Sosa exhibit at Nat'l Museum of Mexican Art
UNICEF, the AIDS Foundation of Chicago and the National Museum of Mexican Art will be the beneficiaries of proceeds from Erik Sosa's new art show, "ap[ART]," at the museum, 1852 W. 19th St.,on Saturday, Jan. 24, 6-10 p.m.
The museum's galleries will stay open after hours for this special event.
This new collection of paintings features 30 new original works by the artist as he celebrates 10 years of creativity and philanthropic endeavors.
Each organization is a to receive a Sosa original that is then set to be auctioned off live by NBC's Wayne Johnson at 9 p.m.
For more information about "ap[Art]" or to reserve a ticket to the event, visit ErikSosa.com or call 773-255-5068.
Immersive 'REVIVAL' at Pritzker Jan. 28-31
Eric Andrew Hoff and Jesse Morgan Young, in association with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, are hosting " REVIVAL 2015: Source::Evolution," described as a fully immersive performance art experience.
"REVIVAL" is returning to the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park for four performances on Jan. 28-31. Doors open at 8 p.m., with final entry at 9 p.m.; it concludes at midnight.
This year's artists are Winnifred Coombe, Jyl Fehrenkamp, Honey Pot Performance, David Krofta, Joseph Ravens and WITCH HAZEL.
Admission is free; visit revival-event.com .
Gay horror film to be shown Jan. 31
The gay indie horror film Incall will be screened Saturday, Jan. 31, at 7 p.m. at The Patio Theater, 6008 W. Irving Park Rd.
The plot focuses on this: Kasey is down on his luck. He has no family or friends except a woman ( Beth ) who always seems to show up at the wrong time. ( Is it love? ) To make ends meet, Kasey does "incall" massage from his apartment. Unfortunately, some of his married, middle aged, male clients are more interested in things other than massage.
Enter Marco, a drifter, in the country under mysterious circumstances. After the accidental death of one of his massage clients ( that looks like a murder ) and through a bizarre set of circumstances, Kasey enlists the help of Marco to dispose of the body. What started as an accident soon becomes intentional as the duo lure unsuspecting men to their deaths.
There will also be a Q&A with the director and cast.
Tickets are $10; see www.incallmovie.com and www.thepatiotheater.com .
Ne-Yo's 'Non-Fiction' out Jan. 27
Ne-Yo returns with his first album in two years, Non-Fiction, which will be released in the United States Jan. 27, courtesy of Motown Records/Compound Entertainment. The international release will follow on Feb. 16.
Among some of the artist collaborators are Juicy J and Pitbull.
As its title suggests, every song on Non-Fiction is derived from a true story.
Some of the tracks include "Religious," "Good Morning," "Congratulations" and "She Knows."
The Ideal Home Show Jan. 23-25 in Chicago
The first-ever Ideal Home Show Chicago will take place Jan. 23-25 at McCormick Place.
This event will offer ideas and inspiration from the Chicagoland's top home and remodeling experts, who will be on-site providing professional advice and demonstrating the latest products as well as sharing new trends for making the home a more beautiful place.
Among the featured speakers is Shelley Young, founder/CEO of The Chopping Block, who will share time-saving cooking tricks and tips Jan. 24.
Tickets are $10 at the door ( $8 online ); visit www.idealhomeshowchicago.com .