Out of Town: Chicago

* Standards prince Harry Connick Jr. takes the stage at the Chicago Theatre on Nov. 27. 175 N. State St., Chicago, (312) 443-1130.

* “The Short Century--Independence and Liberation Movements in Africa, 1945-1994” exhibition runs through Dec. 30 at the Museum of Contemporary Art. A collection of works in film, photography, graphics, literature, art and architecture portrays African culture and marks the continent’s many struggles for independence. 220 E. Chicago Ave., Chicago, (312) 280-2660.* Queensr{ydiere}che plays at the Vic Theatre on Nov. 17-18. 3145 N. Sheffield St., Chicago, (773) 472-0366. * “Hellcab,” a comedy about a lonely Chicago cab driver and his experiences with strange cityfolk, plays at the Theatre Building. 1225 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago, (773) 327-5252.* Hootie & the Blowfish visit the House of Blues on Nov. 25. 329 N. Dearborn St., Chicago, (312) 923-2000.