The Mix: 6 cool things to do in the week ahead in Chicago

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Welcome to our weekly newsletter for The Mix, a rundown of some cool things to check out in the Chicago area over the next few days.

Whether it's music, theater, dance, family fun, museums or art, we're highlighting the happenings you don't want to miss.

Note: You're receiving this newsletter because you already subscribe to our weekly Entertainment newsletter. Please check listed websites for last-minute cancellations or postponements.

"Red Summer" | Lane Cameron Photo

THEATER

"Red Summer"

Andrew White and Shepsu Aakhu's drama, set during the 1919 Chicago race riots, is the story of two soldiers — one black, one white — who fought on the same side during World War I but are now pitted against one other. J. Dymond directs the world premiere play.

From Sept. 16-25 at Governors State University Center for the Performing Arts, 1 University Dr., University Park. Tickets: $29-$39. Visit govst.edu/redsummer.

A production of "Fiddler on the Roof" from Komische Oper Berlin has its North American premiere at Lyric Opera. | Iko Freese

THEATER

"Fiddler on the Roof"

Lyric Opera presents the North American premiere of director Barrie Kosky's new production of Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick's classic musical. Broadway performers Steven Skybell and Debbie Gravitte make their Lyric debuts as Tevye and Golde.

From Sept. 17-Oct. 7 at Lyric Opera, 20 N. Wacker. Tickets:$40+. Visit lyricopera.org

The North American tour of "Anastasia." | Jeremy Daniel Photo

THEATER

"Anastasia"

Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty's musical about the woman who claimed to be the missing princess of the Romanov empire.

From Sept. 20-25 at CIBC Theatre, 18 W. Monroe. Tickets $27+. Visit broadwayinchicago.com.

El Toro Loco at Monster Jam | Feld Entertainment

FAMILY FUN

Monster Jam

The action-packed motorsport event returns with the usual all-star lineup: Krysten Anderson driving Grave Digger, Armando Castro behind the wheel of El Toro Loco, Tristan England driving EarthShaker and many more.

At 7 p.m. Sept. 16; 1, 7 p.m. Sept. 17, and 1, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 18 at Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim, Rosemont. Tickets: $20+. Visit ticketmaster.com.

Pilsen Fest | Provided

FAMILY FUN

Pilsen Fest

The festival features music, food, children's workshops, arts and crafts, visual arts, dancing, poetry, live painting and other cultural performances. Among the many performers on the music stages are Ruben Albarran, Rosalba Valdez, Kenny Larken, Mr. Jhomba, Sones de Mexico Ensemble, Ron Carroll, Hierba Mala and many more.

From noon-10 p.m. Sept. 17-18 at 18th and Blue Island. Admission is free. Visit facebook.com/pilsenfest.

MUSIC

Chicago House Music Festival and Conference

The event presents DJs and live performances highlighting the various sounds and styles of the genre born in Chicago. Included are performances by Grammy-nominated artists Ten City and Josh Milan, a house music symposium, a celebration of house music legend Frankie Knuckles, a house club tour of Chicago venues, and a footwork dance-down.

From Sept. 15-18 in Millennium Park and other locations around the city. Admission is free. Visit chicagohousemusicfestival.us.

For more cool things to do in Chicago, read The Mix in its entirety at the link below.

Cool things to do in Chicago, Sept. 15-21

"Anastasia," "Fiddler on the Roof," the Chicago House Music Festival and Conference, and Chicago SummerDance Celebration are among the cool things to see and do in the week ahead.

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