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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I celebrated the Uptown Theatre's 100th anniversary with a conversation with the two authors of a new book about the Chicago landmark. Plus, I'll catch up with the executive director of @PRAACHICAGO

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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I caught up with NYT-bestselling author Rebecca Makkai to talk about a Chicago wrtiers fest. I also talked to @ParamountAurora's CEO about theater funding issues & programming changes.

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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I caught up with vocalist @kerisingsjazz to talk about her growing business. The Dueling Critics reviewed @GriffinTheatreC's GIRLS & BOYS. Plus a look at a west suburban music academy + unique record store

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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Happy Mother's Day! Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I caught up with accalimed comedian Jim Jefferies. The comic will film his next stand-up special in Chicago. I also taked to director Marti Lyons about her current project @remybumppo

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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio we heard from @chicagosymphony's incoming music director Klaus Mäkelä. Plus stories on the new documentary THE LEGEND OF KINGDOM COME (which premieres @musicboxtheatre) & local artist Tim Lowly.

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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

This morning on The Arts Section, I caught up with multi-instrumentalist Kishi Bashi to talk about his collaboration with @ChicagoPhil. Also, sat down with @wttw's Geoffrey Baer to chat about his new special about Chicago's lakefront.

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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I caught up with opera star Sondra Radvanovsky, looked back at the 50 year history of @MarriottTheatre & visited @chicagobotanic's Orchid Show. Plus a review of FAT HAM.

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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I found my chill at Forest Park-based @NadeauIce, learned all about ice sculpting. Plus, a review of Chicago Shakespeare's Jaja'ss African Hair Braiding.

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https://t.co/0UK6tVOOA9

[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I went backstage to learn more about @gglasstheatre's return to the stage with the world premiere CIRCUS QUIXOTE. Also, the Dueling Critics previewed the winter theater season. And we remember David Lynch

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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I talked to the director of @tutatheatre's THE LONG CHRISTMAS DINNER. I also visited @LUMAChicago's Creche exhibit. Plus, the Dueling Critics reviewed @NorthlightThtr's LITTLE WOMEN.

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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I previewed @NewberryConsort's upcoming Latin American Christmas concerts featuring music from 15th - 18th centuries. Plus, a conversation w/ composer John Debney & a review of @GriffinTheatreC's latest

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https://t.co/sp6wJvDHEK

[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

This morning on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I caught up w/ @nytimes TV critic @jeremyegner to talk about his new Ted Lasso book BELIEVE. Plus, I spoke w/ @CollegeDuPage professor Michelle Moore about upcoming John Waters masterclass.

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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I caught up with Oscar-winning filmmaker Adam Elliot to talk about his new film MEMOIR OF A SNAIL. I also chatted with acclaimed theater director Lili-Anne Brown. Plus a review of new play EVIL PERFECT.

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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I visited @NewberryLibrary's new INDIGENOUS CHICAGO exhibit & caught up with Chicago-based actor Shariba Rivers to talk about winning a @3Arts Award. Plus Dueling Critics reviewed @ShatteredGlobe's latest

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[Joe Clark @JoeClarkChicago]

Had a great time talking to @onairgary about Deep Cuts and upcoming projects on The Art Section! @WDCBPublicRadio

[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I caught up with muralist Rafael Blanco. His work on display in a new exhibit @ElmhurstArt. And the Dueling Critics joined me to preview the plays their most looking forward to seeing this fall.

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https://t.co/gKDRWvuklv

[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I talked to the co-directors of the new documentary SUGARCANE (currently @filmcenter). I also caught up with comedian @PaulMecurio to chat about his show PERMISSION TO SPEAK.

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https://t.co/1vcQkdckbE

[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I had features on @TheWabashLights & @NewberryLibrary's new Mike Royko exhibit. Plus, a look at new doc THE CANDIDATE @filmcenter. And the Dueling Critics reviewed @KokandyProds' ALICE BY HEART.

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https://t.co/GLWhyS2aw5

[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I caught up with vocalist Emmy Bean to talk about the intriguing story of musician Connie Converse. The Dueling Critics reviewed @SteepTheatre's latest. And I talked to Lula Cafe chef Jason Hammel

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[Gary Zidek @onairgary]

Today on The Arts Section @WDCBPublicRadio I talked to a man celebrating 45 years leading a suburban municipal band. The Dueling Critics reviewed @OakParkFestival's ROMEO & JULIET. And looked back at the life/career of Oak Park native Bob Newhart.

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