# Danceventures in Toyland — Oak Lawn Holiday Dance Show

> Event for families in the Chicago–Naperville–Elgin area (IL / IN). Times are Central Time.

- When: Fri, Dec 18 (+2 more dates) · 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Where: Erica Heilmann Theatre (Oak View Center & Museum), 4625 W 110th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
- Ages: Kids and families of all ages
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Oak Lawn Park District
- Official page: https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/oak-lawn-park-district/6ac927690aa2bbb8929a5d8a
- Last checked: Tue, Oct 27

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## About

The Oak Lawn Park District's IndepenDANCE Collective dance team presents its holiday show, Danceventures in Toyland, at the Erica Heilmann Theatre inside the Oak View Center. The one-hour performance brings Toyland to life with holiday music, playful games and dancing, and the park district pitches it at kids and families of all ages. There are three performances: two Friday and Saturday evening shows and a Sunday afternoon show. Tickets are sold online through OnTheStage and go on sale November 2; the event page does not print ticket prices.

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