Nerdette Book Club: ‘Light From Uncommon Stars’
The Nerdette Book Club unpacks Light From Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki with book nerds Jenn Northington and Christina Orlando.
Culture & The Arts
Wondering about Chicago music, festivals, arts, theater and food? WBEZ brings together the best stories about Chicago’s arts and culture scene. Together with our music station, Vocalo 91.1, we explore the stories that make the second city a vibrant world-renowned cultural destination.
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Chicago comedians reflect on changing landscape
The Dave Chappelle and Netflix controversy sparked conversations on the ever-evolving world of stand-up comedy.
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New WTTW doc shines spotlight on ‘Mother of Improv’ Viola Spolin
The former social worker developed a novel set of theater games used by the likes of Bill Murray, Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert and more.
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In Chicago, October isn’t just about Halloween. It’s also a month to try Black-owned restaurants
Eating joyfully and celebrating Black owned restaurants — that’s one local blogger’s mission.
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Fandom, feminists and fortune telling
If life is feeling like the worst group project ever, don’t worry. We have not one but TWO guides to help you out using feminism and tarot.
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Muddy Waters’ South Side home earns landmark status
Chicago’s City Council voted unanimously to preserve the historic two-flat building at 4339 S. Lake Park Ave in North Kenwood.
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Independent Black cinema got its start on Chicago’s South Side
William Foster was the first Black director to make a film with an all-Black cast. But most people have never heard of him. This is his story.
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Chicago Innovators: Startup Flora wants to help you keep your plants alive
Struggling to keep your houseplants alive? Help is here.
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Humboldt Park’s Paseo Boricua to become ‘Puerto Rico Town’
The historic stretch of Division Street will be renamed as part of a new state bill that designates cultural districts across the state.
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On the ground at the Chicago Sky championship rally
WBEZ’s Mike Puente reports live from the Chicago Sky celebration at Millennium Park.
