NOTE: Even though many businesses have begun re-opening, generally at reduced capacities and with many restrictions, music venues and theaters in particular are likely to remain closed for some time. For any in-person event, check with the venue or event organizer to confirm details or for information about any health and safety plans in place. We are maintaining a list of cancellations and making updates as events are rescheduled for later dates. We have also added new listings for online events, including online theater and performing arts events and streaming concerts and music events.
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Aaron Lee Tasjan All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Tue., Oct. 27, 7 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream at Noonchorus; access provided after ticket purchase.
Livestream at Noonchorus; access provided after ticket purchase.
Sylvan Esso All Ages Early Warnings (Music) New Early Warnings (Music) Online
Tue., Nov. 17, 8 p.m. and Tue., Dec. 1, 8 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream at Noonchorus.
Livestream at Noonchorus.
CSO Sessions Episode 3: Stravinsky, Saint-Georges, & Dvořák All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Through Nov. 13
Classical
Members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra perform work by the three composers as part of the CSO's online streaming series; access provided after ticket purchase.
Members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra perform work by the three composers as part of the CSO's online streaming series; access provided after ticket purchase.
Take Me to the World: A Sondheim 90th Birthday Celebration Free All Ages Online
Available any time on YouTube
Theater & Performance, Miscellaneous
In honor of Stephen Sondheim's 90th birthday and the 50th anniversary of the Broadway opening of Company, Raúl Esparza, who won a Tony as Bobby in the 2006 revival of the latter, produced this all-star virtual concert of Sondheim's work. The lineup includes performances and tributes from Patti LuPone, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Nathan Lane, Bernadette Peters, Kelli Peters, and many others. Mary-Mitchell Campbell served as music director and Paul Wontorek as director. Available free, but donations accepted for ASTEP (Artists Striving to End Poverty), a nonprofit founded by Campbell and Juilliard students to help youth in underserved communities receive access to arts training.
In honor of Stephen Sondheim's 90th birthday and the 50th anniversary of the Broadway opening of Company, Raúl Esparza, who won a Tony as Bobby in the 2006 revival of the latter, produced this all-star virtual concert of Sondheim's work. The lineup includes performances and tributes from Patti LuPone, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Nathan Lane, Bernadette Peters, Kelli Peters, and many others. Mary-Mitchell Campbell served as music director and Paul Wontorek as director. Available free, but donations accepted for ASTEP (Artists Striving to End Poverty), a nonprofit founded by Campbell and Juilliard students to help youth in underserved communities receive access to arts training.
Lu's Jukebox with Lucinda Williams, episode one All Ages Early Warnings (Music) New Early Warnings (Music) Online
Thu., Oct. 29, 7 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
The singer-songwriter presents "Runnin' Down A Dream: a Tribute to Tom Petty." Livestream at Mandolin (access provided after ticket purchase).
The singer-songwriter presents "Runnin' Down A Dream: a Tribute to Tom Petty." Livestream at Mandolin (access provided after ticket purchase).
CSO Sessions Episode 4: Mozart, Shaw, & Brahms All Ages Early Warnings (Music) New Early Warnings (Music) Online
Through Nov. 20
Classical
Members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra perform work by the three composers as part of the CSO's online subscription series; access provided after ticket purchase.
Members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra perform work by the three composers as part of the CSO's online subscription series; access provided after ticket purchase.
Anne & Mark Burnell Free All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Thursdays, 7 p.m. Continues through Oct. 29
Jazz
Livestream at the Burnell's YouTube channel
Livestream at the Burnell's YouTube channel
Enamour Free Online
Thursdays, 12 p.m.
Dance
The Washington, D.C.-based DJ and producer hosts a weekly DJ livestream set on his Twitch page.
The Washington, D.C.-based DJ and producer hosts a weekly DJ livestream set on his Twitch page.
This Stream Sucks Ass: the Pup Band Livestream Experience Recommended All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Soundboard Online
Fri., Oct. 23, 8 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
The band Pup performs their first livestream show, playing live in Toronto and broadcast via the Hideout's Noonchorus page.
The band Pup performs their first livestream show, playing live in Toronto and broadcast via the Hideout's Noonchorus page.
Music Friendly Distancing featuring Miranda Winters (Melkbelly), Steve Reidell, Kelly Lee Owens & John Cale Free All Ages Early Warnings (Music) New Early Warnings (Music) Online
Fri., Oct. 23, 5 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
The Empty Bottle's online series features Melkbelly's Miranda Winters performing live from the venue's roof, Steve Reidell discussing the Judgement Night soundtrack, and Kelly Lee Owens's music video for "Corner of My Sky." Livestream at the venue's website.
The Empty Bottle's online series features Melkbelly's Miranda Winters performing live from the venue's roof, Steve Reidell discussing the Judgement Night soundtrack, and Kelly Lee Owens's music video for "Corner of My Sky." Livestream at the venue's website.
Pacifica Quartet All Ages Early Warnings (Music) New Early Warnings (Music) Online
Fri., Oct. 23, 7 p.m.
Classical
Livestream link sent after ticket purchase
Livestream link sent after ticket purchase
Kurt Elling All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Fri., Oct. 23, 3 & 8 p.m., Fri., Oct. 30, 3 & 8 p.m. and Fri., Nov. 13, 3 & 8 p.m.
Jazz
Livestream at Mandolin; access provided after ticket purchase.
Livestream at Mandolin; access provided after ticket purchase.
Rufus Wainwright Early Warnings (Music) Online
Fri., Oct. 23, 4 p.m., Fri., Oct. 30, 4 p.m., Fri., Nov. 6, 4 p.m., Fri., Nov. 13, 4 p.m., Fri., Nov. 20, 4 p.m. and Fri., Nov. 27, 4 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream via the Veeps website.
Livestream via the Veeps website.
All Time Low All Ages Early Warnings (Music) New Early Warnings (Music) Online
Fri., Oct. 23, 5 p.m., Fri., Nov. 13, 5 p.m., Fri., Dec. 4, 5 p.m. and Fri., Dec. 18, 5 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream at the band's website; access provided after ticket purchase.
Livestream at the band's website; access provided after ticket purchase.
LP’s Happy Hour featuring Lawrence Peters and guests All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Fridays, 5 p.m. Continues through Nov. 1
Miscellaneous, Podcasts
The country singer and DJ hosts his online weekly talk show in a livestream format, hosted by the Hideout. 10/9 features interviews with Chicago Honky Tonk's J.B. and Caitlin, and illustrator and Reader contributor Ryan Duggan.
The country singer and DJ hosts his online weekly talk show in a livestream format, hosted by the Hideout. 10/9 features interviews with Chicago Honky Tonk's J.B. and Caitlin, and illustrator and Reader contributor Ryan Duggan.
Music Friendly Distancing Free Online
Fridays, 5 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream performances from a variety of musicians, some performing live on the Empty Bottle's roof. Viewable at the Empty Bottle's website and Twitch channel.
Livestream performances from a variety of musicians, some performing live on the Empty Bottle's roof. Viewable at the Empty Bottle's website and Twitch channel.
Friday Night Fuzz Box Free Online
Fridays, 9 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Every Friday night, the Fuzz Box DJs live stream a five-hour set of party music including soul, post-punk, psych, noise-rock, and more.
Every Friday night, the Fuzz Box DJs live stream a five-hour set of party music including soul, post-punk, psych, noise-rock, and more.
School of Rock Chicago Livestream Free All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Sat., Oct. 24, 12 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream hosted by Reggies
Livestream hosted by Reggies
Billie Eilish All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Sat., Oct. 24, 5 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream at Eilish’s website.
Livestream at Eilish’s website.
Sounds of Celebration: an Evening at Home with the CSO featuring Riccardo Muti, Yo-Yo Ma, and more Free All Ages Early Warnings (Music) New Early Warnings (Music) Online
Sat., Oct. 24, 7 p.m.
Classical
Livestream fundraiser for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Livestream fundraiser for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra Free All Ages Early Warnings (Music) New Early Warnings (Music) Online
Sat., Oct. 24, 7 p.m.
Sen Morimoto All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Sat., Oct. 24, 8 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream album release show via Audiotree's Staged series; link access provided after ticket purchase.
Livestream album release show via Audiotree's Staged series; link access provided after ticket purchase.
Shake Rattle & Roll Dueling Pianos 18+ Early Warnings (Music) Online
Sat., Oct. 24, 7 p.m. and Sat., Oct. 31, 7 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream; access provided after ticket purchase.
Livestream; access provided after ticket purchase.
Kathy Mattea All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Sun., Oct. 25, 5 p.m.
Folk & Country
Livestream hosted by City Winery (access provided after ticket purchase).
Livestream hosted by City Winery (access provided after ticket purchase).
Queen! Livestream featuring Honey Dijon, Derrick Carter, Michael Serafini, Garrett David Free All Ages Early Warnings (Music) New Early Warnings (Music) Online
Sun., Oct. 25, 7 p.m.
Dance
Livestream at Smart Bar's Mixcloud; hosted by Lucy Stoole, Nico, and JoJo Baby. Donations will be accepted for Metro and Smart Bar's GoFundMe for their staff, Queen's Quarantine Fund, and Brave Space Alliance.
Livestream at Smart Bar's Mixcloud; hosted by Lucy Stoole, Nico, and JoJo Baby. Donations will be accepted for Metro and Smart Bar's GoFundMe for their staff, Queen's Quarantine Fund, and Brave Space Alliance.
Cold War Kids All Ages Early Warnings (Music) New Early Warnings (Music) Online
Sun., Oct. 25, 8 p.m., Sun., Nov. 8, 8 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 22, 8 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream at No Cap Shows; access provided after ticket purchase.
Livestream at No Cap Shows; access provided after ticket purchase.
Lilly Hiatt All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Mon., Oct. 26, 7 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream at the City Winery’s website.
Livestream at the City Winery’s website.
Califone & Robyn Mineko Williams and more All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Tue., Oct. 27, 8 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream at Audiotree.
Livestream at Audiotree.
Laraaji performs Through Luminous Eyes All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Wed., Oct. 28, 7 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream at Noonchorus (access provided after ticket purchase).
Livestream at Noonchorus (access provided after ticket purchase).
Leslie Mendelson All Ages Early Warnings (Music) Online
Thu., Oct. 29, 6 p.m.
Rock, Pop, Etc
Livestream at City Winery's website.
Livestream at City Winery's website.