Charles Troy Presents

MAKING A LIST:

The Secular Songs of Christmas

Wed Dec 13 at 1:30 pm  Tickets $15

Most of our holiday standards were written between 1942 and 1952, in a burst of activity inspired by the enormous success of Irving Berlin's "White Christmas," and came into existence in various and surprising ways. Taken together, the stories behind these immortal songs paint a fascinating cultural picture of America itself during the era of and after World War Two.

Charles Troy, popular speaker and presenter, is an acclaimed musical theatre historian and graphic designer. He has created over 50 multi-media presentations and had presented his work to countless local and national audiences. His work has also been published in The Sondheim Review.

Jazz Duo

JUDY ROBERTS

and GREG FISHMAN

Tue Dec 19 at 7:30 pm  Tickets $25

The Chicago Tribune has awarded pianist/singer Judy Roberts the title “Chicago’s Favorite Jazz Woman.” Yet she is also recognized as a worldwide jazz star thanks to the success of her international recordings and concert performances.  Saxophonist and flutist Greg Fishman is an accomplished performer, recording artist, author, and teacher.   ... more

Belle Barth is Back!  Laura Freeman stars in

RAUNCHY LITTLE MUSICAL

Fri Dec 29 at 7:30 pm

Sat Dec 30 at 7:30 pm

Tickets $25

Book by Joanne Koch ~ Music by Ilya Levinson

Lyrics by Owen Kalt ~ Produced and Directed by Jimmy Ferraro

Before Amy Schumer or Sarah Silverman...before Joan Rivers or Roseanne, Belle Barth was the original, irreverent female  comic, totally deflating anyone who dared to take sex seriously. Raunchy Little Musical is an evening with this bold pioneer of edgy comedy peppered with plenty of Belle Barth’s choice jokes. Poignant moments from her private life and loves emerge – as well as high and low comedy and original songs   ... more

New Year's Eve with

CHARLENE BROOKS

Lets Face The Music and Dance

Sun Dec 31 at 8:00 pm  Tickets $40

Book by Joanne Koch ~ Music by Ilya Levinson

Lyrics by Owen Kalt ~ Produced and Directed by Jimmy Ferraro

Bring in the new year with a celebration of great music, Broadway, Pop and Rock, with one of Chicago's most celebrated singers, Charlene Brooks.  Charlene is a rare artist who is known for her very personal and professional performances. She interacts with the audience throughout the performance creating an intimate and emotional connection, and is known for her sold out performances at Skokie Theatre and venues across the country.   ... more