Our picks for events in and around Chicago this weekend. Harlem Globetrotters Now on their “100 Year Tour,” the Harlem Globetrotters bounce into Allstate Arena for two shows. Bring a new generation to delight in the tricks, dunks and charm. It may not be a true basketball game, but it’s an ath letic spectacle. 1 p.m and 6 p.m., Dec. 28 at Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont; tickets from $47.80 at rosemont.com The Waco Brothers Yuletide Rumble Hometown favorites The Waco Brothers play The Hideout this weekend, promising their classic blend of country and punk. It’s like a family gathering. Sure, everyone’s weathered over the past 30 years or so, but you’re happy to see them. 8:30 p.m. Dec. 26 at The Hideout, 1354 W. Wabansia Ave.; tickets from $33.65 at hideoutchicago.com “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” Last call to see a live production of the Frank Capra classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” told as a 1940s-style radio broadcast. In our new era of economic inequality, the story resonates in a new way as George Bailey struggles to keep the Building Loan afloat for Bedford Falls’ regular folks, despite greedy old man Potter. Through Dec. 28 at American Blues Theater, 5627 N. Lincoln Ave.; tickets from $34.50 at americanbluestheater.com American Blues Theater The cast of "It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" by American Blues Theater. (Michael Brosilow) “Annie” A billionaire who does good? Daddy Warbucks to the rescue. The beloved musical “Annie” is playing through the New Year weekend at Skokie’s North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. Who knows … maybe the sun’ll come out tomorrow. Through Jan. 4 at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie; tickets from $51.60 at northshorecenter.org “The Real Housewives of the North Pole” Wrap up the holidays with some campy fun from Hell in a Handbag Productions. Santa’s been indicted for fraud, and the women of the North Pole sign up with Andy Cohen and Bravo to save their families from financial ruin. Can reality TV rescue them? Through Jan. 4 at The Clutch, 4335 N. Western Ave.; tickets from $37.25 at chicagoplays.com “Quick! Before We’re Cancelled” Close out the year with Practical Theatre Company’s sketch satire based on today’s headlines. Performers Paul Barrosse, Victoria Zielinski and Dana Olsen will tackle everything from the Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV, the relationship between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, artificial intelligence and conspiracy theories. Through Jan. 3 at Studio5, 1934 Dempster St., Evanston; tickets from $40 at evanstonmade.org Holiday Magic Show Need a touch of wonder? Consider heading to Lockport for a gathering of Chicagoland magicians. They’ll perform two shows — the early one geared more family-friendly — at Roxy Lockport. 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 27 at Roxy Lockport, 1017 S. State St., Lockport; tickets from $17.50 at roxylockport.com The Trans-Siberian Orchestra at the iHeartRadio Theater in New York City. (Getty Images) Trans-Siberian Orchestra They’re a day late, but the Trans-Siberian Orchestra is back with its “Ghosts of Christmas Eve” concert. Expect greatest hits designed to please fans. It’ll be bombastic. 2:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dec. 26 at Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont; tickets from $55 at rosemont.com Sunday Family Magic Matinee with Magical Myster AJ Kids ages 4-10 will delight in the antics of Myster AJ. Expect fast-paced magic, a touch of clowning and a bunch of laughs during this hour-long performance. 1-2 p.m. Dec. 28 at Collaboraction, Kimball Arts Center, 1757 N. Kimball Ave.; tickets $25 at collaboraction.org The Rock and Roll Playhouse Noon Year’s Eve Party Rock out with your little ones to Grateful Dead tunes at an early New Year’s party. Best for kids 10 and under. 11:30 a.m. Dec. 27 at Thalia Hall, 1807 S. Allport St.; tickets (children up to 1 year free) from $20.03 at ticketweb.com Have something to do around Chicago? Email events to [email protected].   ...read more read less