Welcome to Ralph's World

It's doubtful that Ralph Covert's old pop/rock band the Bad Examples could have sold out Chicago's 8,000-seat Ravinia in its heyday. But in Covert's second life as a children's music performer, Ralph's World filled the place recently, and he's going to play an even bigger show in New York City soon.

It seems both kids and parents are attracted to the rock 'n' roll chops, goofy lyrics and sunny demeanor of a Ralph's World show. Covert and crew will be at the Barrymore Theatre, 2090 Atwood Ave. at 11 a.m. Saturday to play songs off the new "Green Gorilla Monster and Me" CD. Tickets are $15.50 for parents and $10.50 for children 10 and under, available through the Barrymore and its outlets, by calling 241-8633, and visiting www.barrymorelive.com.