On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek sits down with an award-winning local author who just released her second novel, a mystery set in the northwest burbs. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to talk about the world premiere play DHABA ON DEVON AVENUE. Later in the show, Gary takes you with to Northwestern’s Block Museum of Art to check out an exhibit that explores indigenous traditions. And we’ll revisit a segment about a patriotic outdoor exhibit.

On this edition of the program, host Gary Zidek catches up with the author of a fantastic new book that dives into the storied history of Chicago’s Fine Arts Building. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to talk about the world premiere IRAQ, BUT FUNNY. And later in the show, Gary visits a west suburban museum that specializes in something few institutions around the world do.

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek talks to Steppenwolf co-founder and multiple award-winning actor Gary Sinise. The Chicago-area native is coming back home to perform a concert to raise support for a non-profit that helps disabled veterans. Later in the show, Gary visits the Driehaus Museum to learn more about the subject of its latest exhibit, Scottish artist Rory McEwen. And we’ll hear from the author of a book about the world’s two most famous movie critics.

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with local jazz vocalist Isabella Isherwood to talk about some of her upcoming projects, plus an exclusive in-studio performance. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to review GOLDEN LEAD RAGTIME BLUES. Later in the show, Gary talks to local theater artist Heather Currie about a new stage adaptation of WAR OF THE WORLDS. And we’ll preview the Elmhurst Art Museum’s latest exhibit.

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek takes a closer look at a Chicago summer tradition that’s turning 75 this week. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to review a world premiere titled NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH. Later in the show, Gary checks in with the president of the Chiago Scots about this year’s Scottish Festival and Highland Games. And the circus is in town, we’ll hear what life under the big top is like.

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek sits down with the new artistic director of the 90-year-old Grant Park Music Festival. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, stop by to preview all the summer plays and musicals they’re most looking forward to seeing. Later in the show, Gary previews the new Hokusai exhibition that’s opening in the western suburbs.

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek checks in with the CEO of the remodeled and rebranded Intuit Museum of Art. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, joins Gary to review a new adaptation of the 1921 play RUR. Later in the show, Gary takes you with to the Morton Arboretum to check out a new sculpture exhibition. And he’ll catch up with local artist Crème Sheri, who has spent the past two decades drawing jazz artists as they perform on stage.

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek previews the summer movie season with Classic Cinemas CEO Chris Johnson. After some uncertainty the past few years at the box office, the industry is hoping audiences will be back in full force this summer. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to review a world premiere titled GORGEOUS. And well hear from the author of a book about the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians.

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with world famous comedian Jim Jefferies, who is coming to Chicago to film his next stand-up special. The Dueling Critics, Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to review a new stage adaptation of A TALE OF TWO CITIES. Later in the show, Gary talks to Remy Bumppo Theater artistic director Marti Lyons about the new production (ART) she’s directing. And we’ll hear about a book that puts a spotlight on some of Chicago’s forgotten buildings.

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek checks in with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s incoming music director, Klaus Makela. The 29-year-old is set to become the 11th music director of 133-year-old institution. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to review a world premiere titled BERLIN.  Later in the show, Gary talks to the creatives behind a new documentary that looks back at the creation of one of the most popular comic book series of all-time. Gary also catches up with artist Tim Lowly to talk about his new exhibit in Aurora. And we’ll take a closer look at the history of Pappy Van Winkle bourbon.