See Chicago Tours & Activities

See Chicago Tours and Activities

“Black n Blue Boys/Broken Men”

Friday, October 26, 8 p.m. at the Goodman Theater, Chicago

In an arresting one-woman show, Pulitzer Prize finalist Dael Orlandersmith seamlessly transforms into five unforgettable male characters whose outward dissimilarities belie their inescapable link: a traumatic past plagued by a cycle of violence and abuse. Taking us from Coney Island to Manchester, England, and back, Ms. Orlandersmith brings to life a series of harrowing stories that weave together each character's friends, family, lovers, and counselors into an explosive narrative that uncovers the darkest corners of humanity—and shatters our notions about predators and their victims. At once powerful and heartbreakingly poetic, “Black ‘n Blue Boys/Broken Men” will leave you breathless.

Ticket Price: $20 per person (tickets and show details will be mailed to you in advance of Homecoming weekend) 

Chicago Architecture Boat Tour

Saturday, October 27, 4:00p.m. (4:15p.m. and 5:00p.m. departure times)

See some of downtown Chicago’s greatest architectural wonders—by water! The tour takes you from the lakefront, through the locks and along the river, and is your one of your best choices for experiencing Chicago. This memorable 75-minute river and lake architectural cruise from Chicago Line Tours features exciting views and descriptions of Chicago's most famous architecture, landmarks and history combined with an exciting ride aboard the speed boat. Passage is $40 per adult, $32 per senior, and $22 per child (ages 7-18) and includes complimentary Starbucks Coffee, soft drinks and fresh-baked muffins or cookies.