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.

Exploring Wrightwood 659

Oct 25

Oct 25 Exploring Wrightwood 659

A look inside Wrightwood 659.

A Conversation With Composer Missy Mazzoli

Oct 22

Oct 22 A Conversation With Composer Missy Mazzoli

WDCB’s Gary Zidek caught up with acclaimed composer Missy Mazzoli.

Inspired By Paris' Catacombs, Chicago Theater Artist Crafts Immersive Work

Oct 19

Oct 19 Inspired By Paris' Catacombs, Chicago Theater Artist Crafts Immersive Work

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with Ann Kreitman, the co-artistic director of (re)discover theatre and creator of the new immersive production, LES INNOCENTS/THE INNOCENTS.

The Dueling Critics Review Steppenwolf Theatre's Provocative DOWNSTATE

Oct 16

Oct 16 The Dueling Critics Review Steppenwolf Theatre's Provocative DOWNSTATE

The Dueling Critics, Jonathan Abarbanel and Kelly Kleiman, applaud Bruce Norris’ new play DOWNSTATE.

Created From Two Memoirs, BEAUTIFUL BOY Provides a New Perspective On Addiction

Oct 16

Oct 16 Created From Two Memoirs, BEAUTIFUL BOY Provides a New Perspective On Addiction

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Felix Van Groeningen about his new film BEAUTIFUL BOY,

New Documentary Series Highlights Stories of Chicago's Art & Design History

Oct 11

Oct 11 New Documentary Series Highlights Stories of Chicago's Art & Design History

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Emmy-winning producer Dan Andries about WTTW’s new 4-part documentary series, ART & DESIGN IN CHICAGO.

Theatre Review: American Premiere of NELL GWYNN

Oct 11

Oct 11 Theatre Review: American Premiere of NELL GWYNN

The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s production of NELL GWYNN.

Get a Taste of Peru on Chicago's Northside

Oct 9

Oct 9 Get a Taste of Peru on Chicago's Northside

Cesar Izquierdo has been providing a Taste of Peru to hungry customers for 20 years.

Programming the 54th Chicago International Film Festival: A Conversation with Festival Artistic Director Mimi Plauché

Oct 9

Oct 9 Programming the 54th Chicago International Film Festival: A Conversation with Festival Artistic Director Mimi Plauché

A Life In Film: Sitting Down With Chicago International Film Festival Founder/CEO Michael Kutza

Oct 8

Oct 8 A Life In Film: Sitting Down With Chicago International Film Festival Founder/CEO Michael Kutza

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with Chicago International Film Festival Founder/CEO Michael Kutza.

Film Review: ALL ABOUT NINA

Oct 5

Oct 5 Film Review: ALL ABOUT NINA

WDCB’s Gary Zidek reviews the new film, ALL ABOUT NINA.

Vocal Jazz/American Songbook Show to Hit Chicago Airwaves

Oct 2

Oct 2 Vocal Jazz/American Songbook Show to Hit Chicago Airwaves

WDCB welcomes new show AFTERGLOW.

Theatre Review: Marriott Theatre's SWEET CHARITY

Oct 2

Oct 2 Theatre Review: Marriott Theatre's SWEET CHARITY

The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Marriott Thteatre’s production of SWEET CHARITY.

New Exhibition Shines Light On Innovative Chicago-Area Design Studio

Oct 1

Oct 1 New Exhibition Shines Light On Innovative Chicago-Area Design Studio

Art on theMart Set to Illuminate World's Largest Canvas

Sep 26

Sep 26 Art on theMart Set to Illuminate World's Largest Canvas

WDCB’s Gary Zidek takes a closer look at Chicago’s new public art platform, Art on theMart.