CULTURAL & COMMUNITY EVENTS

Enjoy an American Christmas classic brought to you by Barrington's White House. TessarAct recreates the behind-the-scenes experience of hearing an old-time radio play—complete with live actors and real sound effects.

A great family outing! This talented Chicago-based chorus of professionals have performed widely—on stage and in movies. This holiday concert features classical ...

In the midst of the hustle and bustle of the holidays, join us for cookies and hot beverages at the Holiday Open ...

Celebrate the season with our own BHS Madrigals! Performing unaccompanied vocal music from the Renaissance through contemporary, the Madrigals’ special holiday performance will feature carols and songs of the season.

This Event is Sold Out!  Has the original composition been changed? Have areas been painted over? Have vibrant colors dulled with age? ...

Dr. Kenneth Ender, President of Harper College, introduces a new educational concept—called the “Communiversity."  Although a post-secondary credential is now necessary to ...

Nancy Braithwaite & Friends Barrington native and internationally acclaimed clarinetist Nancy Brathwaite performs chamber music with friends, playing cello, piano and singing. Braithwaite ...

How do stories orient us to the world—either consciously or unconsciously? Dale Griffith, a former Barrington High School teacher, and his current ...

  Barbara L. Benson Barrington Historical Lecture Series Late 19th century Barrington comes alive through a series of 700 letters written from ...

Performing to sold-out crowds at Carnegie Hall. Debuting works by a Pulitzer Prize-winning composer. This celebrated Austin, Texas, string quartet now comes ...

Chicago’s own, this chamber ensemble of the larger Bella Voce group, shares intimate works that celebrate the hope of springtime, and its ...

 A rare opportunity to hear this dynamic conductor perform as a violinist! This ensemble will play such chamber music classics as Beethoven’s String ...

Barrington's White House will host an Open House on July 4th from 11:00am - 1:00pm at 145 West Main Street in Barrington, Illinois.

We will be hosting a White House VIP dessert reception where we will announce our 2017/2018 cultural series.  To thank you for your support, we want you to be among the very first to learn about our upcoming offerings and to receive information about our new Sustainer's Program.

Agnes Krueger Scholarship recipients will present solo musical works at Barrington’s White House on July 26th, 7:30pm, each of the recipients have been recognized for their musical talent.

Artists of the 1910s and 1920s began to exhibit an auditory sensation in their work that defined their art.  The likely influence? ...

“Season Sampler” of Upcoming Barrington Arts and Cultural Events Exhibits by Local Arts and Cultural Organizations Thursday, August 31 at 6:30 – ...

Explore your creative side!  Learn about Barrington's White House's fall season, full of amazing performers and informative speakers.  Visit with local arts organizations and businesses to find out how you or your child can participate in dance, theater, painting, writing or musical performance.

Come listen to a lively and insightful presentation by television journalist, Phil Ponce. On Sunday, Ponce will present “What Just Happened?”— a timely look at local, state and national news dealing with politics, social trends and the arts.

A visual artist exhibition with Margarita Bauer takes place  place at Barrington's White House on this evening from 6:30 - 8:30.

Enjoy music by the James Pedicone Band with an art exhibition by Margarita Bauer. 

Debuting professionally at age nine, this talented violinist is already a renowned international performer, placing in the heralded Queen Elisabeth International Music Competition.  

Veronica Potter is a talented artist in watercolor, collage, woodcut and dance.  A long-time resident of Barrington, she'll be exhibiting a variety of her works demonstrating her one-of-a-kind style and energy.  

Join this local favorite jazz trio as they perform jazz standards, swing era favorites and pop hits, reintroducing the American songbook.  Soprano Kimberly Albrecht brings her talents form jazz and classical training to our stage. 

Witness this famous WWII icon come to life!  Keating brings his authentic portrayal of the former British Prime Minister in a reflective mood, giving an intimate view of the fierce statesman, as well as Churchill's humorous and human side.  

As a result of the great demand for this event Barrington's White House has added a second showing of Ron Keaton as Churchill.

The Signal Hill Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, of Barrington will be holding a Free Genealogy Workshop ...

Interfaith Leadership, Engaging Faith and Philosophical Diversity in the 21st Century.

Let our Sherlock shine at this old-fashioned "whodunnit" murder mystery event.  With the crime scene set at our mansion, you'll be introduced to some new friends - or suspects - as you work your way through the clues to solve the case.  

Barrington Hills artist Carol Foster specializes in original oil paintings of nature and pets.  You may have seen her work displayed in local businesses, libraries and Art in Nature, where she won Best in Show in 2016. 

Come hear some of Barrington's most talented young musicians in an instrumental program featuring the Institute's advanced string ensembles, soloists and repertoire groups.  With elementary through high school students, and BMI instructors. 

Enjoy a holiday evening with Barrington's Ron Hawking at Barrington's White House.

Chicago's award winning singer-entertainer and Barrington resident makes his debut appearance at Barrington's White House this Christmas with his critically acclaimed show, Home for the Holidays.  

These world-renowned, award-winning musicians and sisters return to their childhood home of Barrington to share their amazing musical gifts together at Barrington's White House.  

Come in from the cold and enjoy some holiday treats!  Historical docents will be stationed throughout the House, which will be beautifully decorated for the season.  

Dancers express the joy of the season through their unique artistry featuring song and dance.  You'll see excerpts from The Nutcracker, some dancing Christmas packages, maybe a sing-a-long or even a dance-a-long!