AMAZING JOURNEY

A tribute to The Who's Tommy

Amazing Journey is the premier tribute band dedicated to recreating the music of one of rock 'n' roll’s most legendary bands, The Who. Specializing in the iconic rock opera Tommy plus a dynamic collection of The Who's greatest hits, the band offers fans an electrifying experience that transports them back to the golden age of rock.

Amazing Journey’s formation came about when a group of passionate musicians—each with a deep admiration for The Who—began to experiment with bringing the band’s timeless sound to life. The core members, all seasoned performers in their own right, shared a love for the music of Townshend, Daltrey, Entwistle, and Moon. They were united by a common challenge and vision: to recreate the unmistakable magic of The Who’s live performances and bring the story of Tommy to audiences in a way that is both authentic and fresh.

At the heart of Amazing Journey’s repertoire is Tommy, The Who's 1969 rock opera that redefined the boundaries of both music and storytelling. The band’s live performances of Tommy are a thrilling journey through the narrative of the deaf, dumb, and blind boy, exploring themes of trauma, redemption, and the search for identity. The band’s commitment to precision ensures that every note, every scream, and every dramatic moment from the original album is faithfully represented, while also tapping into The Who’s energy and rawness of their iconic live performances.

While Tommy is a centerpiece, The Tommy Experience also brings to life a wide array of The Who's greatest hits, from their early mod anthems like "My Generation" and "I Can’t Explain" to later masterpieces like “Bargain” and “5:15”

Come on the Amazing Journey. And learn all you should know

For all the moms and the people who love them...

Chicago Street Theatre is excited to expand our comedy night offerings by hosting Chicago area's own, Bad Momz of Comedy. These funny ladies sell out wherever they appear. Don't wait! Reserve your seats now!

Please note! We all know how moms can get so this is an 18 and over only show!

Lobby opens at 6:00 PM

Doors at 6:30 PM

Chicago Street Lineup:

Lia Berman is a mother, coffee drinker, wife, and unapologetic Dave Matthews Band fan. She has run the Logan Lounge Open Mic in Chicago for 13 years and is currently a co-producer of Backroom Comedy. She has brought her comedy to the Zanies, and Laugh Factory stages as well as other venues in the Chicago-land area. Most recently Lia made a national TV debut on THE KELLY CLARKSON show with THE BAD MOMZ of COMEDY.

Avril Granato is a Chicago comic and mom born and raised in the city. She’s a proud product of CPS (Chicago public Schools) and an unfortunate die-hard Bears fan. She started out by taking Fem Com classes at The Lincoln Lodge and has since performed at The Laugh Factory, Zanies, Holiday Club, My Buddy’s and has performed with Bad Momz of Comedy all over the Chicago-land area. She has opened for SNL alum Nora Dunn. She loves stand-up because it gives her a reason to wear her flannels from her grunge days.

Amy Sumpter has an album on Band Camp and has performed all over the Midwest. She is also in an all-female Beastie Boy tribute band called She's Crafty.

Kristen Toomey’s standup career began in 2008. Since then she has headlined comedy clubs all over North America and the UK. Her recent Micro Special, produced by Zanies Chicago, was well received with over 300K views. Currently, with back to back viral reels amassing 16M+ views, her follower count continues to skyrocket.

Kristen's comedy style is unapologetically truthful and energetic, earning her the title of "Chicago Original" by The A.V. Club. Her debut album, "Mother. Fucker," hit #1 on iTunes, cementing her status as a force to be reckoned with.

She can be seen regularly at the top clubs in New York and Chicago like The Stand, New York Comedy Club, Zanies and Laugh Factory. Kristen has performed at numerous festivals such as the prestigious Just For Laughs in Montreal, 312 Comedy Festival, Oddball Festival, Flyover in St. Louis and more. She has opened for Chris Redd, Janelle James, Kyle Kinane, Natasha Leggero, Kevin Nealon, and April Macie.

You can currently see her standup on Kevin Hart’s LOL! Network and Comedy In Color streaming on Peacock.

Shakespeare in Love

Jovanina Wilson

Fundraiser!

Based on the screenplay by Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard

Adapted for the stage by Lee Hall

Music by Paddy Cunneen

Directed by Lisa Formosa-Parmigiano

We are so excited to conclude our 70th season with this tribute to the Bard, and especially excited to honor Jovanina Wilson with this opening night fundraiser! Jovanina was a rising star at Chicago Street who left us way too soon.

SEE JOVANINA.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION

About the play:

Young Will Shakespeare has writer's block. The deadline for his new play is fast approaching, but he's in desperate need of inspiration. That is, until he finds his muse... the feisty, brilliant and beautiful Viola. This crafty young woman is Will’s greatest admirer and will stop at nothing (including breaking the law) to appear in his next play. Against a bustling background of mistaken identity, ruthless scheming and backstage theatrics, Will’s love for Viola quickly blossoms, inspiring him to write his greatest romantic masterpiece.

“Endlessly witty, visually rapturous, and sweetly romantic, Shakespeare in Love is a delightful romantic comedy that succeeds on nearly every level.” — The Chicago Sun Times

Shakespeare in Love is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com

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