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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.

Documentary Explores Life & Writings of American Writer Flannery O'Connor

Mar 23

Mar 23 Documentary Explores Life & Writings of American Writer Flannery O'Connor

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Elizabeth Coffman and Mark Bosco, the co-directors of the new documentary FLANNERY.

New Show Tests Contestants Knowledge of Chicago-centric Trivia

Mar 22

Mar 22 New Show Tests Contestants Knowledge of Chicago-centric Trivia

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with WTTW’s Geoffrey Baer to learn more about THE GREAT CHICAGO QUIZ SHOW.

Perfect Timing For Release of Steppenwolf's DUCHESS! DUCHESS! DUCHESS!

Mar 16

Mar 16 Perfect Timing For Release of Steppenwolf's DUCHESS! DUCHESS! DUCHESS!

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, join WDCB’s Gary Zidek to review Steppenwolf Theatre’s latest virtual release, DUCHESS! DUCHESS! DUCHESS!

Irish Dance Traditions Continue Even In Challenging Times

Mar 16

Mar 16 Irish Dance Traditions Continue Even In Challenging Times

WDCB’s Gary Zidek visits Trinity Academy of Irish Dance to learn more about the organization’s efforts the past 12 months.

Tumultuous 2020 Inspires Wynton Marsalis to Create THE DEMOCRACY SUITE

Mar 15

Mar 15 Tumultuous 2020 Inspires Wynton Marsalis to Create THE DEMOCRACY SUITE

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with trumpeter, composer and jazz ambassador Wynton Marsalis.

North Shore Conservatory Finds Ways to Keep Music Going

Mar 12

Mar 12 North Shore Conservatory Finds Ways to Keep Music Going

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to Midwest Young Artists Conservatory founder & president Allan Dennis.

New Survey Provides Insights Into How Chicago-area Arts Organizations Feel About Virtual Programming

Mar 10

Mar 10 New Survey Provides Insights Into How Chicago-area Arts Organizations Feel About Virtual Programming

Film Review: COMING 2 AMERICA

Mar 5

Mar 5 Film Review: COMING 2 AMERICA

Van Gogh Works Come Alive In New Immersive Experience

Mar 2

Mar 2 Van Gogh Works Come Alive In New Immersive Experience

WDCB’s Gary Zidek visits the recently opened IMMERSIVE VAN GOGH experience in Chicago.

Chicago Puppet Artist Creates Lunar New Year Inspired Show

Feb 25

Feb 25 Chicago Puppet Artist Creates Lunar New Year Inspired Show

Chicago Puppet Artist Creates Lunar New Year Inspired Show

Siskel Film Center Introduces New Programming Director

Feb 22

Feb 22 Siskel Film Center Introduces New Programming Director

New Book Looks Back At the Incredible Life of Mike Nichols

Feb 17

Feb 17 New Book Looks Back At the Incredible Life of Mike Nichols

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to author Mark Harris about his new biography on Hollywood and Broadway legend Mike Nichols.

Congo Square Goes For Laughs In New Online Series

Feb 15

Feb 15 Congo Square Goes For Laughs In New Online Series

It's Paczki Time!

Feb 15

Feb 15 It's Paczki Time!

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with Delightful Pastries owner chef Dobra Bielinski to talk all things Paczki.

Who Could Ask For Anything More: Critic Howard Reich Ends One Chapter, Ready For What's Next

Jan 18

Jan 18 Who Could Ask For Anything More: Critic Howard Reich Ends One Chapter, Ready For What's Next

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with renowned arts, jazz & classical music critic Howard Reich as he steps away from his role at the Chicago Tribune.