Arts & Entertainment « Northwest Quarterly

May 2013
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			1 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	2 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	3 Steel Magnolias N/A Map to Raue Center for the Arts April 26-27, May 3-4, 10-11, 8 p.m.; May 11, 3 p.m. Presented by Williams Street Repertory. The story of a group of gossipy southern ladies in a small-town beauty parlor whose interactions reveal deep strength of character. Set completely in Truvy’s shop, with just the female characters. Raue Center, Crystal Lake, (815) 356-9212. Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	4 Steel Magnolias N/A Map to Raue Center for the Arts April 26-27, May 3-4, 10-11, 8 p.m.; May 11, 3 p.m. Presented by Williams Street Repertory. The story of a group of gossipy southern ladies in a small-town beauty parlor whose interactions reveal deep strength of character. Set completely in Truvy’s shop, with just the female characters. Raue Center, Crystal Lake, (815) 356-9212. Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.
5 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	6 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	7 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	8 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	9 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	10 Steel Magnolias N/A Map to Raue Center for the Arts April 26-27, May 3-4, 10-11, 8 p.m.; May 11, 3 p.m. Presented by Williams Street Repertory. The story of a group of gossipy southern ladies in a small-town beauty parlor whose interactions reveal deep strength of character. Set completely in Truvy’s shop, with just the female characters. Raue Center, Crystal Lake, (815) 356-9212. Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	11 Steel Magnolias N/A Map to Raue Center for the Arts April 26-27, May 3-4, 10-11, 8 p.m.; May 11, 3 p.m. Presented by Williams Street Repertory. The story of a group of gossipy southern ladies in a small-town beauty parlor whose interactions reveal deep strength of character. Set completely in Truvy’s shop, with just the female characters. Raue Center, Crystal Lake, (815) 356-9212. Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.
12 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	13 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	14 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	15 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	16 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	17 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	18 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.
19 Forever Plaid N/A April 11-May 19, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Musical comedy about members of a Doo-Wopping boy band who die on their way to their first big gig and return to earth to take the stage one last time. Hear “heavenly” ’50s hits like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Moments to Remember,” Sixteen Tons,” more. Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, (630) 584-6342, pheasantrun.com. Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	20 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	21 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	22 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	23 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	24 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	25 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.
26 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	27 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	28 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	29 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	30 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	31 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.	1 Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau” N/A Through Aug. 25. Alphonse Mucha brought the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement to everyday and commercial objects. Features objects from the Curt Teich Postcard Archives’ John High Collection, one of the world’s leading collections of Mucha postcards. Free with museum admission. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, (847) 968-3400, lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.

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Arts & Entertainment

Theater for Young Minds at Raue Center’s Mission Imagination

These young thespians are learning their trade at an early age, from a variety of big-name performers. Learn how this Crystal Lake theater is extending its mission beyond the performance venue.

St. Charles Fine Art Show: Exciting Art in a Dynamic Setting

Now in its 15th year, this art fair has become a staple in the Fox Valley area. See what’s in store for this year’s fair, and meet an artist who’s shown his work before.

Country-western duo Montgomery Gentry performs at the Northern Illinois University Convocation Center in DeKalb on April 21. A portion of each ticket sale will be donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Events at a Glance: Arts & Entertainment Calendar

There’s so much to do in our neck of the Old Northwest Territory! Here are some fun events coming up this season.

Chris Errera bares his heart and soul through his music, but he also uses the example of his life, spent dealing with a debilitating disorder, to inspire others to enjoy life and go for their dreams. This shot, taken at Pickle Piano in Bloomingdale, was used for the cover of his debut CD, Enter the Twilight. (Jim Summaria Photography photo)

Striking the Right Chords

Meet Chris Errera, a Schaumburg pianis and composer who seeks to inspire others through his life and music.

On Feb. 5, the ArtsPower National Touring Theatre presents Laura Ingalls Wilder, a musical for grades 4-6 based on the life of the author of the LIttle House on the Prairie book series, at the Paramount Theatre in Aurora. Before that, on Jan. 17 in Woodstock, hear author Wendy McClure talk about her book, The Wilder Life, recounting her odyssey to visit all places related to Laura Ingalls Wilder. (ArtsPower National Touring Theatre photo)

Events at a Glance: Arts & Entertainment Calendar

There’s so much to do in our neck of the Old Northwest Territory! Here are some fun events coming up this season.

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Granquist Competition Seeks Young Musicians

FROM GENEVA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: GENEVA — Registration has begun for the Granquist Music Competition, the largest music competition in the State of Illinois. This year’s event will be held…
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Fermilab Scientists Go Artistic

FROM FERMILAB: BATAVIA — Fermilab scientists are showing off their artistic side this spring. Here are some details: Exhibition Dates – March 20, 2013 ~ May 7, 2013 Reception –…
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Upcoming Shows at STC’s Arcada

FROM ONESTI ENTERTAINMENT: ST. CHARLES — Here are some big-name stars performing this spring at the Arcada in St. Charles. For more information, visit www.oshows.com. The Guess Who They’re back!!!!…
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Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

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Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

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Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

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Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

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Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

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Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

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Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

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Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

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Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

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Exhibit: “Mucha: Expanding Art Nouveau”

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Theater for Young Minds at Raue Center’s Mission Imagination

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