“He’s a genius” kept passing peoples lips when the lights went up for intermission at Hamilton in the old Schubert Theater last night. Even the jaded and sophisticated had to nod to agreement. That one man could both write and compose such a feat of ingenuity strains comprehension. Despite being a well-seasoned two-year-old, the musical …
The Black Ensemble Theatre (BE) has a tradition of delivering solid theatre by telling compelling stories through song. In Sammy: A Tribute to Sammy Davis Jr., song and dance act as ornamentation to a drama depicting exceptional innate talent and steely perseverance in the face of raw bigotry. Typical of a good BE show, a …
Black Ensemble Theatre Toasts Mr. Show Business: Sammy Davis, Jr. Read More »
In Chicago’s dynamic food universe, it’s easy to overlook the tried and true. Places that seem to always be there cooking solid meals with consistency and distinction day after day with or without tremendous acclaim or fanfare. Places like Chicago Curry House, a quiet little spot tucked away in the 800 block of Plymouth Ct …
Throughout her thriving four decades long career of impressing the world with her singing talents, Carmen Lundy has also proven that her gifts extend far beyond her voice. A multi- instrumentalist who writes virtually all of the songs that she performs (she can boast scores to her credit), her inner muse has also allowed her …
Beer people understand. A taproom that consistently delivers on great tasting beer is a treasure. One that also serves up serious eats on the side is just about priceless. Chicago’s blessed with a few such haunts and Half Acre’s Taproom on Lincoln right now has to rank as one of the best. With its total …
Everyone possesses the capacity to imagine. Artists are blessed with the ability to use their imaginations to create. At the top of the stairs on the 4th floor of the Museum of Contemporary Art, a small exhibit is dedicated to the creativity and imagination of women artist who work in the medium of photography. For …
Woman with a Camera – Catch it While You Can at MCA Read More »