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.

Musical Adaptation of EMMA Opens at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre

Feb 18

Feb 18 Musical Adaptation of EMMA Opens at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Chicago Shakespeare Theatre’s new production of EMMA.

Lyric Opera Unveils 2020-21 Season

Feb 18

Feb 18 Lyric Opera Unveils 2020-21 Season

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with Lyric Opera president and CEO Anthony Freud for a conversation about the company’s 2020-21 season.

Choreographer Stephanie Martinez Find Bliss In New Work

Feb 17

Feb 17 Choreographer Stephanie Martinez Find Bliss In New Work

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to choreographer Stephanie Martinez about her career and BLISS!

Shop Like a Chef In Chicago

Feb 15

Feb 15 Shop Like a Chef In Chicago

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with Chicago Magazine dining editor Amy Cavanaugh for a conversation about the Magazine’s February cover story, HOW TO SHOP LIKE A CHEF.

Elmhurst Art Museum Welcomes Could Be Architecture

Feb 14

Feb 14 Elmhurst Art Museum Welcomes Could Be Architecture

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with Zack Morrison and Joseph Altshuler, co-founders of the Chicago-based design practice, Could Be Architecture for a conversation about their work.

The Dueling Critics Review THE LEOPARD PLAY, OR SAD SONGS FOR LOST BOYS

Feb 12

Feb 12 The Dueling Critics Review THE LEOPARD PLAY, OR SAD SONGS FOR LOST BOYS

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Steep Theatre’s world premiere, THE LEOPARD PLAY, OR SAD SONGS ABOUT LOST BOYS.

A Conversation With Award-Winning Chef Rick Bayless

Feb 11

Feb 11 A Conversation With Award-Winning Chef Rick Bayless

Workplace Harassment Takes Center Stage In Kitty Green's New FIlm THE ASSISTANT

Feb 9

Feb 9 Workplace Harassment Takes Center Stage In Kitty Green's New FIlm THE ASSISTANT

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Kitty Green about her new film, THE ASSISTANT.

Oscars Preview 2020

Feb 8

Feb 8 Oscars Preview 2020

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with film critics Lisa Trifone and Nick Allen for a conversation about the 92nd Academy Awards.

Artworks Inspire Chicago Musician Ryan Burns

Feb 6

Feb 6 Artworks Inspire Chicago Musician Ryan Burns

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to singer-songwriter Ryan Burns about his album THE INSTITUTE and his upcoming performances as part of ChillFest.

Feb 6

Feb 6 Theatre Review: Goodman Theatre's ROE

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Goodman Theatre’s production of ROE and talk about Chicago Theatre Week.

Duke Ellington's Music Comes Alive On Stage In New Production

Feb 5

Feb 5 Duke Ellington's Music Comes Alive On Stage In New Production

Chicago Symphony Orchestra Music Director Riccardo Muti Looks Ahead to 2020-21 Season

Feb 2

Feb 2 Chicago Symphony Orchestra Music Director Riccardo Muti Looks Ahead to 2020-21 Season

Music critic Dennis Polkow sits down with CSO music director Riccardo Muti for a conversation about the orchestra’s 2020-21 season.

Makaya McCraven Ready For These Times

Jan 30

Jan 30 Makaya McCraven Ready For These Times

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with drummer and producer Makaya McCraven to talk about his music roots, Chicago’s music scene and his new project IN THESE TIMES.

Alex Gibney's New Documentary Illuminates Russian Realities

Jan 27

Jan 27 Alex Gibney's New Documentary Illuminates Russian Realities