Sculptor Michael Rakowitz Recreates Looted Artifacts Using Iraqi Food Packaging
Cultural contradictions course through the political sculptures of this Northwestern professor of Arab and Jewish descent.
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Towkio Goes Hollywood (But Promises He Still Loves Chicago)
This rapper, the first signed by megaproducer Rick Rubin in 20 years, is an icon in the making.
Haley Fohr Embraces the Dissonant on New Circuit Des Yeux Album
Indie rock’s foremost weirdo shows her vocal versatility on Reaching for Indigo.
Danielle Agami Brings Raw, Animalistic Style to Visceral Dance
In Pick a Chair, the acclaimed choreographer’s daring work is paired with music by Wilco drummer Glenn Kotche.
Designer Behind Chance the Rapper’s Overalls Debuts First Full Collection
Self-taught seamstress Sheila Rashid dreams of outfitting Celine Dion someday.
Craig Robinson on Going Vegan and Teaching Music in South Chicago
The Chicago native brings a much-needed dose of levity to TV this fall with “Ghosted,” co-starring with Adam Scott.
Signature Move Is a Queer Love Affair that Crosses Cultures and Chicago Neighborhoods
Old World expectations meet New World romance in Fawzia Mirza’s feature film debut.
Dream Team of Chicago's Black Creatives Pay Homage to Gwendolyn Brooks
Eve Ewing, Nate Marshall, and Jamila Woods create a retrospective for the 100th birthday of Bronzeville’s Bard.
Is Nnedi Okorafor the Next George R.R. Martin?
The author, whose previous novel is slated to become an HBO series, releases Akata Warrior this fall.
Tanya Saracho Is Telling a "More Modern" Immigrant Story
The Mexican American playwright and screenwriter debuts “Fade” at Victory Gardens Theater.