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.

Gong Once ... Going Twice ... Sold

Jul 15

Jul 15 Gong Once ... Going Twice ... Sold

WDCB’s Gary Zidek profiles Chicago-based Hindman Auction House.

A Conversation With Chicago Vocalist Dee Alexander

Jul 11

Jul 11 A Conversation With Chicago Vocalist Dee Alexander

Theatre Review: Chicago Premiere of SOMETHING CLEAN

Jul 3

Jul 3 Theatre Review: Chicago Premiere of SOMETHING CLEAN

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Sideshow Theater & Rivendell Theatre Ensemble’s co-production of SOMETHING CLEAN. Plus, some Kerry-related news.

A Look Behind the Curtain of Goodman Theatre's New Production of THE MUSIC MAN

Jul 1

Jul 1 A Look Behind the Curtain of Goodman Theatre's New Production of THE MUSIC MAN

WDCB’s Gary Zidek visits a rehearsal of Gooman Theatre’s production of THE MUSIC MAN.

Casting a Ballot For Ms. Blakk

Jun 25

Jun 25 Casting a Ballot For Ms. Blakk

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Steppenwolf Theatre’s world premiere MS. BLAKK FOR PRESIDENT.

Rarely Seen Photos Capture Rolling Stones 1964 Visit to Chicago

Jun 24

Jun 24 Rarely Seen Photos Capture Rolling Stones 1964 Visit to Chicago

The Dueling Critics Review Red Tape Theatre's Latest, Plus a Conversation About State Funding For the Arts

Jun 18

Jun 18 The Dueling Critics Review Red Tape Theatre's Latest, Plus a Conversation About State Funding For the Arts

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Red Tape Theatre’s production of WE ARE PUSSY RIOT (OR EVERYTHING IS P.R.). Later, a discussion about how Illinois’ new capital bill will help certain arts-related projects.

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.

MCA's New Virgil Abloh Exhibit Explores the Dichotomies of Purists vs. Tourists

Jun 15

Jun 15 MCA's New Virgil Abloh Exhibit Explores the Dichotomies of Purists vs. Tourists

Film Review: LATE NIGHT

Jun 14

Jun 14 Film Review: LATE NIGHT

WDCB’s Gary Zidek reviews the new movie, LATE NIGHT.

CSO Maestro Riccardo Muti's First Radio Interview Post Strike

Jun 14

Jun 14 CSO Maestro Riccardo Muti's First Radio Interview Post Strike

Review: Documentary Sheds Light On Rise and Fall of Halston

Jun 7

Jun 7 Review: Documentary Sheds Light On Rise and Fall of Halston

WDCB’s Gary Zidek reviews the new documentary, HALSTON.

History and Pop Music Mix In New Production SIX

Jun 6

Jun 6 History and Pop Music Mix In New Production SIX

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s new production SIX.

35th Printers Row Lit Fest Returning To Its Roots

Jun 6

Jun 6 35th Printers Row Lit Fest Returning To Its Roots