A Red Orchid’s Chicago premiere of Will Arbery’s Heroes of the Fourth Turning runs October 29–December 6, directed by ensemble member dado.
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Daniel Johanson (he/him) is a journalist and digital media specialist living in Chicago, Illinois. He serves as Editor-in-Chief at Scapi and in that capacity manages all things content, including writing and editing articles and producing digital content. His previous projects include the docuseries Heart of a Nation: Tracking Socialism in the Midwest and Scapi Radio, now preserved in the Scapi archive. He spends his free time with cats.
The free Mental Filmness festival screens films about mental health October 9–10 at Collaboraction, with filmmaker conversations both nights.
Michael Mahler performs Feelin’ Groovy at Metropolis October 6 at 2 p.m., with a live band and songs from Paul Simon’s catalog.
Escape to Margaritaville runs October 8–November 1 in Skokie, with an opening-night ukulele performance, post-show talks and ASL interpretation.
Chicago-based artist OPLIAM will release the 20-track Serotonin Soldier on October 12, with bedroom pop, alternative rock and acoustic protest songs.
Lillian Castillo directs Ride the Cyclone at Metropolis in Arlington Heights, where the production runs through October 25.
Stephanie Alison Walker’s Adirondack Chair Circle premieres at Steppenwolf October 22–December 6, directed by Pam MacKinnon.
Adhyâropa Records’ September update introduces Voices of the Land and previews new albums by Eyal Maoz, Louise Bichan and other independent artists.
Lyric Opera’s Earth to Kenzie comes to Nichols Concert Hall October 24 at 3 p.m. Admission is free, with reservations required.
Mumbai-based artist Zenareeta’s “SumuHood” reflects on her mother’s singing career and the musical legacy passed between them.
Kokandy Productions adds four weeks to Sunday in the Park with George at the Chopin Downstairs Studio, extending the run through November 29.
Samuel Virgo’s new single “Slip Away” explores losing a sense of self in love ahead of his forthcoming EP.