Science-Fiction Shakespeare
April 30, 2015, through May 24, 2015, at Pendulum Theatre Space, E.D.G.E Theatre will be performing “MacSith.” For a second time, this theatre group will be performing their rendition of Shakespeare’s “Macbeth.” Instead of taking a classical route, E.D.G.E introduces “Star Wars” to Shakespeare in this action filled play. Performances will be held each week Thursday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday at 3:00 p.m. Preview tickets are $15 and regular tickets are $18. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit theatre.edgeoforion.com.
Ravinia Festival
One of the oldest musical festivals in the United States returns to Ravinia Park once again starting May 16, 2015 until September 12, 2015. The event is held in tribute to music icons Frank Sinatra and Ramsey Lewis. There are a plethora of events to check out and depending on which events you attend ticket prices range from $10 to $100. This festival will include performances by Tony Bennet, Lady Gaga, Aretha Franklin, Mendelssohn’s Scottish Symphony, Santana, David Kaplan and Switchfoot. For more information, ticket prices, and event times please access ravinia.org.
Chicago Critics Film Festival
Chicago Critics Film Festival is an event where artists and fans come together to celebrate independent films. The festival features a variety of films such as, comedies, foreign dramas, documentaries, and short films. All films presented at the event are strictly independent. Last year, the popular film “‘Animals’” directed by Collin Schiffli was displayed at the festival. Interestingly enough, the film was set just down the street from the Lincoln Park Zoo. There are a number of days to attend the festival which begins on May 1, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. On May 2, 2015, at noon the festival will resume and on the following day it will begin at 10:00 p.m. and come to a close May 4, 5, and 6 at 5:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Music Box Theatre in Chicago and ticket prices start at $16. However, if you would like to purchase a full festival pass for the entire week as well as a pass to the final night party, the fee will be $150. For more information, seee chicagocriticsfilmfestival.com
