Actress E. Faye Butler joins 'Windy City Weekend,' Parkinson's research fundraising concert Friday

Theater actress E. Faye Butler will appear on 'Windy City Weekend' and participate in a Parkinson's research fundraising concert in Rosemont.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 7:50pm

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Actress E. Faye Butler joined the Chicago TV show 'Windy City Weekend' on Friday to discuss National Record Store Day and her appearance at a Parkinson's research fundraising concert happening that evening in Rosemont. The concert will feature performances from local bands Hi Fidelity and 7th Heaven, with proceeds supporting the Illinois chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association.

Why it matters

E. Faye Butler is a prominent theater actress in Chicago, known for her roles at the Goodman Theatre. Her appearance on 'Windy City Weekend' helps promote both National Record Store Day and the Parkinson's fundraising concert, bringing awareness to these community events. The concert also supports an important cause, raising money for Parkinson's research in the local area.

The details

Butler joined 'Windy City Weekend' hosts Val Warner and Ryan Chiaverini to discuss her plans for National Record Store Day on Saturday. She will be at Beverly Records for the re-issue of the vinyl 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.' The 'needle drop' to open the store's doors will be at 8 a.m. Later on Friday evening, Butler will participate in the 'Rock Out to Knock Out Parkinson's' fundraising concert at Joe's Live in Rosemont. The concert will feature performances from the Chicago-area bands Hi Fidelity and 7th Heaven, with the net ticket proceeds supporting the Illinois chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association.

  • E. Faye Butler joined 'Windy City Weekend' on Friday, April 17, 2026.
  • The 'Rock Out to Knock Out Parkinson's' fundraising concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026 in Rosemont, Illinois.
  • National Record Store Day is on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

The players

E. Faye Butler

A prominent theater actress in Chicago, known for her roles at the Goodman Theatre.

Val Warner

Co-host of the Chicago TV show 'Windy City Weekend.'

Ryan Chiaverini

Co-host of the Chicago TV show 'Windy City Weekend.'

Michael Hill

President of the American Parkinson Disease Association.

David Mukulskis

Lead singer of the band Hi Fidelity, which is performing at the Parkinson's fundraising concert.

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What they’re saying

“For the first time in over 10 weeks, Val Warner and Ryan Chiaverini were back together on "Windy City Weekend.”

— Val Warner and Ryan Chiaverini, Co-hosts, 'Windy City Weekend'

“The concerts' net ticket proceeds will support the APDA Illinois chapter.”

— Michael Hill, President, American Parkinson Disease Association

What’s next

Fans can purchase tickets to the 'Rock Out to Knock Out Parkinson's' fundraising concert on Friday, April 17th at Joe's Live in Rosemont. The event will feature live music from Hi Fidelity and 7th Heaven, with proceeds supporting the Illinois chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association.

The takeaway

This event highlights the important role that the arts and entertainment community can play in raising awareness and funds for important medical research and patient support. By leveraging their platforms and fan bases, artists like E. Faye Butler are able to make a meaningful impact on the fight against Parkinson's disease.