Illinois Events

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The following events were supplied to us by festival organizers and tourism offices throughout the state, and selected by Midwest Living editors. This is not intended as an all-inclusive list of all events in this state. If you decide to go, call first: Dates and specific events can change at the last minute.

Wicked

Chicago, Open Run
Ford Center for the Performing Arts/Oriental Theatre, Chicago Proving that Chicago is indeed Ozmopolitan, WICKED - the untold story of the witches of Oz - continues to routinely play to sold out audiences. The Grammy and Tony Award-winning musical is the fastest selling show in Chicago history and was recently dubbed "the most popular piece of Chicago theatre in a generation" by The Chicago Tribune. Getting tickets early is key because the longer you wait, the longer you'll wait to see&WICKED. For more information, visit http://www.wickedthemusical.com/chicago/

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Oprah Winfrey presents The Color Purple

Cadillac Palace Theatre, Now Playing!
Broadway stars Jeannette Bayardelle and Felicia P. Fields, plus Destiny's Child's Michelle Williams, take the spotlight in the Chicago premiere of Oprah Winfrey presents THE COLOR PURPLE. From the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker, and the moving film by Steven Spielberg, comes a soul-stirring new musical and landmark Broadway event. THE COLOR PURPLE is an inspiring family saga that tells the unforgettable story of a woman who - through love - finds the strength to triumph over adversity and discover her unique voice in the world. Set to a joyous score featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel and blues, THE COLOR PURPLE is a story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love and a celebration of life. Directed by Gary Griffin, THE COLOR PURPLE is adapted for the stage by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Marsha Norman, with music and lyrics by Grammy Award winners Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray and choreography by Donald Byrd. For more information, visit http://www.broadwayinchicago.com/index.php

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