Poet Erika L. Sánchez on Going Mainstream and Not Being Perfect
The Bridgeport writer longed for Mexican American voices in literature growing up. Now she’s carving out a place for her own.
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This Program Brings Dance Out of the Theater, Into the Parks
Dance in the Parks takes advantage of Chicago’s beautiful parks and vibrant dance community to build bridges to new audiences.
The Top Ten Things to Do This Week in Chicago
Taste of Chicago, Samaria Rice: A Mother Speaks, Ruido Fest, West Fest, Gorillaz, and more
How Music Transcends Nations and Generations at International Festival of Life
In its 25th year, the fest will feature reggae, blues, calypso, and more, according to event coordinator Tremell Williams.
63 Great Things to Do in Chicago in July
The best things to do in Chicago this month, selected by our critics
10 Things to Do This Week in Chicago
Jazzin’ at the Shedd, Missa Latina, Then They Came for Me, Chicago Tap Theatre, Lila Downs, and more
Folk Guitarist James Elkington Has a Crush on Chicago
The musician discusses a career of collaboration, Jeff Tweedy, and more
Ten Things to Do This Week in Chicago
Grant Park Music Festival, Sculpture Around Town, Pride Parade, Marquis Hill, and more
Make Music Chicago Promises Daylong Celebration Across City
Artistic director Kuang-Hao Huang gives us a preview of Wednesday’s musical bonanza.
Why It’s Fine to Not Be a “Good” Fat Person, and Other Lessons from Roxane Gay
The bestselling author stopped in Chicago to promote her new memoir Hunger and explain why she just wants to be called fat.