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Shots in the Dark Halloween Weekend

December 28, 2018 at 4:16 a.m.

Scenes from Five Roses Pub in Rosemont on Oct. 29.

Shots in the Dark October 21 weekend

December 28, 2018 at 4:21 a.m.

Scenes from The Art of Fashion 2016 at Revel Fulton Market in the West Loop on Oct. 21.

A lucky fan is plucked from the crowd and given the opportunity to sing with Green Day as they perform at Aragon Ballroom, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016.

Photos: Green Day at Aragon Ballroom

December 28, 2018 at 4:21 a.m.

Green Day performed on October 23 at the Aragon Ballroom in Chicago.

Photos: ‘Hamilton’ at PrivateBank Theatre

December 28, 2018 at 4:23 a.m.

The Tony award-winning musical "Hamilton"

Photos: Dumpling Fest 2016

December 28, 2018 at 4:24 a.m.

Wrapped foods and rap music converged at the inaugural Dumpling Fest Saturday afternoon at AceBounce in the Loop. Organized by the the creators of Baconfest Chicago, "Wrappers Delight: The First...

Sia performs on her "Nostalgic for the Present Tour" at the United Center on Oct. 16, 2016, in Chicago.

Photos: Sia at United Center

December 28, 2018 at 4:24 a.m.

Sia performed on October 16 at the United Center in Chicago.

Shots in the Dark October 14 weekend

December 28, 2018 at 4:24 a.m.

Chicago nightlife seen on the scene at Vertigo Sky Lounge.

Cocktails include the No True Scotsman, made with blended scotch; and the Papa Doble, a strong rum drink. There are only six wines available, offered by the 6- or 12-ounce pour, or by the bottle.

Photos: The Loyalist

December 28, 2018 at 4:24 a.m.

John and Karen Shields' "other" restaurant, the sister to showstopper Smyth, impresses at a lower price point. See photos from Smyth here.

For a fish course, Japanese tai is seasoned with yuzu and mustard. On one of our critic's visits, the dish was made with kanpachi; another, shima aji.

Photos: Smyth

December 28, 2018 at 4:24 a.m.

At Smyth, chefs and owners John and Karen Shields have achieved that tricky balance between excellent food and friendly informality.

Photos: ‘Romeo and Juliet’ by The Joffrey Ballet

December 28, 2018 at 4:24 a.m.

The Joffrey Ballet presents "Romeo and Juliet" — a reimagining of Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, blurring the lines of dance and violence. The show runs at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt...