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.

Film Review: ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI

Jan 15

Jan 15 Film Review: ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI

WDCB’s Gary Zidek reviews the new film, ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI.

New Novel THE PUSH Explores Parenting Expectations

Jan 14

Jan 14 New Novel THE PUSH Explores Parenting Expectations

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to author Ashley Audrain about her best-selling debut novel, THE PUSH.

What Will Chicago-area Theatre Look Like In 2021?

Jan 12

Jan 12 What Will Chicago-area Theatre Look Like In 2021?

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, discuss what local theatre could look like in 2021.

Questions Regarding Arts Funding In 2021

Jan 11

Jan 11 Questions Regarding Arts Funding In 2021

It's Pappy Time! New Book Tells the Story of World's Most Sought After Bourbon

Jan 5

Jan 5 It's Pappy Time! New Book Tells the Story of World's Most Sought After Bourbon

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to author Wright Thompson about his new book PAPPYLAND: A STORY OF FAMILY, FINE BOURBON AND THE THINGS THAT LAST.

Best Jazz Albums of 2020

Jan 1

Jan 1 Best Jazz Albums of 2020

WDCB’s Gary Zidek asks DCB Jazz hosts Paul Abella & Leslie Keros about their favorite jazz releases of 2020.

The Dueling Critics Look Back at the Year in Chicago-area Theatre

Dec 29

Dec 29 The Dueling Critics Look Back at the Year in Chicago-area Theatre

Wisconsin-Based Organization Celebrates Luxembourg Culture

Dec 28

Dec 28 Wisconsin-Based Organization Celebrates Luxembourg Culture

A Conversation with DCASE Commissioner Mark Kelly: Looking Back at the Year of COVID

Dec 28

Dec 28 A Conversation with DCASE Commissioner Mark Kelly: Looking Back at the Year of COVID

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events Commissioner Mark Kelly to talk about 2020 and look ahead to 2021.

Film Review: SOUL

Dec 26

Dec 26 Film Review: SOUL

WDCB’s Gary Zidek reviews the new animated film, SOUL.

Classic Hollywood Love Stories, Nancy Wilson Albums & Old Family Photos Inspire SYLVIE'S LOVE

Dec 22

Dec 22 Classic Hollywood Love Stories, Nancy Wilson Albums & Old Family Photos Inspire SYLVIE'S LOVE

Chicago Independent Bookstore Hoping For Brighter 2021

Dec 21

Dec 21 Chicago Independent Bookstore Hoping For Brighter 2021

WDCB’s Gary Zidek checks in with Volumes Bookcafe co-owner Rebecca George to talk about the past 9 months, her hopes for next year and what releases have been selling well this holiday season.

Tour Company Goes Virtual In Time of COVID

Dec 15

Dec 15 Tour Company Goes Virtual In Time of COVID

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with Chicago Detours founder and creative director Amanda Scotese to talk about her company’s pivot to the virtual realm and its new holiday tour.

No Nutcracker, But Joffrey Ballet Staying Active

Dec 14

Dec 14 No Nutcracker, But Joffrey Ballet Staying Active

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with Joffrey Ballet artistic director Ashley Wheater to talk about adapting during the pandemic.

RSVP For SYLVIE'S LOVE Virtual Screening

Dec 13

Dec 13 RSVP For SYLVIE'S LOVE Virtual Screening