Beyond, Dance, Event, Stages

Review: Controlled Burn–Raks Inferno Makes a Safe but Sizzling Return to In Person Shows

It’s been a long while since things were “normal.” And the last time we set foot in the Newport Theater, it was over a year ago and cold out. Very […]

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Beyond, Burlesque, Circus, Dance, Event, Stages, Theater

Preview: The Newport Theater’s “Peek-Easy” Debuts a Series of Saucy and Safe Live Mini-Shows Tonight with a Raks Geek Takeover

Today’s a momentous day for Chicago. Stage 5 COVID-19 restrictions officially lift, leaving everyone with more options than ever for things to do with their weekend. It feels a little […]

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Beyond, Dance, Event, Stages

Preview: TONIGHT Raks Geek’s Cyberspace Edition II Brings Home All The Nerdy Fun and Fantastic Talent

There are a lot of incredible groups for people who love nerdy things in Chicago, whether that’s gaming, nerdlesque, theater, dance or all of those things. One of our favorite […]

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Beyond, Dance, Event, Stages

Review: Raks Inferno is a Lot of Fiery Passion in an Intimate Space

If you’ve been around the performing arts scene in Chicago enough, you might have heard tales of a bellydancing Wookiee. We certainly had, and found ourselves mesmerized by the fun […]

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