ANYTHING GOES | Whiting
8:15 p.m. Nov.1, 8, 15 and 3 p.m. Nov. 2, 9 and 16 performed by the Marian Theatre Guild at the Marian Memorial Auditorium at St. John's Church, 1849 Lincoln Ave. (Use entrance on 119th Street). The S.S. American, sailing from New York to England, carries an unusual group of passengers. Included amongst them are a gangster, a wealthy debutante and her mother (Hope and Evangeline Harcourt), a nightclub singer, and a wealthy New York businessman and his stowaway assistant. Tickets are $12 adults, $10 students and seniors. Dinner and show package available on Saturdays for an additional $20, reservation required. Box office is open 7 to 9 p.m., Mondays through Fridays.
FYI: (219) 473-7555
MURDER AT THE HOWARD JOHNSONS | Hammond
8 p.m. Nov. 1 and 7 L'arc en Ciel Theatre Group directors Paul and Angie Lowe present the Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick's "killer" comedy at Beatniks on Conkey, 418 Conkey St. Tickets are $14 and reservations can be made by phone or email.
FYI: (219) 852-0848 or Beatniksonconkey@sbcglobal.net
CHEATER DUMPLIN'S HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR | Hammond
Cheater Dumplin's written another show, a Halloween Spooktacular. Come in costume Oct. 31 and your family will get a $2 discount off the regular ticket price of $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. There will be songs, skits and fun for the whole family. The show is at Beatniks on Conkey, 418 Conkey St. Reservations can be made by phone or email. Refreshments are included. Doors open at 7, the show is at 8 p.m. tonight and at 3 p.m. on Sunday.
FYI: (219) 852-0848 or Beatniksonconkey@sbcglobal.net
HALLOWEEN SHOW | Whiting
"SPELLBOUND! The Halloween Show II" is a Halloween musical set to popular music. It features George Rogers Clark students in full makeup and costumes dancing to songs like "Thriller" and "Beat It." Children and students are encouraged to come dressed in Halloween costumes and will receive a discount price. All children will receive a Halloween goodie bag after the show. Performances are at 6 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 and 2 p.m. Nov. 2 in the George Rogers Clark Auditorium, 1921 Davis Ave. Ticket prices are $3 for students and senior citizens and $6 for adults.
FYI: (219) 659-3522
THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE | Lansing
Illiana Christian High School will be presenting the fall play at 7 p.m. Nov. 6 and 7 and 2 p.m. Nov. 8 at Illiana Christian High School, 2261 Indiana Ave. This adaptation of the classic book will be directed especially for children and families, but is fun for people of all ages. On Nov. 8, in conjunction with the play, the Illiana Foundation will be hosting its annual RibFest from 4 to 7 p.m. This free-will donation dinner consists of ribs, chicken, and all the fixings. Tickets will be available from the school office.
FYI: (708) 474-0515 ext. 805
CABARET | Chesterton
Cabaret, the musical by Joe Masteroff, Kander and Ebbl opens at 8 p.m. Oct. 31 and runs Nov. 1, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15 and 16 at the 4th Street Theater, 125 N. Fourth St. Sunday matinees are at 3 p.m. Ticket price is $15. Group rates available for 10 or more in advance. Sorry, no credit cards. Checks and cash only.
FYI: (219) 926-7875
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST | Crown Point
Grant Fitch directs the Crown Point Community Theatre in Oscar Wilde's comic and quotable masterpiece, a comedy of errors that involves double lives and mistaken identities. Show are Nov. 7, 8, 14, 15 and 16 at On the Square Sports Academy
105 N. Court St. Tickets $12 adult, $10 student and senior.
FYI: (219) 805-4255
CANDIDE | Chicago
An operetta with music by Leonard Bernstein, book by Hugh Wheeler and presented by Porchlight Music Theatre, Theatre Building, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. Performances at 7:45 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays; 2:30 p.m., Sundays, through Nov. 2. Tickets are $37. Discounts available for students and seniors.
FYI: (773) 327-5252 or (312) 902-1500
IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE | Munster
Frank Capra's film classic comes to theatrical life through the collaboration of Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Sheldon Harnick and the Grammy- and Emmy-winning Joe Raposo. The story of George Bailey and his wonderful life in Bedford Falls remains a timeless fable of dreams, disillusionment and the power of love. It opens Nov. 13 and runs through Dec. 21 at the Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road. Call and reserve your seats now. Performances are at 8 tonight; 2:30 and 8 p.m. Saturday; and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Free parking behind the theater. Tickets are $36 to $40.
FYI: (219) 836-3255 or (800) 511-1552 or theatreatthecenter.org
LYRICS 12: CHANGE!!! AUDITIONS | Gary
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 8 for Mark Spencer and the West Side Theatre Guild is hosting auditions for actors, singers, dancers and crew at West Side Theater, Doior G, 900 Gerry St. Please come prepared with a short audition piece.
FYI: (219) (219) 977-2198
THEATER AUDITIONS | Gary
The Glen Theatre is auditioning for singers, actors, actresses, comedians, dancers and playwrights. The theatre is at 20 W. Ridge Road.
FYI: (219) 887-2046 or (219) 980-7120
THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY | Chicago
Oscar Wilde's eerie drama opens Lifeline Theatre's 26th season at 6912 N. Glenwood Ave. Regular performances are 7:30 p.m. Fridays, 4 p.m. Saturdays and 8 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 2. Tickets are $15 to $30.
FYI: (773) 761-1772 or (773) 761-4477
JERSEY BOYS | Chicago
This Broadway in Chicago hit stars stars Jarrod Spector as Frankie Vallie, Drew Gehling as Bob Gaudio, Michael Ingersoll as Nick Massi, and Bryan McElroy as Tommy DeVito. The musical is currently enjoying an open run at the Bank of America Theatre, 18 W. Monroe St. Tickets are $30 to $100.
FYI: (312) 902-1400 or www.broadwayinchicago.com
SHEAR MADNESS | Chicago
"Shear Madness" has celebrated more than 300 performances at The Chicago Theatre Downstairs, 175 N. State St. The fast-paced whodunit is filled with mischief, mayhem and the Chicago-centric humor that have made each performance unique since the show returned to Chicago. Tickets are $42.50.
FYI: (312) 462-6300 or ShearMadnessChicago.com
WICKED | Chicago
The witchy musical remains open-end at the Center for the Performing Arts/Oriental Theater, 24 W. Randolph St. in downtown Chicago. Tickets are available at any Broadway in Chicago box office.
FYI: (312) 902-1400 or wickedthemusical.com/chicago
BLUE MAN GROUP | Chicago
On open-ended run at Briar Street Theatre, 3133 N. Halsted St. Performance times and dates vary. Tickets prices are $64, $54, $49.
FYI: (773) 348-4000 or (312) 902-1500 orticketmaster.com.
