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LGBTQIA+ Events

The Newport Theater

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This collection of events are queer-affirming and a place to connect with other folks in the LGBTQIA+ community.

Events in this collection

BENDER
Fri 2 Oct, 21:30
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Raks Inferno: Halloween Cirque Burlesque
Fri 9 Oct, 19:00
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Raks Inferno: Cirque Burlesque
Fri 13 Nov, 19:00
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D!cks! The Show
Sat 12 Sept, 21:30
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Raks Geek: A Sci-Fi + Fantasy Speakeasy
Fri 11 Sept, 19:00
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WILL! The Birthday Concert
Fri 14 Aug, 19:00
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Tassels Off: A Cute A$$ Fundraiser!
Sun 19 Jul, 15:00
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Raks Inferno: Cirque Burlesque
Fri 10 Jul, 19:00
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Brown Suga & Birthday Cake: The Bodacious 1 yr Anniversary
Fri 3 Jul, 21:00
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Obedience III: A Sapphic D0mme Cabaret
Thu 25 Jun, 20:00
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TBOYSKR1PCLUB presents REVIVAL
Wed 24 Jun, 20:00
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Dominick Pupa: Live at the Newport
Sun 21 Jun, 19:00
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House of Thornes: Open House
Sat 20 Jun, 21:30
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Transcendence: A Black Trans Variety Show!
Fri 19 Jun, 21:30
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BLACK MAGIC Juneteenth Celebration Variety Show
Fri 19 Jun, 19:00
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Tater Tot presents: A Hot Tottie Album Party
Thu 18 Jun, 20:00
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Luminosity
Sat 13 Jun, 21:30
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Raks Geek: Pride Edition
Fri 12 Jun, 19:00
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Modern Gentlemen: A Drag King Cabaret
Fri 22 May, 21:30
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Raks Inferno: Cirque Burlesque
Fri 8 May, 19:00
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Sir Gorey's Fun-razor and Variety Show
Sun 3 May, 19:00
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The Newport Theater

Organizer of LGBTQIA+ Events

The Newport Theater is a 100-seat independent theater located in the heart of the Wrigleyville neighborhood in Chicago, IL. The Newport Theater hosts artist-produced burlesque, drag, comedy, and variety events.

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Belly Dance

3 upcoming events

A collection of belly dance shows and classes at the Newport Theater.

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Black Excellence

No upcoming events

Give your money and support to Black artists -- these shows are all led by Black producers.

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Burlesque

5 upcoming events

A collection of Newport's burlesque shows and classes! Photo of Juju Valentine by Greg Inda.

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Clown

2 upcoming events

A collection of physical theater and clown shows, classes and events at the Newport Theater

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Comedy

1 upcoming event

The Newport Theater offers a variety of sketch and stand-up comedy, including our weekly house show, Bye Bye Liver, Fridays at 7:00. Pictured (LtoR): Marissa Chastain, Dave Honigman, Fee Basanavicius, Prateek Srivastrava, Leo LaCamera. Photo by Greg Inda

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Dance

6 upcoming events

The Newport Theater has shows that feature belly dance, burlesque, Indian fusion dancing, and more! Photo of Shalaka Kulkarni by Peter Serocki

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Drag

1 upcoming event

The Newport Theater hosts a variety of drag productions, featuring some of the most talented drag artists that Chicago has to offer. Bring your tipping dollars! Photograph of Willy LaQueue by Greg Inda.

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Newport Theater Camp

2 upcoming events

The Newport Theater Camp is a collection of classes, showcases, and opportunities for those interested in learning new skills in fringe art forms like burlesque, clowning, drag, and more!

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Plan 9 Burlesque

No upcoming events

Catch the ass-tronauts of Plan 9 Burlesque as they present burlesque and variety shows that feature a nerdy twist!

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POC-Led Productions

2 upcoming events

A collection of burlesque, drag, pole, and variety shows that are produced/led by People of Color (POC).

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Pole Dance

1 upcoming event

A collection of shows showcasing the athleticism, artistry, and eroticism of pole dancing.

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Raks Geek + Raks Inferno

2 upcoming events

Featuring circus performers, bellydancers, flow artists, & more who have performed around the world, dazzling and inspiring audiences from Germany to Morocco, Costa Rica to the Czech Republic. As featured on MSN, WGN-TV, Chicago Tribune, UK Channel 4 TV.

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Show Pole Presents

No upcoming events

Show Pole Presents is a series of pole dance showcases featuring pro and amateur pole dancers.

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Talk Nerdy To Me

1 upcoming event

Nerd culture as explored through burlesque, belly dance, drag, and other art productions!

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The Newport Studio (Photography/Portrait Events)

No upcoming events

This collection features events held in The Newport Studio, a rentable photography space at the Newport Theater, and its resident photographer (@GenitoPhoto).