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THE LAUGHING CHAMELEON OPENS VARIETY CLUB ON THE NORTH SHORE Booking Now for New Year's Week DIVA MOMENTS FROM BROADWAY STAR CHRISTINA BIANCO

GLENVIEW, IL (NOVEMBER 2011) – The Laughing Chameleon, the North Shore’s only full-service comedy, magic and variety club, will be hosting an exclusive New Year’s Week Extravaganza with Diva Moments from Broadway Star, Christina Bianco. Best known for her work Off-Broadway in “Forbidden Broadway” and “Newsical The Musical,” Bianco will be headlining at The Laughing Chameleon for multiple performances from December 27th through New Year’s Day. Don’t miss your chance to see Bianco for the first time in Chicagoland only at The Laughing Chameleon!

 

As an acclaimed actress and cabaret artist, Bianco’s specialty is entertaining as she connects with the audience. She has unique vocals that impress audiences with her interpretations of new songs and old classics.

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“Class, there is no substitute. We’re pleased to offer a rare and unique close up chance to see Christina Bianco one of the most remarkable entertainers appearing worldwide,” says David Maas, The Laughing Chameleon Founder, and half of the dynamic duo of David and Dania, A Magical Transformation. “We could not be more proud to present one of the finest performers around and are thrilled this show is setting the tone for future engagements at our venue.” 

Entitled “Diva Moments,” Bianco’s New Year’s Eve Week shows at The Laughing Chameleon will feature parodies of classic songs such as “Tomorrow” from Broadway’s Annie. It will also include songs by popular Broadway and pop culture stars Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Judy Garland, Julie Andrews and many more. “Diva Moments” even includes the smash hit song “Defying Gravity” from Broadway’s Wicked.

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Shows will be at 7:00 and 10:00pm on Tuesday through Friday night, with doors opening at 5:30 and 9:00pm respectively. New Year’s Eve will feature shows at 7:00 and 10:30pm.  New Year’s Day will have one show at 7:00pm.  Friday through Sunday will feature a DJ after the last performance.

 

 

ABOUT CHRISTINA BIANCO

Christina Bianco was trained at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. She has backed up Deborah Cox, popular R&B star, as well as performed on the Jerry Lewis Telethon and The Today Show. Bianco is a soloist in the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra show Mysterioso. She is a MAC award nominated artist and sings weekly at Feinstein’s at The Regency. Christina Bianco received a Drama Desk Award nomination for her work in Forbidden Broadway. Visit www.christinabianco.com for more information.

ABOUT THE LAUGHING CHAMELEON

The Laughing Chameleon was founded by David and Dania Maas, well known for their “Quick Change” act, and business partners, Gary and Renee Walter. Located in The Glen Town Center, it is the North Shore’s prime destination for evening fun, food and entertainment. Offering the area’s only high caliber variety entertainment, comedy, illusionists and much more, The Laughing Chameleon features full bar and small plate restaurant service, as well as accommodations for up to 75.  For private events and parties, please contact us.

The Laughing Chameleon is opening in December 2011.  It will be open Tuesday through Sunday, 5:30pm to 1:00am, and 5:30pm to 2:00am on Saturday on most weeks. General admission tickets will be priced at $25 and up, with a two drink minimum.  Annual memberships are also available and include exclusive access to special events and offers, first advance notices of performers and ability to buy up to four tickets per membership, priority seating/reserved tables with preferences taken as to where patron likes to sit, "Members only" specials, invitation to exclusive Meet & Greets to mingle with celebrity acts, and a 10% discount on all tickets purchased on-line.

 

The Laughing Chameleon is located in The Glen Town Center, 1830 Tower Drive, Glenview, IL 60026.  Phone 888-OULAUGH (888-685-2844) or 847-834-0291. Website www.TheLaughingChameleon.com, Parking is FREE.

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