Review: Cursive and Bright Eyes Continue to Impress at Salt Shed
It’s always a treat to see bands that ushered me into a completely new world of music at a young age. Both Cursive and Bright Eyes released some of their […]
Your Chicago Curated Weekend: 4/17 and Beyond
It’s a holiday weekend for some but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some exciting events going on! So start finding some room in your busy scheduling in some fun concerts, […]
Holiday Tips: Easter Your Way with Boozy Tea and Boat Rides
Easter is this Sunday and no matter if you recognize the day for religious reasons or because you love a good chocolate rabbit, there are plenty of ways to allow […]
Review: Parsons Dance Returns with a Funhouse of Dance, Smoke, and Mirrors
Parsons Dance rolled into town last weekend after being away for 30 years. The company was founded in 1985 by artistic director and choreographer David Parsons. The advertising promised an […]
Interview: Filmmakers Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza on Using Memory, Sound and the Bond of Brotherhood to Make Warfare
In 2006 Ramadi, Iraq, Navy SEAL team Alpha One took control of a multi-story residence, from which communications officer Ray Mendoza (D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai) used air support to monitor their position […]
Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Support Our Local Farmers
During my first summer in Chicago, I became a member of Nichols Farm and Orchard CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). A neighbor had recommended the family run farm as a good […]
Review: Victory Gardens Stages Henry Johnson, a New David Mamet Drama About a Simple Man Who Fails…at Everything
This is a review of a new play by David Mamet…. Although any mention of David Mamet today can turn into something else entirely. For instance, how many playwrights attract […]
Feature: C2E2 Hosts Breakfast Club Reunion for 40th Anniversary of Film
Saturday morning opened up with a very special reunion from the cast of the iconic John Hughes movie, The Breakfast Club, celebrating the 40th year since its release. “This is […]
Review: An Emotive Evening with Basia Bulat at the Old Town School of Folk Music
It feels a little crazy to say that I’ve been listening to Basia Bulat for over half my life, but after doing the quick math it turns out to be […]
Review: At Writers Theatre, Brian Friel’s Translations Is Full of Heart
Yolland (Erik Hellman) and Maire (Tyler Meredith) have left the dance and come running into the clearing. As they try to catch their breath, they realize they are still holding […]
Review: Johnnyswim Leaves It All at the Vic
The best thing about working with your significant other is being around your favorite person all the time. The worst thing about working with your significant other is…see above. But […]
Review: No Fear Here; Franz Ferdinand’s Live Show Was Fearless and Jubilant
Franz Ferdinand has had a career with growing gaps between new albums for a couple of years now, which might lead one to expect they are running low on ideas. […]