Entertainment
Kelly Price Finds Love After Divorce, Expands Her Entertainment Enterprise
Kelly Price is more than a phenomenally gifted singer and songwriter; she is a brilliant businesswoman with a global vision. I’m both humbled and excited about being a part of the team that will expand her brand and help her build the kind of business legacy commensurate with her passion, work ethic, and unique gifts,” says MC Lyte.
THE QUAD Internship Program Prepares HBCU Students for TV Careers
Interns will begin training in November 2017 on The Quad stages and locations around Atlanta, GA. There will be two internship cycles, each one providing exposure to writing, producing, cinematography, production design, location management, costume design, hair and make-up applications, and the grip and electric departments.
CCT ADDS PIVEN THEATRE AS NEWEST EDUCATION PARTNER
CCT education partners at The Station already include The Second City, now offering improv classes in the West Loop for kids ages 9 to 13, Old Town School of Folk Music’s Wiggleworms early childhood music education classes, and circus and aerial arts with The Actors Gymnasium.
Lettin’ the Good Times Roll
These sassy dames, supported by a group of highly acclaimed musicians, will perform a repertoire that will have you rocking, reeling, laughing and shouting your troubles away. The cabaret will revolve around the decades of experience from the two songstresses as they perform a series of upbeat and powerful tunes representing their rich tapestry of celebrated performances that will entertain and inspire. Lettin’ the Good Times Roll exudes the energy that will draw the audience forward in their seats enjoying the rare opportunity to spend an intimate evening with some of the world’s best known talent.
Actress Phyllis Stickney to Perform at Muntu Dance Theatre's 45th Anniversary Celebratory Fundraiser
ABOUT Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago Formed in 1972 with the mission to preserve and perpetuate the African aesthetic and its influence on world cultures through the education and professional presentation of dance, music and folklore, Muntu Dance Theater of Chicago’s core programs include professional performances at home and abroad, comprehensive community arts programs, classes for the public, and professional training for emerging new young artists. Visit www.muntu.com for details.
“Closer” Songstress Goapele Packs the House for Betty Shabazz International Charter Schools Annual Benefit Concert
Neo-soul artist Goapele brought fans, friends and supporters to their feet recently as the headliner for the third Betty Shabazz International Charter Schools (BSICS) benefit concert at The Promontory.
ExPIERience the Magic at Navy Pier
Tis the season for magic, memories and more at Fifth Third Bank Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier! For the 17th consecutive year, Chicago’s mission-driven cultural district is transforming its Festival Hall to offer families from near and far the holiday thrills without the wintery chills! From Friday, December 1, 2017 through Sunday, January 7, 2018.
Circle of Sisters Delivered a Day of Fun, Laughter & Sisterhood
Circle of Sisters remains the largest EXPO in New York City that celebrates and unites women of color. Highlights of the day included the legendary actress Cicely Tyson who was honored by the WBLS team with the Circle of Sisters Living Legend Award, prima ballerina Misty Copeland shared her experience with attendees and received a special award.
Maggie Brown Entertained Guest At Third World Press Foundation 150th Celebration
The weeklong celebration commemorated the oldest continuously-publishing independent Black press in the United States that’s headquartered on the SouthSide of Chicago.
Critically-Acclaimed Neo-Soul Songstress Goapele to Headline Betty Shabazz International Charter Schools 3rd Annual Benefit Concert
Betty Shabazz International Charter Schools (BSICS) will host its annual benefit concert on Thursday, October 26, featuring songstress Goapele.
Hyde Park School of Dance Combines Ballet and Hip Hop In “The Nutcracker”
During an upcoming annual presentation of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, Hyde Park School of Dance (HPSD) will display several genres of dance including ballet, modern and hip hop. The performance will feature more than 175 dancers—from seven-year-olds to grandparents—supported by more than 100 volunteers. Performances are December 8–10 at Mandel Hall on the University of Chicago campus, 1131 E. 57th Street, Chicago.
GREGALAN WILLIAMS STARS IN “A QUESTION OF FAITH”
Will the families give in to the loss, pain, and uncertainty that has shattered their lives or will they find the tie that binds them all together through hope, trust, redemption and goodwill? Watch the trailer here, https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=QzNuMWxPoSO
Truth Hall Wins Festal Awards
“My passion to direct, never left. I just didn’t know how to get my next film done or where my next job was going to come from,” says the Writer/Director.
THE DUNGEON OF DOOM: CHICAGO & MILWAUKEE’S ONLY 60 MINUTE WALK THRU HAUNT
Screaming, Shouting and Laughter for all who are willing to experience their worst nightmares of loom. Just in time for Halloween, the Dungeon of Doom has amped-up their technology, theatrics, special effects and killer team to inflict an hour of horror and terror as attendees travel through 42,000 square feet of pure chaos. With new and improved attractions and a chance to be buried alive, this is the place where nightmares loom.
