Gaining a fuller appreciation of our planet’s true dynamism may be an unspoken by-product of the National Geographic Live series held in performing arts centers around the country and abroad. Allowing adventurers, scientists, film makers and photographers to tell their stories of exploration before inquisitive audiences has proven an effective way of expanding our knowledge …
Dreams stand alone in their mystery and fascination. What do they mean? How can they be both sensationally beautiful and completely bizarre? We even wonder why we dream at all. In the 300,000 years “modern” humans have inhabited the earth, no one’s answered any of these questions. In the hands of artists however, dreams become …
The emergence of a global pandemic in 2020 was the last time Black Americans thought collectively about government conspiracy. Skepticism about true intent kept thousands from taking advantage of vaccines developed to protect against the Covid 19 virus and its variants. Although it transpired in the 1930s, memories of how the government deceived and victimized …
The Unrelenting Grip of Bias Examined from the Inside Out Read More »
Despite the brittle and bitter reality of America’s political divide, the US still attracts throngs around the world in need of refuge. Whether it be from economic instability or stiffling autocracy, people migrate to this and other democracies in search of a future. Always tucked within that search is also a wish for personal autonomy. …
Music swirls through the fabric of every age. In 1776 ballads, dance tunes, arias and sonatas were just a few of the styles of music Americans were listening to. Almost 250 years later and not much has changed. Some musical styles faded and new ones took root and flourished, just as they do today. The …
Earth, Wind and Fire Tribute a Celebration of Music and the Man Behind It Read More »
Alvin Ailey, the famed founder of one of America’s most revered dance companies, believed “dance is for everybody”. That it’s an art that comes from the people and a gift that should be delivered back to them. So stated Robert Battle, Artistic Director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in his remarks at the …
White tablecloths, premium steak and a well pressed wait staff all point to a certain kind of dining. There’s also usually a hint of glamor and a hush of exclusivity in restaurants that offer a little bit more. Both Ocean Prime on Wacker and Capital Grille a few blocks east in Streeterville have positioned themselves …
Capital Grille and Ocean Prime – A Tale of Two Restaurants Read More »