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A weekly guide to some entertainment possibilities in Lake Forest, Lake Blulff and surrounding communities.Kevin Nealon, co-star of Showtime Television’s award winning comedy series, Weeds, and a Saturday Night Live (SNL) veteran, performs at Zanies Comedy Night Club in Vernon Hills Saturday (Jan. 29). Nealon’s performances run at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Nealon, who was a member of the SNL cast from 1986 to 1995, made a name for himself from his endeared creations sketches like “The Subliminal Man,” "Hans and Franz” and “Weekend Update.” Describing his distinct sense of humor as dry, Nealon spoke to his perspective regarding upcoming performances at Zanies in Vernon Hills. “I find that my act is the …
Every year in January, Lake Forest Symphony showcases its winter installment of an annual concert series. Friday (Jan. 21) and and Saturday (Jan. 22), the company will perform “Magnificent Russian Masterpieces” with Ilya Kaler as featured violinist. Lake Forest Symphony performances take place at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts in Grayslake, 19351 W. Washington St. Enjoying its 53rd season, Lake Forest Symphony is the only entirely professional orchestra performing throughout Lake County. The orchestra is headed by musical director (maestro) Alan Heatherington. Heatherington …
