11th Chicago Irish Film Festival - top
Friday - March 05 -- Wednesday - March 10
  FESTIVAL PASS: $65/$50 BAC Members (Member rates not available online)
This all inclusive pass covers the opening reception, all films and closing reception. Founded in 2000 the Chicago Irish Film Festival is one of only a handful of Irish Film Festivals in the United States. The festival has consistently brought a truly representative selection of Irish films that embrace everything from classics to the contemporary. Each year since its inception the festival has screened features, documentaries, shorts and animation many of which have won awards and have had selected screenings at some of the largest festivals in the world including Cannes, Sundance, and Toronto. The festival has also been delighted to welcome as its guest the actors, directors, and producers that are the heart of today's Irish cinema. The CIFF is pleased to be a showcase for Irish film production that embraces innovation, independence, and creativity that is rooted in Ireland's rich cultural heritage
Opening Reception & Screening: March 5, 7pm
Join us for the Opening of the Chicago Irish Film Festival. The evening includes the opening film a selection of short films, open bar and edibiles. Join the fun and vote for your favorite short.
Closing Reception & Screening: March 10, 7:30pm
2010 Official Sponsors
 
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Wednesday - March 10 -- Friday - March 12
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Midwest Rose of Tralee Contest - top
Friday - March 12
8:00 PM
$35
A competition in which women ages 18-27 exhibit their knowledge of and dedication to the Irish Heritage. The winner of the Midwest Rose will then fly to Ireland to join young women of Irish descent from countries around the world, including Great Britain, Europe, Dubai, Australia and New Zealand. The Rose will be an ambassador for the Midwest, connecting the global Irish community in a celebration of their rich culture and sharing the heritage of Irish People at home and abroad. The goal of the Midwest Rose is to be selected from among the other participants in June in a Regional Selection and hopefully be picked to return to Ireland in August for the
International Rose of Tralee broadcasted live on Irish TV for two
simultaneous nights. Both trips to Ireland are fully paid for by the
Midwest Rose of Tralee and are a once in a lifetime opportunity for
one lucky young lady.
Contact the Beverly Arts Center at 773-445-3838, extension 200, to order tickets.
CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON BECOMING A ROSE.
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South Side Irish Parade Family Fest - top
Saturday - March 13
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
 Honoring Chicago's Own Gaelic Park!
Admission (from 11am-4pm): $10 Adults,
$7 Seniors, Free for children under 12
Admission (after 4pm): All tickets $25
Event features a Grand Raffle. Tickets are $50 a piece and prizes range from $250 to $10,000.
For more information about the raffle or to purchase tickets,
CLICK HERE or call (773) 445-3838.
Event will feature contests such as:
(Click here to download contest application)
- Irish soda bread contest: Please plan to drop off your entry 30 minutes prior to the contest. Bread must be wrapped in plastic or tin foil and inside a paper bag clearly marked with the baker's name, address and phone number.
- Irish Idol contest: Participation on a first come, first served basis. Register early to guarantee your spot! Ages 12-16; pick any song the day of the Festival. Prizes awarded to first, second and third place contestants.
- "Lucky Dog" contest (Deadline for submissions is March 6): costume contest with no limit to the type or nature of decoration. Dogs can be in costume, dyed or otherwise decorated. Get creative. No restriction on how your dog is decorated or presented. All dogs must be current with shots and must be leashed before, during and after the contest. Dogs will not be allowed to stay throughout the fest so please be prepared to take Fido home immediately after the contest. Winner will be determined by audience applause and contest is split the pot based on the number of entrants.
- Men in Kilts contest: It's not time for shorts yet but guys can still show off those great legs in the Men in Kilts contest. Can be authentic or costume, serious or funny - winner will be determined by audience applause and is a split the pot based on the number of entrants. All ages welcome. Must preregister. Space is limited so register early.
- Women in Kilts contest: The guys don't get to have all the fun. Ladies can also show off their tartans at the Women in Kilts contest. Same rules from the Lads contest apply to the Lasses - authentic or costume, serious or funny - winner to be determined by applause and it's a split the pot based on the number of entrants. All ages welcome. Must preregister. Space is limited so register early.
The event will also offer family-friendly activities such as Irish-themed arts and crafts for kids, children’s films, a children's parade around the art center grounds, and a live production by the Beverly Arts Centers’ own children’s theater group. In addition, this event will feature food, drink, numerous Irish vendors, and live entertainment from bagpipers, Irish dancers, and a host of Irish musicians including The Larkin & Moran Brothers, Character Fleadh, renowned harpist, Barbara Fackler and The Cloonan Family. The evening will culminate with a performance by Hothouse Flowers, a world-renowned band hailing from Ireland that combines traditional Irish music with influences from soul, gospel and rock. Micheal McDermott will open for Hot House Flowers.
Hosted by the South Side St. Patrick's Day Parade and the Beverly Arts Center.
Major Sponsors
County Fair Beverly Bank Sponsors 19th Ward Ald. Ginger Rugai State Representative Kevin Joyce State Senator Edward Maloney Democratic Committeeman Matt O'Shea City Beverage - Budweiser Miller Beer Hard Rock Concrete Cutters Odelson & Sterk Walgreens
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Tuesday - March 16 -- Thursday - March 18
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Friday - March 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Maurice Sendak's Really Rosie - top
Saturday - March 20
4:00 PM
$10/ $8 Members, Seniors & Students under 12
The author of "Where the Wild Things Are" and "In the Night Kitchen" wrote a series of short stories about Rosie and her friends making the movie of her life. With music by Carol King, Sendak turned his short stories into an animated film and then a children's play. The Second Stages Company performs the story and music.
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Something's Coming - top
Saturday - March 20
7:30 PM
$10/ $8 Members, Seniors & Students under 12
A celebration of Broadway's Past and present in an original musical review conceived by the show's director/choreographer, Jamal Howard. This production helps young performers explore their skills both as a solo performer and an ensemble member. The show utilizes the best music of Broadway's rich history and mixing in some of today's fresh and original new shows.
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Maurice Sendak's Really Rosie - top
Sunday - March 21
2:00 PM
$10/ $8 Members, Seniors & Students under 12
The author of "Where the Wild Things Are" and "In the Night Kitchen" wrote a series of short stories about Rosie and her friends making the movie of her life. With music by Carol King, Sendak turned his short stories into an animated film and then a children's play. The Second Stages Company performs the story and music.
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Something's Coming - top
Sunday - March 21
5:00 PM
$10/ $8 Members, Seniors & Students under 12
A celebration of Broadway's Past and present in an original musical review conceived by the show's director/choreographer, Jamal Howard. This production helps young performers explore their skills both as a solo performer and an ensemble member. The show utilizes the best music of Broadway's rich history and mixing in some of today's fresh and original new shows.
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Tuesday - March 23 -- Friday - March 26
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Alice In Wonderland, Jr. - top
Thursday - March 25 -- Friday - March 26
7:30 PM
$10/$8 BAC Members, Seniors & Students under 12
Join Alice's madcap adventures in Wonderland as she chases the White Rabbit, races Dodo Bird, gets tied up with the Tweedles, raps with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar, and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game! This fast-paced stage adaptation of "Alice In Wonderland" features updated dialogue and new arrangements of such classic songs as "I'm Late,", The Un-birthday Song" and "Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah."
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Poi Dog Pondering - top
Saturday - March 27
8:00 PM
SOLD OUT~
Poi Dog Pondering returns to the BAC!
Performing since 1987, Chicago-based PDP is known for its big “rock and soul” sound, complete with strings and horns.
The Old Ceremony opens.
Click here to listen to Poi Dog Pondering
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BIG READ Family FREE Day - top
Sunday - March 28
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  
BIG READ III Closing Event!
BAC School of Wizardry Family Free Day features: Storyteller and magician Chris McBrien, crafts and fun!
For more information about the BIG READ and other activities visit www.bacbigread.squarespace.com or download the BIG READ III event flyer!
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Tuesday - March 30 -- Friday - April 02
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - top
Tuesday - April 06 -- Friday - April 09
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Saturday - April 10
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Heartsfield with special guests CAUTION - top
Saturday - April 10
8:00 PM
Heartsfield, called "The Grateful Dead of the Midwest" and the "Sweetheats of Lincoln Avenue," toured throughout the 70s, spreading its infectious brand of foot stompin' good-time country rock all across the United States in a tour-de-force of 200-300 dates per year. They played every club, festival, concert hall and college campus just about everywhere and were overwhelming favorites on FM radio stations around the country. Click here to sample Heartsfield's music.
CAUTION opens.
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Tuesday - April 13 -- Thursday - April 15
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Tuesday - April 13 -- Thursday - April 15
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Chicago Kids Company: The 3 Little Pigs - SOLD OUT! - top
Friday - April 16
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
SOLD OUT!
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Chicago Kids Company: The 3 Little Pigs - SOLD OUT! - top
Friday - April 16
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
SOLD OUT!
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Paul Kelly's Fossil Fuel - top
Friday - April 16
8:00 PM
$20 (No member rate)
Join Paul Kelly and his Fossil Fuel Comedians for an amusing look at everyday life.
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Barbra & Frank the Concert That Never Was featuring Sharon Owens & Sebastian Anzaldo - top
Saturday - April 17
4:00 PM
 $22/$20 BAC Members
It is unlikely that the two powerhouse voices of the century would have ever shared the same stage...until now! "A Match Made In Las Vegas" They never worked together, exactly,except when they taped a duet in separate recording sessions, but it?s tantalizing to think what it would have been like to have them teamed up for a concert tour.Just imagine the possibilities. Would one have outshone the other? Would their on stage banter have been friendly or a bit snippy? Sharon Owens and Sebastian Anzaldo present the concert that never was.
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Barbra & Frank: the Concert That Never Was featuring Sharon Owens & Sebastian Anzaldo - top
Saturday - April 17
8:00 PM
$25/$22 BAC Members
It is unlikely that the two powerhouse voices of the century would have ever shared the same stage...until now! "A Match Made In Las Vegas" They never worked together, exactly,except when they taped a duet in separate recording sessions, but it?s tantalizing to think what it would have been like to have them teamed up for a concert tour.Just imagine the possibilities. Would one have outshone the other? Would their on stage banter have been friendly or a bit snippy? Sharon Owens and Sebastian Anzaldo present the concert that never was.
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Tuesday - April 20 -- Friday - April 23
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Genesis Rewired - top
Saturday - April 24
8:00 PM
$23/$20 BAC Members
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Tuesday - April 27 -- Friday - April 30
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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June's Got The Cash - top
Friday - April 30
8:00 PM
$15/$12 BAC Members
Good ol' country music!
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Spring BAC Music Performance - top
Sunday - May 02
1:00 PM
School of Music Students demonstrate their skills in a performance including performers from age 7- 17.
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Spring BAC Music Performance - top
Sunday - May 02
3:00 PM
School of Music Students demonstrate their skills in a performance including performers from age 7- 17.
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Tuesday - May 04 -- Friday - May 07
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Saturday - May 08
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater - top
Thursday - May 13 -- Friday - May 14
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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BAC Spring Dance Concert - top
Saturday - May 15 -- Sunday - May 16
$7/$5 BAC Members
A performance by BAC dance students.
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Chicago Kids Company: Cinderella - Children's Theater - top
Tuesday - May 18 -- Friday - May 21
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through August 20
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
See for yourself in this re-telling of the most popular fairy-tale ever told. Sing, dance, and clap along with all the familiar characters in this fantastic story! Don't miss CKC's most requested show! This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Disney's Aristocats - top
Saturday - May 22 -- Sunday - May 23
2:00 PM
$10/$8 BAC Members, Seniors & Students under 12
Madame's jealous butler cat-naps Duchess and her Aristokittens and abandons them in a Parisan countryside. What's a cat to do? Luckily Thomas O'Malley and his rag-tag bunch of Alley Cats come to their rescue! This feline adventure gets audiences tapping their feet to its hip, jazzy beat, which includes Disney favorites, "The Aristocats," "Scales and Arpeggios" and "Ev'rybody Wants to Be A Cat."
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Big River - top
Saturday - May 22
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$10/$8 BAC Members, Seniors & Students under 12
"Big River", the Broadway musical adaptation of Mark Twain's "Huckleberry Finn," offers roles for younger and older students. The myriad characters range from Tom Sawyer's Gang to an angry mob. One-hour theater style presentation of choreographed musical selections and scene excerpts.
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Chicago Kids Company: Cinderella - Children's Theater - top
Tuesday - May 25 -- Friday - May 28
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Through August 20
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
See for yourself in this re-telling of the most popular fairy-tale ever told. Sing, dance, and clap along with all the familiar characters in this fantastic story! Don't miss CKC's most requested show! This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Chicago Kids Company: Cinderella - Children's Theater - top
Wednesday - May 26
May 26-Aug 20
Click here for full performance schedule
$10/ Group rates available
See for yourself in this re-telling of the most popular fairy-tale ever told. Sing, dance, and clap along with all the familiar characters in this fantastic story! Don't miss CKC's most requested show! This show is geared for children ages 2-12.
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Highway 61 Revisited - top
Friday - May 28
8:00 PM
$25/$22 BAC Members
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$7/$5 BAC Members