Test Positive Aware Network’s (TPAN’s) annual event “Chicago Takes Off” will take place Saturday, March 5, at the Park West, 322 W. Armitage, with shows at 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
Murray Hill, dubbed as “the hardest working middle-aged man in show business,” will emcee for the second consecutive year.
The theme for the 2011 Chicago Takes Off is modeled after the famed Lido cabaret in Paris.
“Mr. Showbiz” will share his return appearance with famed burlesque performers Michelle L’Amour, Frenchie Kiss and Stage Door Johnnies. In addition to the 130 volunteer performers and dancers the show will also feature eclectic and magical stunts and acrobatics by The Midnight Circus; vocals by Black Betty’s lead singer, Molly Callinan; modern dance by Fabrice Camels of Joffrey Ballet Chicago; and a special appearance by NBC Chicago’s LeeAnn Trotter and Alex Perez.
Tickets range from $50 to $300 and can be purchased online at www.chicagotakesoff.org. Those who cannot attend but wish to support TPAN’s mission of providing HIV/AIDS services and programs in Chicago can purchase raffle tickets and make donations online.