Volume 6 | Issue 12 A | December 2022
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ARTS ALIVE
Your Digital Guide to Arts & Entertainment in DuPage County
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All times referenced below are Central Time unless otherwise specified.
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A Christmas Carol, the Musical
Through December 18: $12 - $35
Presented by Wheaton Drama, Wheaton
Celebrate the joy of sharing Christmas with this spirited musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol. The cruel miser Ebenezer Scrooge forsakes all gestures of goodwill and companionship to pass yet another Christmas alone. Three spirits will offer him a chance for salvation, but can he open his heart to their message before it’s too late? Learn more.
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The Sound of Music
Runs through January 15: $28 and Up
Presented by Paramount Theatre, Aurora
When carefree nun-in-training Maria is sent by her convent to be the governess of seven children, she finds herself unexpectedly questioning her choices in life and falling in love with the children’s stern father while the events of World War II play out in the background. One of the most beloved musicals of all time and a holiday favorite. Learn more.
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Home Alone
December 3 & 4: $6
Presented by Sharing Connections, Downers Grove
Join Sharing Connections and Tivoli Theatre as they present Home Alone, this year's family Christmas movie. Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister makes the most of the situation after his family unwittingly leaves him behind when they go on Christmas vacation. But when a pair of bungling burglars set their sights on Kevin’s house, the plucky kid stands ready to defend his territory. Proceeds from the screening will benefit Sharing Connections, an organization that provides gently used furniture, household items and clothing to families needing assistance. Learn more.
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Escape to . . . Where Christmas Grows
December 3, $15 - $17
Presented by Acappellago, Villa Park
The smell of pine and the cheerful colors of mistletoe are reflections of the new life that abides even in midwinter. Join Acappellago for a concert that illustrates trees and flowers still grow and hold meaning as tokens of affection during the holidays. Old and new songs tell stories of the connection to loved ones through family gatherings, well wishes, and the important gift of the Christ Child. Learn more.
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Darlene Love
December 3: $45 - $60
Presented by North Central College Fine & Performing Arts, Naperville
Rolling Stone Magazine has proclaimed Darlene Love to be "one of the greatest singers of all time" and that certainly rings true, but perhaps Paul Shaffer says it even more concisely: "Darlene Love is Rock N' Roll!" - which was made official when she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by Bette Midler, a great fan of her work, in 2011. Through the years, Darlene Love continues to captivate audiences worldwide with her warm, gracious stage presence and superb performances. Learn more.
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Holiday Lights, Trees, Decor & More!
Through December 18: Free
Presented by Sonny Acres Farm, West Chicago
Sonny Acres Farm celebrates the season with holiday lights, visits from Santa, freshly cut Christmas trees, handmade wreaths, sweet shop delights, specialty gifts and much more! A self-feed zoo and Sonny Acres Express train rides are available on weekends, weather permitting. Learn more.
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Swingin' Into Christmas with
The Pete Ellman Big Band
December 9 - 10: $20 - $25
Presented by Naperville Chorus, Naperville
Bring the family and get in the holiday spirit with the Naperville Chorus and Pete Ellman Big Band as they swing into Christmas with holiday favorites like “White Christmas,” “It Came Upon Midnight Clear,” and “Feliz Navidad. Learn more.
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Together Again at Christmas
December 11: $25 - $30
Presented by West Towns Chorus, Naperville
West Towns Chorus, along with Affinity Strings, Village Vocal Chords and Chicago Bronze Handbells, brings in the Christmas season with its annual Christmas Show 2022! You will surely enjoy this afternoon of familiar holiday classics and Christmas tunes in barbershop and Choral styles. Learn more.
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Moonstruck
December 12: $7 - $11
Presented by After Hours Film Society, Downers Grove
In this Academy Award-winning romantic comedy, Loretta Castorini finds herself in a difficult situation when she falls for the brother of the man she has agreed to marry. Part of Classic Cinemas' Christmas at the Tivoli series. Learn more.
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Artsdupage.org: Your Connection to the Arts
Need an art fix? Artsdupage.org can help! Explore the site to find concerts, plays, exhibits and more. Whether you are looking for nationally-recognized performers, local talent, or emerging artists, you can find something to suit your mood on artsdupage.org, your guide to all things art in DuPage County.
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Wheaton Drama was established in 1931 and has been providing theatrical entertainment to the Wheaton community for over 90 years. After performing in various venues in the area for half a century, Wheaton Drama purchased its current home at 111 N. Hale in downtown Wheaton in September 1994. Wheaton Drama hosts five productions annually that are a combination of musicals and plays. Season tickets are available, along with individual admission for each performance. Learn more.
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Everyone who loves art is invited to become a ChARTer member of Arts DuPage to enjoy discounts for events, exclusive tours of local arts venues and exhibits, and much more! Click here for details.
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Pen and Ink Design Services
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This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency through federal funds provided by the National Endowment for the Arts.
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