Daily Archives: June 16, 2008

August Osage County Wins 5 2008 Tony Awards – a Steppenwolf Theater Play

Posted on June 16, 2008 by chiweekendfun

I am so excited to see that August Osage County has won 4 Tony Awards this year since it is an amazing play that had it’s start right here in Chicago at the Steppenwolf Theater. I saw this shocking and … Continue reading →

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The Swell Season at Chicago Theater – Glen Hansard & Marketa Irglova Once in Concert

Posted on June 16, 2008 by chiweekendfun

In case you haven’t already heard, this year’s most eagerly anticipated concert is coming to the Chicago Theater this week. The Swell Season with Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova will be in Chicago on their national Tour following their Oscar win … Continue reading →

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Don’t Consider Chicago for the 2016 Olympic Games

Posted on June 16, 2008 by chiweekendfun

I think Chicago is a bad choice for the 2016 Olympic Games. I know that I am in the minority with that opinion, so I wanted to make my opinion points (and those of others like me) visible online. Just to … Continue reading →

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