Seven Questions for Keith Huff, One of the Minds Behind 'House of Cards'
The playwright launched his career in Chicago, and now he’s writing for the addictive White House Netflix drama. Here’s a preview of what he plans to do next.
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An Arts Incubator Opens to Revive a Dead Corner in Washington Park
Artist Theaster Gates spoke this morning as the University of Chicago opened the new gallery, performance, and workshop space.
Single in Chicago? We Want You.
You have until April 5 to nominate yourself—or your most dateable friend—to be a part of our annual Most Eligible Chicagoans story. Do it today!
‘Crime Scene’ Is a Strong New Play About Chicago’s Murder Problem
Collaboraction’s new production about Chicago’s high murder rate is visceral, passionate, and pretty well done.
This Chicago High School Class Says its Crowd-Sourced Novel is 'Genius'
A class of 30 seniors at Whitney Young co-wrote and self-published a novel called 30 Days to Empathy.
Elastic Arts' Sam Lewis Takes Us Vinyl Shopping
We joined the man behind the monthly “Off the Record: A Listening Party” series at saki record store on a hunt for his next albums.
Ravinia Lineup Is Announced, Matchbox Twenty Fans Rejoice
Have a look at the full list of acts coming to Highland Park this summer.
Five Chicago Artists Explain Picasso’s Impact and Genius
How does artistic influence actually work? We asked some of Chicago’s best contemporary practitioners on the occasion of the Art Institute’s blockbuster, which runs through May 12.
The 20 Most Beautiful Photos of Chicago This Winter
In early February, we sent the local photographer Carlos Javier Ortiz out into the cold to capture Chicago neighborhoods and street life. He came back with a stark portrait of a city that freezes over yet remains full of life.
Here's an Awesome Weekend Plan, and Six Other Things to Do This Week
Alvin Ailey lands in Chicago for a two-week residency. David Auburn’s Proof returns to town. And the weekend plans of performer and poet, Avery R. Young, sound like an incredibly good time.