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My name is Gary Zidek. Welcome to The Arts Section. Tune into the radio program every Sunday morning on WDCB 90.9 & 90.7 FM or listen to it online here. I'll be showcasing a variety of arts & entertainment stories.

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Looking Back: A Conversation With Oscar-Winning Composer Justin Hurwitz

Jan 21

Jan 21 Looking Back: A Conversation With Oscar-Winning Composer Justin Hurwitz

Back in 2017, WDCB’s Gary Zidek caught up with composer and songwriter Justin Hurwitz for a conversation about LA LA LAND. WDCB will be screening the multiple Oscar-winning film Friday January 24.

Merce Cunningham's Moves Come to Life In Ambitious New Film

Jan 6

Jan 6 Merce Cunningham's Moves Come to Life In Ambitious New Film

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to filmmaker Alla Kovgan about her new movie, CUNNINGHAM.

Indie Film With Chicago Connections Finds Success on Festival Circuit

Nov 26

Nov 26 Indie Film With Chicago Connections Finds Success on Festival Circuit

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with filmmaker Haroula Rose to talk about her debut feature, ONCE UPON A RIVER.

Perception Is Power: A Conversation With THE KINGMAKER Director Lauren Greenfield

Nov 16

Nov 16 Perception Is Power: A Conversation With THE KINGMAKER Director Lauren Greenfield

Chicago-Area House Inspires New Horror Film

Oct 26

Oct 26 Chicago-Area House Inspires New Horror Film

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with the stars of the new horror movie, GIRL ON THE THIRD FLOOR.

Some Overlooked Horror Films to Check Out This Halloween Season

Oct 25

Oct 25 Some Overlooked Horror Films to Check Out This Halloween Season

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with RogerEbert.com’s Nick Allen to talk about some scary movies to check out ahead of Halloween.

An Avenue to Discovery: The 55th Chicago International Film Festival Celebrates New Cinema

Oct 15

Oct 15 An Avenue to Discovery: The 55th Chicago International Film Festival Celebrates New Cinema

New Documentary Gives Witness to BIRTH OF THE COOL

Oct 9

Oct 9 New Documentary Gives Witness to BIRTH OF THE COOL

Ken Burns Puts a Spotlight on COUNTRY MUSIC In New Docu-Series

Sep 16

Sep 16 Ken Burns Puts a Spotlight on COUNTRY MUSIC In New Docu-Series

The Music Box Theatre Is Turning the Big 9-0

Aug 20

Aug 20 The Music Box Theatre Is Turning the Big 9-0

WDCB’s Gary Zidek caught up with Music Box Theatre general manager Ryan Oestreich to learn more about the iconic theatre’s long history as it approaches its 90th anniversary.

August Seems Like a Good Time to Catch-Up On Films You May Have Missed

Aug 14

Aug 14 August Seems Like a Good Time to Catch-Up On Films You May Have Missed

Film Review: ONCE UPON A TIME ... IN HOLLYWOOD

Jul 26

Jul 26 Film Review: ONCE UPON A TIME ... IN HOLLYWOOD

Film Review: THE ART OF SELF DEFENSE

Jul 19

Jul 19 Film Review: THE ART OF SELF DEFENSE

WDCB’s Gary Zidek reviews the new film, THE ART OF SELF DEFENSE.

New Documentary Looks Back At Tragic 1995 Heat Wave And Explores Broader Ideas

Jul 17

Jul 17 New Documentary Looks Back At Tragic 1995 Heat Wave And Explores Broader Ideas

Being Jim Gaffigan: 2019 Poised to Be Big Year For Comedian/Actor

Jun 16

Jun 16 Being Jim Gaffigan: 2019 Poised to Be Big Year For Comedian/Actor

WDCB’s Gary ZIdek sits down with Jim Gaffigan.