Oakton’s String Ensemble to take the stage March 13

Oakton's String Ensemble will play selections by composers including Johann Sebastian Bach and Scott Joplin at concert on March 13.

Caddyshack Comedy Kicks Off March 7th In Rosemont

Murray Bros. Caddyshack restaurant in Rosemont adds live stand-up comedy to the menu with the Caddyshack Comedy monthly showcase series.

Oakton’s Chicago Writers Series March 13 focuses on South Side

Tony Bowers, author of "On the Nine," will read selections from his book March 13 at Oakton's Chicago Writers Series event.

Oakton hosts productions of "A Streetcar Named Desire" March 7-17

“A Streetcar Named Desire,” will be presented March 7-10 and 14-17 at Oakton Community College’s Footlik Theater.

Des Plaines Resident Performs in "Sweet Tap Chicago"

Des Plaines Resident, Sarah Owens, Performs in Chicago Tap Theatre's "Sweet Tap Chicago"

Enter Oakton playwriting festival for a chance to win up to $200

Submissions are due Monday, April 1 for Oakton's “Play On Student Playwriting Festival.”

Des Plaines Park District Celebrates Dance Room Expansion

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to commemorate the expansion of the dance studio at 2222 Birch St. Des Plaines

Oakton hosts an evening of Javanese music Feb. 23

Enjoy an evening of Javanese music 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, when Oakton hosts a performance by the Friends of the Gamelan.

Oakton joins community celebration of Polish culture

Join Oakton Community College for the community-wide celebration of “Coming Together,” which this year spotlights Polish culture.

Oakton joins global campaign to prevent violence against women

Oakton hosts three benefit performances of “The Vagina Monologues” at 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Feb. 14-16.

Audition for Oakton’s “The Shadow Box” Feb. 19-20

Open call auditions for Oakton's production of “The Shadow Box” are scheduled 6-9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 19-20.

INDISTRY TV Hosts Screening of Film by Kyle Prater

NFLer-Turned-Director Kyle Prate Showcases "Shifting Gears II" and Supports the What's Your Forte Foundation

The Performer's School Brings Industry Legends To Teach Children

2019 Series of Professional Workshops Announced

Oakton exhibit featuring Chicago couple's art opens Feb. 7

“Intersection of Place and Time: Indira Freitas Johnson and Karl Johnson" runs Feb. 7, through March 22, at Oakton's art museum.

Take A Fanciful Trip “Into The Woods”

NWCook CYT Presents “Into the Woods, Jr.” - February 15-24 at Prairie Lakes Theater in Des Plaines - www.cytchicago.org

Jiving jazz combo sounds come to Oakton Feb. 1

'Jazzin’ Around' features classic and contemporary favorites, with a little something for everyone.

Audition for Oakton’s production of Vagina Monologues Jan. 28-29

Actors of all skill levels who identify as female are encouraged to attend open calls for Oakton’s production of “The Vagina Monologues."

Elton John In Rosemont: Dates, Tickets To Farewell Tour

Elton John is heading to five continents as part of his 300-date Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour. Here’s how you can watch.

The Troupe at The Performers School Presents Seussical Kids

Order tickets now for Seussical Kids brought to you by The Troupe of The Performer's School!

Oakton Ceramics Club raises $28,000 for local food pantries

Empty Bowls at Oakton raised more than $28,000 for local food pantries by selling more than 1,700 ceramic pieces Saturday, Dec. 1.

Oakton hosts entertaining night of improvisational comedy Dec. 8

Oakton’s student improvisation group, OMG! Improv, takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, at the college's Studio One Theater.

Oakton hosts Dec. 4 ‘Speaker Showcase’

Oakton speech students will explore creative and informative styles of public oration at “Speaker Showcase,” 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 4.

Pulitzer Prize winning play ‘Disgraced’ comes to Oakton Dec. 1-2

The winner of the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, “Disgraced,” will be presented 7:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 1, and 2 p.m. Sun., Dec. 2, at Oakton.

Oakton art exhibit featuring works of Harold Haydon opens Dec. 6

Oakton’s Koehnline Museum of Art will display unique compositions by Chicago artist Harold Haydon Thursday, Dec. 6, through Friday, Jan. 25.

Noted ceramicist Ben Bates coming to Oakton Nov. 29

Prominent Chicago ceramicist Ben Bates will discuss his unique techniques at a free public Visiting Artist Series event Thursday, Nov. 29.

Poet H. Melt reads at Oakton Nov. 27 Chicago Writers Series event

Award-winning poet H. Melt reads selections celebrating Chicago’s queer and trans communities Tuesday, Nov. 27, at Oakton.

Sarah Owens Performs in Chicago Tap Theatre's "Tidings of Tap!"

Des Plaines Resident, Sarah Owens, Performs in Chicago Tap Theatre's "Tidings of Tap!"

Oakton hosts Fifth Annual “Pop-Up Film Festival” Nov. 27-30

Oakton’s “Pop-Up Film Festival” will showcase four acclaimed independent films.

Oakton Jewish Studies to examine the revival of klezmer music

Enjoy an engaging, free public lecture about the history of klezmer music Thursday, Nov. 20, at Oakton's Skokie campus.

Oakton Visiting Artist Series to feature Darryll Schiff Nov. 13

Chicago artist Darryll Schiff will provide insight on how to grow a professional art career at 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, at Oakton.

Oakton’s art department to shine at “ID Show”

“ID Show 2018" showcases the talent of Oakton's art faculty members. The exhibit runs through Wednesday, Nov. 21.

Oakton hosts 2018 Skyway Jazz Festival Oct. 27

Oakton will host the 2018 Illinois Skyway Collegiate Jazz Festival 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Oct. 27, at the college’s Performing Arts Center.

“Doubt: A Parable” comes to Oakton’s Studio One Nov. 8-10, 15-18

The winner of the 2005 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, “Doubt: A Parable,” will be presented Nov. 8-10 and Nov. 15-18 at Oakton's Studio One.

Art of Illinois Opens at Gallery Seven

Local Artist Wins Honorable Mention

Listen to cool sounds at the Oakton ‘Jazz Lounge’ Oct. 19

Listen to the award-winning Oakton Jazz Band as it entertains with a blend of classic and jazz standards 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19.

CYT NWCook Presents “Alice in Wonderland: A Pop Musical"

Oct 25-Nov 4 at Prairie Lakes Theater in Des Plaines www.cytchicago.org or 847-516-2298 for tix

Oakton Visiting Artist Series to feature painter Gwendolyn Zabick

Painter and curator Gwendolyn Zabicki will serve as the presenter at Oakton's Visiting Artist Series event Oct. 15.

Oakton's Chicago Writers Series to feature poet Virginia Bell

Join Chicago area poet Virginia Bell for a special reading Wednesday, Oct. 10 at Oakton Community College's Studio One Theater.

Oakton Visiting Artist Series to feature sculptor Indira Johnson

Noted sculptor and cultural activist and educator Indira Johnson will discuss her influences as part of the Visiting Artist Series Oct. 3.

Oakton presents “The Skin of Our Teeth” Oct. 4-7, 11-14

Thornton Wilder’s classic play, “The Skin of Our Teeth,” will be presented Oct. 4-7 and Oct. 11-14 at Oakton ’s Footlik Theater.