Melissa DuPrey’s Insight on Navigating LA and Chicago: A Conversation with the Chicago Reader
Chicago native Melissa DuPrey is a multi-talented individual with a diverse career in comedy, acting, writing, producing, activism, and healing. In a recent conversation,...
Chicago Record Report: October 2024 – Latest News and Updates
The Chicago Record Report for October 2024 features a variety of new local music that has caught the attention of the Reader staff. Here...
Haunt Season Review: Chicago Reader’s Ultimate Guide to Chicago’s Halloween Attractions
Haunt Season takes the concept of a serial killer using a haunted house attraction as his hunting ground and brings it to life at...
Exploring the Film Experience in Chicago: The Moviegoer’s Perspective
The Moviegoer is a local film enthusiast who shares insights on Chicago’s independent and underground film scene. Recently, they attended the Chicago International Film...
Anora Restaurant Review: Chicago Reader’s Ultimate Guide
Sean Baker has once again proven his talent with his latest film, Anora. The movie manages to strike a delicate balance between being both...
Conclave Review: A Detailed Look at Chicago Reader’s Event
Robert Harris's book Conclave may not look like much from the cover, but the papal drama within its pages has captured the attention of...
Importance of Voting for School Board Candidates in Chicago
In Chicago, the importance of voting for school board candidates cannot be understated. The recent turnover in the Chicago Board of Education has left...
We Live in Time Book Review: Chicago Reader Review
We Live in Time is a movie that tells the story of Tobias and Almut, two individuals with very different priorities who find themselves...
Exploring Piece by Piece: A Review of the Chicago Reader – Top Insights and...
Pharrell Williams, a well-known figure on the pop music scene, is now venturing into the world of film with the release of Piece by...
Uncovering the Rise of Ashlee Bankz in Chicago’s Music Scene
Ashlee Bankz, a rising star in Chicago's music scene, has been making waves with her latest EP, "Go to Hell." In a recent interview,...
Unlocking the Generosity of Seeds: A Guide – Chicago Reader
Seeds have the power to multiply and create abundance. This was evident during a recent gathering at the native plant garden in Pottawatomie Park...
Unleashing the Best of Chicago: A Guide for Readers
Chicago is known for its 33 designated off-leash dog parks, where owners can let their furry friends run free. These parks require an annual...
Discovering the Life and Art of Paula Modersohn-Becker in Chicago – Chicago Reader
Paula Modersohn-Becker's Self-Portrait on Sixth Wedding (Anniversary) Day is a powerful piece that captures the inner turmoil and complexity of the artist's life. Despite...
Forever or Else: Damager Celebrates Rock ‘n’ Roll Camaraderie – Chicago Reader
Damager, a Chicago-based rock band, is making waves with their new album "Forever or Else." Fronted by Dan Stewart, the band draws inspiration from...
El Hongo Magico: Monday Night Foodball’s Fungal Star Returns
Around the end of August, a magic mushroom made its presence known by spreading its spores across the city and appearing in various food...
Darkly Funny Illustrations by Xomeless: A Chicago Reader Spotlight
Russian illustrator Xomeless, also known as Natalia Egorova, hails from the punk scene in Yakutia, the coldest place on earth. Her unique style can...
Foxing Returns to Greatness with Powerful New Music – Chicago Reader
Foxing, an emo band from Saint Louis, recently made a powerful return with their new music. The band took part in a joint headlining...
Swirlies Shoegaze Misfits Return to the Road with New Style – Chicago Reader
Swirlies, a shoegaze band formed in 1990, has been making waves with their unique style and sound. The band was initially started by Damon...
Poison Girl Friend: Nineties Japanese Trip-Hop Artist Comes to Chicago – Chicago Reader
Noriko Sekiguchi, known as Poison Girl Friend, is a talented Japanese artist who has made a name for herself in the world of downtempo,...
Sizzling Hot Tour: Some Like It Hot in Chicago – Chicago Reader
Billy Wilder and I.A.L. Diamond’s iconic film "Some Like It Hot" is known for its groundbreaking approach to gender identity in the 1950s. The...
Halloween Pop-Up Piñatta Returns to Monday Night Foodball
Halloween is fast approaching, and with it comes the return of Piñatta’s annual infernal luna negra ritual at Monday Night Foodball. This event, hosted...
Transforming Tradition: Alex E. Chávez’s Debut Solo Album – Chicago Reader
Alex E. Chávez, a scholar and musician, has released his debut solo album, Sonorous Present, which is a deeply personal and introspective work that...
Empowering Chicago’s LGBTQ+ Community to Vote: Advocacy and Engagement
On a quiet Sunday morning in early October, a group of leather daddies and drag activists gathered outside the Leather Archives & Museum in...
Chicago Alders Advocate for Missing Black Women in Push for CPD Accountability
During a recent hearing at the Chicago City Council Public Safety Committee, Bridgette Rouse shared her distress over the lack of response from the...
The Pitfalls of International Adoption: A Review of The Book of Me
MPAACT (Ma’at Production Association of Afrikan Centered Theatre) recently presented a powerful and thought-provoking play called The Book of Me at the Greenhouse Theater....
Exploring Queer Drama with Bottle Fly in Chicago Reader
Bottle Fly is a captivating play set in the Everglades, filled with queer drama and poetic dialogues that transport the audience from deep Florida...
Filing a Complaint Against a Chicago Police Officer: Step-by-Step Guide
Filing a complaint against a Chicago police officer can seem like a daunting task, but there is a system in place to help you...
Exploring Poets in Prose: Chicago Reader Feature
There’s a mini Sarah Ruhl fest happening at Theater Wit, where Shattered Globe’s Becky Nurse of Salem and Remy Bumppo’s Dear Elizabeth are both...
Exploring the Enchanting Babes in the Woods of Chicago – Chicago Reader
Babes With Blades Theatre Company recently surprised audiences by staging a Shakespeare comedy, "A Midsummer Night's Dream," known for its focus on stage combat....
Jocey y Las Mariachis: A Charming Band in Chicago – Chicago Reader
Visión Latino Theatre Company has brought a unique and charming autobiographical solo performance to the seventh Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival. Jocey Villa,...
Coronation: Dystopic View of Patriarchy’s End Game – Chicago Reader
Refracted Theatre Company recently presented "Coronation," a thought-provoking play by Laura Winters that explores themes of women in politics, queenship, and environmental disasters. Directed...
Best Metaphysical Shops in Chicago for Spiritual Seekers
When I first moved to Chicago six years ago, one of the first things I did was seek out a local metaphysical store. As...
Coral by Nati: Exploring the Poetry Foundation’s Sponsorship
The Poetry Foundation has been sponsoring various poetry events and projects, delving into the world of poetry with Coral by Nati. This partnership aims...
Stark Comedy: A Review by Chicago Reader
Lynn Nottage, a talented playwright and the first Black woman to win two Pulitzer Prizes in drama, has a wide range of interests that...
Flower Delivery in Chicago: A Guide for Chicago Reader Community
As an artist, are we inherently inclined to plant flowers in our communities, or do we learn to give back through practice? This is...
Being an Active Participant in Chicago Today: A Guide for Engaging Citizens
In February, a devastating forest fire swept through the coastal city of Viña del Mar in Chile, leaving over 130 people dead, 370 missing,...
Exploring the Sensuality of Art in Chicago – Chicago Reader
Breathing in the autumn air, I delved into Susan Sontag's writings in "Against Interpretation" to find solace from the constant stream of war and...
The Effigies: Final Album Release with Late Frontman John Kezdy – Chicago Punk Pioneers
The Effigies were a significant part of Chicago's first wave of punk rock bands, forming in 1980 and contributing to the midwestern hardcore scene....
Justyna Haluch: The Zapiekanka Queen of Schiller Woods – Chicago Reader
Justyna Haluch has made a name for herself as the Zapiekanka Queen of Schiller Woods. When she first started selling zapiekanki, she tried to...
Title: Reasons for Declining Ridership on the Westbound Blue Line
Raunel Urquiza has noticed a decline in ridership on the Westbound Blue Line when he takes the train into the Loop. He has observed...