Out Here
Dates: Through May 10
At Court Theatre, this world- premiere musical directed by Chay Yew follows a woman navigating the tension between her current life and a past relationship she can’t let go of. Blending humor and emotional depth, the work invites audiences to be among the first to experience this intimate portrait of a family reconfiguring itself as it explores change, identity and what comes next. 5535 S. Ellis Ave.
Theater of the Mind
Now husband and wife, Mala Gaonkar and Talking Heads co-founder David Byrne teamed up to create a new kind of immersive spectacle in Theater of the Mind.
Photo by Catalina Kulczar-Marin
Dates: Through July 12
Co-created by Academy-, Grammy- and Tony Award-winning musician and artist David Byrne and his wife, writer Mala Gaonkar, this new immersive production guides audiences across a series of sensory-driven environments exploring perception, memory and identity. Limited to just 16 participants per performance, the 75-minute journey unfolds across a sequence of rooms where storytelling and neuroscience intersect. Reid Murdoch Building, 333 N. LaSalle St.
Lincoln Park Mayfest
Lincoln Park comes alive with open-air performances, bustling crowds and a weekend of neighborhood revelry.
Photo courtesy of Special Events Management
Dates: May 15-17
Lincoln Park kicks off the summer season with this beloved street festival featuring live music
across two stages and a lineup of local bands and tribute acts. Alongside performances, the event includes a Spring Fine Art Mart with local and national artists, as well as food vendors and family- friendly activities throughout the neighborhood. 1000 W. Armitage Ave.
Wright Plus Architectural Housewalk
The Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio in
Oak Park is among the highlights of the Wright Plus Architectural Housewalk.
Photo by James Caulfield, courtesy of Frank Lloyd Wright Trust, Chicago
Date: May 16
For one day only, an exclusive selection of historic private residences in Oak Park open their doors, offering a rare look inside homes designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and his contemporaries. The experience includes access to eight private homes, with volunteer guides offering insight into the history and architectural elements that give each its unique character. Oak Park
Summer Soirée: Cabana Club
Emily Sturgess, Amy Tarnowicz, Julia Goodwin, Amy Fansler and Megan Fansler posed for a photo at The Woman’s Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital’s third annual Summer Soirée: Cabana Club.
Photo by. Robin Subar
Date: May 29
The Woman’s Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital’s annual fundraiser returns with a Cabana Club theme, inspired by the pink sand beaches of Harbour Island in the Bahamas. Striped cabanas, Goombay Smashes and calypso music set the tone for the evening, with proceeds supporting the hospital’s programs and services. Saddle & Cycle Club, 900 W. Foster Ave.
History of Her: Women Who Shaped Chicagoland
Dates: May 29-Aug. 9
This new exhibition at Elmhurst History Museum traces the experiences of women across Chicagoland, from early pioneers to the ways girls were educated and the careers they went on to shape. Through artifacts and archival materials, the presentation highlights figures such as Bessie Coleman, Ida B. Wells and Jane Addams—alongside activists, artists, educators, athletes and community leaders— underscoring their lasting impact on the region. 120 E. Park Ave.
