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'JERSEY BOYS' STARS
WHEN: 3 p.m. Nov. 6
WHERE: Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora
COST & INFO: Composed of former "Jersey Boys" cast members, Under The Streetlamp will take audiences through the American radio songbook, when the quartet performs doo-wop jams, Motown classics and rock-n-roll staples from Frankie Valli, Elvis Presley, Tom Jones, The Beatles, Roy Orbison and Bobby Darin, complete with a seven-piece band. Under The Streetlamp has been showcased in two PBS specials. Tickets cost $49 to $59; visit ParamountAurora.com or call the box office at 630-896-6666. The preceding evening will feature a concert by Engelbert Humperdinck at 8 p.m. Nov. 5.
BEHIND THE CLASSICAL MUSIC
WHEN: 8 p.m. Nov. 4
WHERE: Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin
COST & INFO: Before traditionally formatted concerts by the award-winning Elgin Symphony Orchestra, its music director will be spotlighted in a special event called "Take a Trip Inside the Music with Andrew Grams." The conductor's informal evening will explore how the musical notes on a page combine to create a masterpiece of sound. A complimentary reception with samples of craft beer and appetizers will be served at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $30 at ElginSymphony.org or 847-888-4000. Student tickets cost $12. It's followed by performances of Tchaikovsky and Stravinsky at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5, and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 6. Highlighted will be suites from three ballets, "Swan Lake, "Sleeping Beauty" and "Petrushka," described as ideal introductions to classical music. The ESO is the 2016 Illinois Professional Orchestra of the Year. The concerts are recommended for children age 9 and older.
MARLON LONGID AT EDDIE GAEDEL
WHEN: 8 to 11 p.m. Nov. 4
WHERE: Eddie Gaedel Pub & Grill, 117 N. Main St., Elburn
COST & INFO: Chicago-based musician Marlon Longid will perform at Eddie Gaedel pub and grill. Armed with a guitar and looping pedal, the artist called a one-man musical army is said to bring to mind Howie Day, Eddie Vedder and R&B great James Brown. Visit www.marlonlongid.com for information about the musician. To learn more about the venue's full entertainment lineup, visit eddiegaedelpubandgrill.com.
ORION ENSEMBLE TO SHINE
WHEN: 7 p.m. Nov. 6
WHERE: First Baptist Church of Geneva, 2300 South St.
COST & INFO: Showcasing its three original members – clarinetist Kathryne Pirtle, violinist Florentina Ramniceanu and pianist Diana Schmueck – the Orion Ensemble will present "Serenade by Three: Orion Beginnings," featuring music by Edward Yadzinski, Enrique Granados, Aram Khachaturian, Srul Irving Glick and John Williams. The concert will be repeated in Evanston and Chicago. Single tickets cost $26, $23 for seniors and $10 for students; admission is free for children age 12 and younger. For tickets or information, call 630-628-9591 or visit orionensemble.org. A benefit for the prize-winning Orion Ensemble is planned at noon Nov. 19 at Dunham Woods Riding Club in Wayne.
HARVEST DINNER
WHEN: 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 6
WHERE: Elburn Community Congregational Church, 100 E. Shannon St., Elburn
COST & INFO: People will gather for an old-fashioned Harvest Dinner open to all. The menu will offer fried chicken, ham, au gratin potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, coleslaw, relishes and rolls. Carryout meals will be available. All proceeds will benefit the missions of the church. Meals cost $13 for adults, and $8 for children ages 6 to 12. They are free for kids 5 and younger. Call 630-365-6544 for more information.