On Thursday, April 14, YWCA will host a special screening of “In the Game” at the Wilmette Theatre. This 2015 documentary highlights the inequalities facing the girls’ soccer team at a south side high school, throwing into sharp relief the unthinkable challenges many girls (and even more students) face every day. Local director Maria Finitzo […]
When she’s not playing a witchy Hexenbiest on NBC’s “Grimm,” new mom Claire Coffee stays busy chasing an active toddler, spending time with her husband, “A Prairie Home Companion” host and musician Chris Thile, and has just added “designer” to her resume, collaborating with “upcycling” apparel and accessory company Looptworks on a utility backpack for multitasking […]
When she’s not playing a witchy Hexenbiest on NBC’s “Grimm,” new mom Claire Coffee stays busy chasing an active toddler, spending time with her husband, “A Prairie Home Companion” host and musician Chris Thile, and has just added “designer” to her resume, collaborating with “upcycling” apparel and accessory company Looptworks on a utility backpack for multitasking […]
Anyone else as excited as we are for “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2”? The film’s star, writer, director and producer Nia Vardalos spoke with Katie Couric about her inspiration for the sequel, John Stamos’ role in the film, and the need for female writers in Hollywood to create stronger roles for women and men. In honor […]
Make It Better wants to know who you think will win the big awards at the 88th Annual Academy Awards. This year’s Oscars will be hosted by Chris Rock and will air on ABC at 6 p.m. Feb. 28. Cast your votes below! Loading… More from Make It Better: Great Movies to Curl Up With […]
Fill up a bowl with popcorn, grab a blanket and settle in for a movie session. Make It Better staffers share their favorite films to get lost in on a cold winter’s day. “The Sound of Music” My all-time favorite movie. I grew up wanting to be Maria — and practically achieved it with my large family who […]
The next time your children beg for some screen time, take control of what they’re watching. The following movies are smart, funny and contain a good dose of moral fiber that’s still easily digestible. Some have stood the test of time, while others are destined to become classics. Either way, you and your kids are […]
Grab that crazy aunt or uncle (everyone has at least one), throw on your ugliest holiday sweater, and get to the theater this month and next for the many films showing during the most wonderful time of the year. If you’re not up for a festive flick, no worries — the eggnog is optional. Gobble […]
The Wilmette Theatre’s mission is to provide quality programming not readily available elsewhere in the Chicago area. An important aspect of our programming is our partnerships with other not-for-profit organizations to present films and provide discussions. November is a very busy month for these programs. We are the exclusive suburban host of the Asian Pop-Up […]
If you’re a fan of the Netflix original series “House of Cards,” you know that every episode brings a new twist or cliffhanger. One woman behind those storylines is Executive Story Editor Laura Eason, an Evanston native and Northwestern alumna. Eason was back in town Oct. 27 to discussed writing at the Chicago Humanities Festival. After […]
