MARY POPPINS RETURNS
Gorton Center - John & Nancy Hughes Theater 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest
Week of Events
Sunday, January 11, 2026
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January 11, 2026 -Death Café
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January 11, 2026 -MARY POPPINS RETURNS
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January 11, 2026 -Red Rose Jazz 2026
Death Café
Death Café Pull up a chair, pour a warm cup of tea, and enjoy a slice of cake. At a Death Café, people - often complete […]
MARY POPPINS RETURNS
Mary Poppins Returns is a heartwarming musical that continues the story of the Banks family in London, decades after the original tale. Michael Banks, now grown, […]
Red Rose Jazz 2026
Join us for one of the Gorton Center’s most loved annual events. The Red Rose Jazz Band is back for 2026! This talented group brings the […]
Monday, January 12, 2026
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January 12, 2026 -Express Yourself Studio
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January 12, 2026 -Musical Theater Workshop
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January 12, 2026 -THE RUNNING GROUND: A FATHER, A SON, AND THE SIMPLEST OF SPORTS
Express Yourself Studio
In this six-week course, kids explore who they are through fun, hands-on projects they’ll be proud to bring home. Each week introduces a new personalized activity; […]
Musical Theater Workshop
Musical Theater Workshop In this lively and supportive 8-week musical theater class, students will develop their talents in acting, singing, dancing, and character work while building […]
THE RUNNING GROUND: A FATHER, A SON, AND THE SIMPLEST OF SPORTS
For Nicholas Thompson, author of the new book The Running Ground: A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports, running has always been about something […]
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
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January 13, 2026 -Theater Basics for Kids
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January 13, 2026 -Acting for Adults
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January 13, 2026 -Art Impact: Quotes
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January 13, 2026 -Mahjong 101 with Windy City Mahjong
Theater Basics for Kids
Theater Basics for Kids This fun, beginner-friendly class introduces students to the fundamentals of acting, singing, and dancing through a rotating structure that keeps every session […]
Acting for Adults
Acting for Adults In this nine-week acting class for adults, you’ll explore Method Acting, work on scripted material, and engage in both short-form and long-form improvisation. […]
Art Impact: Quotes
Quotes can be inspirational and thought provoking, especially when turned into art.  Come create your words to live by for the new year.  Art Impact Project […]
Mahjong 101 with Windy City Mahjong
Mahjong Workshop for Beginners Start from scratch with us. This class is for anyone new to American Mahjong. We begin with the tiles. You’ll see how […]
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
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January 14, 2026 -Open Play Mahjong
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January 14, 2026 -After School Art Club with Lezlie
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January 14, 2026 -RoboThink: Battle Robots
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January 14, 2026 -Comedic Improv for Kids (Ages 9–14)
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January 14, 2026 -Take Your Painting to the Next Level
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January 14, 2026 -Do Not Submit-Lake Forest
Open Play Mahjong
You Took the Class, Now Come Play! Calling all Mahjong enthusiasts. Let’s get to the table. If you love the strategy, pace and subtle competition of […]
After School Art Club with Lezlie
Do you have a budding artist in the family? Give their creativity room to grow in this engaging after-school art class designed specifically for students in […]
RoboThink: Battle Robots
Attention all warriors and engineers! Prepare for an adrenaline-fueled program with RoboThink, where you'll build and customize an impressive array of mechanical warriors. Once your robot […]
Comedic Improv for Kids (Ages 9–14)
Comedic Improv for Kids (Ages 9–14) In this high-energy improv class, students explore the fundamentals of comedic improvisation while building confidence, creativity, and teamwork. Through games […]
Take Your Painting to the Next Level
Ready to take your painting to the next level? This class is ideal for artists who already have some experience painting in Oil, Acrylic, Gouache, or […]
Do Not Submit-Lake Forest
Storytelling Open Mic-WALK-INS WELCOME DNS takes place the second Wednesday of every month. No Cover Charge! Do Not Submit Lake Forest takes place in […]
Thursday, January 15, 2026
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January 15, 2026 -Musical Theater Workshop – Thursdays
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January 15, 2026 -Sewing with Ciao Bella Sewing
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January 15, 2026 -College Application Process Overview for Parents
Musical Theater Workshop – Thursdays
Musical Theater Workshop - Thursdays In this lively and supportive 8-week musical theater class, students will develop their talents in acting, singing, dancing, and character work […]
Sewing with Ciao Bella Sewing
Calling all creative kids! Join Ciao Bella Sewing for an exciting sewing class made just for ages 7 to 12. Whether you're brand new to sewing […]
College Application Process Overview for Parents
THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT ONE ON FEBRUARY 12! Unsure of how the college application process works or not sure how […]
Friday, January 16, 2026
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January 16, 2026 -Salsarobics
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January 16, 2026 -Rendezvous Arts: Latin Jazz
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January 16, 2026 -HAIRSPRAY
Salsarobics
Get Ready to Move with SALSArobics! Join Esther Gutierrez Sloan every Friday for a dynamic workout that blends fun, rhythm, and full-body movement. This class isn’t […]
Rendezvous Arts: Latin Jazz
James Sanders & Conjunto January doesn’t stand a chance against this heat. James Sanders & Conjunto are bringing the rhythms of Latin America straight to you, […]
HAIRSPRAY
Hairspray is a lively musical set in 1962 Baltimore. It follows Tracy Turnblad, a cheerful teenager with big dreams and a big heart. Tracy loves to […]
Saturday, January 17, 2026
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January 17, 2026 -Little Sprouts Cookie Decorating (3 – 5 Years)
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January 17, 2026 -Cookie Decorating 5 – 10 Year Olds
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January 17, 2026 -Tai Chi
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January 17, 2026 -The Magic of Jeki Yoo
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January 17, 2026 -Line It Up Line Dancing
Little Sprouts Cookie Decorating (3 – 5 Years)
THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT ONE ON FEBRUARY 14! Cookie Decorating with The Cookie Garden Join us for a fun, […]
Cookie Decorating 5 – 10 Year Olds
THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT ONE ON FEBRUARY 14! Learn the Art of Cookie Decorating! Curious about cookie decorating? This […]
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an inclusive form of exercise that anyone can do, whether you are in peak shape, or have limited mobility. Despite its slow pace, […]
The Magic of Jeki Yoo
Remaining Tickets are Single Seats Only Experience the Magic of Jeki Yoo Prepare to be amazed by Jeki Yoo, often called the “cutest magician of all […]
Line It Up Line Dancing
Grab Your Boots and Get Ready to Line Dance! Kick the dust off those boots. Pop on that cowboy hat. Slide into your favorite jeans. It’s […]


