Winter is still in full swing in Chicago and if you're looking for some things to do while staying indoors, we've got you covered.
Here's a roundup of events and activities in the Chicago area for Feb. 21-23.
MagicCon Chicago
WHAT: MagicCon features a weekend full of cosplay, immersive experiences, special guests and, new this year, Dungeons & Dragons joins the party.
WHERE: McCormick Place Lakeside Center, 2301 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL
WHEN: Friday, Feb. 21 - Sunday, Feb. 23
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Clue: Live on Stage
WHAT: 'Clue Live On Stage' is the ultimate whodunit that will keep you laughing and guessing until the final twist.
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WHERE: CIBC Theatre, 18 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 18 - Sunday, March 2
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Theater: 'Lobby Hero'
WHAT: Shattered Globe Theatre's, 'Lobby Hero' is a story about whether doing the wrong thing for the right reason can ever be justified.
WHERE: Theatre Wit, 1229 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
WHEN: Runs through Saturday, March 8.
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Theater: 'Frida...A Self Portrait'
WHAT: 'Frida...A Self Portrait' stars writer and performer Vanessa Severo, who portrays both herself and legendary Mexican painter Frida Kahlo.
WHERE: Writer's Theatre, 325 Tudor Ct, Glencoe, IL
WHEN: Runs thru Sunday, Feb. 23
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Theater: 'The Heart Sellers'
WHAT: 'The Heart Sellers' is a funny and moving play about the Asian immigrant experience in the 1970s.
WHERE: Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL
WHEN: Runs through Sunday, Feb. 23
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Comedian Mo Amer
WHAT: Comedian Mo Amer (whose real name is Mohammed Mustafa Amer), a Palestinian-American stand-up comedian who is best known for his Netflix comedy special, brings his brand of standup to Chicago.
WHERE: The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St, Chicago, IL
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22
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Concert: Drumline Live
WHAT: DrumLine Live salutes the marching band traditions of historically black colleges and universities.
WHERE: Genesee Theatre, 203 N Genesee St, Waukegan, IL
WHEN: 6 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23
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Concert: Kodo One Earth Tour
WHAT: The master drummers of Kodo explore the boundless possibilities of the taiko drum, a traditional Japanese instrument, as they combine elegant music with striking physical feats.
WHERE: Symphony Center, 220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
WHEN: 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23
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Concert: Ladysmith Black Mambazo
WHAT: Ladysmith Black Mambazo, known for their vocal harmonies and signature dance moves, sing a message of peace, love and harmony.
WHERE: Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago IL
WHEN: 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23
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Concert: Joe Bonamassa Live
WHAT: Guitar player Joe Bonamassa brings his Guitar Event of the Year Tour to Chicago.
WHERE: The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St, Chicago, IL
WHEN: 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21
