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Now on pause in the pandemic, what comes next for Chicago's vibrant scene?
The truth about theaters is that they're boring. This is not, however, to say that wha…
The community organization spreads the healing practice of glassblowing and ceramics.
Fire can heal. It's an idea that has been the center of ArtReach's practice…
Space, perspective, and introversion feature thematically in new online dance pieces.
On March 12, the dancers of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago were onstage prepa…
Arts & Business Council of Chicago invites nominations and votes for the greatest moments in Chicago music history.
Chicago has sent a lot of great sound int…
"Shukran Bas" flips the cultural appropriation lens with a music video parody.
"Put down the brownie batter hummus and slowly step away from the culture." This c…
Sanctuary in Place! and Isolated prove you don't need a big top.
Flying high and fearlessly in front of awestruck spectators is what circus is all about, right? …
A mother takes to podcasting wondering if CPD did "a cover-up or are they just this damn incompetent?"
We've heard both versions of the story too often, tragic t…
Dancing Under Quarantine honors resilience and creativity.
Founded five years ago and recipient of a 2019 Ruth Page Award, the Chicago Dance History Project has …
The company's interest in the marginalized led them to Mask-er-Aid.
Since founding Uprising Theater Company in 2014, Iymen Chehade and Maren Rosenberg have worke…
How the census impacts arts funding
You might know that data from the census is used to draw congressional and state legislative districts, determine the number…
Local designers are creating fashion face masks to keep you safe.
Fashion, for many, is all about fantasy. In normal circumstances, this week we would have spent…
Chicagoans share the objects that make their homes good places to be.
Stay-home edicts and orders preventing Illinois residents from public congregation have onl…
Instructors adapt to online comedy and improv courses.
When the Upright Citizens Brigade announced that it was closing its training center and theater in Manhatt…
Tributes from actors, comedians, and friends of the Chicago comedy legend.
Maya Angelou once said: "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people w…
A critic reflects on UCB's early history in Chicago.
Last week the folks at the Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB) sent out a letter announcing they were permanently…
Ditch Amazon and support local bookstores.
You've probably bought a book from Amazon before but before you press "add to cart" one more time, you should know tha…
Talking with Natasha Marin about collecting Black testimonies and how to heal yourself in uncertain times.
Conceptual artist Natasha Marin's Black Imagination c…
Two Reader critics talk about digital dance and theater"and other COVID-19 challenges.
On April 8, several organizations came together for a "Chicago Performing …
Before there was Joe Exotic, there was Roy Boy Cooper.
His forehead studded with peroxide-blond stubble, the back of his neck cloaked by a shock of matching cur…
A new video performance art series highlights András Visky's texts and visions.
At the beginning of the year, Theatre Y had big plans to celebrate its upcomin…
Virtual classes and activities keep the theater bug alive for young artists.
With schools in Illinois closed for the remainder of the year, families may be scram…
Chicago History Museum is collecting the city's pandemic experience.
This COVID-19 interlude will have a place in history. We can too.…
One of the city's most iconic open-mike nights finds a virtual home.
Last June the comedy open mike at Cole's Bar in Logan Square"widely considered to be the bes…
Online theater pieces, both new and old, remind us to connect.
When you're used to seeing at least three or four shows a week at the theater, adjusting to online…
