allan Poe, will be presented by Citadel Theatre at 4:30 pm. Oct. 20-22 and 27-29 at Lake Forest Open Lands’ Mellody Farm Nature Preserve, 350 N. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest. The drama, suitable for all ages, unfolds at a series of outdoor performance stations. Participants should dress warmly, wear comfortable outdoor walking shoes, bring a blanket or portable chairs to sit on, and a flashlight to guide their way through the woods at twilight. Tickets are $15, $10 for members of Lake Forest Open Lands, and are available at www.citadeltheatre.org or by calling (847) 735-8554. In the event of inclement weather, the venue will be changed to Citadel Theatre at West Campus, 300 S. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest.
Dungeon of Doom haunted house, through Oct. 31 at the Warwick Building, 2701 Deborah Ave., Zion. Hours are 7-10 p.m. Thursday-Sunday and 7-10:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31. Not recommended for children under 13 years of age. $16-$40. Buy tickets online at http://dungeonofdoom.com.
Fathom Thriller Thursday will feature a screening of “Butterfinger the 13th,” a special horror featurette, followed by the docu-drama, “Jack the Ripper: The Definitive Story,” at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27 at Lincolnshire 20 plus IMAX, 300 Parkway Drive, Lincolnshire. Tickets are available at the theater box offices and online at www.FathomEvents.com.
“Fiddler on the Roof Jr.” will be presented by Christian Youth Theater Nov. 3-13 at the CA Arts Auditorium, 2500 Dowie Memorial Drive, Zion. Performances are at 9:30 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. Nov. 3 and 8; 7 p.m. Nov. 4 and 11; 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Nov. 5 and 12; and 2 p.m. Nov. 6 and 13. Tickets are $9-$12 in advance; $11-$14 at the door. Call (847) 516-2298 or visit www.cytchicago.org.
“The Long Awaited,” Oct. 21-Nov. 13 at Clockwise Theatre, 221 N. Genesee St., Waukegan. Bessie takes care of everyone, including her dying mother, her wayward son and her AWOL brother, in a gentle comedy about finding love in all the right places. Performances are at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays. $16.50. Call (847) 775-1500 or visit www.clockwisetheatre.org.
The Music Theatre Company, 1850 Green Bay Road, Highland Park, hosts a concert presentation of “The Last Five Years,” by Jason Robert Brown, at 7 p.m. Nov. 14-16 and Nov. 21-22 and 6 p.m. Nov. 20 . Tickets are $35, which includes a post-show champagne toast and cupcake reception. Visit www.themusictheatrecompany.org or call (847) 579-4900.
“Nunsense” will be presented by Liberty Town Productions at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 20-21 and 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 22 at Austin’s Fuel Room, 481 Peterson Road, Libertyville. Tickets: $18 online; $20 at the door; $15 for students and groups of 10 or more. Visit www.libertytownproductions.com.
“Wait Until Dark,” through Oct. 30 at Citadel Theatre, 300 S. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest. Curtain at 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 3 p.m. Sundays. General admission $37.50; $32.50 for students and seniors. Call (847) 735-8554 or visit www.citadeltheatre.org.
“White Christmas,” by Irving Berlin, through Jan. 1, 2012, at the Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. The performance schedule is 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Wednesdays; 8 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturdays; and 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $40-$48, plus tax and handling fees. Discounts available for students and senior citizens. Call (847) 634-0200 or visit www.marriotttheatre.com.
Bass/baritone Kenneth Rodgers in recital at 2 p.m. Oct. 23 at Shepherd of the Lakes Lutheran Church, 285 E. Washington St., Grayslake. Accompanied by pianist Gwendolyn Manter, Rodgers will sing spirituals, songs and arias. The program includes works of Handel, Purcell and Mendelssohn. A reception follows the concert. Free-will donation. RSVP at sacredspacemusicseries@shepherdofthelakes.org.
Chicago Master Singers, directed by Alan Heatherington, performs at Divine Word Chapel, 2001 Waukegan Road, Techny. For information, call (877) 825-5267 or visit www.chicagomastersingers.org. Ticket prices: preferred seating $48, general seating $38, side seating $28; discounts available for seniors and students. Prices for the three-concert season subscription run from $49 (students) to $130 (preferred seating). Nov. 4 , 7:30 p.m., and Nov. 6 , 7 p.m.: The program includes Mozart’s Coronation Mass and Dvorak’s “Stabat Mater.” Featuring the Arts Viva Symphony Orchestra and guest soloists.
Early Music at the Byron Colby Barn at Prairie Crossing, 1561 Jones Point Road, Grayslake. All concerts are at 4 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $15; series subscription of seven concerts is $84. To order tickets or for more information, call (847) 543-1202. Nov. 13 : Rachel Pine and her Viola of Love with Ars Antigua, directed by Jerry Fuller.
The Highland Park Strings, conducted by Francesco Milioto, presents concerts at various venues in Highland Park. Performances begin at 3 p.m., with preconcert lectures by Stephanie Ettelson at 2 p.m. Except for the annual benefit, admission is free. For information, visit www.hpstrings.org. Oct. 23: “Classic Gems and the Three Fiddles” at Highland Park High School, 433 Vine Ave., Highland Park. The program includes Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante; Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 6; and Haydn’s Symphony No. 59 (“Fire”).
“Lang Lang Live on Franz Liszt’s 200th Birthday,” featuring pianist Lang Lang with the Philadelphia Orchestra under the baton of Maestro Charles Dutoit, will be broadcast live at 7 p.m. Oct. 22 to local movie theaters including the Gurnee Cinemas 20, 6144 Grand Ave., Gurnee and Lincolnshire 20 plus IMAX, 300 Parkway Drive, Lincolnshire. A re-broadcast of the event is scheduled for 7 p.m. Oct. 24 . Tickets are available at theater box offices and online at www.FathomEvents.com.
The Met: Live in HD , the Metropolitan Opera’s series of live performance transmissions into movie theaters, including Gurnee Cinemas 20, 6144 Grand Ave., Gurnee; and Lincolnshire 20 plus IMAX, 300 Parkway Drive, Lincolnshire. Tickets are available at the theater box offices and online at www.FathomEvents.com. Oct. 29 , 11:55 a.m.: Mozart’s “Don Giovanni.” Nov. 5 , 11 a.m.: Wagner’s “Siegfried.” Nov. 19, 11:55 a.m.: Philip Glass’s “Satyagraha.” Dec. 3 , 11:30 a.m.: Handel’s “Rodelinda.” Dec. 10 , 11:55 a.m.: Gounod’s “Faust.” Jan. 21, 2012 , 11:55 a.m.: “The Enchanted Island,” a showcase of arias and ensembles by Handel, Vivaldi, Rameau and others. Feb. 11, 2012, 11 a.m.: Wagner’s “Gotterdammerung.” Feb. 25, 2012 , 11:55 a.m.: Verdi’s “Ernani.” April 7, 2012 , 11 a.m.: Massenet’s “Manon.” April 14, 2012, 11:55 a.m.: Verdi’s “La Traviata.”
Pilgrim Chamber Players perform at the Highland Park Community House, 1991 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. Tickets: $20; $16 senior citizens; $8 students. (847) 433-0972. www.pilgrimplayers.org. Oct. 30, 3 p.m.: “Fall Fantasy.” Program includes Shostakovich’s Sonata for Cello and Piano; Ravel’s Trio for Violin, Cello and Piano; and Grieg’s Sonata No. 3 for Violin and Piano.
Waukegan Symphony Orchestra , under the direction of Stephen Blackwelder, performs most concerts at 4 p.m. at the Trapp Auditorium of Waukegan High School’s West Campus, 2325 Brookside Ave. Admission is $15 (discounted for seniors, military and students) and free for those 18 and under. For information call (847) 360-4740 or visit www.waukegansymphony.org. Oct. 23 : A series of season-themed programs begins with “Autumnal Notes,” including Schubert’s Symphony No. 8 (“Unfinished”) and pieces by Vivaldi, Tchaikovsky and Glazunov, as well as the world premiere of “Caprio for oboe and strings” by Kim Diehnelt.
Austin’s Saloon & Eatery, 481 Peterson Road, Libertyville. (847) 549-1972. www.austinssaloon.com. Music at 9 p.m. unless noted otherwise. Oct. 22 , 9:45 p.m.: Dot Dot Dot and Drunken Skunk. Oct. 28: Your Villain My Hero. Oct. 29 : Modern Day Romeos. Nov. 5 : Rod Tuffcurls & the Bench Press. Nov. 18: Jump ‘n the Saddle Band and Skip Towne & the Greyhounds. College of Lake County,
James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. www.clcillinois.edu/tickets. (847) 543-2300. Oct. 23, 3 p.m.: In the Mood presents swing and jazz. $30-$38; $28-$36 seniors; $15 teens; $12 for children under 12.
Cubby Bear North, 21661 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lincolnshire. (847) 541-4700. www.cubbynorth.com. Shows are at 10 p.m., unless noted otherwise. Oct. 20 and 27, 4:30-7 p.m.: Mer Happy Hour, weather permitting, on the deck. No cover. Oct. 21, 10 p.m.: Rough Night Out, $5. Oct. 22 , 8 p.m.: A Big Blast Fundraiser featuring Lynne Jordan & the Shivers. $20 in advance; $25 at the door. Oct. 28 , 10 p.m.: Supernaut, $6. Oct. 29 , 10 p.m.: Cubby Bear North Halloween Bash, featuring Darmata and other bands. $5; $3 with costume. Nov. 13 , 9 p.m.: Grammy award winning singer, songwriter and rap artist Whitey Ford, also known as Everlast, performs in support of his “Songs of the Ungrateful Living Tour.” Redlight King opens. $15 in advance; $18 at the door. 21 and over show.
Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan. (847) 263-6300. www.geneseetheatre.com. For tickets, call (800) 982-2787 or see www.ticketmaster.com. Oct. 23 , 7 p.m.: Grammy Award-winning Christian music band Third Day performs with progressive pop Dove Award winners Tenth Avenue North and singer/songwriter Trevor Morgan as special guests. Tickets are $25, $36 and $78. Oct. 29 , 8 p.m.: Country singer George Jones. $35-$75.
Lake County Folk Club events are held at 7 p.m. Sundays at Aleks’ Restaurant, 525 Rockland Road, Lake Bluff. Concert admission is $12; $10 for Lake County Folk Club members, students and senior citizens. Reservations encouraged for all concerts; call (847) 271-1584. No admission charge for Open Stage and Song Circle. For information, visit www.thelakecountyfolkclub.org. Oct. 23 : Song Circle, hosted by Marcia Krieger. Oct. 30: Special TLTFC 20th Anniversary Event featuring performances by founding members Mark Dvorak, Chuck VanderVennet and Marcia Krieger. Nov. 6 : Concert by Dan Zahn and Kate Moretti; Pete Jonsson opens. Nov. 13 : Open Stage, hosted by Scott Engstrom. Nov. 20: Concert by Bill and Kate Isles; Dave Hawkins opens.
New York Slices, 1843 Second St., Highland Park. (847) 432-6979. www.nyslices.com. No cover, unless noted otherwise. Fridays: 7-9 p.m. family karaoke; 9 p.m. adult karaoke. Nov. 5 , 8 p.m.: The Caveman: Alex Tomkins and Jason Ashworth; Mellowship’s Jeremy Schmetterer and Troubled Identity’s Max Subar. Nov. 12: Chris Laughlin Music School Concert. Nov. 26 , 8 p.m.: 50 Below (New Trier High School students).
Stained Glass Coffeehouse features live music at the Congregational Church of Deerfield, 225 Wilmot Road. Performances begin at 7 p.m. $15 donation is suggested. Proceeds, after expenses, benefit local and international charities. Visit www.stainedglasscoffeehouse.com. Oct. 29: Doug and Telisha Williams; Heather Styka opens.
Viper Alley, 275 Parkway Drive, Lincolnshire. www.viper-alley.com. (866) 463-3401. Shows are for ages 21-plus, unless noted otherwise. Oct. 20 , 8 p.m., Oct. 21 , 7 p.m., and Oct. 22 , 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.: Grammy award-winning vocalist Steve Tyrell performs music of Frank Sinatra and Burt Bacharach. Oct. 27 , 8 p.m.: The JaneDear Girls (country). $15-$22. Oct. 28 , 8:30 p.m.: The Neverly Brothers (‘50s rockabilly to early ‘60s British invasion). $7-$25. Oct. 29 , 7 p.m.: John Michael Coppola presents “A Jersey Voice: Songs & Stories from Beyond the Footlights.” $30. Oct. 29 , 10 p.m.: Infinity (rock). $10-$20. Nov. 4 , 10 p.m.: 7th Heaven. $10-$20. Nov. 5, 7 p.m.: Roomful of Blues (blues, R&B, swing). $10-$20. Nov. 5, 10 p.m.: Kip Winger. $14-$20. Nov. 10, 8 p.m.: Vanilla Fudge (rock). $20-$27. Nov. 11, 8 p.m.: The Association. $22-$30. Nov. 17 , 8:30 p.m.: Paula Cole. $20-$35. Nov. 19 , 8:30 p.m.: James Cotton and Eddy Clearwater (blues). $20-$30. Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m.: Shawn Mullins with special guest Callaghan. $20-$25. Nov. 25 , 9 p.m.: Blackened with Losing Scarlet (Metallica tribute). $8. Dec. 2 , 8 p.m.: Spyro Gyra. $25-$50. Dec. 3 , 6:30 p.m.: Elvis impersonator Rick Saucedo. $10-$15. Dec. 3 , 10 p.m.: Savoy Brown with Kim Simmonds “Voodoo Moon” CD release party. Dec. 6 , 6 p.m. and 8:45 p.m.: “A Charlie Brown Christmas” with jazz pianist David Benoit. All-ages event. $25-$50. Dec. 29, 8 p.m.: Collin Raye, $22-$50.
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