CLC's James Lumber Center announces eclectic fall lineup

Posted July 24, 2023 11:00 pm

Submitted by the College of Lake County

Tartan Terrors will bring their mix of Celtic music, step dance, humor and more to the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County on Sept. 16. Courtesy of the College of Lake County

Celtic rock, Mexican guitars and cabaret bring the stage to life this fall season at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County.

"We're excited to roll out our 2023-24 season, which has a variety of fun, artistic and cultural events from which to choose," JLC Executive Director Alisa Baum said.

"And there's more to come. Throughout the year, we'll be announcing additional shows to delight audiences throughout Lake County."

More events will be announced in the future. The events so far include:

• Tartan Terrors, 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16: With a distinctive sound that makes Celtic music fun and inviting, this energetic ensemble blends the coolness of a rock show with stepdance, humor and more. Tickets are $22 regular, $20 for seniors and military and $10 for students. Artist website: tartanterrors.com.

• Hasta La Muerte, A Day of the Dead Show by Las Cafeteras, 10 a.m. (school show) and 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27. Rooted in the Indigenous Mexican practice of honoring ancestors, this multidimensional performance features gorgeous music, entrancing dance and a soul-welcoming altar. Tickets are $5 for the school show, $28 regular, $25 for seniors and military, and $14 for students. Artist website: lascafeteras.com.

• Isaac Mizrahi, 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29: Renowned as an actor, writer, designer and producer, Isaac Mizrahi brings his panache and charming cabaret show in an evening of stories, anecdotes and nostalgic song. Tickets are $42 regular, $38 for seniors and military, and $20 for students. Artist website: helloisaac.com.

Tickets are now on sale at jlcenter.clcillinois.edu or call the JLC Box Office at (847) 543-2300. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the JLC Box Office, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake.

Check the JLC website for the latest box office hours. The JLC offers free parking and has a snack bar with soft drinks, beer, wine, chips and candy for sale.

The James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at CLC will present "Hasta La Muerte, A Day of the Dead Show" by Las Cafeteras on Oct. 27. Courtesy of the College of Lake County

Actor, writer, designer and producer Isaac Mizrahi will bring his cabaret show to CLC's James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts on Oct. 29. Courtesy of the College of Lake County

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