What’s playing at the Athenaeum Center in 2024

For the past few months, the Athenaeum Writers' Group has been creating and workshopping a selection of plays, musicals, and prose. At this event, these up-and-coming writers will showcase a selection of their work for the first time! Come and enjoy a variety of short performances while showing your support for these hard-working artists.

An evening of folk and alt country radio music and a theological discussion about the short stories and works of Flannery O'Connor.

Lakeview Orchestra closes its 23/24 season with a dynamic fusion of classical brilliance. Join us as the orchestra brings Brahms' timeless Piano Quartet No. 1 to life through Schoenberg's imaginative orchestration.

An evening-length dance-theater piece by choreographer and director Keli Gunn. The show will be 45 minutes in length, with an optional 15-minute talkback with the choreographer and performers at the end of the piece.

Live Nation presents Celeste Barber, “Australian Queen of Comedy.”

The Emmy nominated ROY WOOD JR. has entertained millions across stage, television, and radio. Wood was the 2023 host of The White House Correspondents Dinner and most recently starred alongside Jon Hamm in the film Confess, Fletch...

WBEZ and Bookends and Beginnings are proud to present Dr. Anthony Fauci on Wednesday, June 26, at the Athenaeum Center for Thought. Join us for the release of  Fauci’s new memoir, On Call: A Doctor’s Journey in Public Service, and an intimate conversation with the host of WBEZ’s Reset, Sasha-Ann Simons.

Join host Rebecca Sheir and composer Eric Shimelonis, plus a talented cast of actors, as they bring Circle Round stories to life on-stage in Seattle! This event features a live recording of two brand-new tales, allowing you to be a part of the Circle Round magic!

Opera Festival of Chicago closes its 2024 Festival season with a special double feature presentation of Dallapiccola's "Il Prigioniero" with Menotti's "The Medium".

Join us for An Evening with Fr. Mike Schmitz of “The Bible in a Year” podcast (the #1 podcast on Apple podcasts in 2023).

A riveting performer, Quaid captivates audiences with engaging stories about his illustrious film career and stories behind the highly personal songs that populate his multi-week No. 1 inspirational album.

In this special one-night event; Peter shares his stories from hosting the popular radio show, days a playwright, a random cameo as a emotion in inside out, and life lesson to inspiring comedians and middle aged radio hosts. This is a one time event you don’t want to miss.

Award winning podcast ShxtsNGigs is a destination for culturally relevant commentary. The Daddy's Home Tour promises unfiltered chats, hilarious debates, outrageous games, and a chance to meet the cult daddies FireLord Fuegs and JMoney.

You may remember Thomas Ian Nicholas as the star of the 1993 classic film, Rookie of the Year,  A Kid in King Arthur's Court, and as Kevin in the American Pie franchise. Join us for a night of pop punk emo that will bring you right back to the 90s and early 2000s.

The #1 Michael Jackson Tribute in the World. INVINCIBLE invites audiences to immerse themselves in the electrifying world of Michael Jackson's legendary artistry, where every step, every beat, and every note resonates with the essence of his iconic presence.