Our city is vibrant with live theater, and Mother's Day is the perfect reason to go check out a show. Whether your mom is old school, loves comedy or looking for something a little saucy, there's something for everyone. Here are our top picks for shows to celebrate mama.
Jersey Boys
It's a good bet that any mom who grew up in the 60's and 70's has fond memories of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Jersey Boys is the award-winning show that features all the hits set to their life story. Get those tickets early, the show is so popular, they just extended through July 28th.
Mercury Theatre
3745 N. Southport
Chicago, Illinois
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It's a good bet that any mom who grew up in the 60's and 70's has fond memories of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Jersey Boys is the award-winning show that features all the hits set to their life story. Get those tickets early, the show is so popular, they just extended through July 28th.
Mercury Theatre
3745 N. Southport
Chicago, Illinois
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets
Death Becomes Her
Is your mom a 90's baby at heart or did you make her watch the film on repeat in the 90's? We are getting the Pre-Broadway premiere in Chicago starting April 30. The show will star Megan Hilty and Destiny's Child star Michelle Williams.
Death Becomes Her
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 West Randolph
Chicago, Illinois
April 30 - June 2
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Is your mom a 90's baby at heart or did you make her watch the film on repeat in the 90's? We are getting the Pre-Broadway premiere in Chicago starting April 30. The show will star Megan Hilty and Destiny's Child star Michelle Williams.
Death Becomes Her
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 West Randolph
Chicago, Illinois
April 30 - June 2
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets
Bad Momz of Comedy
This is a rotating group of mom comics from young kids to teen to adult children. There is something for everyone. While parenting can be hard, laughing about it together can be the best medicine and way to spend Mother's Day.
May 12
Zanies in Rosemont
5427 Park Place
Rosemont, Illinois
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May 13
Zanies in Chicago
1548 North Wells
Chicago, Illinois
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This is a rotating group of mom comics from young kids to teen to adult children. There is something for everyone. While parenting can be hard, laughing about it together can be the best medicine and way to spend Mother's Day.
May 12
Zanies in Rosemont
5427 Park Place
Rosemont, Illinois
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets
May 13
Zanies in Chicago
1548 North Wells
Chicago, Illinois
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Miz Cracker
Is your mom a fan of RuPaul's Drag Race? Would you like to celebrate her big day with something saucy and not so traditional? Miz Cracker from season 10 of RuPaul's Drag Race is at Venus Cabaret for Mother's Day weekend. The Big Gay Cabaret is a rotating series with different talent each month. In the shows, fans get to see more than just the artist's persona we see on television as they bring stories, comedy and songs to the stage
Miz Cracker
Venus Cabaret
3745 North Southport
Chicago, Illinois
May 10 - 12
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Is your mom a fan of RuPaul's Drag Race? Would you like to celebrate her big day with something saucy and not so traditional? Miz Cracker from season 10 of RuPaul's Drag Race is at Venus Cabaret for Mother's Day weekend. The Big Gay Cabaret is a rotating series with different talent each month. In the shows, fans get to see more than just the artist's persona we see on television as they bring stories, comedy and songs to the stage
Miz Cracker
Venus Cabaret
3745 North Southport
Chicago, Illinois
May 10 - 12
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Chicago Magic Lounge
Both their signature and family shows take place during Mother's Day weekend. This Andersonville hot spot features a 60 minute show along with various upgrades to get an up close experience. Food and beverages are available for all shows,
with a limited menu for family shows.
Looking to do something before Mother's Day weekend?
The Artist in Residence features internationally lauded magician Ondřej Pšenička’s 52 Lovers. Featuring entirely original magic designed by Ondřej himself, the highly interactive show promises a night of laughter, awe, and astonishing entertainment. 52 Lovers runs Wednesdays at 7:00pm, April 3 – June 26, 2024.
Chicago Magic Lounge
5050 North Clark
Chicago, Illinois
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets
Both their signature and family shows take place during Mother's Day weekend. This Andersonville hot spot features a 60 minute show along with various upgrades to get an up close experience. Food and beverages are available for all shows,
with a limited menu for family shows.
Looking to do something before Mother's Day weekend?
The Artist in Residence features internationally lauded magician Ondřej Pšenička’s 52 Lovers. Featuring entirely original magic designed by Ondřej himself, the highly interactive show promises a night of laughter, awe, and astonishing entertainment. 52 Lovers runs Wednesdays at 7:00pm, April 3 – June 26, 2024.
Chicago Magic Lounge
5050 North Clark
Chicago, Illinois
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets
Choir of Man
Maybe a trip to Europe is out of the question for this Mother's Day, so here's the next best thing. Choir of Man is a 90 minute musical experience. The cast direct from The West End in London takes us on a 90 minute musical extravaganza featuring tunes from the 70's through current times.
Apollo Theatre Chicago
2550 N. Lincoln
Chicago, Illinois
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets
Maybe a trip to Europe is out of the question for this Mother's Day, so here's the next best thing. Choir of Man is a 90 minute musical experience. The cast direct from The West End in London takes us on a 90 minute musical extravaganza featuring tunes from the 70's through current times.
Apollo Theatre Chicago
2550 N. Lincoln
Chicago, Illinois
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets