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Dirty, boozin’ blues-rock
Local rockers The Dirty Rooks have brought their riotous brand of “booze-rock” to pubs and clubs ...
Microtonality in 60 seconds
Most musicians use 12 standard tones and the familiar sound of the “Do, Re, Mi” scale ...
Tapping into 20th anniversary
Percussive arts presenter nonprofit celebrates 20 years, spreads appreciation for tap
As the organization’s name suggests, Chicago Human Rhythm Project was founded to celebrate the history of ...
Vintage futurism moves line forward
Local designer takes styles from the past, innovates future fashions
Heaven Gallery’s reception before the 101 Years of Futurism fashion show displayed a wine and cheese ...
Artists call for change
New exhibit challenges artists to address current issues through posters
One poster urges charitable passers-by to donate cigarettes to those who have run out. Another commands ...
Small art, big name
Willard Wigan continues to explore the world of miniature sculpting with his new exhibit
Upon entering the Nicole Gallery, 230 W. Huron St., it seems as though the room is ...
Music in good company
The ensemble that comprises Katz Company has been a steady rotation
The ensemble that comprises Katz Company has been a steady rotation of musicians since the band’s ...
‘Exit Through the Gift Shop’ film review
Street art documentary shifts film's focus
For more than eight years, Los Angeles-based filmmaker Thierry Guetta went to the streets of America ...
New line of miniature robots creates buzz
Zidbits toys introduced at C2E2
Toy company Senario launched a new line of miniature, remote-controlled robots called Zibits. The Chronicle speaks ...
The convention Chicago needs
C2E2: The Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo
The show floor teemed with costumed heroes and villains alike. A spandex-clad Green Lantern posed for ...
Antique freaks: a worldwide affair
Merchandise Mart to host 13th International Antiques Fair, expects quality turnout
Film festival honors Latino culture
Filmmakers gather in Chicago, display artistic work
Cultures from around the world can be found throughout Chicago. While Polish is the largest cultural ...
‘Gift Shopping’ unsurprising
Aristic documentary disappoints, yet provides insight into street art
On the ‘Kick-Ass’ red carpet with the stars
Exclusive interview with actors Aaron Johnson, Chloë Grace Moretz
'Kick-Ass' actors Aaron Johnson and Chloë Grace Moretz made an appearance at AMC River East 21 ...
Consider it a ‘Date’
Comedic duo create laughs, action but lack in overall inspiration
Names in comedy don’t get much bigger than Tina Fey and Steve Carell, so a feature ...
Student portfolios get professional help
Celebrity photographer lectures at Columbia, reviews student work
He’s shot legends like Buddy Guy and Tom Waits and chart-toppers like Method Man and Lil’ ...