100 Years of Impact: Support Goodman Theatre’s Education Programs and Your Gift Will Be Doubled

As Goodman Theatre approaches its 2025/2026 Centennial Season, the theater’s commitment to storytelling beyond the stage is stronger than ever. Through education and engagement programs that reach Chicagoans of all ages — from toddlers experiencing live performance for the first time to older adults reflecting on their lives through storytelling — the Goodman fosters meaningful […]

31 Best Things to Do in Chicago and the Suburbs in May 2025

Chicago’s greenery isn’t the only thing in full bloom this May. From can’t-miss theater and groundbreaking exhibitions to street festivals, art fairs, and spring markets, the city is bursting with energy and inspiration. Whether you’re planning a Mother’s Day outing, looking for weekend plans, or ready to dive into Chicago’s cultural calendar, these are the […]

'Division Street Revisited': How Studs Terkel’s Legacy Lives On in a New Podcast

In the 1960s, Myra Alexander fought against racism.Bill Koza craved tolerance toward gay people.Della Reuther protested against war.Ben Bearskin preserved Native American culture.Mary Ward Wolkonsky promoted the civic role of women.Leon Beverly battled for union workers and neighbors.And Blanche Gates, a widowed mother of 15, kept her family strong.  The stories of these seven Chicagoans […]

30 Best Things to Do in Chicago and the Suburbs in April 2025

April in Chicago brings bold culture, fresh blooms, and a spotlight on the planet — from Earth Month films and art to comic-con cosplay, live dance, and craft cocktails. Rock out to the story of The Kinks, celebrate 40 years of The Goonies, and dig into a month packed with can’t-miss music, food, film, and more. […]

Photographer Cristina Mittermeier’s 'HOPE' Confronts the Climate Crisis with a Powerful Visual Call to Action

Award-winning photographer Cristina Mittermeier’s new book, HOPE, offers a powerful counterpoint to the growing sense of despair that often surrounds conversations about our planet’s future. As Mittermeier poignantly observes, “Hope may not be a plan or a strategy, but it is vital for our survival.” For decades, Mittermeier has traveled the globe, documenting both the […]