Since its 1892 adapted premiere in St. Petersburg, Russia – choreographed by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov, with a score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – E.T.A. Hoffman’s story “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King” has been enchanting audiences worldwide. With new versions of the classic appearing every year, here are four different Nutcrackers on stage …
Trend: Holiday DIY Crafts It’s my favorite time of the year and I just feel so inspired. The house is decorated, it’s chilly outside, and I have Christmas music playing. I’m so ready for some holiday crafting! I have a few gifts I still need to make for some friends and I’d love to decorate …
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Santa Claus is quite the man about town this season, making appearances where you’d least expect. Whether you’ve been naughty or nice, now is the time to find the man in red to tell him what’s on your holiday wish list. Here are three offbeat places to spot Santa in Chicago. Continue Reading»
You can already feel your belt tightening and your appetites broadening. The holidays are here, and with them comes a tidal wave of egg nog, gingerbread, and peppermint that you just can’t say “no” to. From DIY egg nog bars (dreams do come true) to “Chris Kringle” cocktails, here’s where to eat and drink your …
