Following its sold-out premiere in Oak Park, Passion Theater’s “Darkest Before Dawn: A Gay Cabaret” transfers to Center on Halsted June 16-18 in honor of Pride Month.

Eighteen LGBT and gay-friendly performers, including accomplished actors and a former American Idol contestant, perform contemporary songs and monologues celebrating the struggles and triumphs of the LGBT journey.

Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door; visit www.brownpapertickets.com/event/178171.