Monthly Archives: August 2013
Field Museum Specialists Travel Back in Time to Give Chicagans a Bird’s-eye-view of the Historic 1893 World’s Fair
David Berner recently spoke with the team of Field Museum specialists that travelled back in time via the Field’s venerable vaults to uncover specimens that, in some cases, have not been exhibited since first displayed at the 1893 Columbian Exposition. … Continue reading
What did Dan Scurek take away from his interview with Joan Allen?
After his interview with actress Joan Allen, Dan Scurek told us that he found her gracious and humble, but that he learned so much about her sense of dedication in their conversation. Read about his interview with Ms. Allen in … Continue reading
Folk Singer Suzanne Vega Makes the Guide!
Singer/songwriter Suzanne Vega’s September 30th City Winery concert makes Fred Cummings’ picks for the “Best of the Best” in Chicago’s new concert schedule this season. See who else made the guide when it hits newsstands September 1, 2013. Clef Notes Chicagoland … Continue reading
It was Down to the Wire! Who’s made the cover?
It came to a last minute vote and, we can’t tell you who made the cover, but here are the candidates we narrowed it down to: Tony Karman of Expo Chicago, which will showcase Chicago’s arts and culture scene this … Continue reading
Dan Scurek’s Q&A with playwright Noah Haidle
With a busy schedule that kept him on the East Coast this summer, Noah Haidle wasn’t able to sit down with us for our Q&A, but he did answer some questions about his upcoming World Premiere at Goodman Theater, Smokefall. … Continue reading
Chicago’s Going to be on FULL DISPLAY this fall with Expo Chicago and Expo Art Week
Don Fujiwara is giving you the lowdown this fall on Art Fair Magnate Tony Karman’s Expo Chicago and Expo Art Week. The event is looking to be a real showcase for Chicago arts and culture, including partners like Broadway in … Continue reading
Interview with actress Joan Allen!
Dan Scurek had a great interview with acclaimed actress Joan Allen. She shared a great deal of insight into her personal and professional lives. She’s returning to the Steppenwolf stage after 22 years this season starring in “The Wheel.” Read … Continue reading
Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Co. Make the Guide to Chicago’s Best of the Best 2013-14
Bill T. Jones and Arnie Zane Dance Co. have made the list of Chicago’s Best of the Best dance performances in the coming season. You can see Clef Notes Chicagoland Journal for the Arts (www.clefnotesjournal.com) Guide, yourself, when it hits … Continue reading
Wendy Whelan Makes the Guide!
Emily Disher’s picks for the new season’s “Best of the Best” performances, and choreographer and dancer Wendy Whelan’s upcoming performance at Harris Theater makes the list! There’s more where that came from. Look for The Guide to “Best of the Best” … Continue reading
Violinist Anne Akiko Meyers Makes The Guide!
Virtuoso violinist Anne Akiko Meyers’ April 17 CSO concert makes Fred Cummings’ list of Best of Best classical music concerts in our Guide to the new Chicagoland arts season! But there’s a lot more where that came from. Look for … Continue reading
