Russell Lewis, the executive vice president and chief historian at the Chicago History Museum, prefaces Historic Photos of the Chicago World’s Fair by noting that “[t]he World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893 was the most photographed event in the nineteenth century.” Many of the photos shot at Chicago’s great South Side fair ended up…
Our top five picks for things to do: The next big thing in Chicago theatre (for a budget five bucks) . . . a ukulele invasion . . . a Fred Anderson tribute . . . and introducing our new feature, this week starring Robbie Fulks
#13—Saturday Night Live raids the improvisational comic warehouse The Second City for its inaugural cast, and the TV show’s immediate success establishes the Old Town institution as a major comedy factory. For more photos of Chicago’s artistic breakthroughs, check out the photo gallery » Related: PHOTO GALLERY » Chicago’s great artistic breakthroughs MORE TOP … Read more
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STEAL THIS SCENE: Let the theatrical rumpus begin
Story highlights from the September 2010 issue of Chicago magazine, including six ideas for a fall getaway, a bucket list for Mayor Daley, and the city’s top 40 artistic breakthroughs.
Real estate expert Dennis Rodkin was featured on CLTV’s HomesPlus this weekend, giving a walking tour of Edison Park to host Rochelle Vayo Adkinson.
Our top five picks for things to do: Opera and booze on Lake Michigan … films and booze at the Art Institute … Fifth House Ensemble takes a cue from Pink Floyd … and more
In the July/August issue of Chicago Home + Garden, our pros outline an inexpensive and eco-friendly way to update a bathroom or kitchen with cabinet refinishing. Editor Jan Parr and artist Ted Harris offer tips and tricks for this do-it-yourself project.
Every fest has its moments, and Lollapalooza 2010 was no exception. This year, we picked the most memorable—including best multi-generational act, greatest dance party of the year, and our favorite show for funky fan watching…
