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.

Good Intentions: New Doc Examines the Complexities of Foreign Aid

Sep 20

Sep 20 Good Intentions: New Doc Examines the Complexities of Foreign Aid

WDCB’s Gary Zidek checks in with Chicago-based filmmaker Jack C. Newell to talk about his long journey to making his latest documentary, HOW (NOT) TO BUILD A SCHOOL IN HAITI.

From Harvey to Hollywood, Comedian Tom Dreesen Has Lived a Life

Sep 6

Sep 6 From Harvey to Hollywood, Comedian Tom Dreesen Has Lived a Life

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with celebrated comedian, and Harvey native, Tom Dreesen.

New Jazz Album Explores History of the Americas

Sep 2

Sep 2 New Jazz Album Explores History of the Americas

Book Lover Rejoice, the Printers Row Lit Fest is Approaching

Aug 24

Aug 24 Book Lover Rejoice, the Printers Row Lit Fest is Approaching

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches with with Amy Danzer, the new programming director of the Printers Row Lit Fest to talk about the 37th edition of the event.

A Chicago Public School Community Shines Bright In New Doc

Aug 21

Aug 21 A Chicago Public School Community Shines Bright In New Doc

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with filmmaker Kevin Shaw to talk about his new documentary, LET THE LITTLE LIGHT SHINE.

Exhibit Illuminates Different Ideas Regarding Democracy

Aug 19

Aug 19 Exhibit Illuminates Different Ideas Regarding Democracy

WDCB’s Gary Zidek sits down with Weinberg-Newton Gallery director Kasia Houlihan to talk about the organization’s new exhibit, ALL THAT GLOWS IN THE DARK OF DEMOCRACY.

Balancing Act: Artist Ray Borchers

Aug 10

Aug 10 Balancing Act: Artist Ray Borchers

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with artist Ray Borchers to talk about her new exhibit, COASTING ON NONE.

True Story Inspires New Comedy I LOVE MY DAD

Aug 9

Aug 9 True Story Inspires New Comedy I LOVE MY DAD

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with James Morosini, the writer, director and co-star of the new comedy, I LOVE MY DAD.

MCA Introduces Chicago Performs

Aug 3

Aug 3 MCA Introduces Chicago Performs

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with Museum of Contemporary Art curator of performance Tara Aisha Willis to talk about the institution’s new performance showcase, CHICAGO PERFORMS.

Chicago Underground Film Festival Prefers the Unusual

Jul 27

Jul 27 Chicago Underground Film Festival Prefers the Unusual

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with Chicago Underground Film Festival artistic director Bryan Wendorf to talk about programming and the evolution of fest over the past 29 years.

Film Review: MY DONKEY, MY LOVER AND I

Jul 24

Jul 24 Film Review: MY DONKEY, MY LOVER AND I

WDCB’s Gary Zidek reviews the new French language film, MY DONKEY, MY LOVER AND I.

Highlighting Nature's Blueprints

Jul 22

Jul 22 Highlighting Nature's Blueprints

WDCB’s Gary Zidek visits the Elmhurst Art Museum’s latest exhibit, NATURE’S BLUEPRINT: BIOMIMCRY IN ART & DESIGN.

Theater Project Exploring Bi-Cultural Identity Receives Joyce Award

Jul 19

Jul 19 Theater Project Exploring Bi-Cultural Identity Receives Joyce Award

Italian Beefs, a Guy Named Cicero & a Murray Brother Story, THE BEAR Gets Chicago

Jul 14

Jul 14 Italian Beefs, a Guy Named Cicero & a Murray Brother Story, THE BEAR Gets Chicago

Hooking Up At Cleve Carney Museum of Art

Jul 13

Jul 13 Hooking Up At Cleve Carney Museum of Art

WDCB’s Gary ZIdek visits the Cleve Carney Museum of Art’s new exhibition, HOOKING UP: MEET THE COLLECTION.