The Last Days of Nelson Algren
30 years ago today, the poet laureate of midcentury Chicago died. In recognition, here’s an epic account of the last year of Algren’s life, by his friend Joe Pintauro.
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Life Imitates Art: Two Stage Couples Fall in Love
Case Study #1 THE COUPLE: Paula Scrofano and John Reeger have appeared on Chicago-area stages since 1974 and have acted together in some 40 productions. They celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary this year. Reeger is currently appearing in Heartbreak House at Writers’ Theatre, and Scrofano will be in Broadway Bound at the Drury Lane Theatre … Read more
Sarah Ruhl Returns to the Goodman with ‘Stage Kiss’
LOVE RULES: The playwright Sarah Ruhl adds to her string of Chicago productions with the world premiere of Stage Kiss, a comedy exploring a few of her favorite themes—the nature of romance and the line between fantasy and reality
Stephen Colbert To Get Honorary Northwestern Degree, But What We Really Need Him to Do Is Sing at Wrigley
The host of the “Colbert Report” gets another diploma from his real-life alma mater. I can think of a greater honor, perhaps the greatest that Chicago can bestow upon its current and former citizens. Plus: Colbert at Second City, circa 1990.
Chicago magazine Wins Excellence Online at 35th Annual CRMA Conference
The National City and Regional Magazine Association honored Chicago magazine with two awards at the 2011 conference on Monday, May 2 at The Drake Hotel in Chicago.
Five Freebies, Plus Dirk Lohan’s Weekend Agenda
This Week’s Five: Chicago Guide goes rogue with a lineup of don’t-miss freebies; plus, Mies’s grandson on the city’s inaugural Architecture & Design Film Festival
'Grease' Returns to Its Raunchy Chicago Roots
NOT TEEN ANGELS: The original version of the sanitized 1978 film opens at American Theater Company
Five Best Things to Do in May
POCKET GUIDE: Chicago Craft Beer Week, Andy Warhol, Hickorydickory, and More
Nora O'Donnell: Must-Have Summer Trends
Senior editor Nora O’Donnell visited the set of WGN Midday News to talk fashion. Nora discusses summer’s hottest fashion trends as featured in the May 2011 issue of Chicago magazine. From stripes and solids to swimwear and sandals, this summer is bringing sizzling styles!
Lollapalooza: The Tour Is Getting Soft
The culture vultures are underwhelmed by this year’s Lolla lineup, giving more ammo to those who call it WalMart by the Lake. But it’s closer to Costco, and besides: there are other, cheaper options.