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Monday, November 16 2009
Labyrinth @ Film Center
The Gene Siskel Film Center presents a screening of Jim Henson's 1986 film Labyrinth, with David Bowie as the Goblin King and Jennifer Connelly as the damsel in distress. The film screens tonight at 6pm. See the Film Center Website for details. Film Center: 164 N. State. (312) 846-2600.
The Rebirth of Blues Benefit @ Bridgeview Bank
Preview selections of "RIPPED: The Living Newspaper Project," a new project by American Blues Theater founding ensemble member Rick Cleveland, at The Rebirth of Blues Benefit at Bridgeview Bank, 4753 N. Broadway tonight from 6:30pm-8:30pm. The evening's program will feature Academy Award-winner Olympia Dukakis reading a passage written by Eduardo Machado, Dennis Zacek reading a passage written by Rick Cleveland, and other special guests. Tickets are $75 ($125 VIP tickets include a 5:30 p.m. private reception with Dukakis). Proceeds will benefit the newly reborn American Blues Theater. For more information visit American Blues Theater.
Musicians at Work Forum: Stand Out in a Digital World
Learn how to make the most of MySpace, iTunes, Facebook, and Twitter by attending this Musicians at Work Forum, featuring Jim Goodrich, local musician and producer/host of the show "With a Voice Like This", and other experts. A networking session begins at 5:30pm, followed by the panel discussion at 6pm. Admission is free. Chicago Cultural Center - Claudia Cassidy Theater: 78 E. Washington. Call (312) 744-6630 for more information.
Two Brothers Beer Dinner @ Hopleaf
Western Suburban microbrewer Two Brothers will be the star at this five-course meal prepared by Chef Ben Sheagren. It all takes place in Hopleaf's upstairs space (5148 N. Clark St.), with registration at 6:30 PM, followed by dinner at 7:00. Ages 21+. The cost is $50 per person, reservations are required, and seating is very limited. E-mail reservations (number of seats, full name, and phone number) to Lousie@hopleaf.com. For more information contact 773-334-9851.
Food and Wine Entertaining Showcase @ MCA
Tons of Chicago culinary powerhouses (among them Carrie Nahabedian, Shawn McClain, Art Smith and Grant Achatz) will be Food and Wine magazine's annual Entertaining Showcase tonight at 6:30pm at the Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 East Chicago. Food, wine and tips on food and wine are on the bill. Tickets start at $110.
