Life Outside of Prison: Anthony Spaulding’s To Cut a Barber’s Hands – Chicago Reader
Anthony Spaulding, an actor and playwright, is on a mission to share his real-life journey through his new one-man play, To Cut a Barber's...
Exploring the History and Future of Western Exhibitions in Chicago – Chicago Reader
Running a commercial art gallery in Chicago is no easy task, especially with the recent closures of several well-known galleries in the area. Despite...
Sunshy: Shoegaze Prodigies Release Dazzling Debut – Chicago Reader
Sascha Deng and Wesley Park, along with their band Sunshy, have recently released their debut album, "I Don't Care What Comes Next." The album...
Uncovering the Nazi Presence in Oak Park – Chicago Reader
In the suburb of Oak Park, Illinois, a shocking revelation rocked the community in December 1982. The news broke that Reinhold Kulle, the 61-year-old...
Understanding Illinois Voter Opinions on Interfering with Election Workers
This year, Illinois voters will be faced with three nonbinding referenda on the November 2024 general election ballot. One of the questions will ask...
Amber Nettles Promoted to Publisher at Chicago Reader; CEO Lieberman Stays On
The Reader Institute for Community Journalism (RICJ) in Chicago has announced that Amber Nettles will be taking on the role of publisher starting January...
Blood Club: Chicago Band Crafting Postpunk for True Believers
Blood Club, a Chicago-based Mexican American band, recently made a statement with their single "No Quiero Bailar" from their debut album "Lovesick." The song,...
Revitalizing the Rust Belt: Exploring Chicago’s Transformation
The Rust Belt, a term used to describe the postindustrial midwest, has often been overlooked by mainstream media. However, since 2013, Belt Publishing has...
Chicago Reader Investigates Ownership of a Story
Helen of Troy, portrayed by Mafer Roussell in Juicio a una Zorra, is making her case to the audience at Citlalin Art Gallery Theater....
Exploring the Complicated Storyline of Tangled in Chicago Reader
As a musician, seeing two grand pianos take center stage at the Chopin Studio Theatre immediately reassured me that Kokandy Productions' rendition of Into...
Uncovering the Domestic Violence Crisis in Chicago – Chicago Reader
It was a cool evening when my friend Chester Sikora took me on a tour of his neighborhood in Roselle to see Halloween displays....
Exploring the Impact of Trump’s Policies on Chicago – Chicago Reader
Earlier this month, the University of Chicago revealed a new study that utilized AI technology to examine presidential speeches. The study focused on Donald...
Exploring Chicago’s Blues Scene: A Guide to Dreaming in Blues
August Wilson's play "Seven Guitars" is a profound and lyrical exploration of the struggles faced by Black neighbors in a boardinghouse in 1948. The...
Exploring Chicago Reader Volume 54: The Latest News and Features
The latest edition of the Chicago Reader, Volume 54, is filled with a variety of news and features that cover a wide range of...
Chicago Reader: Understanding the Impact of a Rampaging Rhinoceros
Eugène Ionesco's play "Rhinoceros" has been revived at Theatre Y and is making waves with its timeless satire on battling herd hysteria. The play,...
Jonathan Rosenbaum Interview: Insights from Chicago Reader Critic
Jonathan Rosenbaum, a renowned film critic, had an unexpected journey to his career. Growing up in Florence, Alabama, with a grandfather who owned a...
Exploring the Vibrant Culture of Chicago – Chicago Reader Insights
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre recently premiered its new production of Until the Flood, a play that opens with a makeshift shrine dedicated to Michael Brown, the...
Guava Linzer Cookie Review at Nata – Chicago Reader
When it comes to sweets, I usually go for the chocolatey and sweet options. However, I recently tried Nata's guava Linzer cookie and it...
Expanding Leadership Team at Chicago Reader: A Look Inside
The Reader Institute for Community Journalism (RICJ), which operates the Chicago Reader, is excited to announce the recent expansion of its leadership team.Returning to...
India Ramey: Finding Strength in Country Music on Baptized by the Blaze
Nashville singer-songwriter India Ramey has a powerful story that fuels her music. Growing up with financial struggles, familial mental illness, and witnessing abuse, Ramey...
Blood Club: Chicago Postpunk Band for True Believers
Blood Club, a postpunk band hailing from Chicago, made a bold statement with their latest single, "No Quiero Bailar" ("I Don't Want to Dance")....
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