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Old Jews announces extension

November 12, 2013 Comments Off on Old Jews announces extension

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BY POPULAR DEMAND, OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES

EXTENDS RUN AT ROYAL GEORGE THEATRE FOR 12 WEEKS, THROUGH FEBRUARY 16, 2014;

The laughs will keep emanating from the Royal George Theatre for an additional 12 weeks as OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES proudly announces a new block of tickets on sale for performances through Sunday, February 16, 2014.  The hit off-Broadway comedy, now playing on the Main Stage of the Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted Street, features a quintet of Chicago favorites:  Dara Cameron, Alex Goodrich, Tim Kazurinsky, Renee Matthews and Gene Weygandt.  Tickets are currently on sale through Sunday, Nov. 24; by popular demand, a new block of tickets, for performances Nov. 26, 2013 through February 16, 2014, will go on sale Monday, Sept. 30, at 10 a.m. by calling (312) 988-9000; visiting the Royal George Theatre box office, or online at Ticketmaster.com.

Created by Peter Gethers and Daniel Okrent, OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES is directed by Marc Bruni (Associate Director, The Book of Mormon Chicago) and showcases the five actors in a comedy that pays tribute to and reinvents classic jokes of the past and present.  The show also features comic songs — brand new and satisfyingly old – as well as tributes to some of the giants of the comedy world and to OldJewsTellingJokes.com, the website created by Sam Hoffman that inspired the show.   

In addition to Okrent, Gethers and Bruni, the rest of the creative team is David Gallo (Scenic and Video Design); Jeff Croiter (Lighting Design); Alejo Vietti (Costume Design); Peter Fitzgerald (Sound Design); Steve Channon (Animation); Adam Wachter (Musical Supervision and Arrangements); and David Ruttura (Associate Director).   It is produced by Daniel Okrent and Peter Gethers, and Richard Frankel, Tom Viertel, Steven Baruch and Marc Routh.

Richard Frankel, Tom Viertel, Steven Baruch and Marc Routh have produced and managed a wide range of productions for more than 27 years including – A Little Night Music, Hairspray, The Producers, Stomp, The Norman Conquests, Gypsy, Sweeney Todd, Company, Little Shop of Horrors, The Weir, The Sound of Music, Smokey Joe’s Café, Angels in America, Oleanna, Love Letters, Driving Miss Daisy, Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune, Penn & Teller and many others. Their shows have been awarded 36 Tonys, 47 Drama Desk Awards, 38 Outer Critics Awards, 4 Grammys, 8 Olivier Awards and 2 Pulitzer Prizes. They have the rare distinction of having won Tony Awards in all four “Best” categories – play, musical, revival of a play and revival of a musical.

NEW HOLIDAY PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE AND TICKET INFORMATION:

OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES will be performed at the Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted Street, Chicago, through Sunday, February 16, 2014, with the following schedule:  Tuesdays – Fridays at 7:30pm; Saturdays at 5 & 8pm; and Sundays at 2 & 5pm.   Starting the week of October 7, Wednesday matinees at 2pm will alternate with Tuesday evening performances.  Plus, special holiday performance schedules will be in effect: 

Week of Thanksgiving (and Hannukah!): Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 7:30pm; Wednesday, Nov. 27 at 2pm; Thursday, Nov. 28, no show; Friday, Nov. 29 at 2 and 7:30pm; Saturday, Nov. 30 at 5 and 8pm; Sunday, Dec. 1 at 2 and 5pm. 

Week of Christmas:  Tuesday, Dec. 24, no show; Wednesday, Dec. 25 at 7:30pm; Thursday, Dec. 26 at 2 and 7:30pm; Friday, Dec. 27 at 7:30pm; Saturday, Dec. 28 at 5 and 8pm; Sunday, Dec. 29 at 2 and 5pm. 

Week of New Year’s: Tuesday, Dec. 31* at 5 and 9pm; Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2014, no show; Thursday, Jan. 2 at 7:30pm; Friday, Jan. 3 at 8pm; Saturday, Jan. 4 at 5 and 8pm; Sunday, Jan. 5 at 2 and 5pm.

Tickets range in price from $49 – $69. * There will be special New Year’s Eve performance pricing. All prices do not include a $1 facility fee.  Tickets for the new block of tickets are now on sale by calling (312) 988-9000; visiting the Royal George Theatre box office, or online at Ticketmaster.com.  Plus, give the gift of humor for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa or the holiday of your choice – with OLD JEWS gift certificates available at the Royal George box office.

Discounted tickets for groups of 10 or more are available by calling Group Theater Tix at 312-423-6612 or visiting www.grouptheatertix.com.

For more information on OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES in Chicago, visit http://oldjewstellingjokesonstage.com .   Follow OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES on Twitter @OldJewsTweeting or on Facebook.


The E3 VIP Experience

November 12, 2013 Comments Off on The E3 VIP Experience
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“The other guy” Chef Joey

So I have had two Chicago Bears experiences.  The first one was the one and only game I have ever attended and it was the day Walter Payton set the record for rushing yards. You could really feel the excitement in the air.

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Richard and Noreen

Ironically the other experience also involved Walter Payton. My good friend in high school (Larry) was a huge fan of Walter. So much in fact that he wore the jersey number 34. He was also an amazing artist who had done some paintings of Mr. Peyton. I happened to be at the Chicago Auto Show where there I saw Walter Peyton signing autographs. In my infamous assertiveness I managed to get to him and tell him about Larry and the paintings. He proceeded to give me his phone number and said to call. Not only did I call but several days later Larry, his paintings and I found ourselves spending the afternoon with Connie and Walter Peyton. His graciousness, class humbleness and quiet demeanor were only exceeded by his incredible hospitality.

So after 53 years of living in Chicago I had my third bears experience. And its true the third times a charm. I have always been familiar with the concept of tailgating. But this past Sunday I had the chance to be part of it. And here’s my advice. Whether or not you are a football fan, grab a bunch of people and head to one of the lots around Soldier Field for good food, camaraderie and a sea of blue and orange. This is really something everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime. I also experienced this event thr0ugh E3 VIP with my gracious host Richard Carrier.  All the information is listed below.  Do yourself a favor and try the E3 VIP experience for yourself.  You will not be disappointed.

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E3 VIP ANNOUNCES 2013-2014 ONE-OF-A-KIND CHICAGO SPORTING AND SOCIAL EVENTS SCHEDULE FOR LUXURY FULL-SERVICE TRAVEL AND DESTINATION EXPERIENCE

From Luxury Mobile Tours to Custom Event Services and High-End Tailgate Membership, E3 VIP Delivers Exclusive Event Experiences

Richard Carrier, CEO of E3 VIP, an exclusive event experience company specializing in VIP mobile tours, custom event services and luxury tailgating, has announced the 2013-2014 sporting and social events schedule, including Chicago Bears and collegiate games. The one-of-a-kind experience in Chicago accommodates guests looking for the ultimate tailgate experience, mobile cocktail tours and custom luxury events. Using MXR-SkyBox luxury motor coaches, E3 VIP excels in impeccable service and dedication to the finest levels of detail to deliver a mobile venue concept to clients, members and guests at world-class events and destinations. Past national event and tour packages have included the Kentucky Derby, Formula 1, The Masters, Phoenix Open, the Super Bowl and more. 

E3 VIP takes tailgating to a whole new level by combining the amenities of a luxury suite or skybox at a football game with the traditional pregame parking lot party experience. The luxury tailgating includes food, premium bar, fresh charcoal-grilled meats, entertainment and exclusive access to the E3 Alliance Network and national events. For each social event or game, the E3 VIP experience fills approximately 2,000 square feet of parking lot space with a DJ and a staff of ambassadors in a velvet roped-off, carpeted area next to the custom motor coach.

Tickets for the E3 VIP Experience for a single tailgate are available at $250 per guest for general admission. Corporate discounts are available for groups of 10 or more. Tailgate and game ticket packages start at $395 per guest.

Exclusive branded corporate tables are available upon request. 
* Sun 11/17/13 Noon Ravens @ BEARS Soldier Field
* Mon 12/9/13 7:40PM Cowboys @ BEARS Soldier Field 
* Sun 12/29/13 Noon Packers @ BEARS Soldier Field

Additional social and sporting events to be added throughout the season.

E3 VIP also offers a four-hour "Best of Chicago Tour" with stops at the very best Chicago venues. Custom itineraries are built for each group to ensure an experience that will surpass their wildest expectations. Each tour includes E3 VIP's luxury motor coach that comfortably accommodates 20 guests, complimentary catering and bar, and two E3 VIP Ambassadors to serve you and your guests. This world-class luxury experience starts at only $250 per guest.

Additionally, E3 VIP offers custom event services for corporate, personal and family groups looking for a best-in-class experience. Experienced event planners work individually with clients to plan and execute a memorable mobile luxury experience based on each group's requirements and desires. Based on the budget, these types of events can be planned and executed by E3 VIP in any city or destination within the continental United States as a single event, series or tour. 

For more information or make a reservation, please call 877.243.3334 ext.107 or visit www.e3vip.com.