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New film takes theater critics to task
Critic Vs. Critic

02/16/2011
Writers jump into bed on the Steppenwolf stage
Let’s talk about 'Sex'

02/09/2011
Photographers explore the black male identity through tattoos
Stories etched in skin

02/03/2011
New exhibit gives a peek into Chicago nanny's secret life behind the lens
Who was Vivian Maier?

01/26/2011
The title of a photography exhibit up now at the Chicago Cultural Center — Finding Vivian Maier — hints at the near loss of the almost 100 prints being shown. Vivian Maier died in obscurity in 2009, leaving behind an enormous collection of never-seen photography. Through sheer luck, boxes of her prints and negatives (sold in an auction of an unclaimed storage unit’s contents) found their way into the hands of people who recognized their importance.
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Exploring metal and art through zines
Bang your head!

01/19/2011
MCA spotlights Chicago's young comic book stars
New blood. New comics.

01/12/2011
Cupcake craze strong in Chicago
Business sweet for Molly's Cupcakes

01/05/2011
A taste of Vietnam in Chicago
Saigon Sisters expands to a storefront

12/29/2010
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Laughing while learning in Chicago
The Ankle Todd Show specializes in improv that educates

12/22/2010
Want clowns, high-energy sketch comedy, plus an educational spin? "The Ankle Todd Show" is a one-of-a-kind live show written and directed especially for kids, with a new educationally themed "episode" every week. Chicago Journal recently had a chance to chat with Todd Obuchowski, performer, writer and creator of the show.
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Local talents fill 'Local Wonders'
Theater

12/15/2010
Local Wonders: A Play with Songs, an eloquent, gentle new show that just opened on the Near West Side, employs homespun humor and wisdom and lots of fine poetry in a strong celebration of life’s joys through original folk music. It’s like “Walden” meets “Lake Wobegon” and begets a musical.
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