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Aura Curiatlas Physical Theatre presents DREAM LOGIC and A Life With No Limits
Three performances: July 28 at 8:00 pm July 29 at 8:00 pm July 30 at 3:00 pm The Edge Theatre, 5451 North Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640 “A Life With No Limits” is inspired by the discoveries of astrophysicist Stephen Hawking and is created in the company’s signature style blending dance, theatre, and acrobatics. The evening will begin with a selection of stories and characters from the company’s DREAM LOGIC show. Find enchantment in ordinary situations presented in unexpected ways! The…
Find out more »ENGAGE! A Choose-Your-Own Science Fiction Fight Show
There is a lone little spaceship. The only crew is a Smuggler, an Android, an Alien, and a Space Monk. They are on a secret deep space salvage mission. What’s next? That’s up to one lucky Player! A fun, fight-filled spoof on your favorite sci-fi tropes, ENGAGE! is a choose-your-own adventure book, role-playing game, and stellar stage combat-fueled piece of interactive theatre all rolled into one. Every show one audience volunteer will be chosen as the “Player” who will have…
Find out more »The Greatest Generation: Star Trek Comedy Podcast
See The Greatest Generation Podcast live at Lincoln Hall on Thursday, August 17th. The Greatest Generation is a comedy podcast about Star Trek: The Next Generation, beloved by everyone from people who’ve never seen an episode, to complete dorkazoids who are fluent in Klingon. Benjamin Ahr Harrison and Adam Pranica tell you what’s great, what’s bad, and what’s hilarious about the show they grew up loving, and still do. It’s a little bit nerdy, a lot filthy, and exposes some…
Find out more »Fandom Fest: Comics & Pop Culture
Join us on Saturday, August 19, 11am-3pm for an event celebrating comics and pop culture. MeTV’s Svengoolie will be a special guest hosting a meet and greet for fans. Take photos with members from the 501st Legion. Fandom Fest will feature an artist alley, trivia contests, a cosplay parade, creative workshops, and more family-friendly fun. We encourage attendees to come dressed as their favorite character. All ages welcome. Free admission.
Find out more »Chicago TARDIS
An annual Doctor Who convention - the largest in the Midwest! This year, we’re featuring three of the Classic Era Doctors (Peter Davison, Colin Baker and Sylvester McCoy) plus many companions, writers, and directors. Our past guests have included Billie Piper, Alex Kingston, Ingrid Oliver, and more! Tickets start at $40 to $50 for a single day (General Admission) or $90 for the entire weekend. Events include: Q&A panels with the actors, autographs and photo ops with the actors, panels…
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