As the sun shines bright in the Windy City, Chicago Tribune brings you the ultimate guide to the hottest arts and entertainment events in town. From music festivals to theater productions, and from art exhibitions to comedy shows, we've got you covered. Here's what's happening in the world of arts and entertainment this summer:
**Music Festivals**
* **Lollapalooza**: July 31 - August 2, Grant Park
Get ready for four days of non-stop music, featuring headliners like Billie Eilish, The Weeknd, and Lorde.
* **Pitchfork Music Festival**: July 17-19, Union Park
Discover the best of indie, rock, and electronic music with performances by Charli XCX, Phoebe Bridgers, and Run the Jewels.
* **Windy City Smokeout**: August 13-15, United Center
Country music fans, rejoice! This three-day festival features Luke Combs, Zac Brown Band, and Jon Pardi.
**Theater and Dance**
* **Chicago Shakespeare Theater**: "The Tempest" - June 18 - August 22
Experience the Bard's classic tale of love, power, and redemption in a stunning outdoor production.
* **Steppenwolf Theatre Company**: "The Minutes" - June 25 - August 23
A dark comedy about a small-town council meeting that takes a dramatic turn. Don't miss this critically acclaimed production.
* **Joffrey Ballet**: "Romeo and Juliet" - July 23 - August 1
Get swept away by the iconic ballet, set to Prokofiev's haunting score.
**Art Exhibitions**
* **The Art Institute of Chicago**: "Impressionism, Fashion, and Modernity" - June 13 - September 20
Explore the intersection of art and fashion in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
* **Museum of Contemporary Art**: "Gordon Parks: The New Tide, Early Work 1940-1950" - June 20 - September 13
Discover the groundbreaking photography of Gordon Parks, a pioneer of documentary photography.
* **Block Museum of Art**: "Art and Empire: The Golden Age of Spanish and Latin American Art" - June 27 - October 3
Experience the vibrant art and culture of Spain and Latin America from the 16th to the 19th centuries.
**Comedy and Cabaret**
* **Zanies Comedy Club**: "The Second City's She the People" - June 24 - August 29
Laughter is the best medicine, and this all-female improv troupe is the perfect prescription.
* **The Second City**: "The Best of Second City" - July 1 - August 28
Catch the best of Chicago's legendary improv comedy in this hilarious revue.
* **The Green Mill Jazz Club**: "Vocalists Night" - July 15 - August 26
Enjoy the smooth sounds of Chicago's finest jazz vocalists in an intimate setting.
**Other Events**
* **Chicago Pride Parade**: June 27
Celebrate diversity and inclusivity with this iconic parade and festival.
* **Wicker Park Fest**: July 11
Experience the best of Wicker Park's food, music, and shopping scene.
* **Taste of Chicago**: July 8-12
Savor the flavors of Chicago's diverse culinary scene at this free festival in Grant Park.
There you have it - the ultimate guide to Chicago's summer arts and entertainment scene. Mark your calendars, grab your sunscreen, and get ready to make some unforgettable memories in the Windy City!
