It’s pitch black. Gradually, you see stars and the opening credits scroll up the dome like a Star Wars movie intro. “Adler Planetarium and The Joffrey Ballet present an Action Lines production in association with Big Foot Media.” Then, you hear a voice… Our universe … a gravitational stage upon which all things dance … […]
Whether you’re celebrating Women’s History Month; the traditions of St. Patrick’s Day; or merely the resurgence of spring, Chicagoland is blossoming with events and celebrations of community, food, art and more — for everyone. For those who patiently waited for winter to pass, the time has come to explore the city once again. Read on for our […]
While many think of the Art Institute of Chicago as a national treasure and a place to spend a carefree afternoon deep in the vast collections of art from around the world, it is also a place where professionals fine-tune their skills to better observe, communicate and collaborate. The Art Institute was founded in 1879 […]
Amidst the beautiful, towering skyline of Chicago lies a silent crisis — a staggering 68,000 souls, unsheltered and struggling. Radical Generosity Chicago, a 501(c)(3) organization, encourages families to not just witness this plight but to step into the narrative, to feel the brutal winter wind that these individuals endure daily. Engage, not out of obligation, […]
From the moment director Zi Aikhan heard the music of The Band’s Visit, he knew the show was special. “I picked up a box of blueberries as this song, Omar Sharif, came on. The song was so immediately arresting to me that I just stood there frozen in this produce section in Portland, Oregon, holding […]
Japan holds a very special place in my personal and professional life. I have walked the Nakasendo, hiked the Michinoku Coastal Trail; paddled the mangroves of Amami and Iriomotejima; climbed Mt. Fuji; bathed in countless onsen and sento for my book, “The Way of the Japanese Bath”; documented the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics in the […]
Many know Emmy Award-winner Dana Delany from China Beach, Desperate Housewives and other television shows and movies. Delany wrote Highway Patrol — along with co-authors Mike Donahue, Dane Laffrey and Jen Silverman — now playing at The Goodman until February 18. The play is constructed of tweets, texts, emails and phone conversations Delany had with others who are dramatized in Highway Patrol. Expect […]
If a dancer sprains an ankle or tears their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) — common ailments in a field where they train like Olympic athletes — they immediately see a doctor or physical therapist for assessment. But what if the injury is on the inside, invisible to the outside world? For artists at the top […]
After the post-holiday slump, February gives us plenty more to look forward to — like celebrating Black History Month, Valentine’s Day and, this year, Leap Day. Whether you’re looking for something new to do, want to celebrate the love in your life or just want a fun-filled weekend, there’s something for everyone in our list […]
In an alarming update issued Jan. 8, 2024, the American Red Cross has declared a nationwide emergency blood shortage, marking the most severe crisis of its kind in two decades. With a significant 40% decrease in blood donors, the organization is grappling with dwindling supplies that could potentially delay critical medical procedures across the United […]
