Steppenwolf Theatre hits 50: Its anniversary season will include ‘Amadeus’ and a new play by Tarell Alvin McCraney
Also announced for 2025-26, a return of Suzan-Lori Parks’ "Topdog/Underdog" and the Chicago premiere of the dark drama "Mr. Wolf."
Entertainment
Featured
Snoop Dogg will play the Illinois State Fair this summer
Tickets go on sale this Saturday; he joins a 2025 lineup in Springfield that also...
Column: Elvis Costello brings an early St. Patrick’s Day, and a lot else unexpected, to the Park West
If you were expecting your favorite hits from your favorite Elvis Costello albums, this was...
Arts
Chicago Architecture Center explores what rebuilding war-torn Ukraine might look like
After debuting in New York last summer, the exhibition “Constructing Hope: Ukraine” has opened in Chicago.
Books
Joseph Wambaugh, who brought street cops to life in his books and movies, dies at 88
He wrote such memorable books as "The New Centurions" and “The Onion Field.” He died on Feb. 28 in Rancho Mirage, California.
Movies
‘Opus’ review: John Malkovich and Ayo Edebiri match wits in an album release party gone wild
Though not quite wild enough. Malkovich plays a reclusive music superstar, but the cult-of-celebrity satire of "Opus" never quite sorts out its thriller elements.
TV and Streaming
Rosie O’Donnell moves to Ireland after Trump’s reelection
Comedian, actor and Donald Trump nemesis Rosie O’Donnell has become the latest stand-up celebrity to flee the U.S. in the wake of the president’s reelection.
Theater
Review: ‘Dummy in Diaspora’ is an immigrant story told with a young and authentic voice
Now in Chicago by Jackalope Theatre, writer and performer Esho Rasho's solo play was currently part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Guide: Chicago restaurants and bars with St. Patrick’s Day specials
Bars and restaurants are getting into the spirit by serving traditional food and hosting bashes with riverfront views and bottomless drinks.
Music and Concerts
Out of Space and ARC music fests announce their 2025 lineups
This summer's editions of the Out of Space music festival in Skokie and ARC in Union Park announced their lineups for 2025 on Tuesday. Both are in their fifth years.
Travel
Caves, waterfalls and Loretta Lynn’s Ranch: Three day trips from Nashville
There's more to Tennessee than Music City, where visitors come in droves. Here are ways to explore the lush surrounding countryside.
Home and Garden
Stunning new orchids need to be repotted
I was inspired to try growing orchids after attending the Garden’s Orchid Show last week and would like some advice regarding the three plants I just purchased. — Emily Heideman, Chicago Orchids are amazing and there is a huge variety...
Recipes
The Kitchn: The ridiculously simple 15-minute dinner I make at least once a week
As much as I love a double-digit-step recipe with more ingredients than I can count on my two hands (looking at you, Beef Wellington), that’s not realistic for every night (let alone weekly!). Sometimes you just need a simple recipe...
Fashion
South Elgin HS student designs Windy City Bulls uniform for team’s Hispanic Heritage Night
Bryanna Sánchez, a South Elgin High School senior, designed the basketball uniform that will be worn by the Windy City Bulls on March 21, Hispanic Heritage Night.
Entertainment
Michelle Obama and her brother to launch a podcast
“IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson” will address “everyday questions shaping our lives, relationships and the world around us,” according to a press release. IMO is slang for “in my opinion.”