As I watched Sting perform a song on the Tony’s from his new musical The Last Ship, I couldn’t quite get in emotional touch with the show. The song was beautifully written, beautifully sung, but only gave a clue into what this show could be. And rightfully so. The Last Ship (currently playing at The…
Free food, fun television and food trucks? Those are three “F’s” that I can get behind! A brand new Spike TV show called “Frankenfood” is hosting free food truck tastings in Chicago all of this week! The show itself combines unlikely foods to create awesome new ideas. Sometimes they work, sometimes not so much. Either way,…
If you’ve heard about the Hidden Cash Game being played in other parts of the country, you will be thrilled to hear that it’s now in Chicago! If you’re not familiar with the Hidden Cash Game, this is a social experiment being conducted for what seems like the sole purpose off helping other people. Follow…
Honest Theatre: Spike Heels Review Honest Theatre: Spike Heels Review – Live theater is something that anyone should be able to access at any time, regardless of their financial situation. This is the sentiment behind the brand new Honest Theatre Company. “It is our hope that you enjoy our art and help us spread the…
Goodman Theatre: Ask Aunt Susan Review Goodman Theatre: Ask Aunt Susan Review – The truth is that you never know who you are speaking to on the Internet. We all have avatars that may or may not be real images of ourselves – and we have the ability to be whoever we want to be…
Medieval Times Chicago Discount One of the fun Chicago activities for both Chicagoans and tourists alike is a trip to Medieval Times! Located in Schaumburg (2001 North Roselle Road), Medieval Times is a one-stop entertainment and dinner show complete with maidens, knights, horses and no dinner utensils. It is fun to do this any day,…
Six Flags Great America Chicago Discount It’s summer and that means that it’s time to plan your trip to Six Flags! Six Flags Great America is the largest amusement park in the Chicagoland area and is located on the right-hand side of the expressway in Gurnee as you drive up from the city. Seeing the…
Motown The Musical Chicago Discount! Motown has come to town! There is a new production of Motown The Musical being performed at The Oriental Theatre in downtown Chicago (24 W. Randolph St. Chicago, IL 60601) ) This show runs through August 9, 2014 and there are currently tickets available. Even better, there is the option…
Chicago Family Staycation Ideas Summer is the time when our kids get out of school, the weather is warm and people like to travel. The biggest problem with that is that is that travel can get expensive! You’re talking about hotels, plane tickets, gas money and more. Perhaps it’s time for a Staycation! Here are…
