Things to Do in Chicago June 5-11: The Mix

Chicago Blues Festival, touted as the largest blues fest in the world, features headliners Mavis Staples, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram and a B.B. King Centennial Tribute with Ingram, D.K Harrell and Jonathan Ellison. From June 5-8 at Millennium Park, Michigan and Randolph; Ramova Theatre, 3520 S. Halsted; and Maxwell Street between Halsted and Union. Admission is free. For a complete schedule, visit chicagobluesfestival.us.
Ravinia’s season begins with Ann and Nancy Wilson, the sibling rock goddesses of Heart (8 p.m. June 6, $49-$140), and two trailblazing multitalented artists, Grace Jones and Janelle Monae (7 p.m. June 7, $59-$180). At Ravinia, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. Visit ravinia.org.

Alison Krauss & Union Station recently released “Arcadia,” the band’s first new album in 14 years, which resulted in the band’s first tour in more than 10 years. Joining Krauss are Jerry Douglas (dobro, lap steel), Ron Block (banjo, guitar) Barry Bales (bass) and Russell Moore (guitar, mandolin). Willie Watson opens at 7:30 p.m. June 7 at Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State. Tickets: $75+. Visit ticketmaster.com.
The season opener for the Grant Park Music Festival is a performance of George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” plus Gabriela Lena Frank’s “Three Latin American Dances” and Manuel de Falla’s suite from the “Three-Cornered Hat.” At 6:30 p.m. June 11 at Pritzker Pavilion, Michigan and Randolph. Admission is free. Visit grantparkmusicfestival.com.

David Lindsay-Abaire and Jeanine Tesori’s Tony Award-winning musical “Kimberly Akimbo” is the story of a teenager, ever the optimist, who is navigating family dysfunction, a rare genetic disease and her first crush. Jessica Stone directs. From June 10-22 at CIBC Theatre, 18 W. Monroe. Tickets: $35-$125. Visit broadwayinchicago.com.

Ensemble member Amy Morton returns to the Steppenwolf Theatre stage for the first time in nearly a decade in Noah Diaz’s “You Will Get Sick,” which traces the saga of one man’s illness and his unlikely caretaker’s pursuit of her dreams. Audrey Francis directs. From June 5-July 13 at Steppenwolf Theatre, 1650 N. Halsted. Tickets: $20+. Visit steppenwolf.org.
“Always…Patsy Cline” is a love letter to the country music icon and her classic songbook. Aja Alcazar portrays Cline with Bri Sudia as her fan and friend, Louise Seger. Scott Weinstein directs. From June 11-Aug. 3 at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets: $75-$150. Visit drurylanetheatre.com.

Court Theatre brings back its staging of Lisa Peterson and Denis O’Hare’s adaptation of Homer’s “The Iliad.” Timothy Edward Kane reprises his role of The Poet in a tale of war, hubris and destruction. Charles Newell directs. From June 11-June 29 at Court Theatre, 5535 S. Ellis. Tickets: $42-$90. Visit courttheatre.org.
“That’s What Friends Are For: Gladys, Dionne and Patti” is a musical celebration of legendary performers Knight, Warwick and LaBelle. Daryl D. Brooks directs. From June 7-July 27 at Black Ensemble Theater, 4450 N. Clark. Tickets: $57.50-$67.50. Visit blackensemble.org.

Emmy-winning actor Jeremy Piven (“Entourage”) is currently on stage not as an actor but as a stand-up comic. Check out what he has to say at 7:30 (sold out) and 10 p.m. June 6 at the Vic Theatre, 3145 N. Sheffield. Tickets: $35-$55. Visit jamusa.com.

The Joffrey Ballet presents Christopher Wheeldon’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland,” a family-friendly ballet that adds a modern twist to Lewis Carroll’s classic tale while taking audiences on a magical journey through a fantastical world. From June 5-22 at Lyric Opera House, 20 N. Wacker. Tickets: $36+. Visit joffrey.org.
Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre’s spring performance features Wilfredo Rivera and Joe Cerqua’s “Lagrimas Negras,” Michelle Manzanales’ “The Island,” Shannon Alvis and Cerqua’s “Metamorphosis” and Rivera’s “American Catracho (Act II).” From June 6-7 at Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn. Tickets: $39-$79. Visit cerquarivera.org.
Chicago Tap Theatre ends its 22nd season with the world premiere of Sterling Hayden’s “For All We Know,” a piece inspired by bell hooks’ book “all about love.” From June 5-8 at The Edge Theater, 5451 N. Broadway. Tickets: $35-$65. Visit chicagotaptheatre.com.

“Raqib Shaw: Paradise Lost” features an installation centered on a singular piece — a more than 100-foot-wide, 21-panel painting by the Kashmir-raised, London-based artist. Shown in its complete form, the project is an immersive journey through autobiography, mythology and visionary imagination. From June 7-Jan. 19. Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S. Michigan. Admission: $14-$32. Visit artic.edu.

For a film experience under the stars, check out Rooftop Cinema Club, which features a massive roster of films including “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” “Challengers,” “Good Will Hunting,” “Casablanca,” “Wicked,” “When Harry Met Sally” and much more. To Oct. 31 on the rooftop of The Emily Hotel, 311 N. Morgan. Tickets: $13-$31. Visit rooftopcinemaclub.com.

57th Street Art Fair features nearly 200 artists with works in textiles, ceramics, wood, jewelry and more. Plus live music, food trucks and children’s activities. From 11 a.m.-6 p.m. June 7 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 8 on 57th from Woodlawn and Kenwood. Admission is free. Visit 57thstreetartfair.org.
The 67th annual Gold Coast Art Fair includes more than 200 artists offering a diverse range of work in painting, sculpture, jewelry, mixed media and more. Plus there’s paint and sip classes, henna art, children’s art activities and more. From 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 7-8 at DuSable Lake Shore Dr. and Monroe. Tickets: $15. Visit amdurproductions.com.
BBQ masters return to Ribfest Chicago to compete for the titles of “Best Ribs” and “People’s Choice.” Plus there’s live music, a whiskey tasting and children’s activities. From 5-10 p.m. June 6, noon-10 p.m. June 7-8 on Lincoln from Irving Park to Berteau. Admission: $10 suggested donation. Visit ribfest-chicago.com.