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Fox Valley Rep aims to teach kids about theater

May 14, 2019 at 9:01 a.m.

Entertainment? Or education resource? For many in the audience, the answer is both. At Fox Valley Repertory Theatre, providing theatrical experiences for students is part of its mission. Not only...

Elgin Community College bands present spring concerts

May 9, 2019 at 2:15 p.m.

Chances are, it's a rendition of "Stairway to Heaven" like you've never heard it before. The Led Zeppelin classic is one of several rock hits that will be performed by...

Elgin Youth Symphony shows its stuff at season finale

June 8, 2020 at 3:29 a.m.

Rather than just learning how to play the music, students are taught how to really understand the meaning behind it. "We tend to build our seasons rather than just a...

’50 States in 60 Minutes’ gives kids fresh perspective on history

May 10, 2019 at 6:56 a.m.

It's a whirlwind look at our nation's history. Fox Valley Repertory will host GreatWorks Theatre's production of "50 States in 60 Minutes" at 9:30 a.m. May 1 and at 10...

Elgin Symphony Orchestra promises emotional season finale

May 9, 2019 at 2:14 p.m.

The music will stir the senses. "People can expect an absolutely emotionally overwhelming experience," Maestro Andrew Grams said. The Elgin Symphony Orchestra will present its last concert of the season,...

Blue Oyster Cult still ‘Burnin For You’

May 10, 2019 at 6:56 a.m.

No two concerts are ever really the same. For each show, Blue Öyster Cult lead singer and stun guitarist Eric Bloom creates a new set list. "I write the set...

Toy Show a trip down memory lane

May 10, 2019 at 6:56 a.m.

Think toys are just for kids? More than 600 exhibitors at the Kane County Fairgrounds can tell you otherwise. The 42nd Annual Chicago Toy Show will be held from 8...

Records and compact discs are available at Rock N' Rags record store located in downtown Highland Park, which is particpating in Record Store Day April 18.

Annual Record Store Day raises awareness of independent retailer

May 10, 2019 at 5:57 p.m.

Long before the shop opens, a line begins to form. Some camp out for hours, waiting for the appointed hour. They are not waiting for the latest tech gadget or...

Here’s a chance to be a detective

May 10, 2019 at 6:56 a.m.

The glitz and glamor of Hollywood will come to life at St. Charles' Vero Voce Theater starting Saturday, but so will the darker side. "The Final Cut" encompasses a murder...

Blending friendship and folk music

May 9, 2019 at 2:14 p.m.

While Amanda Walther's latest album was just released this weekits songs had a fan long before then – her infant son, Ender. "He loved it. It's pretty awesome. Anyone who...

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