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.

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.

Teatro ZinZanni Opens In Chicago

Aug 16

Aug 16 Teatro ZinZanni Opens In Chicago

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, talk about one of the newest additions to Chicago’s theatre scene, Teatro ZinZanni.

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

Chicago’s Theater Scene Takes Center Stage In New Novel

Aug 12

Aug 12 Chicago’s Theater Scene Takes Center Stage In New Novel

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to author Layne Fargo about her debut novel, TEMPER.

Black Ensemble Theater Is Not Faking the Funk

Aug 6

Aug 6 Black Ensemble Theater Is Not Faking the Funk

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Daryl D. Brooks about his new musical, YOU CAN’T FAKE THE FUNK: A JOURNEY THROUGH FUNK MUSIC.

New Book Takes Culinary Approach to Titanic Stories

Aug 5

Aug 5 New Book Takes Culinary Approach to Titanic Stories

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to author Veronica Hinke about her new book, THE LAST NIGHT ON THE TITANIC: UNSINKABLE DRINKING, DINING, AND STYLE.

Theatre Review: GHOST QUARTET

Jul 31

Jul 31 Theatre Review: GHOST QUARTET

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, discuss Black Button Eyes Production's’ new musical, GHOST QUARTET.

Floating Museum Launches Green Line Project

Jul 30

Jul 30 Floating Museum Launches Green Line Project

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to the directors of Floating Museum about the art collective’s new project, CULTURE TRANSIT ASSEMBLY.

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

Jul 26

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

A Conversation With Earth Wind & Fire's Ralph Johnson

Jul 25

Jul 25 A Conversation With Earth Wind & Fire's Ralph Johnson

WDCB’s Gary Zidek spoke with long-time Earth Wind & Fire percussionist and vocalist Ralph Johnson about the group’s beginnings and favorite memories.

Hot Fun In the Summertime: A Look At the Best Local Outdoor Theatre Options

Jul 24

Jul 24 Hot Fun In the Summertime: A Look At the Best Local Outdoor Theatre Options

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, talk about the best outdoor theatre options in the Chicago area and beyond.

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.

Got the Beat: The Dueling Critics Review Kokandy's HEAD OVER HEELS

Jul 18

Jul 18 Got the Beat: The Dueling Critics Review Kokandy's HEAD OVER HEELS

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Kokandy Productions’ Chicago premiere of HEAD OVER HEELS.

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

Theatre Review: The Artistic Home's ADA AND THE ENGINE

Jul 16

Jul 16 Theatre Review: The Artistic Home's ADA AND THE ENGINE

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review the Artistic Home’s production of ADA AND THE ENGINE.