Upcoming Events and Productions
Points of Light Conference 2024
Role: General Session A1
The Points of Light Conference brings together social impact leaders from across the sector. It empowers nonprofit, NGO, government, business and civic leaders to make a bold impact in their communities, providing resources and inspiration for every step of the journey. Join us June 11–14, 2024, at the Marriott Marquis Houston.
ACHE 2024 Congress
Role: General Session Audio 1
Congress on Healthcare Leadership is American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) annual premier education and networking event which gathers more than 5,000 leaders from the healthcare community.
Points of Light Conference 2023
Role: A1
The City of Chicago graciously welcomed more than 1,200 attendees to the 2023 Points of Light Conference on June 14–16. The annual gathering attracted social impact experts from nonprofits and corporations from around the world. With more than 50 educational workshops, inspirational leadership discussions and opportunities to connect with peers, conference offered something for every champion of social good.
“All of you represent a bright point of light for our country and for our future,” Neil Bush, board chair of Points of Light, said to attendees.
Anna Karenina
Joffrey Ballet Performances of Anna Kerenina at the Lyric Opera, Chicago
Role: A1
The Life and Songs of Neil Diamond
Emerging from the elite Chicago music scene in Illinois, award-winning Neil Diamond tribute artist Denny “Diamond” Svehla began hitting the ground running in the music realm in 1999, and since that time has manifested into one of the most versatile and multifaceted tribute acts to hit the stage. Projecting his own signature stylization to a very familiar sound, Denny’s baritone vocal approach and reminiscence of Neil himself has become a stand-out around the country and one of the most sought after acts, gracing venues & events nation-wide for more than 20 years. Now performing with a full band, the show is bigger and better than ever before. Lifelong fans and new Diamond-Heads alike will have an amazing time celebrating the life and music of this legendary gem!
Sunday, January 23, 2022 – 4:00pm
Tickets $35
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Metropolis Virtual Wine Tasting Fundraiser
Raise your glass and join us for a fun, cozy and exciting night with your friends and family, celebrating our Virtual Wine Tasting Fundraiser. You’ll enjoy a wine tasting experience and entertainment from the comfort of your own home!
Marrakesh Express – a Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young experience
A band dedicated to tributing CSNY is unheard of due to the difficulty in replicating the 3- and 4-part vocal harmonies that made the group international superstars. Marrakesh Express excels at reproducing their complex songs and cascading, layered harmonies. The band takes the audience back to the late 1960s with musicians who bring an authentic hippie vibe and visual to the stage.
Van Morrison Party with the Soul Commitments
The concert is a tribute to the film, The Commitments and the music of Van Morrison. It’s an eclectic high-energy performance dedicated to the well-known music of Van Morrison and Alan Parker’s film “The Commitments”, a highly-celebrated film depicting the The Commitments’ musical journey through their love of Soul music, from Motown to Memphis and Muscle Shoals.
Elvis My Way, Starring Brandon Bennett
Celebrate the King of Rock ‘n Roll with internationally acclaimed touring star Brandon Bennett (Chicago’s Million Dollar Quartet). Magnetic, authentic, and radiating southern charm, Bennett is the winner of Graceland’s prestigious “Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist” competition. His electrifying concert retrospective features humor, heartfelt storytelling, and unforgettable hit songs including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Can’t Help Falling In Love,” “That’s Alright Mama,” and “Suspicious Minds.” Presented by Artists Lounge Live.
Tuesday, December 14, 2021 – 7:30pm
Tickets $45, Stage Tables $50
A Christmas Carol
This retelling of the Charles Dickens classic is filled with warmth, humor, music and holiday cheer. Wealthy miser Ebenezer Scrooge greets every Christmas with a “Bah, Humbug”. That all changes when he is visited by three holiday spirits who reveal to him his misguided past, reclusive present and tragic future, helping him to realize the errors of his ways and to embrace the kindness and generosity in his heart.
Recommended for grades 1-12.
December 2 – December 24, 2021
Adults $30 • Children $15
Ladies Night Comedy Jam
Comedians Mary Kate Beck, Maggie Hughes DePalo, Jeanie Doogan, and Katie Meiners share the stage for a night of laughs at the Ladies Night Comedy Jam. Comedy Jam is being taken over by four of Chicago’s funniest female stand-up comics all on one stage, all on one night! This show is NOT for women only. These comedians have been making men and women laugh for years, so come to Metropolis for our comedy jamming ladies’ night.
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
Tickets: $25
Legally Blonde
BOOK BY HEATHER HACH MUSIC AND LYRICS BY LAURENCE O’KEEFE AND NELL BENJAMIN
A fabulously fun, award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, sexism, and scandal. When the ultimate Delta Nu sorority girl is dumped by her Harvard bound boyfriend in pursuit of someone more “serious” Elle sets out to prove herself. With a little ingenuity and charm she follows suit enrolling in the prestigious law school herself. The former fashion major is soon in over her head as this new challenge is more difficult than she had ever imagined. With help from a few new friends, the misguided attempt to get her boyfriend back leads to a much different journey, proving that self-discovery never goes out of style. Bursting with memorable songs, dynamic dances, and hilarity – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal.
My Way
Created by David Grapes and Todd Olson
Book by Todd Olson
My Way is an award-winning, finger-snapping revue featuring countless songs recorded by crooning legend Frank Sinatra. This classy tribute transports you into the swinging era of “Old Blue Eyes”, while showcasing some of the 20th century’s most beautiful and popular songs. My Way features captivating singers, each highlighting a key element of “The Chairman of the Board’s” one of a kind talent. Take a trip down memory lane while celebrating Sinatra’s remarkable five-decade career. Unforgettable songs include: All of Me, Fly Me to the Moon, Strangers in the Night, New York New York, The Way You Look Tonight, and many more. Let’s fall in love and fly away with the music of one of the most celebrated recording artists of all time, just as he would have wanted it: a few stories, a few drinks, and plenty of knockout tunes.
Recommended for audiences 13+
Preview Performances: July 15-18, 2021
Tickets: $35
Regular Run Performances: July 22 – August 28, 2021
Tickets: $40
Little Shop of Horrors
Book and Lyrics by Howard Ashman
Music by Alan Menken
Deviously delicious sci-fi smash hit musical Little Shop of Horrors has devoured audience’s hearts for decades. During a solar eclipse, shy, love-struck floral assistant Seymour discovers a strange and unusual plant he names “Audrey II”- after his co-worker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-wailing carnivore plant promises the lonely florist fame, fortune, and escape from life on skid row with the girl of his dreams, as long as he keeps supplying the menace with its fix: a steady supply of blood. Suddenly, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s alien origins and quest for world domination. Little Shop of Horrors is a charming, quirky, tongue-in-cheek comedy from the creative geniuses Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin).
This production contains material and subject matter that may be sensitive for some audiences – viewer discretion advised.
Preview Performances: May 6- May 9, 2021
Tickets: $35
Regular Run Performances: May 13 – June 19, 2021
Tickets: $40
