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What to watch on TV: Great Performances

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What to watch on TV: Great Performances.  GREAT PERFORMANCES is the longest-running performing arts anthology on television, continues to feature the best in the performing arts. Watch great theater for free from the comfort of your own home. Set your DVRs for Great Performance I set my DVR to … [Read more...] about What to watch on TV: Great Performances

Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week

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Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week. You can find a complete list of events by day on our Calendar page. Below the daily list are about 70 more Free or Cheap Things to do on any day. To keep up with the latest news on deals, discounts and free events in Chicago, sign up for the daily … [Read more...] about Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week

Discount tickets to Fathom Events

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Discount tickets to Fathom Events What are Fathom Events? Fathom Events are special screenings at AMC, Cinemark and Regal Theaters. Fathom Events offers limited showings of “TCM Big Screen Classics” (such as the 75th Anniversary screening of Casablanca.) and live events (such as Metropolitan Opera … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Fathom Events

How to buy Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me tickets

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How to buy Wait Wait Don't Tell Me tickets. If you're a fan of Wait Wait Don't Tell Me the NPR news quiz show and have ever thought about attending a taping here's how it works: Tickets are $30 general admission and $85 for a seat in the first two rows plus a bag of swag.  Tickets go on sale … [Read more...] about How to buy Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me tickets

Free Tuesdays at the MCA

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Free Tuesdays at the MCA. The Museum of Contemporary Art offers free admission for Illinois residents on Tuesdays, year round.  All ages are welcome. From time-to-time they offer discount admission check here. Free and regular admission Tuesdays are free for Illinois residents with valid ID … [Read more...] about Free Tuesdays at the MCA

Cheap Comedy tickets in Chicago

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Cheap Comedy tickets in Chicago. Chicago is home to some world famous comedy clubs.  From FREE to 50% OFF here's some ticket deals we've found: Raunchy Stand-Up Comedy Showcase  Laugh Factory Chicago, Chicago Fresh Humor: "Comedians You Should Know"  Timothy O'Toole's, Chicago "Bible Bingo": … [Read more...] about Cheap Comedy tickets in Chicago

Discount Civic Orchestra Tickets

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Discount Civic Orchestra Tickets.The Civic Orchestra is the training orchestra for the Chicago Symphony.  Civic concerts in Orchestra Hall are free, but tickets are required. A non-refundable $5.00 per ticket service fee applies. Enjoy! The fee is charged whether you buy them online, by … [Read more...] about Discount Civic Orchestra Tickets

Broadway in Chicago $25 on the 25th

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Broadway in Chicago $25 on the 25th. On the 25th of each month, beginning at 12:01AM CST until 11:59 p.m. CST BIC offers $25 tickets for usually one show only. You will end up purchasing the tickets through Ticketmaster so additional ticketing fess apply. Not available in December. The deal is … [Read more...] about Broadway in Chicago $25 on the 25th

Broadway in Chicago Rush Tickets and Lotteries

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Broadway in Chicago Rush Tickets and Lotteries. All theater ticket deals List of  all ways to get Chicago Theater Ticket Deals and Discounts. Current Broadway in Chicago Rush Ticket Deals What are Rush Tickets?Broadway in Chicago (BIC)  is a theatrical production company that presents … [Read more...] about Broadway in Chicago Rush Tickets and Lotteries

Discount Chicago Symphony Orchestra Student Tickets

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Discount Chicago Symphony Orchestra Student Tickets Where: Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan, 312-294-3000 Contact Us The CSO is offering $15 advanced purchase tickets ($20 Walk up tickets) for select performances for students with valid student ID. How it Works: Step 1: Enter promo … [Read more...] about Discount Chicago Symphony Orchestra Student Tickets

Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center

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Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center. The Chicago Cultural Center hosts two free concert series year round at 12:15p-1pm on the 4th Monday and every Wednesday of the month. See schedule below. Chamber Mondays explore a rich diversity of chamber music, featuring Chicago’s most talented … [Read more...] about Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center

AMC Theaters: $6 ticket Tuesdays

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AMC Theaters: $6 ticket Tuesdays AMC "Discount Tuesdays" offers $6 movie tickets all day (w/tax downtown Chicago = $6.72) for AMC Stubs members (join for free) at participating AMC, AMC DINE-IN and AMC CLASSIC locations. Cameo Combos Pair a Cameo popcorn with your choice of a 21 oz. ICEE® or a … [Read more...] about AMC Theaters: $6 ticket Tuesdays

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