Documentary or Reality TV? Pilsen Artist Blurs Lines for Family Story
Rashayla Marie Brown, a self-described “chameleon” and interdisciplinary artist, turns identity into art.
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Operation Mom's Couch Shows How War and Violence Permeates Our Culture
In his solo show at the National Veterans Art Museum, Pilsen artist Eric J. Garcia shows how he went from watching G.I. Joe on his mom’s couch to defending an actual military base in Aviano, Italy
Five Great Things to Do in Chicago This Week
Deathtrap, Ensemble Español, Green Music Fest, Make Music Chicago, and See Jane Sing
A Subdued Anniversary Party for Double Door
Will it be its last one?
Six Months After Laquan McDonald Fallout, Chicago's Starkest Protest Music Is Surfacing
As the conversation moves elsewhere, artists reignite the fallout from McDonald’s death.
Carlos Rolón/Dzine’s Sculptures Recreate Childhood in Brighton Park
The new exhibit includes a detailed, interactive installation that resembles his childhood basement.
Why Are People So Riled Up About Black Girls Dancing Hip-Hop on Pointe?
Homer Bryant, a Chicago dance legend and creator of Hiplet, fights back against critics and lays bare the racism he sees in the dance world.
Hamilton Tickets in Chicago Go on Sale June 21
Tickets for the Chicago production of Hamilton will go on sale June 21, producers announced Thursday. Most tickets will cost between $65 and $180, with premium seats around the holidays going as high as $600. Too expensive? Then get lucky. A day-of lottery will make 44 tickets available for just $10. This round of tickets will cover … Read more
The Five Best Things to Do in Chicago This Week
Chicago Blues Fest, Hubbard Street Dance, Nate Otto’s Cities, Printers Row Lit Fest, and Yo-Yo Ma at Symphony Center