The Beverly Arts Center (BAC) is a true "hidden gem" in Chicago. Situated in Beverly/Morgan Park, one of the city's most beautiful, historic and artistic neighborhoods, the Center was founded more than 40 years ago -- the grandchildren of people who took art classes in the early years at the old art center are taking classes today in the brand new, state of the art building! Unlike many arts organizations, the Beverly Arts Center embraces all the arts -- visual, dance, theater, improv comedy, music, film, literature -- and all the ages -- music classes start with Kindermusik for infants and continue through to classes designed for seniors.
The BAC is a terrific concert venue with a 400 seat theater, great acoustics, free parking and affordable tickets. Friday, June 26, Dr. John and the Lower 911 Band play at 8 p.m. Leon Russell comes July 11 and Johnny Winter July 17. (For a schedule of concerts and other entertainment, go to www.beverlyartcenter.org). All summer long we host free outdoor jazz concerts on Monday evenings. Teen performers bring their talents to open mic nights.
In May we published our first literary arts magazine, BAC Street Journal. The magazine features poetry, short fiction, essays, photographs and illustrations. Copies are available for $5 each (plus postage), and submissions are now being accepted for the fall issue. For magazines or submission guidelines, email bacstreetjournal@gmail.com.
Theater classes and performances continue year round at the Beverly Arts Center. Many of the offerings are geared to children. This summer, student actors are performing in "Disney's Aladdin" and "Cats." Chicago Kids Company is performing "The Princess and the Pea."
We are the home of the Chicago Irish Film Festival, which celebrated it's 10th anniversary in March. We also have an outstanding weekly film program, screening independent, first run and foreign films every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 ($5 for BAC members) and popcorn is only $1!
The BAC is an art center for everyone!
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Folks should check out the deals the BAC is offering on upcoming performances: Buy 1 Get One for 50% off tickets!
ReplyDeleteLook at the main website, www.beverlyartcenter.org, or call the center at 773-445-3838, ext. 200, to get more information!