Upcoming: Chicago Events

2009-07-18 Jul 19, 2009: Real House Music w/ Sean Smith,Hector Lopez,Terry James at Betty's Blue Star Lounge

Sat, 18 Jul 2009 17:00:00 PDT

We invite you to Real House Music w/ Sean Smith along with Guest Hector Lopez & Terry James

Real House Music is your HOTTEST Sunday night party:
Where: Betty’ Blue Star(1600 West Grand)
When: Every Sunday
Cover: Ladies FREE all Night
Men $5.00 after midnight
Open SKYY VODKA Bar(10pm-11pm)
Food Specials $5.00 Plates

A night you won‘t forget.
Coming Soon: (Launch Party 7/26/09) The Araguaca Tribe Presents Paradise Sundays w/ DJ Donovand3, David Sabat, DJ XL w/ Resident Sean Smith .

2009-07-19 Jul 19, 2009: Lyric Cafe w/ Redstorm( HBO Def Poetry Jam) & Redstorm B-Day Celebration at Betty's Blue Star Lounge

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 13:00:00 PDT

Sunday's Hottest New Open Mic Party, Lyric Cafe w/ REDSTORM (HBO Def Poetry Jam) & Friends @ Betty's Blue Star (1600 West Grand)
Music provided by: Jeff Sims
8:00pm-10: 30pm
Cover: $5.00 (Poets FREE!! only if participating)
Sign-in for Lyricist will be from 8pm-9pm (No one will be allowed to sign-in after 9pm)
Open Bar 10pm-11pm
$5.00 Plate Specials

If you are a Poet, Singer or Rapper come by Lyric Café and show us what you got.

2009-07-23 Jul 23, 2009: 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup: Semifinals at Soldier Field

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 11:00:00 PDT

2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup: Semifinals

Soldier Field

Chicago, IL
Thu, Jul 23, 2009 06:00 PM

2009-07-23 Jul 23, 2009: Maven Networking Event on Lake Michigan at Navy Pier

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 11:30:00 PDT

Maven, TheChiGuide and Cece & Melinda with Raymi Productions cordially invite you to join us for a post-work networking cruise on Lake Michigan on Thursday, July 23rd at 6:30PM. Join us for a sunset sail aboard Chicago's official tall ship, Windy, and enjoy tasty passed hors d'oeuvres, appetizers and drinks [food & drink is included in ticket price]. Post sail, the event will continue at The Chi Bar in the Sheraton Hotel (301 East North Wacker St ), where all attendees will receive a complimentary drink. Learn more about the event and reserve your tickets here.

Discounted tickets available exclusively to Maven guests through Sunday, July 19th. Use code “Maven”' to receive $10 off. Purchase tickets at http://ceceandmelindasnightofnetworking2.eventbrite.com/

2009-07-24 Jul 24, 2009: Sklar Brothers at Lakeshore Theater

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:00:00 PDT

Innovative, intelligent, and always hilarious, the Sklar Brothers are bringing their stand-up duo act to the Lakeshore Theater. The identical twins not only have a unique “interplay” delivery style, but they also possess an insightful point of view, which has made them favorites of both the mainstream and alternative comedy scenes. Their impressive body of work includes their beloved ESPN Classic series Cheap Seats, as well as guest appearances on shows like Grey’s Anatomy and Entourage. However, it is in their stand-up where the Sklars truly shine.

Mike Stanley will also be a feature performer in all four Sklar Brothers' shows!

2009-07-24 Jul 24, 2009: The Sparrows featuring Rebecca Ryan at Morseland

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:00:00 PDT

A recent transplant to the Chicago music scene, Rebecca Ryan, was formerly the vocalist of SXSW band O’Ryan Island, and Cobalt Blue; St. Louis’ River Front Times (RFT) New Band of the Year,. She brings her melodic and sensual vocal style to the newly formed The Sparrows.
Show starts at 10PM

Susan Voelx (formerly of Poi Dog Pondering) headlines at 11;30

2009-07-25 Jul 25, 2009: Kenneth Thomas & Trent Cantrelle at Vision

Sat, 25 Jul 2009 15:00:00 PDT

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BIO'S:
| KENNETH THOMAS |

"Kenneth Thomas is without doubt one of the most promising young DJs in the electronic scene right now. There's an intelligence and a well defined style to his sets. He's quickly emerging as one to watch in the next generation of superstar DJs".

When Paul Oakenfold has this to say about someone people can tend to stop and take a listen. Following in an elite class consisting of Dave Ralph, D:Fuse & Hernan Cattaneo, its seems every 5 years or so Oakenfold hand picks a future star to take under his wing and the latest selection is Kenneth Thomas.

Out of Detroit, the birthplace of Techno, KT stands out with his emotional and melodic sound. Some might not see the connection of Detroit and his sound, but the connection is there. The same aggression that spawned the techno sounds of the 90's is the fuel that fires Kenneth to explore the emotional side of the musical experience. Music has always been a spiritual place for Kenneth and because the depth of this music goes well beyond a conscious level, there's an underlying exploration of emotion and experience in every set and track.

In the last three years, Kenneth has also become a juggernaut in the studio having completed over 40 tracks and remixes for labels including Baroque, Armada, Om, Perfecto, Cuurve, Alter Ego, Hope and more. Now, busy working on his second EP for Markus Schulzs' Coldharbour and coming off recent remixes for David Guetta, Jan Johnston, Oliver Moldan, Jeff Mills and even Scott Wieland, we have seen this Dj at heart break new ground in the areas of production. Beyond DJing & Producing, KT is now also A&R for Perfecto Records and is helping spearhead the renaissance of one of the greatest labels dance music has ever seen.

The future is bright for Kenneth Thomas. Now touring regularly around the world sharing his blend of progressive minded dance music his focus has never changed since day one, "This is the most amazing sound I have ever encountered, I just want to share it with as many people as possible".

| TRENT CANTRELLE |

Starting out in New Orleans in the early 90s Trent Cantrelle was constantly called upon to adapt his skills and sound to a dizzying array of circumstances. He gained much of his experience as the go-to DJ for the notorious promoter, Disco Donnie. When he wasn't dodging the feds, it was these events where Trent received the opportunity to play alongside all of the top names in club music from Fatboy Slim to Sasha & Digweed, to Oakenfold and Derrick Carter. If a major jock rolled through New Orleans, no matter how different their style, Trent was always sharing the bill. In addition to these varied and high profile gigs Trent headlined around town and was also somehow able to find time for the occasional ten hour set. At one point he even had a residency where he got to fill all ten hours every week. Not a lot of DJs can handle too many extra long sets, or can excel at an opening slot one night and peak time the next, and even fewer can cater their sound to complement such a diverse range of DJs but somehow Trent manages to do all of that and more.

After mastering any DJ-ing situation you could think of and reigning supreme as the top name in New Orleans for a few years, Trent decided to expand his horizons and hit the road for the West Coast. Deciding to skip the mecca of Deep and Groovy that is San Francisco, Trent headed towards the glamour and glory of Hollywood where his love of Rock and Roll and his passion for film could be indulged along with his electronic sensibilities. It is in LA that Trent's production work really took off on a global level. As his own tracks began charting high on labels like Ministry of Sound, Interscope, Little Mountain Recordings, Whoop!, and SR2 and getting play by just about every big name DJ you can throw out there, he started to build his la DJ profile and beyond. His talents have taken him everywhere you could expect, rocking the top dance-floors in NYC, Chicago, Las Vegas, Miami, Mexico, South America as well as all the top spots in his new home LA.

When his smash rock hybrid hit "Runaway", co written with Nynex got essential new tune and scored as one of the top tunes at WMC 2005 he was clocked by Pete Tong as "One of the hottest dance talents from the US". For those who had seen him spin or heard his tracks, this was old news. Since then he has more than lived up to the billing, constantly one-upping himself. He has DJ-ed at the Playboy Mansion. He plays some of the biggest clubs such as Space Terrace in Miami, Pacha and Crobar New York, and Avalon in Los Angeles. He rocked in the New Year for LA's GIANT MAXIMUS New Years Eve bash. Not to mention touring alongside Pete Tong, Sandra Collins and Sander Kleinenberg from time to time. He even performed at America's best outdoor music festival, Coachella this past year. His original tracks and remixes continue to appear on compilation after compilation. Then, just for good measure, his remix of Maroon 5's "Make Me Wonder" hit number one on the Billboard dance charts.

On the horizon is an upcoming remix off of Seal's new album for Warner Brothers, a variety of singles on labels such as Little Mountain Recordings, Organized Nature, and more. 2008 will also see the release of his full-length artist album. On the DJ-ing front he will be hosting his own "Sounds Like" residency night at LA's Avalon, as well as new digital label. From being the leading DJ in New Orleans and Los Angeles, to a leading producer around the world there is not much Trent Cantrelle has not done. But if he hasn't done it yet, chances are that Trent will be doing it soon.

2009-07-29 Jul 29, 2009: Learn to Tweet, Blog and Connect Your Way to the Top at Teleseminar

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 05:00:00 PDT

Going solo doesn't have to be lonely. Learn to connect online and blog, link or tweet your way to new clients, increased self-promotion and profitable partnerships. Find out how independent practitioners are creating visibility for their expertise, their growing practice and client brands. During this two-and-a-half-hour virtual conference, social media experts Peter Shankman, Kami Watson Huyse, APR and Kellye Crane will share the techniques and strategies on how to make social media work for you. You will learn:

• How Twitter and other social media platforms are being used to promote consulting services.
• How other independent practitioners use social media to amplify their client offerings.
• The most effective uses and content suggestions.
• How to successfully integrate social media with your business offerings.

2009-07-31 Jul 31, 2009: Al Madrigal at Lakeshore Theater

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 12:00:00 PDT

Jury Award Winner for Best Stand-Up Comedian at the 2004 HBO Aspen Comedy Festival, Al Madrigal is a comic to watch. Called "Dynamic" by The New York Times, Al has turned a flair for storytelling into a standing as one of the Nation’s fasting rising stand-up comedians. His unique spontaneous and fast paced lyrical style has already landed him several starring roles in network television shows and earned him numerous appearances on Comedy Central including his own Comedy Central Presents Special, an animated bit on the show Shorties Watching Shorties, Reel Comedy, and Cheech Marin and Friends Live from The South Beach Comedy Festival.

Al has also appeared as a regular sketch performer on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson. Other standup credits include; Jimmy Kimmel Live, Chelsea Lately, Latino Laugh Festival the Show on SiTv, and Comedy Minutos on HBO Latino. Recently, Al starred as "Jesus" alongside Jeffrey Tambor and Raquel Welch in the CBS show "Welcome to The Captain" and he is currently slated to star in upcoming CBS comedy "Project Gary" with Jay Mohr.

2009-07-31 Jul 31, 2009: Bonér Petíte's School of Etiquette at Donny's Skybox Studio Theater

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 16:59:00 PDT

Mind your manners the Bonér Petíte way -- through long-form improvisation, sketch comedy and dance. Come equipped with that burning etiquette question you've been meaning to write Miss Manners about, leave with the smug satisfaction that you are perfect in every way.

2009-08-01 Aug 1, 2009: Jamie Foxx at Arie Crown Theater

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 13:00:00 PDT

Jamie Foxx

Arie Crown Theater

Chicago, IL
Sat, Aug 1, 2009 08:00 PM

2009-08-07 Aug 7, 2009: Maria Bamford at Lakeshore Theater

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:30:00 PDT

Marie Bamford stars in the new Comedy Central series, "The Comedians of Comedy Tour", is in Variety's TOP TEN COMICS TO WATCH, has been the talk of Montreal, Edinburgh, Aspen, Kilkenny and Melbourne Comedy Festivals and was voted by Comedy Central viewers as one of their Top Ten Favorite Comics. Maria landed a role as "The Neurotic Farm Wife" in the upcoming animated feature by Steve Odekerk, BARNYARD . Some of her other credits include, STUART LITTLE 2 , LUCKY NUMBERS with John Travolta , Dharma and Greg (very small part) and The Trouble with Normal.

2009-08-07 Aug 7, 2009: Joe Firstman at Martyr's

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 13:00:00 PDT

Joe Firstman is a classic American songwriter. He has a defined sound yet doesn't stick to any formula as his songs range from intimate piano/acoustic ballads to dynamic blues rockers to sophisticated pop songs. His lyrics go way beyond his years as he writes of everyday emotions and experiences with a fresh, unique and powerful delivery. His voice perfectly matches the message and tone of each individual song.

With special guest Brian Wright

2009-08-08 Aug 8, 2009: Recapitulation Presents: Rock Opera, The Musical! at Mary's Attic

Sat, 08 Aug 2009 12:30:00 PDT

What if you could see a Rock Opera and a Musical all in one night? Well now you can, Recapitulation takes one suggestion from the audience and weaves it first into a musical, and then into a Rock Opera! One evening–two shows! Special guest and Emcee for the performances–Keith Ecker!

Recapitulation, Chicago’s source for Dramalicious Musical Improv, announces its latest improvised musical comedy. Rock Opera, the Musical, is a benefit run to raise funds to accommodate a guest spot at Black Box Improv Festival in Atlanta.

2009-08-08 Aug 8, 2009: Maria Bamford at Lakeshore Theater

Sat, 08 Aug 2009 12:30:00 PDT

2009-08-14 Aug 14, 2009: Rich Vos with special guest Bonnie McFarlane at Lakeshore Theater

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:30:00 PDT

Rich Vos is an incredibly gifted comic who not only has sharp, insightful material, but he is also a master at working the crowd. His ability to perform in front of any audience has landed him television shows as varied as being the first white comic on Def Jam to performing on the View. Rich was the breakout star of NBC..s Last Comic Standing seasons 1 and 3, was a regular guest on Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn and wrote for Chris Rock when he hosted The Academy Awards in 2005. He also played Lenny Bruce on NBC..s American Dreams and is a regular on the Opie and Anthony radioshow. He has one of the highest rated half hour specials on comedy central.

Bonnie McFarlane appeared in a TV episode of The Drew Carey Show. She also appeared in season 2 of Last Comic Standing, and earned her own HBO One Night Stand special. She also recently appeared on two Comedy Central Presents specials in the same season.

2009-08-14 Aug 14, 2009: Belles & Whistles' Old Tyme Strip Show at Music Box Theatre

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:55:00 PDT

Starring Michelle L'amour and the Chicago Starlets

Back by popular demand! Belles & Whistles returns to Chicago’s historic Music Box Theatre for a third and even more stellar engagement. For two night’s only Michelle L’amour and her Chicago Starlets will stage an all-new extravaganza featuring brand new burlesque acts, variety and vaudeville and special guests Nadine Dubois (from Minneapolis) and Mr. Exotic World (Best Boylesque) 2006, the internationally acclaimed showboy TIGGER! (from New York City). You will not want to miss this amazing show! Tickets are $15 in advance through Ticketweb and $20 day-of at the box office only. Save money with the Sweetheart Deal: Only $25, and admits two!

2009-08-14 Aug 15, 2009: The Wiggles Go Bananas at Rosemont Theatre 5400 North River Road

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 17:00:00 PDT

The Wiggles Go Bananas

Rosemont Theatre

Rosemont, IL
Sat, Aug 15, 2009 01:30 PM

www.ticketmaster.com

2009-08-15 Aug 15, 2009: Recapitulation Presents: Rock Opera, The Musical! at Mary's Attic

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 12:30:00 PDT

2009-08-15 Aug 15, 2009: Rich Vos with special guest Bonnie McFarlane at Lakeshore Theater

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 12:30:00 PDT

2009-08-15 Aug 15, 2009: Belles & Whistles' Old Tyme Strip Show at Music Box Theatre

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 16:55:00 PDT

Starring Michelle L'amour and the Chicago Starlets

Back by popular demand! Belles & Whistles returns to Chicago’s historic Music Box Theatre for a third and even more stellar engagement. For two nights only Michelle L’amour and her Chicago Starlets will stage an all-new extravaganza featuring brand new burlesque acts, variety and vaudeville and special guests Nadine Dubois (from Minneapolis) and Mr. Exotic World (Best Boylesque) 2006, the internationally acclaimed showboy TIGGER! (from New York City). You will not want to miss this amazing show! Tickets are $15 in advance through Ticketweb and $20 day-of at the box office only. Save money with the Sweetheart Deal: Only $25, and admits two!

2009-08-16 Aug 16, 2009: Joey Page at Lakeshore Theater

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 09:00:00 PDT

Multi talented singer / songwriter/ producer, Joey Page is a star on the rise. At the age of 17, the Orlando native has spent most of his young life immersed in the entertainment industry. He has embraced all aspects of the music industry and is growing musically at an alarming pace. Joey's roguishly handsome looks, charm and cool as can be swagger makes him equally hip to the young girls that swoon for him as to the young guys that want to be like him.

As an artist Joey has been heavily influenced by many of today's artists as well as some of music's legendary performers. Joey has a strong understanding of today's music scene on a global level and is a true student of the industry. He has demonstrated the ability to tap into a wide array of emotions and convey them through his lyrics and music. He is an expressive young man that makes no excuses or apologies for who he is. What sets Joey apart form many of today's young artists is his undeniable stage presence. Joey exudes charisma at every turn and is a true throwback, a genuine showman. Whether performing a laid back track, an up tempo anthem, or taking it down for a heart wrenching ballad the audience always leaves wanting more.

Currently Joey is putting the finishing touches on his upcoming LP and has been on the road promoting his music and live show. With an already rabid fan base that is increasing by the day and the resurgence of the pop music scene in the industry w

2009-08-22 Aug 22, 2009: Recapitulation Presents: Rock Opera, The Musical! at Mary's Attic

Sat, 22 Aug 2009 12:30:00 PDT

2009-08-22 Aug 22, 2009: John Oliver at Lakeshore Theater

Sat, 22 Aug 2009 12:30:00 PDT

John Oliver is a British comedian and correspondent on The Daily Show on Comedy Central. In 2008, Oliver got his first hour-long stand-up special on the network. John Oliver: Terrifying Times premiered on April 20, 2008.

In addition to his stand-up comedy and Daily Show duties, Oliver also appeared in the 2008 Mike Myers comedy film The Love Guru.

Oliver frequently collaborates with fellow comedian Andy Zaltzman. Together, the pair have written and performed several comedy programs for BBC Radio 4, including The Department and Political Animal.

2009-08-27 Aug 27, 2009: We Love Obama Tour at Lakeshore Theater

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:00:00 PDT

The We Love Obama Tour is a unique performance that combines groundbreaking theater with accomplished and hilarious stand-up comedy. The result is a hilarious and enlightening event. You don’t have to be addicted to the “first black president”, know someone who is, or even like Obama to enjoy great live comedy. Four to six hilarious performers present at least five minutes of material on “our first Black President Barak Obama”. The material is always funny and never what you are expecting no matter your sexual, religious or political persuasion, the show is sure to bring you to your feet with laughter.

Yes- it is also a fundraiser- based in the spirit of our President’ it is an event of inclusion and service. A commitment to a percentage of the net dedicated to a charity is to be announced at the end of the show(local to the venue). Homeless shelters and injured veteran associations are the priority.

The cast:

Sister Quintella

Shawn Flannery

CJ Sullivan

Aaron Foster

Dwayne Kennedy

Leon Rogers

Dj Court is providing music!

2009-08-28 Aug 28, 2009: Recapitulation Presents: Rock Opera, The Musical! at Mary's Attic

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:30:00 PDT

2009-08-28 Aug 28, 2009: Ted Alexandro at Lakeshore Theater

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:30:00 PDT

Ted Alexandro is one of the rising comedians in the country and around the world, with appearances on David Letterman, Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Kimmel, The View and two half-hour specials on Comedy Central.

Ted has performed on "The World Stands Up" in London, "The Big Night of Comedy Festival" in Amsterdam and thrice at Montreal's "Just for Laughs Comedy Festival". Time Out NY magazine named Ted one of the top comedians working today.

Uproar magazine had this to say: "With an appeal similar to Ray Romano and Jerry Seinfeld, Ted Al

2009-08-29 Aug 29, 2009: Dance for Life Chicago at Harris Theatre

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 10:00:00 PDT

Join five of the city’s top dance companies for one spectacular, celebratory evening of dance – all on one stage! Dance for Life, currently in its 18th year, is the largest performance-based AIDS fundraising event in the Midwest and raises awareness and funds for HIV/AIDS prevention and care programs. Raising more than $3 million since 1992, this highly anticipated event is hosted by Dean Richards, entertainment critic and reporter for WGN-TV (CW), Chicago; National Cable Channel, WGN America and News Talk 720 WGN Radio.

Proceeds benefit the AIDS Foundation of Chicago, Chicago House, AIDSCare, Center on Halsted and the Dance for Life Fund.

2009-08-29 Aug 29, 2009: Ted Alexandro at Lakeshore Theater

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:00:00 PDT

2009-09-05 Sep 5, 2009: Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad at Lakeshore Theater

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 12:30:00 PDT

Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad is a refreshing mix of comedy, music, spoken-word and show-stopping burlesque. It stars gals who learned to smoke at Hebrew School, got drunk at their Bat-Mitzvahs and would rather have more schtuppa than the chupah. Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad features a rotating cast of comedians Ophira Eisenberg (Comedy Central), Cynthia Levin (Comedy Central), booty shakin' by Sister Schmaltz and hosted by queen of the quick change, The Goddess Perlman (Last Comic Standing) and performers have been seen on Comedy Central, HBO and Late Night TV. These badass chosen chicks boldly dare to deconstruct years of tradition, expectations and guilt in a fast-paced vaudeville extravaganza. It's ain't yo' mama's Fiddler!

Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad has been spreading their own brand of nuevo schmaltz across the land to sold-out crowds in NYC, DC, Baltimore, Boston, Philadelphia, Providence, Miami, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Santa Cruz, Pittsburgh, Madison, Detroit, Montreal, Burlington, Provincetown, The Berkshires, The Hamptons, and of course, The Catskills and now are making their way to the Chicago for two shows on September 5th at 7:30pm and 10:30pm. Audiences can't get enough of these wayward girls, so get your tickets now!

2009-09-11 Sep 11, 2009: Cinematic Titanic at Lakeshore Theater

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 12:30:00 PDT

From the people who brought you Mystery Science Theater 3000 comes a whole new movie-riffing experience: CINEMATIC TITANIC. Created by Joel Hodgson, creator and star of MST3K (as it’s known to it’s devoted fans), and featuring the writing and performing talents of the show’s original cast – Joel Hodgson (Joel Robinson), Trace Beaulieu (Crow, Dr. Forrester) and J. Elvis Weinstein (Tom Servo, Dr. Ehrhardt) along with longtime writers and co-stars from the show’s 10 year run, Frank Conniff (TV’s Frank) and Mary Jo Pehl (Pearl Forrester).

Having spent the last several years working separately, and in various combinations on network TV (Freaks and Geeks, The Drew Carey Show, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, AFV, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Later with Greg Kinnear, and multiple other shows) the crew of Cinematic Titanic is thrilled to reunite for this artist funded and operated venture.

Each night will be a new, unreleased Cinematic Titanic Title:

Thursday, September 10:
7:30pm - Unreleased 1

Friday, September 11:
7:30pm & 10:30pm-Unreleased 2

Saturday, September 12:
7:30pm & 10:30pm-Unreleased 3

Please note that none of the previous Cinematic Titanic Titles (The Wasp Woman, Doomsday Machine and The Oozing Skull) will be shown.

2009-09-12 Sep 12, 2009: Cinematic Titanic at Lakeshore Theater

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 12:30:00 PDT

2009-09-12 Sep 12, 2009: Cinematic Titanic at Lakeshore Theater

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 12:30:00 PDT

2009-09-17 Sep 17, 2009: Strategic Social Media Management at Teleseminar

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 07:00:00 PDT

Learn how to successfully manage a social media campaign by pairing your insight and strategy with the skills and enthusiasm of the technically savvy junior pros on your staff. With the exploding growth of social media, the need to apply strategic thinking to your public relations and communications campaigns has never been more critical. Join Kami Watson Huyse, APR, and learn how to join forces to create ultimate social media success.

You will come away with:

* A clear cultural understanding needed to communicate with social media tools.
* A framework for using social media in business continuity planning.
* An overview of how to choose the right social media tools to meet your objectives.
* A plan of attack to start incorporating social media in your campaigns.
* Knowledge on how to transition your communications experience and know-how to social media.
* How to manage a successful social media campaign.

2009-10-08 Oct 8, 2009: Broken Lizard LIVE featuring the stars and creators of SUPER TROOPERS, BEERFEST and CLUB DREAD at Lakeshore Theater

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:00:00 PDT

Jay Chandrasekhar, Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme, Paul Soter and Erik Stolhanske, comprise the five-member filmmaking comedy group Broken Lizard. Broken Lizard formed at Colgate University as a student sketch comedy group. Following graduation, they relocated to New York City, where they performed live shows in exchange for sexual favors.

The group began its feature film career with their award-winning debut Puddle Cruiser in 1996. They followed up with the independently-financed, cult-hit Super Troopers (Fox Searchlight), which premiered at the 2001 Sundance Film Festival and was released worldwide in February 2002. Besides earning $20 million at the box office, Super Troopers also found a massive audience in the home video market, selling over five million copies on DVD. They followed Super Troopers with yet another cult favorite, the horror-comedy Club Dread (Fox Searchlight) which was released in February of 2004.

In 2005, the group co-wrote and acted in the film remake of the popular 70’s television series The Dukes of Hazzard (Warner Bros), which was directed by Chandrasekhar. They followed their work on Dukes of Hazzard with Beerfest, released in August 2006.

Broken Lizard recently finished their next film, The Slammin’ Salmon, which was shot in Los Angeles in January of 2008. The film stars Broken Lizard and is slated for release in late 2009. Broken Lizard is also in post production on a film they produced with Counting Crows front man Adam Duritz, titled Freeloaders.

Currently Broken Lizard is returning to their sketch comedy roots, embarking on a nationwide tour. Join all five members as they present stand-up, live sketches (including appearances by characters from Super Troopers and Beerfest), Improv, original films, and Q & A about their experiences creating and releasing all of their films including the upcoming The Slammin’ Salmon.

2009-10-09 Oct 9, 2009: Broken Lizard LIVE featuring the stars and creators of SUPER TROOPERS, BEERFEST and CLUB DREAD at Lakeshore Theater

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 12:30:00 PDT

2009-10-10 Oct 10, 2009: Tyrone Wells at Lakeshore Theater

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 12:30:00 PDT

Tyrone Wells has delivered an epic pop/rock album with his second major label effort, Remain. Pursuing a more collaborative process and having added a more lush production to his singer–songwriter roots, the new album proves to be a great showcase for his powerful and emotional voice.

The Spokane, WA native’s desire to ‘open up the process’ found him traveling to London to work with a circle of songwriters/musicians who aligned with Wells’ musical direction. “Half of the album was done in London and the other half completed here in the states,” says Wells. “I didn’t know what kind of record I was going to make before I got to London, but something just seemed to click while I was there that really defined what I wanted to do with this album.” Invoking a cathartic creative process from the very beginning for Remain, the songwriter penned an astounding 60 songs for the record.
“…new album proves to be a great showcase for his powerful and emotional voice.”

Tyrone worked with songwriter/producer Martin Terefe (Jason Mraz, KT Tunstall, James Morrison) and Iain Archer (UK indie artist and Snow Patrol co–writer) in the UK, and Tim Myers (formerly of OneRepublic), David Hodges (formerly of Evanescence) and Matt Scannell (Vertical Horizon) in the U.S. Creating a work that manages to be more guitar–edged than previous Wells’ efforts – but still unabashedly soul–baring – he appreciated huddling with collaborators like Terefe, who –like Wells – is a big believer in trusting one’s instincts. “We had great chemistry together.” “Losing Ground,” one of a handful of production/songwriting collaborations between Wells and Terefe, was written and demoed in less than 3 hours during their first writing session together.

Wells has found himself on a new musical path on his second Universal Republic effort, but he continues to display the same gritty determination and work ethic that has enabled him to chart his own course from the very beginning. Wells launched his career unveiling his first indie release with the take–me–as–I–am motif of 2003’s Snapshot. An in–demand live offering followed in 2005: Close: Live at McClain’s, (the coffeehouse where he established his raved–about live rep) capturing the singer’s unique intimacy with an audience.

Soon, major labels came calling. “All of a sudden, after five years of doing everything on my own steam I had all these labels interested,” says Wells. His 2007 release, the soulful Hold On, was originally his third indie record. The album was picked up by Universal Republic and released untouched as his major label debut.

The buzz surrounding Wells’ inspiring wealth of songs was also beginning to land him song placements in films and TV shows. To date Tyrone has had significant placements including “One Tree Hill,” “Everyone’s Hero,” “Rescue Me,” “Ghost Whisperer,” “Numbers,” “Criminal Minds,” “Army Wives,” “What About Brian,” “The 50 Greatest Moments at Madison Square Garden” and the “Rails & Ties” trailer.

2009-10-15 Oct 15, 2009: Integrating Social Media Into Crisis Planning at Teleseminar

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 07:00:00 PDT

Discover how you can use social media to update your crisis plan. Companies and organizations are faced with an unprecedented expectation to provide instant communication during a crisis. Short news cycles are further impacted by the rise of online social networks where eyewitnesses and those affected communicate their perceptions in real time. Find out from Kami Watson Huyse, APR, and Gerald Baron how to incorporate some of these same tools and techniques during a crisis. Learn how you can position yourself to be in the forefront of information about your company and brand.
You will learn:

* About the special requirements and cultural understanding needed to communicate with social media tools.
* The strategic framework for integrating social media tools and tactics with business continuity and crisis management plans.
* The take-away list of tools and resources to get started.

2009-10-16 Oct 16, 2009: Jim Jeffries at Lakeshore Theater

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:30:00 PDT

Regarded as one of the fastest rising stars in the comedy world, his brash, confrontational style has made him one of the most sought after comics on the world stage. Jim gets away with jokes that most comedians wouldn't touch due to his ability to both charm and offend the crowd in equal measures. The Herald wrote of Jim, "The Australian doesn't care who he offends, badgering those who resist until they capitulate and join in the laughter, hard hitting and expertly delivered".

Jim returned to the Montreal "Just for Laughs" Comedy Festival this year, wowing audiences with his performances in the Nasty Show, and most notably, his one-hour solo show, fittingly titled "The Second Coming." Jim first appeared at the "Just for Laughs" Festival in 2005, where he performed in the highly acclaimed "Nasty Show," and garnered one of the biggest press articles at the festival. In 2006, Jim made his return to the Edinburgh Festival where "The Second Coming" sold out the entire run.

2009-10-17 Oct 17, 2009: Jim Jeffries at Lakeshore Theater

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 12:30:00 PDT