122 stories by "Bill Zwecker"
The "SNL" alum and veteran stand-up comic used to resent the city's appetite for improv.
Acclaimed actor, veteran Steppenwolf Theatre ensemble member and two-time Oscar nominee John Malkovich will serve as the narrator of Aaron Copland’s “Lincoln Portrait,” in …
Chicago actor "totally blown away" at being handpicked to play a government agent for director Guillermo del Toro.
Celebs including Tyler Perry, Willem Dafoe and Jason Momoa recall shopping and shivering in Chicago at Christmastime.
The actress' character on 'Andi Mack' undergoes a change on this week's episode.
The "Star Trek" and "X-Men" actor returns to town next week to accept an honor from the Chicago International Film Festival.
The comedian participated in a lengthy seminar Saturday in Chicago for students of the Harold Ramis Film School and the Second City Training Center.
The Facebook host and podcaster will publish essays about "all those tiny embarrassing moments" from his suburban upbringing.
The comedian, who returns to the area this weekend for a stand-up show, reveals Second City benefit included a 'Superfans' bit and surprise guests.
"American Assassin" stars Michael Keaton and Sanaa Lathan know Chicago well " loving everything from our food scene to the city's creative theaters.
The Wilmette comedian, set to roast George Wendt this weekend, says she understands why some critics objected to her sexually indeterminate character.
The activist actor, best known as Sulu on "Star Trek," comes to Chicago to recall a tragic event for himself and other Japanese Americans.
ZWECKER: The longtime Steppenwolf actress says new film role, as a widow reminiscing with a hologram, let her explore the shifting of memories.
Niall Cunningham’s college application may not have been accepted by Northwestern University, but the 22-year-old actor modestly says “it all kind of worked out for the best̶…
Among stars spotted around town this past week are Viola Davis, Wayne Gretzky and rocker Flea of Red Hot Chili Peppers fame.
A group of high-profile individuals " including two famous actresses, a couple of well-respected broadcasters and a Super Bowl-winning coach " will be the star attractions of a special readi…
The Chicago native and "Parks and Recreation" alum bases his "Middle Man" character on a humor-impaired classmate from his Second City training.
Once again, the Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundation is bringing in a major headliner for its annual fundraising luncheon " an event that has raised more than $32 million to fight breast can…
Workshop readings of "Naked Lunch: The Musical" will focus on an obscenity trial of author William S. Burroughs,
Demetri Martin drew on personal loss " the early death of his father, his mom's early onset Alzheimer's " to inspire his writing of his film, "Dean."
SEEN ON THE SCENE: Ricky Gervais is so happy about the crowds at his sold-out gigs Wednesday and Thursday in Chicago, the comedian and well-known animal welfare advocate donated $10,000 t…
Wondering where celebrities like Kevin Spacey, Jeremy Piven, Anthony Rizzo, Anna Pacquin and others have been seen around town? We've got it here.
Oscar nominee and frequent "Empire" mainstay Gabourey Sidibe was spotted enjoying some sun sitting on the front bench at Public Chicago, chatting with a friend.
The post Star sightings: Gabo…
Noted musical theater star Norm Lewis, who made Broadway history as the first African-American to star in the title role in "The Phantom of the Opera," will be the headliner at the Goodman T…
Chicago native L. Scott Caldwell is part of the very large and esteemed ensemble cast of "Mercy Street," the six-part PBS Civil War drama mini-series debuting at 8 p.m. Sunday on WTTW-Channe…
