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Sunday, July 19, 2026
Steppenwolf 1700 Theater, Chicago
1700 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, United StatesHow do you keep making the art you love when you no longer feel you belong? In this solo show with live music, Chicago cellist and theatre-maker Lewis Rawlinson traces his journey through queerness, addiction, and mental health, from a Mormon upbringing in Montana and classical cello training to the hard work of a music career. His story unfolds across the four movements of Rachmaninoff's Cello Sonata in G minor, moving from discovery and joy through doubt and collapse to rebirth. Part of Steppenwolf's LookOut series in the 1700 Theater.
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Mon, Jul 20
5 PM - 2 AM
The SoFo Tap, Chicago
Monday night gay bar in Chicago with cold beer, friendly bartenders, and a dog-friendly patio. Laid-back neighborhood vibe for the queer community.
Weekly
Mon, Jul 20
7 PM - 11 PM
Charlie's, Chicago
Monthly gay bingo night at Charlie's with birthday specials, half-off Hennessy & Patron, and prizes. Every Monday in Chicago.
Monthly
Mon, Jul 20
7 PM - 9 PM
Replay Lakeview, Chicago
Weekly Mario Kart tournament at queer-owned Replay Lakeview in Boystown. Compete for $50, play arcade, enjoy happy hour specials. Sign-ups at 7 PM.
Weekly
Mon, Jul 20
7 PM - 8:30 PM
Women & Children First, Chicago
Women's-literature classics book group at Women & Children First, Chicago, July 20.
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