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Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Steppenwolf 1700 Theater, Chicago
1700 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, United StatesLocal actor-musicians Erik Hellman and Jessie Fisher revive their variety-hour show to mark ten years since they helped open Steppenwolf's 1700 Theater. It is two nights, two different shows: Monday looks to the past, Tuesday to the future, so come for either or both. Expect original music, comedy, magic, improv, special guests, and a tight country-soul band in the intimate, cabaret-style 1700 Theater. Part of the LookOut series' 10th-anniversary season.
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Tue, Jul 7
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Cell Block, Chicago
Weekly Tuesday evening at Cell Block in Chicago — uninhibited fun at the city's most unapologetic leather bar. Doors close at 7:30pm sharp.
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Tue, Jul 7
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Kit Kat Lounge, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday drag cabaret at Kit Kat Lounge featuring live performances, dinner, and cocktails. Glamorous entertainment in an intimate supper club setting.
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Tue, Jul 7
7 PM - 8:30 PM
Xoco House Gallery, Chicago
Fatimah Asghar celebrates Daughter of the Mountains with Eve L. Ewing & Jamila Woods, offsite at Xoco House Gallery, Pilsen, July 7.
Tue, Jul 7
7 PM - 12 AM
Charlie's, Chicago
Weekly Tuesday karaoke at Charlie's in Chicago with hosted chaos, song sabotage, and comedy. Hosted by Bella DeBalle and Sutton Fister.
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