Five Things to Do in Chicago This Week
See original theatre from Steppenwolf Garage Rep, watch Mike Epps perform stand-up, catch Velvet Underground cofounder John Cale at Old Town, and more.
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Hear a $16 Million Violin in Chicago This Weekend
The “Vieuxtemps” Guarneri del Gesù, arguably the world’s most expensive musical instrument, will feature in the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s next program.
See Five Photos of Strangers Touching in Chicago
In a new book, Richard Renaldi’s 73 photos capture the beauty of contact between people who don’t know each other. Here are the stories behind his Chicago images.
You Should Know Chicago Artist John Preus
Meet the guy who turned salvaged furniture from closed Chicago Public Schools into art for his new show, The Beast.
A Guide to the Giant Record Fair in Chicago This Weekend
This Saturday is a big day for vinyl addicts—here’s how to make the most of Chicago Independent Radio Project’s event.
The Five Best Things to Do in Chicago This Week
See The National, experience Visceral Dance, and make some time for Bach.
The Second Coming of Soul
Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings will strut their stuff at the Vic on April 11, but they’re not the only soul slingers bringing back the ’60s sound. Check out the best of the revivalists—all over age 50—and add seven songs your dinner party playlist.
What to See at the Chicago International Movies & Music Festival
$75 buys unlimited to access to four days of prime live music, music-related films, panels, workshops and after parties.
Video: A Visit With Tony Fitzpatrick, Chicago's Notoriously Outspoken Artist
Here’s a look at where the 55-year-old created the work in The Secret Birds, his new show at Adventureland Gallery.
In the Studio With Tony Fitzpatrick, Chicago’s Notoriously Outspoken Artist
The 55-year-old celebrates his roots in The Secret Birds, his new show at Adventureland Gallery, opening today.