The Hot Karl's Santa Claus Conquers the Nazis

World War II is going poorly for Hitler and the Nazi party. So the Fueher decides the best way to turn the tide in the war is to kidnap Santa Claus and take control of Christmas and all of Santa's magical secrets. The only thing standing in the way of their evil plot is a misunderstood elf, a misfit toy and a couple of hit men reindeer. Will that be enough to save Christmas? Find out when The Hot Karl presents, "Santa Claus Conquers the Nazis: The Musical." Read more here.

The show starts at 11:59pm at Comedy Sportz, 929 West Belmont. Tickets are $10, and you can get 'em here or call 312-559-1212.

The D-Cup Diaries @ Gorilla Tango Theatre

In partnership with the Breast Cancer Network of Strength, playwright Melody Swink's homage to cleavage comes to the Gorilla Tango Theatre. Seven characters, all portrayed by actor Sara Tode, come to life on the stage and explore the complicated relationship that women have with their breasts. The piece touches on issues of size, surgical augmentation, and mother/daughter dynamics; and features original music, including "The D-Cups Theme Song" and "Unfasten Me." Mark Contorno directs.

Showtimes at 8pm November 27 and 28, and 8pm Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays December 10-19. Tickets are $20. For information about the show visit The D-Cup Diatribes. For tickets and information call 773-598-4549 or visit Gorilla Tango Theatre.

1985 @ The Factory Theater

The Factory Theater spoofs George Orwell's classic 1984 with a distinctly mid-decade Chicago Bears twist. On Thanksgiving weekend tickets are 2 for 1 for both 1985 and Factory's late night show, Hunky Dory, and on Monday $5 will buy you a seat for the 8pm performance of 1985. Chase those post-Thanksgiving blues with a night of homegrown theater. Eric Roach directs.

The Factory Theater is located at 3504 N. Elston, between Albany and Kedzie. Showtimes for 1985: Friday and Saturday nights at 8pm (except the day after Thanksgiving); Sundays at 7, and a special Monday night performance at 8pm November 30th. Show runs through December 19th. Tickets are $20, two-for-one on November 28th & 29th, and $5 November 30th. For information and tickets call: 312-409-3247 or visit The Factory Theater.

The Great Muppet Caper @ Film Center

The Gene Siskel Film Center presents a screening of Jim Henson's 1981 film The Great Muppet Caper. The film shows this afternoon at 4pm. See the Film Center Website for details. Film Center: 164 N. State. (312) 846-2600.

Sing-A-Long Sound of Music @ Music Box

The Music Box Theatre presents its annual sing-a-long version of The Sound of Music today at 1:30pm and again at 7pm. The audience will be encouraged to participate by being given bags of props to be used at appropriate times, and costumes are encouraged. The Sing-A-Long Sound of Music screens through November 29; see the Music Box Website for showtimes and to purchase tickets in advance. Music Box: 3733 N. Southport. (773) 871-6604.