Entertainment

The weekly show features guests representing the best of film, television, stage, music and literature.

NIU's School of Theatre and Dance will open its 2023 to 2024 production season with performances of the black comedy stage play “Rage Play.” The play will run from Friday through Oct. 7.

The Mike Conrad Trio will perform at Starlight’s Theatre & Lounge in Sterling fom 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14.

The ticket price of $89 includes a ticket for the show, bus transportation and snacks.

Linda Magklaris was awarded Best of Show for her submission at the 74th Grand Detour Arts Festival on Sunday, Sept. 10.

Sauk Valley events also include a course on cooking with herbs, an adult homecoming dance and a day of shopping.

There was something for everyone at Resthave Care and Rehabilitation’s Family Fun Day on Sunday.

Lumberjack shows will be at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. and last 30 minutes each. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy one or all three shows.

Plan a day of autumn fun at Cary Park District’s Fall-A-Palooza from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1, at Lions Park on Silver Lake Road in Cary.

Timber Lake Playhouse will host a Fall Festival featuring BrewFest on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, from noon to 6 p.m.

Molly Jacobs instructs 60 students in piano, guitar and violin sessions that last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour each week.

A free new online marketplace for Whiteisde County businesses to showcase and sell their products, “from artisanal crafts to locally sourced goods,” is being made available by the county. Restaurants, bars and other entertainment venues also will be featured.

Dinner service is from 4:30-6 p.m., with the auction beginning at 6:15 p.m.

Paint the Town draws thousands into downtown Morrison for day of painting, entertainment.

Comedians and SNL alums John Mulaney and Pete Davidson will perform Oct. 8 at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet. Tickets go on sale Tuesday.