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Is The Windy City Ready For Some Burlesque?
In case you haven't been to any plush clubs reminiscent of boudoirs lately, we need to remind you that burlesque performances are hot, and we mean in both sexual appeal and popularity. If you can't pony up the major dough for a private performance from Dita von Teese however, perhaps a more pedestrian introduction to burlesque theater would do, and luckily that is exactly what the Teatro Zinzanni offers at their locations in Seattle and San Francisco.
Soon enough, a third city will be added to the Zinzanni's list of locations as Chicago's Block 37 development closes a deal with the club. Currently the windy city is getting windy about the fact that this "bawdy and acrobatic burlesque show," whose tickets for the five-course meal and entertainment average $145 per person, will be located on city property. We say oh well; at least it's not becoming a David Barton gym as originally planned.
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All Of The Nation's A Stage For A Free Night Of Theater On Oct. 15
Gleeks and other theater nerds will be thrilled to know that they can catch complimentary shows in more than 120 cities across the country on October 15, the designated Free Night of Theater. But theater newbies benefit, too. They get a chance to dip their feet in the theater pool instead of having to dive right in and become full-fledged patrons of the arts.
The fifth annual Free Night aims to expose theater to the masses, especially those demographics that are typically underrepresented in theater audiences. It's the perfect time to try out a new company that you've been meaning to see or one that you've never even heard of. Offerings include everything from experimental companies to musical-theater troupes, and ballet companies to classical music concerts.
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Proof That Hugh Jackman And Daniel Craig Are Really On Broadway Together
Having trouble distinguishing between movies and plays? In a movie, the characters don't berate you if your cell phone goes off, as one Broadway audience member found out this week while watching Hugh Jackman and Daniel Craig tread the boards together.
Jackman and Craig are currently starring in "A Steady Rain," a Chicago-imported drama about two cops who get into some off-duty trouble. Last Wednesday, they didn't even break accent (Jackman's is better, for the record) to call out an etiquette-challenged patron who didn't turn off a ringing cell phone (which proceeded to go off again). Thanks to TMZ, you can watch the video here, and we beg you, do not be that guy. Or, for that matter, the guy videotaping an entire show from his seat—this isn't U2 at Giants Stadium!
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Hugh Jackman And Daniel Craig On Broadway Makes For A Theatre-Crazy August
The glitz and the glamour of the Great White Way has dazzled many a visitor to New York CIty, but you want something... more. You don't mind seeing a little of the magic dissipated if it means you get a glimpse into what goes on when the show must go on. Prove you're not the average Playbill-collecting fan with these New York theater excursions:
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The Best Travel-Related Bets At New York's Fringe Theatre Festival
The New York Fringe Festival may not be as big as Edinburgh's blowout bash held in the same month, but the deals are just as sterling: Two weeks of shows begin this Friday, August 14, with all tickets at a very reasonable $15—unless you get a pass like the "Fiver" (five shows for $70) or the "Lunatic" (as many shows as you want for $500).
We recommend at least making the trip for these Four Top Fringe Fest NYC Shows:
· "The Antarctic Chronicles"
How writer-performer Jessica Manuel ended up on the other side of the world, and what she learned about herself once she got there. A must-see for you cold-weather fans. (At The Players Loft, 115 MacDougal St.)
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Overcoming The Five Common Mistakes Tourists Make In Chicago
There’s so much to do in this bustling city, but without some guidance visitors seem to miss out on the full Chicago experience. Since we've got mad love for the Windy City, we'll help you out with some hints at enjoying the local side of life while still getting your tourist kicks. Jaunted's list of Five Common Mistakes Tourists Make While Visiting Chicago:
· Waiting in long lines to get to the top of the John Hancock Center.
Get out of the long queues for the observatory. Instead, use the $15 admission fee on a Peach Cosmo at The Signature Lounge on the 96th floor, where you can kick back and drink in the gorgeous city views for free. Stick to drinks in the lounge however, since the food in the restaurant (The Signature Room) isn't anything to write home about.
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Jaunted's Picks For Must-See Masterpieces At The Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Where were you when the largest art festival in the world started this weekend? The 62nd annual Edinburgh Fringe Festival brings performers from all over the world to Scotland for two weeks of doing whatever their muses lead them to do, for lucky audiences who don't mind waiting in line and drinking many, many beers. With most shows under £10, it's a cheap way to catch a show which could one day be sitting pretty on the West End, also known as the Broadway of London.
Our picks among the thousands of offerings this year:
· "The B.F.G."
Honor the U.K.'s own Roald Dahl with this puppet masterpiece for all ages about a man of unusual size and his new best friend. At Augustine's, 41 George V Bridge. Tickets £7.
