Roundtable: Can Theater Save America? @ MCA Chicago

This free event features Martha Lavey of Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Michael Halberstam and Kate Lipuma of Writers' Theatre, Charles Newell of Court Theatre, James Bohnen of Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, and others discussing Mike Daisey's controversial monologue, How Theater Failed America. 6 PM in the MCA Theater. For more information, visit the website or call 312-280-2660.

U of C Press Book Sale

For the first time in over twenty years, the University of Chicago Press is holding a book sale where they will offer hundreds of their titles at incredible discounts. Both hardcovers and paperbacks, from reference guides to Mike Royko to bestellers will be available for purchase. The sale is free and open to the public and will run on October 7 and 8, from 9am-5pm, at International House, 1414 E. 59th St. Call 773-702-5328 for more information.

Talkdemonic @ Schubas

Schubas
3159 N. Southport

9:00 PM | 21+ | $8.00

Ian Wilson

Taldemonic

Speakers everywhere this fall will rejoice with the arrival of Eyes at Half Mast, the third record from Talkdemonic. The Portland, Oregon duo of Kevin O'Connor and Lisa Molinaro have been playing together since 2003; she plays the viola and cello, while he plays everything else, including, but not limited to: drums, synths, and acoustic instruments. The result is an intoxicating blend of symphonic strings and explosive percussion; achingly beautiful music.

Washington HS Culinary Arts Fundraiser

Washington High School's Culinary Arts program holds a silent auction and fundraiser at The Joynt, 650 N. Dearborn, tonight from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Tickets are $40 and includes complimentary drinks, hors d'oeuvres and music.