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Brian Regan looking for laughs at Genesee Theatre

Telling stories in a way that transforms everyday happenings from mundane to laugh-out-loud funny is just part of Brian Regan’s charm. The stand-up comedian will show people the other part on Friday, Nov. 4, at Genesee Theatre in Waukegan. Attendees can expect fresh material from his new album “All ... Read More »

Critic's Choice: Emotions run high in 'Clybourne Park'

CHICAGO – Bruce Norris’ provocative “Clybourne Park” takes a sizzling look at racial tensions that bubble up when a neighborhood undergoes dramatic change. The play, which won

Tom's Cookbook Library: A handy slow-cooker soup cookbook

Cooking instructor Lynn Alley, who already has "The Gourmet Slow Cooker and The Gourmet Vegetarian Slow Cooker" to her credit, has just released a third book, "50 Simple So

Critic's Choice: ‘Red’ puts artist Mark Rothko in the frame

CHICAGO – In “Red,” playwright John Logan’s stimulating play about Mark Rothko, the renowned Abstract Expressionist describes his art as “10 percent putting paint on canvas, w

Lakelife News

Mystery Diner: Stepping into Lake County’s little Korea

The world of Korean barbecue restaurants has always mystified me. You can order things that cook themselves, things you cook on a grill on the table, things you cook in a vat ... Read More »

Theater

Critic's Choice: Emotions run high in 'Clybourne Park'

CHICAGO – Bruce Norris’ provocative “Clybourne Park” takes a sizzling look at racial tensions that bubble up when a neighborhood undergoes dramatic change. The play, which won ... Read More »

Movies

Classic Cinemas to screen movies for $1

FOX LAKE – Classic Cinemas Theatre, 115 Towne Centre Lane, in Fox Lake is kicking off its "Wednesday Morning Movie Series" on June 15 with a screening of "Despicable Me." Each ... Read More »

Best Bet: Film festival coming to Genesee

WAUKEGAN – A once-a-year, unique opportunity is what Pepe Vargas, founder of the Chicago Latino Film Festival, says he is bringing to the Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., ... Read More »

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