Updated: December 16, 2012 6:39AM

HOLIDAY

“Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells”

Presented at 7 p.m. Nov. 16; 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Nov. 17; 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Nov. 18 at Northwestern University’s Mussetter-Struble Theater, 1949 Campus Drive, Evanston. $10; $8 children. Call (847) 491-7282 or visit www.tic.northwestern.edu.

“Madeline’s Christmas”

Nov. 24-Dec. 2, 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, at Gorilla Tango’s Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave. Skokie. $12. Visit www.gorillatango.com or call (773) 598-4549.

Handel’s “Messiah”

Performed by chamber choir Bella Voce and period instrument ensemble The Callipygian Players at 7 p.m. Nov. 16 at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 939 Hinman Ave., Evanston. $40-$45; $15 students. Visit www.bellavoce.org or call (312) 479-1096.

Handel’s “Messiah”

Performed by the Apollo Chorus of Chicago at 7 p.m. Dec. 8 at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. $45, $55. Call (847) 673-6300 or visit www.northshorecenter.org.

“A Christmas Carol”

Chicago actor and musician Frank Babbitt presents the holiday classic as a solo performance with musical underscore at 3 p.m. Dec. 9 at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 205 N. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge. Free-will donations and canned goods will be accepted to help support the Maine Township Food Pantry. Visit www.stlukespr.org or call (847) 825-6659.

Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker

3 p.m. Dec. 2 at Akoo Theatre at Rosemont, 5400 N. River Road, Rosemont. $37.95-$100. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000.

“The Nutcracker SWEET”

Music Institute of Chicago’s family open house, 9 a.m. Dec. 8 at Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Ave., Evanston. At 10 a.m., a performance of “The Nutcracker SWEET” showcases the classical (Tchaikovsky) and jazz (Duke Ellington/Billy Strayhorn) versions of the holiday favorite. $10 per family (up to six family members). Call (847) 905-1500, ext. 108, or visit www.musicinst.org.

“The Nutcracker”

Performed by Salt Creek Ballet at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Dec. 15 and 2 p.m. Dec. 16 at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. $31.50, $39.50. Call (847) 673-6300 or visit www.northshorecenter.org.

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular

Starring The Rockettes, Dec. 14-30 at the Akoo Theatre at Rosemont, 5400 N. River Road, Rosemont. $47.70-$102.55. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000. For information about the theater, visit www.rosemonttheatre.com.

Holiday House Tour

The Norwood Park Historical Society’s 29th annual tour will showcase five local homes decorated for the holidays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 1, starting at the Norwood Park Senior Center, 5801 N. Natoma Ave., where the map is distributed and a slide show features local architecture and history. Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at the door. Free shuttle bus available. Visit www.norwoodparkhistoricalsociety.org or call (773) 631-4633.

Holiday Pops Fantasy

Presented by the Park Ridge Civic Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 28 at the Pickwick Theatre, 5 S. Prospect, Park Ridge. $25; $20 students and seniors. Visit www.parkridgecivicorchestra.org or call (847) 692-PRCO or (847) 823-8861.

“Tis The Season”

The Lakeside Singers perform songs of the season in classical and pop styles, along with an audience sing-along, 8 p.m. Nov. 30 at Music Institute of Chicago’s Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Ave., Evanston. $30; $20 seniors and students; $10 children under 12. Call (847) 382-5085 or visit www.lakesidesingers.com.

Mannheim Steamroller: Christmas

7:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at Akoo Theatre at Rosemont, 5400 N. River Road, Rosemont. $40-$92.30. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000.

“Navidad en México”

Chicago a cappella performs Mexican Christmas music, including Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces and traditional Christmas songs, at 8 p.m. Dec. 1 at Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Ave., Evanston. $28-$35; $22 seniors; $12 students; additional $2 each for tickets purchased at the door. Call (773) 281-7820 or visit www.chicagoacappella.org.

Bittersweet Christmas Band

Performing at 8 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Ethical Humanist Society Coffeehouse, 7574 N. Lincoln, Skokie. $8 includes beverages and pastries. Call (847) 677-3334 or visit www.ethicalhuman.org/coffeehouse.

“The Lost Christmas Eve”

Performed by the Trans-Siberian Orchestra at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dec. 8 at Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. $30, $39, $49, $59, $69. Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000. Parking is $20, cash only. For information, visit www.allstatearena.com.

“Candles and Carols”

The Park Ridge Chorale presents its holiday concert at 7 p.m. Dec. 8 at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 205 N. Prospect, Park Ridge. Advance tickets $16, $14 seniors; at the door $18, $16 seniors; free for children under 18. Call (847) 825-2216 or (847) 823-3958.

73rd annual Holiday Concert

Presented by the Northwestern University Symphony Orchestra and University Chorale at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8 and 3 p.m. Dec. 9 at Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston. Program includes a contemporary setting of the Songs of Mary and Simeon by composer James MacMillan. $12; $6 students. Call (847) 467-4000 or visit www.pickstaiger.org.

A Festival of Lessons and Carols

The story of Christmas is portrayed in readings and carols for brass, strings, organ, percussion and choir, 10:40 a.m. Dec. 9 in Northwestern University’s Alice Millar Chapel, 1870 Sheridan Road, Evanston. Admission is a freewill offering. Call (847) 491-5441.

“Polish Carols, Song & Dance”

Presented by the Lira Ensemble at 3 p.m. Dec. 9 at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. $35, $45, $55. Call (847) 673-6300 or visit www.northshorecenter.org.

An Evanston Symphony Christmas

Presented at 3 p.m. Dec. 9 in the Evanston Township High School auditorium, 1600 Dodge, Evanston. The event features North Shore Choral Society, Evanston Dance Ensemble, Evanston Children’s Choir and the ETHS Concert Choir and A Capella Singers. $25-$40; $10-$15 children under 18; Family Package $70-$100. Visit www.evanstonsymphony.org.

“Holiday Delights”

Presented by a cappella choral ensemble Bella Voce at 4 p.m. Dec. 9 at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 939 Hinman Ave., Evanston. $30-$38; $15 students. Visit http://bellavoce.tix.com or call (877) 755-6277.

“Holiday Treats”

Presented by Rembrandt Chamber Players at 3 p.m. Dec. 9 at Northwestern University’s Alice Millar Chapel, 1870 Sheridan Road, Evanston. Program includes works by Bach and Mozart. $35; $25 for young adults ages 18-30; $10 for students. Call (312) 360-3145 or visit www.rembrandtchamberplayers.org.

“Starlight, Songs and Candles Bright”

Presented by Youth Choral Theater of Chicago at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston. $9-$26. www.youthchoraltheater.org/tickets.

“Making a List: The Secular Songs of Christmas”

Presented by musical theatre historian Charles Troy at 1 p.m. Dec. 5 at Gorilla Tango’s Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave. Skokie. $12 in advance; $14 at the door. Visit www.gorillatango.com or call (773) 598-4549.

New Year’s Eve Runway Ball

Held 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Dec. 31 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare, 9300 Bryn Mawr Ave., Rosemont. The event features live music by bands Dot Dot Dot and 7th Heaven; entry to the Dance Club featuring DJ-SPIN; and access to Red Bar, where Tony Ocean performs Frank Sinatra covers and more. $79. For tickets, visit http://nyerunwayball-PR.eventbrite.com.

STAGE

“Chekhov Shorts, An Evening of One-Acts”

Old World Theatre Company presents works by Anton Chekhov at 8 p.m. Nov. 17 and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at Congregation Kol Emeth, 5130 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. $22; $10 students. Call (312) 857-8487 or visit http://bit.ly/oldworldtheatrecompany.

“Dirty”

The world premiere of Andrew Hinderaker’s “blend of humor, Hendrix and hardcore porn,” through Nov. 18 at The Gift Theatre, 4802 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago. Performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2:30 p.m. Sunday. $25-$30. Call (773) 283-7071 or visit www.thegifttheatre.org.

“Evanston, Which Is Over There: A Tale of Men and Women in the Modern World”

Curious Theatre Branch presents a new play by Beau O’Reilly at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays, through Dec. 16, at The Side Project, 1439 W. Jarvis, Chicago. No performance Nov. 23. $15 or pay what you can at the door. Visit www.curioustheatrebranch.com.

Gorilla Tango’s Skokie Theatre

7924 Lincoln Ave. Skokie. www.gorillatango.com. (773) 598-4549. Through Dec. 21, 7:30 p.m. Fridays: “The Tale of Danny Tanner: A Full House Musical.” $15. Nov. 24-Dec. 15, 6 p.m. Saturdays: “Sleeping Indoors,” a play about a family that adopts a homeless man for the holidays. $15.

“The Odd Couple”

Northlight Theatre presents the Neil Simon comedy through Dec. 9 at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie. Performances are Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. (except Nov. 27); Wednesdays at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (except Nov. 21); Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. (except Nov. 22); Fridays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 2:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. (except Nov. 18 and Dec. 9). Tickets: $25-$72; $15 students. Call (847) 673-6300 or visit www.northlight.org.

“Sandlot”

The musical adaptation of the classic family movie will be presented at 8 p.m. Nov. 15-17 and 3 p.m. Nov. 18 in the Notre Dame College Prep Little Theatre, 7655 W. Dempster St., Niles. For information and tickets, visit www.nddons.org.

“Twelve Angry Women”

Performed at 7 p.m. Nov. 15-17 at Resurrection College Prep High School, 7500 W. Talcott Ave., Chicago. $5. Call (773) 775-6616, ext. 110, or visit www.reshs.org.

“You Can’t Take It With You”

Performed at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15; 8 p.m. Nov. 16-17; and 2 p.m. Nov. 18 at Northwestern University’s Ethel M. Barber Theater, 30 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston. $25; $22 seniors; $10 students. Call (847) 491-7282 or visit www.tic.northwestern.edu.

CLASSICAL

Chicago Chamber Musicians

Presenting “Russian Heartbreak,” works of Prokofiev, Glazunov, Shostakovich and Borodin, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2 at Music Institute of Chicago’s Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Ave., Evanston. $35-$45; free for college students. Call (312) 225-5226 or visit www.chicagochambermusic.org.

Chicago Philharmonic Chamber Players

“Russian Masterworks,” 3 p.m. Nov. 18 at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 205 N. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge. $15 in advance, $10 seniors; $20 at the door, $15 seniors. Free admission for students. Call (866) 811-4111 or visit www.chicagophilharmonic.org.

Da Corneto Opera

Presents Verdi’s “Nabucco” at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 30 at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. $30, $35, $40. Call (847) 673-6300 or visit www.northshorecenter.org.

Lutkin Hall

At Northwestern University, 700 University Place, Evanston. (847) 467-4000. Nov. 29, 7:30 p.m.: Chicago Wind Quintet, $8; $5 students. Dec. 2, 3 p.m.: Northwestern University’s Women’s Chorus sings a variety of works from all eras, exploring the repertoire of music for treble voices. $6; $4 students. Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m.: “Watercolors: Music of Claude Debussy,” performed by Bienen School of Music piano students. $6; $4 students. Dec. 12, 7:30 p.m.: “My Beloved is Mine: Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears,” an art song recital. $8; $5 students.

Alice Millar Chapel

At Northwestern University, 1870 Sheridan Road, Evanston. Information: (847) 491-5441; tickets: (847) 467-4000. Nov. 18, 7 p.m.: Baroque Music Ensemble, “Baroque Fireworks,” works by Bach and Handel. $8; $5 students.

Music of the Baroque

“Bravura Bach,” 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at the First Presbyterian Church, 1427 Chicago Ave., Evanston. Nicholas Kraemer leads the Music of the Baroque Orchestra in a program of instrumental works by Johann Sebastian Bach. $27-$75. Call (312) 551-1414 or visit www.baroque.org.

Music Institute of Chicago

Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Ave., Evanston. (847) 905-1500. www.musicinst.org. Nov. 17, 7:30 p.m.: Ensemble-in-residence WarnerNuzova — American cellist Wendy Warner and Russian pianist Irina Nuzova — play works by Beethoven, Janáček and Prokofiev. $30; $20 seniors; $10 students.

The New Northshore Chamber Orchestra

Performing at 3:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at the Unitarian Church, 1330 Ridge, Evanston. The program includes works by Glinka, Tchaikovsky and Mussorgsky. $15; free for ages 18 years and younger. Call (847) 864-2288 or visit www.northshorechamberorchestra.org.

North Shore Choral Society

“Songs of Praise and Thanksgiving,” 4 p.m. Nov. 18 at Vineyard Christian Church, 2495 Howard Street, Evanston. The Choral Society and the Oakdale Christian Academy Concert Choir from Chicago’s south side will perform spirituals, gospel and inspirational songs. $25; $22 seniors; $15 students. Visit www.northshorechoral.org or call (773) 956-8400.

Northwest Symphony Orchestra

“An Evening at the Ballet — Music that Inspires the Ballet,” 3:30 p.m. Nov. 18 in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Maine West High School, 1755 S. Wolf Road, Des Plaines. Pre-concert commentary by Carolyn Paulin, WFMT program host, at 2:30 p.m. $20; $15 seniors; $10 students. Children under age 14 admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult. Visit www.northwestsymphony.org.

The Orion Ensemble

Presents “A Night at the Opera,” featuring works by Wagner and Verdi, at 3 p.m. Dec. 2 at Music Institute of Chicago’s Nichols Hall, 1490 Chicago Ave., Evanston. $26; $23 seniors; $10 students; free children 12 and younger. Call (630) 628-9591 or visit www.orionensemble.org.

Pick-Staiger Concert Hall

At Northwestern University, 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston. Information: (847) 491-5441; tickets: (847) 467-4000. www.pickstaiger.org. Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m.: Northwestern University Symphony Orchestra performs Alexander Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 2 and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 8 in C Minor. $8; $5 students. Nov. 18, 3 p.m.: Percussion Ensemble, conducted by She-e Wu. $6; $4 students. Dec. 2, 3 p.m.: Concert Band performs band standards. $6; $4 students. Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m.: Philharmonia performs music of Vasily Kalinnikov and Bizet. $6; $4 students. Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m.: Bienen Contemporary/Early Vocal Ensemble, “At Winter’s Edge,” a performance of early and contemporary vocal music in the spirit of winter. $6; $4 students. Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m.: Contemporary Music Ensemble. $6; $4 students. Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m.: Northwestern University Chamber Orchestra performs works by Mozart, Glazunov and Hindemith. $6; $4 students. Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m.: Symphonic Band, $6; $4 students. Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m.: Keyboard Conversations, “Claude Debussy: Clair de lune, Fireworks and Beyond,” presented by pianist Jeffrey Siegel. $22; $16 students.

Skokie Valley Symphony Orchestra

Performing selections from “The Nutcracker” and works by Prokofiev and Borodin at 3 p.m. Dec. 2 at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. $30-$35; $27-$32 seniors; $14 students; $41 box seats. Visit www.svso.org.

POP/FOLK/JAZZ

Akoo Theatre at Rosemont

5400 N. River Road, Rosemont. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000. For information about the theater, visit www.rosemonttheatre.com. Nov. 17, 8 p.m.: Australian Pink Floyd. Nov. 23, 8 p.m.: Leonard Cohen. $27.50-$250. Dec. 7, 8 p.m.: Distant Worlds: Music from Final Fantasy. $57.45-$180.45. Dec. 8, 8 p.m.: Johnny Mathis. $77.95-$108.70. Dec. 9, 7 p.m.: Multi-platinum rock bands Daughtry and 3 Doors Down, with P.O.D. $40, $50, $60.

Allstate Arena

6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000. For information, visit www.allstatearena.com. Parking is $20, cash only. Nov. 29-30, 7:30 p.m.: The Who: Quadrophenia and More. $39.50, $59.50, $80.50, $129.50. April 6: Maroon 5 with special guests Neon Trees and Owl City.

Chambers

6881 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles. (847) 647-8282. www.thechambersonline.com. Music at 9 p.m. No cover, unless noted otherwise. Nov. 16: Tony Smith Show (Motown/blues). $5. Nov. 17: Ronnie Ross Show. Nov. 23: Rick Lindy & the Wild Ones (oldies). $5. Nov. 24: Sonny “G” Quartet (Sinatra). Nov. 30: Bonnie Bridges. Dec. 1: The Meteors (oldies). $5.

Gorilla Tango’s Skokie Theatre

7924 Lincoln Ave. Skokie. www.gorillatango.com. (773) 598-4549. Nov. 18, 4 p.m.: The Ryan Erik Adamsons Medium Ensemble, a 12-piece modern jazz ensemble based in Chicago. $10.

InterContinental Chicago O’Hare Hotel

Montrose Room, 5300 N. River Road, Rosemont. (847) 544-5300. www.montroseroom.com. Nov. 30, 8:30 p.m.: The Neverly Brothers (rockabilly, R&B). $10, $15.

Mayne Stage

1328 W. Morse Ave. in Rogers Park, Chicago. (773) 381-4554. www.maynestage.com. Nov. 16, 8 p.m.: Jamaican Oldies Weekend with Pat Kelly with Green Room Rockers and DJ Chuck Wren. One-day pass $25; two-day pass $40. Nov. 17, 8 p.m.: Jamaican Oldies Weekend with Stranger Cole with The Prizefighters, Soul Radics and DJ Chuck Wren. One-day pass $25; two-day pass $40. Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m.: Bow Wow Wow and Men Without Hats (‘80s new wave). $32. Nov. 21, 8:30 p.m.: The Rezillos with Tutu & the Pirates and Regal Standard, $25. Dec. 31, 10:30 p.m.: New Year’s Eve with JC Brooks and The Uptown Sound. $65 reserved VIP seating includes champagne toast at midnight, party favors and signed poster; $45 general admission.

North Shore Center for the Performing Arts

9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. (847) 673-6300. www.northshorecenter.org. Dec. 6, 8 p.m.: Jazz artists Chick Corea (piano) and Gary Burton (vibraphone) are joined by the Harlem String Quartet to present fused jazz and classical chamber music. $60-$80.

Oakton Community College Performing Arts Center

1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines. (847) 635-1900. Nov. 16, 8 p.m.: Oakton Community College Jazz Band. $5; $3 students and seniors.

Pick-Staiger Concert Hall

At Northwestern University, 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston. Information: (847) 491-5441; tickets: (847) 467-4000. www.pickstaiger.org. Nov. 29, 7:30 p.m.: “An Evening with John Medeski.” $18; $10 students.

S.P.A.C.E.

1245 Chicago Ave., Evanston. www.evanstonspace.com. (847) 492-8860. Shows at 8 p.m., unless noted otherwise. Nov. 16: Unknown Hinson (country/rock). $17/$20. Nov. 17, 7 p.m.: Duncan Sheik (pop). $22-$42. Nov. 17, 10 p.m.: Jeffrey Lewis & the Junkyard. $10/$12. Nov. 18: Kris Delmhorst (folk/Americana). $15/$18/$26. Nov. 21: Syl Johnson: Legend of Chicago Blues, $15/$18. Nov. 23: Rickie Lee Jones, $38-$84. Nov. 24, 7 p.m.: Nicholas Barron in The Studios at SPACE, $20. Nov. 24: Tommy Castro & the Painkillers (blues/rock). $17/$20. Nov. 25, 7 p.m.: Tuck & Patti (jazz). $20/$30/$40. Nov. 27: Billy Martin & Wil Blades Duo, featuring Billy Martin of Medeski, Martin & Wood (experimental jazz/funk). $15/$18/$25. Nov. 28, 7:30 p.m.: Dan Bern and Robbie Fulks with Jenny Scheinman (rock/country). $20/$24. Nov. 29: Allison Miller’s Boom Tic Boom featuring Myra Melford, Jenny Scheinman and Todd Sickafoose (jazz). $12/$15. Nov. 30, 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.: Irma Thomas (soul). $25-$65. Dec. 1-2, 7 p.m.: Guitarist Leo Kottke, $30-$62. Dec. 3: The Last Bison (indie/folk). $10/$12. Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m.: Judith Owen & Harry Shearer’s Holiday Sing-A-Long. $22/$25. Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m.: Celtic Tenors, $30-$70. Dec. 6: Melissa Ferrick (folk). $25/$30. Dec. 7: Bonnie Koloc (folk). $20-$40. Dec. 9, 3 p.m.: Christine Lavin and Uncle Bonsai (folk). $15/$18. Dec. 9, 7 p.m.: Raul Midon (Latin). $18/$20. Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m.: Foiled Again (jazz/folk). $15/$20. Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m.: Adrianne Gonzalez, Maia Sharp, Garrison Starr (pop/rock). $12/$14. Dec. 12: Dave Specter Holiday Blues Party with Tad Robinson. $12/$15. Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m.: Mindy Smith (country/alternative). $18/$22. Dec. 15: Mud Morganfield (blues). $12/$15. Dec. 16, 7 p.m.: The Klezmatics (klezmer). $18-$36. Dec. 18, 7:30 p.m.: Raul Malo (country/salsa). $22-$42. Dec. 21: Delbert McClinton (blues/rock). $40-$85. Dec. 29: Ezra Furman & His Band (pop). $12/$15. Dec. 30, 6 p.m.: The Flat Five (pop/rock). $15-$35. Dec. 31, 10 p.m.: Alejandro Escovedo (roots/rock). $65-$95. Jan. 4: Susan Werner (folk). $20-$40. Jan. 5: Otis Clay CD release show (soul). $15-$35. Jan. 6, 7 p.m.: Eric Michaels Organ Trio (blues/jazz/rock). $10/$12. Jan. 11: Chris Smither, $22/$25. Jan. 12, 7 p.m.: Megon McDonough & Friends performing the music of Dan Fogelberg. $15/$20. Jan. 12, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.: Seth Glier in the Studios at SPACE, $10/$15. Jan. 16, 7:30 p.m.: Teitur (folk). $15/$18. Jan. 17, 7:30 p.m.: Kelly Joe Phelps (blues). $15/$18. Jan. 18: Booker T Jones (blues/rock). $28-$68. Jan. 19: Eddy The Chief Clearwater (blues). $15/$18. Jan. 20, 3 p.m.: “Songs of a Catholic Childhood,” a show from Jamie O’Reilly and Michael Smith. $18/$20. Jan. 20, 7 p.m.: Aoife O’Donovan and Gabe Kahane, backed by Casey Foubert. $12/$15. Jan. 26, 7 p.m.: The Jill & Julia Show. $18-$38.. Jan. 27, 7 p.m.: Sixpence None The Richer (pop/rock). $22/$25. Jan. 29, 7:30 p.m.: Albert Lee (country/rock). $17/$20. Feb. 7, 7:30 p.m.: Tift Merritt (folk). $22/$25. Feb. 8, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.: Judy Collins (folk). $40-$85.

“The Sun, Moon and Stars”

A brunch featuring music from the American songbook, Broadway and opera performed by soprano Eileen Berman, 1 p.m. Nov. 18 in Oakton Community College’s TenHoeve Center, 1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines. $25. Reservations required; call (847) 635-1900.

ART GALLERIES

DoubleTree Hotel

9599 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. Nov. 17, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.: Simply Chicago Art Holiday Show. Visit www.SimplyChicagoArt.com.

Oakton Community College

Koehnline Museum of Art, 1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines. (847) 635-2633. www.oakton.edu/museum. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays. Through Nov. 21: “ID Show 2012,” featuring paintings, photography, ceramics, and digital art by Oakton Community College’s art faculty members.

Skokie Art Guild

“Members Only” fall exhibit, on display through Nov. 17 throughout the Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St. Call Steve Gal, (847) 673-4450 or visit www.skokieartguild.org.

AUDITIONS & OPPORTUNITIES

James Downing Theatre

Holding auditions for “Little Women” 7-10 p.m. Nov. 28 at Edison Park United Methodist Church, 6740 N. Oliphant Ave., Chicago, and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 1 at Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School, 4300 N. Winchester, Chicago. Seeking to cast six women and four men. Production dates Feb. 16-March 23. Submit headshot and resume to coreyl.mills@yahoo.com; include preferred audition date and time.

Music Institute of Chicago

Seeking submissions for its Generation Next Young Composer’s Competition, open to ages 10-18. Prizes range from $75 to $350. In addition, winners will hear their works performed live at Nichols Concert Hall and become eligible for scholarships to participate in the Music Institute’s Composer’s Lab. Deadline for submissions is Dec. 15. Call Sue Polutnik, (847) 905-1500, ext. 122.

Evanston Children’s Choir

Seeking six high school singers for an internship program with its Concert Choir beginning January 2013. Interns would be full members of the Concert Choir and would have additional responsibilities functioning as section leaders for each of the three vocal sections. Benefits include community service hours and free tuition, normally $205 per semester. Interested singers must audition/interview with director Gary Geiger. Call (847) 733-0814 or e-mail gary@evanstonchildrenschoir.org.

Canzonetta Youth Orchestra

Seeking musicians to audition for the 2012-13 music season. Directed by Hilel Kagan, Canzonetta is a chamber orchestra that offers specialized instruction for children interested in developing their orchestral skills. Training Orchestra, for 7- to 10-year-olds with beginning orchestral experience, meets from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Saturdays. The Intermediate Orchestra, for 10- to 13-year-olds with more advanced training, meets from 3-4:30 p.m. Sundays. The Senior Orchestra, for high school students who are advanced musicians, meets from 1-3 p.m. Sundays. All three orchestras rehearse at the Wilmette Recreation Center, 3000 Glenview Road. There will be at least four concerts throughout the year. To make an audition appointment, call Helia Schramm, (847) 328-0570.

Norwood Park Historical Society

Accepting applications from crafters, artists, and high-quality chefs/bakers to fill positions at the 25th annual Victoria’s Holiday Boutique, a fund-raiser for the nonprofit organization, to be held Nov. 28-Dec. 2 at 5624 N. Newark Ave., Chicago. Fee is $35-$65 per space, and each seller must donate 15% commission on sales. During the event, crafters must commit to a minimum of five hours to working the sale. Handmade or homemade items only. Call (773) 631-4633 or e-mail info@norwoodparkhistoricalsociety.org.

Christmas in Park Ridge Boutique

Seeks crafters for the event, to be held from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 7-8 at Park Ridge Presbyterian Church, Crescent and Delphia. Space rental $20-$80, plus 10% of sales. Call (847) 823-0920. Application deadline is Dec. 1.

BENEFITS

Keshet Concert & Comedy 2012

Featuring Grammy Award winner Buddy Guy and comedian Elon Gold, 8 p.m. Nov. 17 at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. Proceeds benefit Keshet, an organization that supports children with disabilities. Tickets start at $85. Call (847) 205-1234.

CHILD’S PLAY

“Annie”

At 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 8; 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Dec. 9; 7 p.m. Dec. 14 and 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 15 at the Youth Company Chicago Studios, 5340 W. Lawrence Ave., Chicago (Jefferson Park). Visit www.youthcompanychicago.org or call (312) 324-3700.

“Cinderella”

Presented by Petite Opera at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 16-17 at Mary Wilson House Beyer Auditorium, 306 S. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge. $25; $22 seniors; $15 students; free for children 5 and under. Call (847) 553-4442 or visit www.petiteopera.org.

Fall Youth Circus

At 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17 and 3 p.m. Nov. 18 at the Actors Gymnasium at Noyes Cultural Art Center, 927 Noyes St., Evanston. $12.50, $15. Visit www.actorsgymnasium.com.

Kids Fare series

Featuring hour-long concerts for children ages 3-8 and their families, at Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, unless noted otherwise. (847) 467-4000. www.pickstaiger.org. All Kids Fare concerts begin at 10:30 a.m. Tickets: $6; $4 for children. Nov. 17: “All About Brass,” with Northwestern University’s Brass Ensemble.

Lincolnwood Public Library

4000 W. Pratt Ave. (847) 677-5277. www.lincolnwoodlibrary.org. Nov. 19, 3:30 p.m.: “Madagascar 3.”

North Shore Center for the Performing Arts

9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. (847) 673-6300. www.northshorecenter.org. Nov. 16 and 18: Chicago Children’s Theatre presents “Harold & the Purple Crayon.” Performances at 10 a.m., noon and 6:30 p.m. Friday; and 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sunday. $16.50, $27.50, $37.50 and $42.50.

COMEDY

Allstate Arena

6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000. For information, visit www.allstatearena.com. Parking is $20, cash only. Dec. 27, 7:30 p.m.: Standup comedian Jeff Dunham — “Disorderly Conduct” World Tour. $46.50.

Gorilla Tango’s Skokie Theatre

7924 Lincoln Ave. Skokie. www.gorillatango.com. (773) 598-4549. Through Dec. 29, 9 p.m. Saturdays, except show starts at 11 p.m. Dec. 1 and 15: “Holy Bouncing Boobies! A Batman Burlesque.” 18 and over. $20. Dec. 15, 9 p.m.: “The Meshuganas,” a stand-up comedy revue featuring Hollie and Steve Himmelman. $20.

Zanies Comedy Club

5437 Park Place, Rosemont. http://rosemont.zanies.com. Showtimes at 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; 8 p.m. and 10:15 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Two-item food/beverage minimum. Nov. 16: Drew Carey and Butch Bradley. Nov. 17: Drew Carey. Nov. 21, 23-24 and 28-29: Patti Vasquez. Nov. 30 and Dec. 1: Richard Lewis. Dec. 5-6: Lenny Schmidt. Dec. 7-8: Norm MacDonald. Dec. 12: Michael Issac. Dec. 13-14: Larry Reeb. Dec. 15: Chris Hardwick. Dec. 19-22: Kevin Bozeman. Dec. 27-28: Russ Williamson. Dec. 29: Hannibal Buress. Dec. 30: Michael Palascak. Dec. 31: Fortune Feimster.

DANCE

Gorilla Tango’s Skokie Theatre

7924 Lincoln Ave. Skokie. www.gorillatango.com. (773) 598-4549. Nov. 17, 7 p.m.: Young Choreographer’s Showcase, hosted by Suburban Dance Collection. $20.

Leikarringen Heimhug Norwegian Folk Dancers

Meet weekly, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, at Norwood Crossing, 6016 N. Nina, Chicago. New members, age 16 and older, welcome. No dance experience needed, just interest in Scandinavian folk dance. Call (847) 823-7596 or e-mail kronmo815@gmail.com; or (847) 692-6616 or karlp57@aol.com.

“The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe”

Presented by Evanston Dance Ensemble at 7 p.m. Nov. 30 and 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Dec. 1-2 at Northwestern University’s Josephine Louis Theatre, 20 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston. $22; $15 children, students and seniors. Call (847) 491-7282 or visit www.tic.northwestern.edu.

Line dancing

For all ages, held from 7-10 p.m. every Tuesday at the White Eagle Banquet Hall, 6839 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles. Beginner lessons are at 7:30 p.m. and new dance or review at 8 p.m. Admission: $7; $5 for ages 17 and under. Call (847) 965-6353 or e-mail at somedaydd@att.net.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Winter Arts & Crafts Expo

Held Nov. 16-Dec. 19 at the Evanston Art Center, 2603 Sheridan Road, Evanston. Expo hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday; noon-4 p.m. Sundays. Closed Thanksgiving. Preview party, 6-9 p.m. Nov. 16, $30 in advance; $35 at the door. Silent auction, Nov. 16-18. Family Open House, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 24. Girl’s Night Out, 6-9 p.m. Nov. 29. Jewelry Fest, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 1. “Shop Your Cause” Night, 6-9 p.m. Dec. 5. Men’s Shopping Day, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 15. EAC Student Expo, Dec. 1-19. Visit www.evanstonartcenter.org.

Art Encounter’s Holiday Market

Held 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 17 in a historic Evanston home, 1100 Ridge Ave. $5 admission (can be applied to purchase). Visit www.artencounter.org.

FILM

Lincolnwood Public Library

4000 W. Pratt Ave. (847) 677-5277. www.lincolnwoodlibrary.org. Nov. 16, 1 p.m.: “Prometheus.” Nov. 29, 10:30 a.m.: “Shakespeare High.” Nov. 29, 1 p.m.: “An American in Paris.” Nov. 30, 1 p.m.: “The Amazing Spider-Man.”

Northwest Chicago Film Society

Classic Film Series is held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, unless otherwise noted, at the Portage Theater, 4050 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago. Admission is $5. Visit www.northwestchicagofilmsociety.org. Nov. 21: Comedy double feature, “Monkey Business” (1931) and “The Man on the Flying Trapeze” (1935). Nov. 28: “The Beguiled” plus The Three Stooges in “Uncivil Warriors” (1935). Dec. 5: “Upstream” (1927) with live organ accompaniment by Jay Warren. Dec. 12: “The Saga of Anatahan” (1953). Dec. 19: “The Night of the Hunter” (1955) plus the cartoon “Holiday Land” (1934).

ORGANIZATIONS

International Brotherhood of Magicians Ring 43

Meeting at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 16 in the auditorium at Saint Francis Hospital, 355 Ridge Ave., Evanston. Oscar Munoz, award-winning illusionist and humorist, will perform and teach. Guests $15 which can be applied to membership. Contact Robert K. Miller at (847) 272-3850 or visit www.ring43.org.

Skokie Photographic Society

Meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at the Village Hall, 5127 Oakton St., Skokie. All levels of photographic skill are welcome. Call (847) 677-8324 for information.

20th Century Club of Park Ridge

Hosting The Shakespeare Project of Chicago’s “50-Minute Hamlet” at 1 p.m. Nov. 20 at the Presbyterian Church, Delphia and Crescent avenues. $2 visitor fee. Call (847) 823-8784.

WORKSHOPS & CLASSES

Skokie Art Guild

Offering figure drawing workshops from 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays at the Devonshire Cultural Center, 4400 Greenwood, Skokie. Live models; no instructor. Fee per session is $20; $12 for members. Call Steve Gal, (847) 673-4450, or visit www.skokieartguild.org.

ET CETERA

Allstate Arena

6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000. For information, visit www.allstatearena.com. Parking is $20, cash only. Jan. 12-13: Professional Bull Riders 2013 PBR Built Ford Tough Series, featuring the top 35 bull riders in the world. $15, $35, $50, $75 and $125.

MUSEUMS

Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center

9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. (847) 967-4889. www.ilholocaustmuseum.org. Admission: $12; $8 for students and senior citizens; $6 for children ages 5-11. Special exhibitions are free with museum admission. Through Jan. 6: “Spies, Traitors and Saboteurs: Fear and Freedom in America,” a creation of the International Spy Museum. The exhibit explores how the United States should balance civil liberties and individual rights during times of conflict, crisis and fear. At interactive stations following the themes of the exhibition — revolution, sabotage, hate, radicalism, world war, subversion, protest, extremism and terrorism — visitors are able to record their opinions on issues of national security and civil liberties and compare their reactions to those of past Gallup polling results. Dec. 2, 1:30 p.m.: In Conversation With ... Holocaust survivor Estelle Laughlin. A book signing follows. Free with museum admission; reservations recommended. Dec. 6, 6:30 p.m.: Holocaust scholar and Northwestern University History Department chairman Peter Hayes will discuss “What Took So Long? The Wrangle Over Holocaust Restitution Since 1945.” Free with museum admission; reservations recommended.

Skokie Heritage Museum

8031 Floral Ave., Skokie. (847) 674-1500, ext. 3000. www.skokieparks.org. Through Dec. 28: “The Art of Hal Foster.” The exhibit, from the collection of Skokie resident Sid Weiskirch, presents the work of comic book artist Hal Foster.

Mitchell Museum of the American Indian

3001 Central St., Evanston. (847) 475-1030. www.mitchellmuseum.org. Admission is $5; $3 for senior citizens, students and children. Free admission for Mitchell Museum members and tribal members; and on the first Friday of every month. Admission includes all exhibits and events, unless stated otherwise. Through Jan. 6: “Changing Views of American Indian Fine Art.” Through Aug. 25, 2013: “The War of 1812: Fighting for Their Homeland.” Through maps, timelines, document reproductions, and graphics, the exhibit will provide an overview of the causes and significant events of the War of 1812, including Chicago’s Battle of Fort Dearborn.

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