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.

Remembering Chicago Jazz Impresario Joe Segal

Aug 18

Aug 18 Remembering Chicago Jazz Impresario Joe Segal

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to jazz musician and radio host Barry Winograd about the late Joe Segal. Plus, an edited version of one of Segal’s last radio interviews.

JAZZ ON A SUMMER'S DAY ... At Home

Aug 17

Aug 17 JAZZ ON A SUMMER'S DAY ... At Home

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with station music director Paul Abella to talk about the newly restored version of the classic 1959 concert film, JAZZ ON A SUMMER’S DAY.

Shadowplay: A Review of Manual Cinema's FRANKENSTEIN

Aug 16

Aug 16 Shadowplay: A Review of Manual Cinema's FRANKENSTEIN

WDCB’s Gary Zidek discusses Manual Cinema’s streaming version of FRANKENSTEIN with the Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel.

Art Museum Finds New Ways to Engage

Aug 11

Aug 11 Art Museum Finds New Ways to Engage

WDCB’s Gary Zidek visits the Elmhurst Art Museum to learn more about its efforts to balance safety, programming and community.

Double the Fun, the Dueling Critics Review Two Virtual Plays

Aug 10

Aug 10 Double the Fun, the Dueling Critics Review Two Virtual Plays

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, duel over Trap Door Theatre and Otherworld Theatre’s latest streaming projects.

Behind the Projector: Manual Cinema Celebrates 10 Years

Aug 5

Aug 5 Behind the Projector: Manual Cinema Celebrates 10 Years

WDCB’s Gary Zidek shines a light on the Chicago-based performance collective Manual Cinema as the ensemble commemorates its 10 year anniversary.

Music Brings Cultures and Generations Together In THE CUBAN

Aug 3

Aug 3 Music Brings Cultures and Generations Together In THE CUBAN

WDCB’s Gary Zidek takes a closer look at the new film, THE CUBAN. He caught up with one of the movie’s stars, Academy Award-winner Louis Gossett Jr. and director Sergio Navarretta.

Local Scottish Tradition Continues This Summer (Virtually)

Jul 30

Jul 30 Local Scottish Tradition Continues This Summer (Virtually)

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Chicago Scots president Gus Noble about the 34th annual Scottish Festival and Highland Games, which will be taking place virtually this year.

New Book Explores Our Fascination With the Unexplained

Jul 28

Jul 28 New Book Explores Our Fascination With the Unexplained

If You Build It ...

Jul 27

Jul 27 If You Build It ...

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Chicago resident Sergio Castro about his decision to build a stage in his front yard.

New York City's Public Theater Premieres Streaming Work Inspired By Current Events

Jul 21

Jul 21 New York City's Public Theater Premieres Streaming Work Inspired By Current Events

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.