Beverly Arts Center http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/ Beverly Arts Center Events RSS Feed en-us 11th Chicago Irish Film Festival http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#11th Chicago Irish Film Festival At the BAC FESTIVAL PASS: $65/$50 BAC Members (Member rates not available online)
This all inclusive pass covers the opening reception, all films and closing reception. Founded in 2000 the Chicago Irish Film Festival is one of only a handful of Irish Film Festivals in the United States. The festival has consistently brought a truly representative selection of Irish films that embrace everything from classics to the contemporary. Each year since its inception the festival has screened features, documentaries, shorts and animation many of which have won awards and have had selected screenings at some of the largest festivals in the world including Cannes, Sundance, and Toronto. The festival has also been delighted to welcome as its guest the actors, directors, and producers that are the heart of today's Irish cinema. The CIFF is pleased to be a showcase for Irish film production that embraces innovation, independence, and creativity that is rooted in Ireland's rich cultural heritage

Opening Reception & Screening: March 5, 7pm
$30/$25 BAC Members
Join us for the Opening of the Chicago Irish Film Festival. The evening includes the opening film a selection of short films, open bar and edibles. Join the fun and vote for your favorite short.

Closing Night & Reception - Shorts & Shots
March 10, 7:30pm
$20/$15 BAC Members





2010 Official Sponsors


 Visit www.chicagoirishfilmfestival.net for updated information.

Join us on myspace! www.myspace.com/chicagoirishfilmfest

Join our facebook group for the Chicago Irish Film Festival! ]]> 11th Chicago Irish Film Festival http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#11th Chicago Irish Film Festival At the BAC FESTIVAL PASS: $65/$50 BAC Members (Member rates not available online)
This all inclusive pass covers the opening reception, all films and closing reception. Founded in 2000 the Chicago Irish Film Festival is one of only a handful of Irish Film Festivals in the United States. The festival has consistently brought a truly representative selection of Irish films that embrace everything from classics to the contemporary. Each year since its inception the festival has screened features, documentaries, shorts and animation many of which have won awards and have had selected screenings at some of the largest festivals in the world including Cannes, Sundance, and Toronto. The festival has also been delighted to welcome as its guest the actors, directors, and producers that are the heart of today's Irish cinema. The CIFF is pleased to be a showcase for Irish film production that embraces innovation, independence, and creativity that is rooted in Ireland's rich cultural heritage

Opening Reception & Screening: March 5, 7pm
Join us for the Opening of the Chicago Irish Film Festival. The evening includes the opening film a selection of short films, open bar and edibiles. Join the fun and vote for your favorite short.

Closing Reception & Screening: March 10, 7:30pm





2010 Official Sponsors


Visit www.chicagoirishfilmfestival.net for updated information.

Join us on myspace! www.myspace.com/chicagoirishfilmfest

Join our facebook group for the Chicago Irish Film Festival! ]]> Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater At the BAC



Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule

$10/ Group rates available

Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12. ]]> Midwest Rose of Tralee Contest http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#Midwest Rose of Tralee Contest At the BAC
$35

A competition in which women ages 18-27 exhibit their knowledge of and dedication to the Irish Heritage.  The winner of the Midwest Rose will then fly to Ireland to join young women of Irish descent from countries around the world, including Great Britain, Europe, Dubai, Australia and New Zealand.  The Rose will be an ambassador for the Midwest, connecting the global Irish community in a celebration of their rich culture and sharing the heritage of Irish People at home and abroad.   The goal of the Midwest Rose is to be selected from among the other participants in June in a Regional Selection and hopefully be picked to return to Ireland in August for the
International Rose of Tralee broadcasted live on Irish TV for two
simultaneous nights.  Both trips to Ireland are fully paid for by the
Midwest Rose of Tralee and are a once in a lifetime opportunity for
one lucky young lady.

Contact the Beverly Arts Center at 773-445-3838, extension 200, to order tickets.

CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON BECOMING A ROSE. ]]> South Side Irish Parade Family Fest http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#South Side Irish Parade Family Fest At the BAC Honoring Chicago's Own Gaelic Park!

Admission (from 11am-4pm): $10 Adults,
$7 Seniors, Free for children under 12
Admission (after 4pm): All tickets $25

Event features a Grand Raffle. Tickets are $50 a piece and prizes range from $250 to $10,000.
For more information about the raffle or to purchase tickets,
CLICK HERE or call (773) 445-3838.

Event will feature contests such as:
(Click here to download contest application)
  • Irish soda bread contest: Please plan to drop off your entry 30 minutes prior to the contest. Bread must be wrapped in plastic or tin foil and inside a paper bag clearly marked with the baker's name, address and phone number.
  • Irish Idol contest: Participation on a first come, first served basis. Register early to guarantee your spot! Ages 12-16; pick any song the day of the Festival. Prizes awarded to first, second and third place contestants.
  • "Lucky Dog" contest (Deadline for submissions is March 6): costume contest with no limit to the type or nature of decoration.  Dogs can be in costume, dyed or otherwise decorated.  Get creative.  No restriction on how your dog is decorated or presented.  All dogs must be current with shots and must be leashed before, during and after the contest.  Dogs will not be allowed to stay throughout the fest so please be prepared to take Fido home immediately after the contest.  Winner will be determined by audience applause and contest is split the pot based on the number of entrants.
  • Men in Kilts contest:  It's not time for shorts yet but guys can still show off those great legs in the Men in Kilts contest.  Can be authentic or costume, serious or funny - winner will be determined by audience applause and is a split the pot based on the number of entrants.  All ages welcome.  Must preregister.  Space is limited so register early.
  • Women in Kilts contest: The guys don't get to have all the fun.  Ladies can also show off their tartans at the Women in Kilts contest.  Same rules from the Lads contest apply to the Lasses - authentic or costume, serious or funny - winner to be determined by applause and it's a split the pot based on the number of entrants.  All ages welcome.   Must preregister.   Space is limited so register early.
The event will also offer family-friendly activities such as Irish-themed arts and crafts for kids, children’s films, a children's parade around the art center grounds, and a live production by the Beverly Arts Centers’ own children’s theater group. In addition, this event will feature food, drink, numerous Irish vendors, and live entertainment from bagpipers, Irish dancers, and a host of Irish musicians including The Larkin & Moran Brothers, Character Fleadh, renowned harpist, Barbara Fackler and The Cloonan Family. The evening will culminate with a performance by Hothouse Flowers, a world-renowned band hailing from Ireland that combines traditional Irish music with influences from soul, gospel and rock. Micheal McDermott will open for Hot House Flowers.

Hosted by the South Side St. Patrick's Day Parade and the Beverly Arts Center.

Major Sponsors
County Fair
Beverly Bank
Sponsors
19th Ward Ald. Ginger Rugai
State Representative Kevin Joyce
State Senator Edward Maloney
Democratic Committeeman Matt O'Shea
City Beverage - Budweiser
Miller Beer
Hard Rock Concrete Cutters
Odelson & Sterk
Walgreens
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Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule

$10/ Group rates available

Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12. ]]> Waking Ned Devine (USA, 1998) http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#Waking Ned Devine (USA, 1998) At the BAC A comedy about the inhabitants of Tulley More, a small Irish town with a population of fifty-two and dwindling. When Jackie and Michael discover that someone in their town has won the national...
LUCK OF THE IRISH SPECIAL!
All tickets $3 & $3 Beer.

Rated PG. RT: 1:31.

A comedy about the inhabitants of Tulley More, a small Irish town with a population of fifty-two and dwindling. When Jackie and Michael discover that someone in their town has won the national lottery, they intend to uncover the lucky individual and talk him into sharing the jackpot with them. Trouble arises when they discover it's good old Ned Devine, and no longer is he one of the living. The citizens must band together and fool the authorities into believing that Ned is still alive, in order for them to receive the money and share it amongst themselves. ]]> Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater At the BAC



Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule

$10/ Group rates available

Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12. ]]> Maurice Sendak's Really Rosie http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#Maurice Sendak's Really Rosie At the BAC $10/ $8 Members, Seniors & Students under 12

The author of "Where the Wild Things Are" and "In the Night Kitchen" wrote a series of short stories about Rosie and her friends making the movie of her life. With music by Carol King, Sendak turned his short stories into an animated film and then a children's play. The Second Stages Company performs the story and music. ]]> Something's Coming http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#Something's Coming At the BAC $10/ $8 Members, Seniors & Students under 12

A celebration of Broadway's Past and present in an original musical review conceived by the show's director/choreographer, Jamal Howard. This production helps young performers explore their skills both as a solo performer and an ensemble member. The show utilizes the best music of Broadway's rich history and mixing in some of today's fresh and original new shows. ]]> Maurice Sendak's Really Rosie http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#Maurice Sendak's Really Rosie At the BAC $10/ $8 Members, Seniors & Students under 12

The author of "Where the Wild Things Are" and "In the Night Kitchen" wrote a series of short stories about Rosie and her friends making the movie of her life. With music by Carol King, Sendak turned his short stories into an animated film and then a children's play. The Second Stages Company performs the story and music. ]]> Something's Coming http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#Something's Coming At the BAC $10/ $8 Members, Seniors & Students under 12

A celebration of Broadway's Past and present in an original musical review conceived by the show's director/choreographer, Jamal Howard. This production helps young performers explore their skills both as a solo performer and an ensemble member. The show utilizes the best music of Broadway's rich history and mixing in some of today's fresh and original new shows. ]]> Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater At the BAC



Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule

$10/ Group rates available

Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12. ]]> It's Complicated (USA, 2009) http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#It's Complicated (USA, 2009) At the BAC $7/$5 BAC Members

Rated R. RT: 1:54.

Writer/director Nancy Meyers (What Women Want, Something's Gotta Give, The Holiday) directs Meryl Streep, Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin in It's Complicated, a comedy about love, divorce and everything in between.

Jane (Streep) is the mother of three grown kids, owns a thriving Santa Barbara bakery/restaurant and has--after a decade of divorce--an amicable relationship with her ex-husband, attorney Jake (Baldwin). But when Jane and Jake find themselves out of town for their son's college graduation, things start to get complicated. An innocent meal together turns into the unimaginable--an affair. With Jake remarried to the much younger Agness (Lake Bell), Jane is now, of all things, the other woman.

Caught in the middle of their renewed romance is Adam (Martin), an architect hired to remodel Jane's kitchen. Healing from a divorce of his own, Adam starts to fall for Jane, but soon realizes he's become part of a love triangle.

Should Jane and Jake move on with their lives, or is love truly lovelier the second time around? It's...complicated. --© Universal

 ]]> Alice In Wonderland, Jr. http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#Alice In Wonderland, Jr. At the BAC $10/$8 BAC Members, Seniors & Students under 12

Join Alice's madcap adventures in Wonderland as she chases the White Rabbit, races Dodo Bird, gets tied up with the Tweedles, raps with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar, and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game! This fast-paced stage adaptation of "Alice In Wonderland" features updated dialogue and new arrangements of such classic songs as "I'm Late,", The Un-birthday Song" and "Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah." ]]> Poi Dog Pondering http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#Poi Dog Pondering At the BAC

SOLD OUT~

Poi Dog Pondering returns to the BAC!

Performing since 1987, Chicago-based PDP is known for its big “rock and soul” sound, complete with strings and horns.

The Old Ceremony opens.

Click here to listen to Poi Dog Pondering ]]> BIG READ Family FREE Day http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#BIG READ Family FREE Day At the BAC Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4





BIG READ III Closing Event!

BAC School of Wizardry Family Free Day features: Storyteller and magician Chris McBrien, crafts and fun!

For more information about the BIG READ and other activities visit www.bacbigread.squarespace.com or download the BIG READ III event flyer! ]]> Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/calendar.php#Chicago Kids Company: The Three Little Pigs - Children's Theater At the BAC



Through-May 8
Click here for full performance schedule

$10/ Group rates available

Original one-hour version of "The Little Pigs" in which a trio of clever pigs outwit a huffing-and-puffing wolf. This show is geared for children ages 2-12. ]]>