The Arts Section

WDCB's Gary Zidek
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The Arts Section spotlights creative people, events and ideas. Every week, WDCB's Gary Zidek shines a light on arts and culture in the Chicago area. The mission is to focus on stories within the arts community that aren't being told, with additional commentary and discussions on literature, music, film, food, special events and anything else creative.

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    The Arts Section 06/21/26: Tom Dreesen Obit + Opera Festival of Chicago

    Tom Dreesen Obit + Opera Festival of Chicago Gary Zidek Happy Father’s Day! On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek revisits his interview with celebrated comedian Tom Dreesen. The Harvey native, who enjoyed a decades-long career in show business, passed away this week. Theater critic Jonathan Abarbanel joins Gary to review a world premiere at Lookingglass Theater. Later in the show, Gary highlights the mission the Opera Festival Of Chicago. And we’ll take a look at a conversational exhibit at the Museum of Contemporary Art.

  2. 14 juni

    The Arts Section 06/14/26: Soccer Photo Exhibit + The Alley Turns 50

    Soccer Photo Exhibit + The Alley Turns 50 Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek visits a new photo exhibit that illuminates the beautiful game. As the World Cup takes center stage, a suburban museum is presenting a new exhibition titled The Saturday Man. Theater critic Jonathan Abarbanel joins Gary to review a stage adaptation of BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN. Later in the show, Gary catches up with the owner of THE ALLEY as the alternative clothing store celebrates fifty years. And we’ll get an up-close look at a public video installation created using old home movies.

  3. 7 juni

    The Arts Section 06/07/26: Carolina Caroline Film, Jazzmaster Marilyn Crispell Interview + Old Town Art Fair

    Carolina Caroline Film, Jazzmaster Marilyn Crispell + 76th Old Town Art Fair Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek sits down with filmmaker Adam Carter Rehmeier to chat about his new movie CAROLINA CAROLINE. Theater critics Jonathan Abarbanel and Emily Werner join Gary to review a new production of ANTIGONE. Later in the show, Gary catches up with NEA Jazz Master Marilyn Crispell to talk about her love of improvisation and an upcoming program at the Art Institute. Gary previews the 76th Old Town Art Fair. And we’ll hear about a storefront theater’s new mobile device policy.

  4. 31 maj

    The Arts Section 05/31/26: Artist/Magician Jeanette Andrews + New Cookbook Dives Into Regional Faves

    Artist/Magician Jeanette Andrews + New Cookbook Dives Into Regional Favorites Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with magician/artist Jeanette Andrews to talk about her new solo exhibit at the Elmhurst Art Museum. Theater critics Jonathan Abarbanel and Emily Werner join Gary to review A Red Orchid Theatre’s latest. And Gary talks to Chicago-based food writer & critic Amy Cavanaugh about what makes Midwest cuisine unique and her contributions to a new cookbook.

  5. 24 maj

    The Arts Section 05/24/26: Local Author Adapts Famous Comic Into Novel + Summer Movie Preview

    Local Author Adapts Famous Comic + Summer Movie Preview Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with renowned comic book artist Alex Ross and WDCB radio host Steve Darnall to talk about their new project, an adaptation of the acclaimed comic series MARVELS. The ground-breaking comic series has been turned into a novel. Theater critics Jonathan Abarbanel and Emily Werner join Gary to review Timeline Theater’s new production and talk about the company’s brand new venue. And later in the show, Gary sits down with Classic Cinemas CEO Chris Johnson to preview the summer movie season.

  6. 17 maj

    The Arts Section 05/17/26: Route 66 Turns 100, Summer Theater Preview + Suburban Youth Theater Thrives

    Route 66 Turns 100, Summer Theater Preview + Youth Theater Thrives Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek takes a ride on the Chicago portions of Route 66. The historic roadway turns 100 this year. Theater critic Jonathan Abarbanel joins Gary to preview the best Chicago theater offerings this summer. Later in the show, Gary visits a west suburban youth theater (with a unique backstory) that’s celebrating its 25th anniversary. And we’ll check out one of the country’s only polished rock museums.

  7. 10 maj

    The Arts Section 05/10/26: Secret History of French Cooking + Minecraft Experience

    Secret History of French Cooking + Minecraft Experience Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with the author of a interesting new book that looks back the origins of nouvelle cuisine in France and its lasting impact on dining culture all over the world. Theater critics Jonathan Abarbanel and Kathy Hey join Gary to review the world premiere musical, LOKI: THE END OF THE WORLD TOUR. Later in the show, Gary talks to acclaimed cinematographer Roger Deakins about his interest in photography. And we’ll take you inside a new Minecraft experience that just opened in the suburbs.

  8. 3 maj

    The Arts Section 05/03/26: The Life of an Artist Explored in Chicago-Set Indie + Burt Bacharach Revue

    The Life of an Artist Explored In New Indie + Burt Bacharach Musical Revue Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with the filmmakers behind a Chicago-made indie film set to make its local premiere. Michael Glover Smith and Elizabeth Stam stop by to talk about their new movie, HEKLA. Theater critics Jonathan Abarbanel and Kathy Hey Gary to review a world premiere at Chicago Shakespeare that’s being directed by Jason Alexander. Later in the show, Gary talks to one of the singers in a new Burt Bacharach revue that’s come to Chicago after a run in New York.

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The Arts Section spotlights creative people, events and ideas. Every week, WDCB's Gary Zidek shines a light on arts and culture in the Chicago area. The mission is to focus on stories within the arts community that aren't being told, with additional commentary and discussions on literature, music, film, food, special events and anything else creative.

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  • Skapad av
    WDCB's Gary Zidek
  • Aktiva år
    2017 - 2026
  • Avsnitt
    100
  • Åldersgräns
    Barnvänligt
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    The Arts Section