The weekend before St. Patrick’s Day will be filled with laughter and live Irish music at the Woodstock Opera House.
Celebrate the spirit of the Irish with the one-of-a-kind band that’s a St. Patrick’s tradition in Chicago. One of the Girls will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 13.
The band delivers high-energy Irish folk music with a twist of bluegrass-inspired arrangements, rich three-part harmonies and a stage presence full of humor, nostalgia and joy, according to a news release from the city of Woodstock.
From Irish festivals and historic pubs to street festivals and ballparks, the eight-piece band brings the energy of a front man from every member on stage.
Expect up-tempo takes on traditional Irish favorites, heartfelt ballads honoring the old homeland and a few unexpected cover tunes.
Tickets start at $30.
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On Saturday, March 14, The Second City returns to the Opera House stage for a night of hilarious improv, beginning at 7:30 p.m.
The Best of The Second City is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud revue featuring some of the greatest sketches, songs and signature improv from the company’s legendary 65-year history, the news release stated.
From the comedy powerhouse that launched the careers of Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Keegan-Michael Key and countless others, this show highlights the very best of The Second City’s iconic archive reimagined and performed by today’s sharpest rising stars.
Tickets start at $40.
Tickets for all these performances and more are available now at the Woodstock Opera House Box Office and website.
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