Jul13

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a powerful evening of song that reflects the nation in all its complexity. Featuring patriotic anthems, protest songs, and Broadway favorites, this show honors the full American story with songs that reflect the ideals we strive for, the voices that demand change, and the creativity that defines us. Honest, uplifting, and forward-looking, it’s a musical tribute to an America that continues to grow, question, and hope. Hilary Feldman, Director Howard Pfeifer, Music Director Martin Balogh, Producer The talented cast includes Anne Burnell

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Anne and Mark Burnell unlock the vault for a rare, up-close evening — just piano, bass, and two voices. From pop gems to rarely-heard deep cuts, From the Vault is raw, real, and unearthed favorites from their years together. Get an exclusive sneak preview of brand-new singles, — music that hasn't been released yet, performed live before the world hears it. Plus, the night kicks off with Notes of You, an interactive musical improv experience with Dave Asher and Mark Burnell, that creates the show from scratch. Old favorites. Hidden gems. New music. One experience you won't find anywhere else.

About Anne & Mark: Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell are award winning Chicago performers known for innovative vocal jazz arrangements paired with the immediacy and intimacy of cabaret-style storytelling. Blending the Great American Songbook, jazz standards, vintage pop, and original music, their performances combine sophisticated musicianship with audience connection. After receiving his music degrees, Mark taught music at Carnegie Mellon, spent 20+ years playing gospel at Gorham United Methodist, and currently has a residency at Tortoise Supper Club on Saturdays. Anne is a singer-songwriter, recording artist, and fitness professional.

About Dave Asher: Dave Asher is a Chicago-based musician with 25 years of experience in improvised performance. He performed with Boom Chicago in Amsterdam, spent 15 years as Music Director of the iO Theater, and currently serves as Music Director of BABS Comedy Club.

$30 GA | $40 VIP

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Jul18

Mark Burnell Trio

Tortoise Supper Club, 350 N State, Chicago

Mark at the grand piano, along with bass & drums, plays jazz standards from the American Popular Songbook. Romantic atmosphere, delicious food, and no cover charge. Every Saturday in 2026 except August 1, 8, 15, 22, October 17, and November 14

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Jul19

Buddy Charles Benefit Concert

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St. Isaac Jogues Church, 8101 W. Golf Rd, Niles, IL

"Jive's Alive" - a benefit concert for St. Isaac Jogues Church. Honoring Chicago's finest piano bar performer of all time. Featuring some of Chicago's best entertainers, including Anne & Mark Burnell. For tickets call 847.966.1180 or write to pstanton@archchicago.org

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Jul25

Mark Burnell Trio

Tortoise Supper Club, 350 N State, Chicago

Mark at the grand piano, along with bass & drums, plays jazz standards from the American Popular Songbook. Romantic atmosphere, delicious food, and no cover charge. Every Saturday in 2026 except August 1, 8, 15, 22, October 17, and November 14

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