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.

Screen Time: HMS Media Connects Performing Arts Organizations With Audiences

May 18

May 18 Screen Time: HMS Media Connects Performing Arts Organizations With Audiences

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with the co-founders of HMS Media, Scott Silberstein and Matt Hoffman, for a conversation about the company’s origins, the art of capturing live performances, and what the future of presenting performing ars might look like.

New Exhibit Features Never-Before-Seen Vivian Maier Photos

May 13

May 13 New Exhibit Features Never-Before-Seen Vivian Maier Photos

WDCB’s Gary Zidek previews the Chicago History Museum’s latest exhibition, VIVIAN MAIER: IN COLOR.

Theatre Beat: GOODS Review, Steppenwolf Change & More

May 12

May 12 Theatre Beat: GOODS Review, Steppenwolf Change & More

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid & Jonathan Abarbanel, review Artemisia Theater’s GOODS and discuss some recent local theater happenings.

Chicago Prepares to Open Culture

May 11

May 11 Chicago Prepares to Open Culture

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events commissioner Mark Kelly to talk about the city’s OPEN CULTURE initiative.

Power Serve: Writers Theatre Presents THE LAST MATCH

May 6

May 6 Power Serve: Writers Theatre Presents THE LAST MATCH

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Writers Theatre’s new virtual production of THE LAST MATCH.

Chicago Jazz Musicians Look Back at Year of COVID, and Ahead to What's Next

May 5

May 5 Chicago Jazz Musicians Look Back at Year of COVID, and Ahead to What's Next

WDCB’s Gary Zidek checks in with a group of Chicago jazz musicians a year after he spoke with them to see how they were coping in the immediate aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Twelve months later a lot has changed, but some uncertainty remains.

Audiences Returning to See Opera ... In a Parking Garage

Apr 29

Apr 29 Audiences Returning to See Opera ... In a Parking Garage

WDCB’s Gary Zidek checks in with Lyric Opera president & CEO Anthony Freud to talk about the past 12 months and the company’s new production, TWILIGHT: GODS.

Dialogue Series to Take Closer Look at Creating Anti-Racist Arts Ecosystems

Apr 27

Apr 27 Dialogue Series to Take Closer Look at Creating Anti-Racist Arts Ecosystems

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to ThreeWalls executive director Jeffreen Hayes about her participation in the School of the Art Institute’s new series, Toward an Anti-Racist Art Ecosystem.

After Year of Uncertainty, Classic Cinemas Ready to Show Movies Again

Apr 14

Apr 14 After Year of Uncertainty, Classic Cinemas Ready to Show Movies Again

WDCB’s Gary Zidek checks in with Classic Cinemas CEO Chris Johnson to talk about reopening.

New Documentary Illuminates Life and Career of Rita Moreno

Apr 12

Apr 12 New Documentary Illuminates Life and Career of Rita Moreno

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with filmmaker Mariem Perez Riera to talk about her new documentary, RITA MORENO: JUST A GIRL WHO DECIDED TO GO FOR IT.

New Book Shines Light On Gender Inequalities In Sports World

Apr 7

Apr 7 New Book Shines Light On Gender Inequalities In Sports World

WDCB’s Gary Zidek checks in with sports journalist Julie DiCaro to talk about the experiences that led her to write her new book, SIDELINED: SPORTS, CULTURE AND BEING A WOMAN IN AMERICA.

Abracadabra! The Show Goes On (Virtually)

Apr 6

Apr 6 Abracadabra! The Show Goes On (Virtually)

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with third generation magician & mind-reader Dennis Watkins.

Theatre Review: Strawdog Theatre Asks HOW DO WE NAVIGATE SPACE?

Apr 5

Apr 5 Theatre Review: Strawdog Theatre Asks HOW DO WE NAVIGATE SPACE?

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, join WDCB’s Gary Zidek to discuss Strawdog Theatre’s latest virtual production, HOW DO WE NAVIGATE SPACE?

New Installation Encourages Visitors to Take a Look at Themselves

Mar 30

Mar 30 New Installation Encourages Visitors to Take a Look at Themselves

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to artist Adrian Stein about his new installation, Quantum Mirror.

Chicago Theatre Company Sees the Light By Going Dark

Mar 29

Mar 29 Chicago Theatre Company Sees the Light By Going Dark

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with Theatre in the Dark co-founder Corey Bradberry to talk about the company’s origins and evolution over the past 12 months.