Black Harvest Film Festival
WHAT: Celebrating three decades of showcasing Black voices and cinematic visions across the diaspora, the Black Harvest Film Festival presents more than 75 premieres in Chicago, with 13 feature films and 10 short films from 18 different countries.
OR: Gene Siskel Film Center, 164 N. State St., Chicago
WHEN: From Friday November 8 to Thursday November 21
Bram Stoker’s “Dracula” in concert
WHAT: The Chicago Philharmonic and the Chicago Chamber Choir perform the score of Bram Stoker’s “Dracula” in the North American premiere with synchronized dialogue and sound effects from the original film.
OR: Auditorium Theater, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Dr., Chicago
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Saturday November 9
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas
WHAT: The Marriott Theater presents a stage adaptation of Irving Berlin’s classic film “A White Christmas.”
OR: 10 Marriott Dr., Lincolnshire, IL
WHEN: Until Sunday December 29
“DogMan: The Musical”
WHAT: “DogMan: The Musical” is a hilarious and heartfelt family adventure based on the global hit series from the creator of “Captain Underpants.”
OR: Studebaker Theater, 410 S. Michigan Ave., Fine Arts Building, Chicago
WHEN: Until Sunday December 1st
Chicago Toy and Game Fair
WHAT: The 22nd annual Chicago Toy and Game Fair, the largest of its kind in the country, offers experiential and immersive activities for all ages.
OR: Stevens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont, Illinois
WHEN: Saturday November 9 and Sunday November 10
The Comedy Festival 312
WHAT: The 312 Comedy Festival returns to Chicago with nearly 20 events at various Chicago venues.
OR: Zanies, Park West, Vic Theatre, Riviera Theater and Chicago Theater
WHEN: Until Sunday November 10
The actor Sébastien Maniscalco
WHAT: Some call Arlington Heights native Sebastian Maniscalco the undisputed king of physical comedy. He’s bringing his “It Ain’t Right Tour” to Chicago for two shows.
OR: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Friday November 8 and 7 p.m. Saturday November 9
WeishFest 2024: paying it forward
WHAT: In 2012, before Andrew Weishar died of colorectal cancer at the age of 21, he had one request: to honor the kindness shown to his family during his battle with cancer. His family started WeishFest, and this year, OAR is the headliner.
OR: The Salt Shed Inside, 1357 N. Elston Ave., Chicago
WHEN: 4 p.m. Saturday November 9
Fiasco of rapper Lupe
WHAT: Lupe Fiasco, originally from Chicago, participates in his Samurai tour to present his new concept album which mixes acute lyricism, urban mythology and philosophical reflection.
OR: The Salt Shed Inside, 1357 N. Elston Ave., Chicago
WHEN: 8 p.m. Sunday November 10
