The Arts Section

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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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Film Review: ANNETTE

Aug 5

Aug 5 Film Review: ANNETTE

Film Review: ROADRUNNER: A FILM ABOUT ANTHONY BOURDAIN

Jul 16

Jul 16 Film Review: ROADRUNNER: A FILM ABOUT ANTHONY BOURDAIN

WDCB’s Gary Zidek reviews the new documentary. ROADRUNNER: A FILM ABOUT ANTHONY BOURDAIN.

New Films Are Finally Being Released, Will In-Person Audiences Return?

Jul 7

Jul 7 New Films Are Finally Being Released, Will In-Person Audiences Return?

Chicago Filmmaker Eschews Conventions

Jun 15

Jun 15 Chicago Filmmaker Eschews Conventions

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with Chicago-based filmmaker Jack C. Newell to talk about his new movie, MONUMENTS.

Screen Time: HMS Media Connects Performing Arts Organizations With Audiences

May 18

May 18 Screen Time: HMS Media Connects Performing Arts Organizations With Audiences

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with the co-founders of HMS Media, Scott Silberstein and Matt Hoffman, for a conversation about the company’s origins, the art of capturing live performances, and what the future of presenting performing ars might look like.

After Year of Uncertainty, Classic Cinemas Ready to Show Movies Again

Apr 14

Apr 14 After Year of Uncertainty, Classic Cinemas Ready to Show Movies Again

WDCB’s Gary Zidek checks in with Classic Cinemas CEO Chris Johnson to talk about reopening.

New Documentary Illuminates Life and Career of Rita Moreno

Apr 12

Apr 12 New Documentary Illuminates Life and Career of Rita Moreno

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with filmmaker Mariem Perez Riera to talk about her new documentary, RITA MORENO: JUST A GIRL WHO DECIDED TO GO FOR IT.

Documentary Explores Life & Writings of American Writer Flannery O'Connor

Mar 23

Mar 23 Documentary Explores Life & Writings of American Writer Flannery O'Connor

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Elizabeth Coffman and Mark Bosco, the co-directors of the new documentary FLANNERY.

Film Review: COMING 2 AMERICA

Mar 5

Mar 5 Film Review: COMING 2 AMERICA

Siskel Film Center Introduces New Programming Director

Feb 22

Feb 22 Siskel Film Center Introduces New Programming Director

Film Review: ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI

Jan 15

Jan 15 Film Review: ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI

WDCB’s Gary Zidek reviews the new film, ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI.

Film Review: SOUL

Dec 26

Dec 26 Film Review: SOUL

WDCB’s Gary Zidek reviews the new animated film, SOUL.

Classic Hollywood Love Stories, Nancy Wilson Albums & Old Family Photos Inspire SYLVIE'S LOVE

Dec 22

Dec 22 Classic Hollywood Love Stories, Nancy Wilson Albums & Old Family Photos Inspire SYLVIE'S LOVE

RSVP For SYLVIE'S LOVE Virtual Screening

Dec 13

Dec 13 RSVP For SYLVIE'S LOVE Virtual Screening

Dreaming of Going to the Movies: Music Box Continues Holiday Tradition

Dec 9

Dec 9 Dreaming of Going to the Movies: Music Box Continues Holiday Tradition

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with Music Box Theatre general manager Ryan Oestreich to talk about moving the annual holiday double feature to the drive-in and adapting to the state’s pandemic rules.