Chicago always delights residents and visitors of the city with bright events, and this weekend will be no exception! From the enchanting magic show of illusionist Xavier Mortimer to the grand Asian film festival and performances by world music stars – here are the most interesting events to attend March 21-23.
🎭 Magic and Theater
Xavier Mortimer: Master of Magic
📍 CIBC Theatre, 18 W. Monroe St.
📅 March 21-23
🔹 Renowned French illusionist, star of the show "America's Got Talent", brings his unique program to Chicago. Magic, humor, and spectacular tricks – definitely worth seeing!
Opera "La Bohème"
📍 Lyric Opera House, 20 N. Wacker Dr.
📅 Runs until April 12
🔹 Chicago production of Giacomo Puccini's opera narrates a romantic and dramatic story of young artists’ love in 19th-century Paris.
🎥 Festivals and Cinema
Paul Schrader Retrospective
📍 Gene Siskel Film Center, 164 N. State St.
📅 March 21 – April 5
🔹 Tribute to legendary director and screenwriter, author of cult classics "Taxi Driver" and "American Gigolo".
Asian Pop-up Film Festival
📍 AMC New City 14, 1500 N. Clybourn Ave.
📅 March 20 – April 13
🔹 Best films from Japan, China, Korea, and other Asian countries.
Chicago Flamenco Festival
📍 SPACE, 1245 Chicago Ave., Evanston
📅 March 24
🔹 Closing annual flamenco festival, featuring Flamenco Quartet Project.
🎤 Concerts and Stand-up
Concert: Mumford & Sons
📍 The Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St.
📅 March 22, 21:00
🔹 British folk-rock band performing before their world tour starts.
Concert: Suzanne Vega
📍 Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N. Lincoln Ave.
📅 March 23, 19:00
🔹 Legendary 80s singer to perform with guitarist Jesse Leonard.
Concert: GloRilla
📍 Salt Shed Chicago, 1357 N. Elston Ave.
📅 March 23, 20:00
🔹 Famous rapper and dancer brings "The Glorious Tour".
Concert: Iggy Pop
📍 Salt Shed Chicago, 1357 N. Elston Ave.
📅 March 24, 20:00
🔹 Living punk rock legend, age 77, still ready to "fire up" the stage!
Comedian Jay Pharoah
📍 Chicago Improv, 5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg
📅 March 20-22
🔹 Former Saturday Night Live actor known for his impersonations promises an evening of genuine humor.
🎸 Nostalgia and Classics
Concert: Emerson, Lake & Palmer
📍 Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan
📅 March 22, 20:00
🔹 Memorial night for the legendary progressive rock band, brought to life with modern technologies.
✨ Don't miss your chance to enjoy the weekend in Chicago!
With so many events, everyone will find something for themselves – magic, music, theater, stand-up, or festivals. Choose what appeals to you and spend an unforgettable weekend in the City of Winds!
