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Calendar P.O. Box 5256 Springfield, IL 62705 Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes, so we suggest calling before attending the event.
BOOKS & AUTHORS
Killing Lincoln Discussion Dec 07, 7pm, Panel of Lincoln historians lead public discussion of Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard book, Killing Lincoln. Free. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217-782-5764.
THEATER & COMEDY
Chaser’s Comedy Showcase Nov 24, Dec 01, 9pm, Every Thursday, Springfield’s best up-and-coming comedians. Hosted by Buddy Redman. Free. Chaser’s Iron Horse Saloon, 3036 N. Peoria Rd, 481-4754.
Christmas Carol:
A Ghost Story of Christmas Dec 02-04, 8pm Fri-Sat, 3pm Sun, Newly-adapted and directed by Mark Hardiman. Staged in Visitor Center. $12-$7. Tickets, 632-5440. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.
Comedian Saleem Nov 25-26, 8pm Fri, 7:15pm & 9:30pm Sat, Exhibiting uncanny comedic timing, Saleem’s jovial disposition allows him to poke fun at every race, religion and even himself. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.
Comedian TC Hatter and Marcaia Nov 25-26, 7:30pm and 9:30pm Fri- Sat, Unique comedy duo headlining comedy clubs, fairs, schools, corporate events and festivals since 1981. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 2937 W. White Oaks Dr, 391-joke.
Comedy Open Mic Dec 07, 8pm, Best up-and-coming comedians from Central Illinois, Indianapolis, St. Louis and Chicago. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.
Danger - Adult Content 3 Dec 02-03, Evening of short plays intended for an adult audience. Presented by ADHD Productions and HCFTA. $16. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Nov 30, Dec 01, 8pm Wed, 7pm Thu, Smash hit Broadway musical based on Academy Award-winning animated feature film. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Dec 02-04, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, Laugh along as the mis-behaving Herdman kids present their mis-interpretation of the Christmas story. Springfield Theatre Centre. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.
MUSIC: GENERAL EVENTS
Advent Brown Bag Concert Series Nov 30, 12:15-12:45pm, Agnes Wan, piano. Bring your lunch or purchase one at door for $5. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St, 528-4311.
Advent Brown Bag Concert Series Dec 07, 12:15-12:45pm, Joel Tinsley, baritone. Bring your lunch or purchase one at the door for $5. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St, 528-4311.
Bells in Motion Dec 03, 7pm, Ring Noel. $10 at door. First Congregational Church, 2100 Bates Ave, (217) 546-7170.
Land of Lincoln Chorus Nov 29, Dec 06, 7pm, Every Tuesday, Land of Lincoln Chorus invites men to sing barbershop and more. 737-3359. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S.Sixth St.
