Mick Napier Is Too Jaded to Watch Comedy

Mick Napier

March 2, 2026February 26, 2026 by Lynette Smith

The improv director, 63, on giving notes, what makes him laugh, and atheism’s spirituality

February 27, 2026February 24, 2026 by Lynette Smith

Top 10 reasons to fill up your calendar this month

February 23, 2026February 18, 2026 by Sarah Steimer

What to do in Chicago this weekend.

February 25, 2026February 18, 2026 by Lynette Smith

Two decades in, Third Coast Percussion continues to push its sound in new directions.

February 16, 2026February 12, 2026 by Sarah Steimer

What to do and see in Chicago this weekend.

February 9, 2026 by Lynette Smith

The actress, 58, on hanging with Richard Pryor, the solace of birding, and a fateful blind date

February 3, 2026February 2, 2026 by Lynette Smith

As a musician, the author had performed with some big acts in big venues. Then came the pandemic.

February 19, 2026January 28, 2026 by Lynette Smith

Top 10 reasons to fill up your calendar this month

January 28, 2026January 21, 2026 by Lynette Smith

Route 66 turns 100 this year, and it’s worth all the centennial hubbub. Here’s what to know about this asphalt-turned-artifact.

January 8, 2026January 7, 2026 by Lynette Smith

The singer-songwriter, 62, on crafting tunes, embracing ballads, and playing nice with fans