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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.

Third Edition of Chicago Architecture Biennial Showcases Social Aspects of Architecture

Sep 22

Sep 22 Third Edition of Chicago Architecture Biennial Showcases Social Aspects of Architecture

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with Todd Palmer, the executive director of the Chicago Architecture Biennial to talk about the 2019 edition of the Biennial.

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

Theatre Review: Chicago Premiere of CASA VALENTINA

Sep 15

Sep 15 Theatre Review: Chicago Premiere of CASA VALENTINA

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Pride Films and Plays’ production of CASA VALENTINA.

New Project Shines Light On Chicago Experimental Theatre Scene

Sep 13

Sep 13 New Project Shines Light On Chicago Experimental Theatre Scene

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with MCA Associate Curator of Performance Tara Aisha Willis and Prop Thtr Artistic Director Olivia Lilley for a conversation about THE STOREFRONT PROJECT.

Suburban Arts Center Celebrates 10 Years

Sep 11

Sep 11 Suburban Arts Center Celebrates 10 Years

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Water Street Studios executive director Danielle Hollis about the suburban arts center’s past, present and future.

I Turn My Camera On : Julian Wasser Interview

Sep 10

Sep 10 I Turn My Camera On : Julian Wasser Interview

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with renowned photographer Julian Wasser for a wide-ranging conversation about his five decade career taking pictures of some of the most interesting people in the world.

WDCB's Barry Winograd Ready For What's Next

Sep 9

Sep 9 WDCB's Barry Winograd Ready For What's Next

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to musician & longtime radio announcer Barry Winograd about his four decade career on-air and what’s next as he steps away from his mid-day show.

The Dueling Critics Go INTO THE WOODS

Sep 9

Sep 9 The Dueling Critics Go INTO THE WOODS

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Writers Theatre’s New Production of INTO THE WOODS.

A Conversation With Best-selling Author Candace Bushnell

Sep 6

Sep 6 A Conversation With Best-selling Author Candace Bushnell

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to author Candace Bushnell about her new book, IS THERE STILL SEX IN THE CITY?

Early Autumn Chicago Theater Preview

Sep 4

Sep 4 Early Autumn Chicago Theater Preview

A Life In Music: Thurman Barker

Aug 30

Aug 30 A Life In Music: Thurman Barker

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with percussionist Thurman Barker during a visit to his hometown of Chicago.

Origin Story: Pianist Ryan Cohan

Aug 29

Aug 29 Origin Story: Pianist Ryan Cohan

WDCB’s Leslie Keros profiles pianist and composer Ryan Cohan.

Mike Reed Illuminates 30 Years of Influential Chicago Jazz

Aug 28

Aug 28 Mike Reed Illuminates 30 Years of Influential Chicago Jazz

New Novel Tells Multi-Generational Story of Family and Beer

Aug 28

Aug 28 New Novel Tells Multi-Generational Story of Family and Beer

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to author J. Ryan Stradal about his new book, THE LAGER QUEEN OF MINNESOTA.

2019 Chicago Jazz Festival Preview

Aug 27

Aug 27 2019 Chicago Jazz Festival Preview

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to WDCB’s Paul Abella about the acts he’s excited to see at this year’s Chicago Jazz Fest.