The Arts Section

By WDCB's Gary Zidek

The Arts Section spotlights creative people, events and ideas. Every week, WDCB's Gary Zidek shines a light on arts and culture in the Chicago area. The mission is to focus on stories within the arts ... more

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October 08, 2017 The Arts Section 10/08/17
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October 01, 2017 The Arts Section 10/01/17
On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek talks to the
co-founder of Found Footage Festival about finding comedy gold in old VHS
tapes. Gary also sat down with veteran actress Janet Ulrich Brooks, who’s
garnering rave reviews for her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in the
Chicago premiere of THE AUDIENCE. We’ll hear about a special mural being
painted to coincide with Chicago’s Year of Public Art. And the Dueling
Critics stop by to review an award winning production of Arthur Miller’s A
VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE. All that, plus the weekly Arts Section calendar.
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September 25, 2017 The Arts Section 09/24/17
On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with
singer-songwriter Loudon Wainwright III. The Grammy-winner recently
authored a memoir about his life and career. Gary also take a closer look
at a new production that’s bringing Lyric Opera and the Joffrey Ballet
together for the first time. Hear all about the moving parts that made
Orphée et Eurydice possible. Gary chats with a local filmmaker who directed
a new indie comedy that looks at the complexities of modern romance. We’ll
hear about a public art installation that explores the sounds of climate
change. And the Dueling Critics will stop to share their review a new
production about Abraham Lincoln. All that, plus the weekly Arts Section
calendar.
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September 17, 2017 The Arts Section 09/17/17
On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek sits down with artist
Hebru Brantley. The Chicago-based artist just opened a solo exhibition at
the Elmhurst Art Museum. Gary also talks with the filmmaker behind a new
independent film that's getting rave reviews. Kogonada's COLUMBUS is one
of the most visually stunning movies of the year. We'll also look back at
the history of Chicago Sinfonietta as the orchestra gets ready to launch
its 30th anniversary season. The Dueling Critics stop by with a review the
world premiere theatrical production of ALIAS GRACE. All that – plus the
weekly Arts Section calendar .
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FAQs about The Arts Section:

How many episodes does The Arts Section have?

The podcast currently has 404 episodes available.