Thought-provoking yet riotously funny, Rapture, Blister, Burn is a comedy by Gina Gionfriddo, whose TV work includes writing for the Emmy-nominated Netflix series House of Cards. It’s an impassioned social critique about Catherine, a famous feminist academic returned home to take care of her elderly mother. There, she encounters an old flame and an “ex” best friend, both of whom seem to be excelling at the kind of conventional life Catherine rejected. But first impressions can be very deceiving. Sparks fly as this production at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre address an age-old question with fresh insight: What do women really want?  Get the answers for less with tickets from Goldstar starting at $24.50 (plus service chargees) to February performances at Goodman Theatre.

Seen by over 800,000 people worldwide, Let It Be is a spectacular concert experience recreating the Fab Four’s entire career, from their humble beginnings in Liverpool’s Cavern Club to their meteoric rise to superstardom through their later studio masterpieces. You’ll hear over 40 of The Beatles’ greatest hits — from early tracks including “Twist and Shout,” “She Loves You” and “Drive My Car” to global smashes like “Yesterday,” “Hey Jude” and “Let It Be” — and dozens more just as John, Paul, George and Ringo played them. Grab discount tickets on Goldstar starting at $31.50 plus service charge for two performances on February 21st.

A troupe of China’s most gifted tumblers, contortionists, jugglers and gymnasts, the Peking Acrobats roll into Chicago’s Harris Theater for Music and Dance in Millennium Park to dazzle with spellbinding feats and daring maneuvers. Drawing on more than 2,000 years of tradition and 50 years of performing, the rigorously trained Peking Acrobats — armed with tremendous agility and grace — create a true cirque-style carnival of trick cycling, powerful precision tumbling and other cringe-worthy maneuvers that’ve gained them worldwide fame, including an appearance in the hit movie Ocean’s Eleven. Live musicians playing Chinese folk instruments, vibrant costumes and exciting special effects add extra flair to this already captivating performance.  Tickets to the February 6th, 7:30 performance start at only $6.25 plus $5 service charge.

Free tickets, anyone? Hop aboard the Comp Train, Goldstar’s popular two-day promotion that features complimentary tickets to tons of fun events throughout the country. For just 48 hours, Goldstar will be offering literally thousands of free tickets to live theater, concerts, dance, comedy and more. And since all you pay is a tiny service fee (the amount varies depending on the event, but it’s usually just a couple bucks), the Comp Train’s a great way to discover new events in your area and treat your plus one, your family or even just yourself to something totally great — and totally unexpected.  Enjoy date night, family or singles entertainment – all for the price of a service fee – with the latest Goldstar Comp Train!  Events are nationwide, so see what’s available in your own city. Great way to test the waters of a new theater or club.

The Joffrey Ballet’s Unique Voices premieres three diverse displays of bodies in motion at Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre. Choreographer Stanton Welch’s abstract Maninyas is a powerful, exotic and passionate ballet that explores the sometimes frightening process of revealing oneself, layer by layer, in a relationship. James Kudelka’s The Man in Black pays tribute to Johnny Cash. Six of the country legend’s later songs are given visual resonance in a suite of country & western-style dance riffs, all performed in cowboy boots. Rounding out the Unique Voices program is Alexander Ekman’s Tulle, which features the full Joffrey company, voice-over commentary and three large onstage LED screens. Part homage and part tongue-in-cheek critique, this “ballet about ballet” displays Ekman’s fresh wit and serious craft.  Choose from ten performance dates in February, starting at $41.50 (plus service charge).

Based on the incendiary novel that spawned an Oscar-winning film of the same name, In the Heat of the Night is a detective thriller set during the Civil Rights Movement. L.A. Theatre Works’ riveting stage adaptation brings this drama to a new audience, channeling the year 1965, when the country was fraught with sit-ins, tear gas, marches and assassinations. Almost half a century later, as our nation continues to fight the plague of prejudice, the time is right to revisit this powerful story that helped shape an entire generation.  Goldstar has comp tickets ($7 service fee) to the February 13 7:30 performance at Lund Hall in River Forest – full price tickets are $26.  I’ve attended shows here before – it’s beautiful and very easy to get to, since it’s right off Harlem.

Though they’re all about dodging social obligations or commitment of any kind, two wily young bachelors each attempt to come across as very earnest — while masquerading as guys named Ernest — as they set out to win their well-dowried ladies’ hearts. Of course, their misguided plan goes hilariously awry. Oscar Wilde’s enduring 1895 satire is a comically sly romp through Victorian society, filled with one-liners and double entendres that still pack a mighty punch today. Revived numerous times on Broadway — most recently in 2011 — The Importance of Being Earnest was also adapted into a 2002 film starring Oscar winners Reese Witherspoon and Colin Firth. Go Wilde with ShawChicago Theater Company’s concert reading of Earnest at Chicago’s Ruth Page Center for the Arts.  Three February concert readings are COMP ($8 service charge), while the other dates – through March – start at $7 – full price is $30.

Roll out your sleeping bag and stay the night at one of the most magical environments in Chicago: Waters of the World galleries at Shedd Aquarium. After exploring exhibits with wondrous creatures hailing from coral reefs, flooded rain forests, the craggy Pacific Northwest coast and beyond by day, you and your little ones will get to sleep amidst them by night. But not before participating in a fun evening’s worth of activities, including an obstacle course, scavenger hunt, animal stories, crafts, a movie and more!  This January 30th, enjoy dinner, a snack and breakfast at the Shedd Aquarium (included in the price of your ticket).

All-Day Pass to Water Park of America — The Country’s Largest Indoor Water Park – any date through July 31, 2015.

Face your fears on a 10-story water slide — America’s longest indoor raft ride — at Water Park of America, the nation’s largest indoor water park, adjacent to Mall of America. Featuring far more than just water slides, the park has something for everyone. Hit the beach with the surf simulator and wave pool, or relax on the lazy river ride. Swimming pools, hot tubs and children’s play areas provide activities for the young ones and the more traditional folks. Even those who don’t want to go in the water can have fun at the arcade, with over 70 games that give tickets to win prizes. Put it all together and it’s a wet-and-wild day of fun for the whole family. This All-Day Pass entitles you to a full day’s admission on the date of your choice.