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.

Where Will Arts Relief Aid Come From?

Jul 20

Jul 20 Where Will Arts Relief Aid Come From?

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with Arts Alliance Illinois executive director Claire Rice about the impacts COVID-19 is having on the local arts community and efforts to secure economic relief.

RSVP For RADIOACTIVE Virtual Screening

Jul 19

Jul 19 RSVP For RADIOACTIVE Virtual Screening

Interested in checking out a free virtual screening for the new movie, RADIOACTIVE?

Streaming Concert Celebrates Cuban Culture & Humanitarian Efforts

Jul 16

Jul 16 Streaming Concert Celebrates Cuban Culture & Humanitarian Efforts

Chicago Dining Update + New Chicago Cookbook

Jul 14

Jul 14 Chicago Dining Update + New Chicago Cookbook

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Chicago magazine dining editor Amy Cavanaugh about restaurants & bars navigating Restore Illinois’ phase-4 and the new Chicago Cookbook.

Hell In a Handbag Revisits Golden Girls In Lockdown!

Jul 9

Jul 9 Hell In a Handbag Revisits Golden Girls In Lockdown!

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Hell In a Handbag Productions’ new streaming offering THE GOLDEN GIRLS: The Lost Episodes, Vol. 4 – LOCKDOWN! Plus, a discussion about Non-Equity Jeff Awards.

Chicago Creatives Launch Future Galerie With Social Justice Mission

Jul 7

Jul 7 Chicago Creatives Launch Future Galerie With Social Justice Mission

Filmmaker Hirokazu Koreeda Explores Different Sides of THE TRUTH

Jul 3

Jul 3 Filmmaker Hirokazu Koreeda Explores Different Sides of THE TRUTH

WDCB’s Gary Zidek reviews the new French-language film, THE TRUTH.

New Initiative Aims to Open Doors In Classical Music

Jul 1

Jul 1 New Initiative Aims to Open Doors In Classical Music

Cinemas Navigate Reopening

Jun 30

Jun 30 Cinemas Navigate Reopening

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Classic Cinemas CEO Chris Johnson and Siskel Film Center Executive Director Jean St. Aubin about their approaches as Illinois enters phase-4 of the state’s gradual reopening plan.

The Dueling Critics Review Streaming Operetta and Discuss Chicago Theater Developments

Jun 26

Jun 26 The Dueling Critics Review Streaming Operetta and Discuss Chicago Theater Developments

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Chicago Folks Operetta’s streaming version of THE COUSIN FROM NOWHERE and discuss some of the latest developments in the Chicago theater scene.

Just One of Those Things: New Documentary Puts Spotlight On Ella Fitzgerald

Jun 24

Jun 24 Just One of Those Things: New Documentary Puts Spotlight On Ella Fitzgerald

Tom Green Revives Streaming Show

Jun 23

Jun 23 Tom Green Revives Streaming Show

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to comedian Tom Green about reviving internet talk show and upcoming Laughs & Drafts Comedy Event.

Hyde Park Art Center Adapting With Changes

Jun 22

Jun 22 Hyde Park Art Center Adapting With Changes

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Hyde Park Art Center executive director Kate Lorenz about moving summer classes online, new contribute what-you-can model, and Black Lives Matter Support.

Get Cooking With READER RECIPES

Jun 18

Jun 18 Get Cooking With READER RECIPES

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Chicago Reader senior writer and food critic Mike Sula about the publication’s new cookbook, READER RECIPES.

Orchestra Hall Is Empty, But CSO Musicians Are Still Finding Ways to Connect With Audiences

Jun 16

Jun 16 Orchestra Hall Is Empty, But CSO Musicians Are Still Finding Ways to Connect With Audiences

WDCB’s Gary Zidek takes a closer look at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s approach to creating digital content during the COVID-19 pandemic.