Hosted by WDCB's Gary Zidek · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 100 episodes
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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.
WDCB's Gary Zidek hosts The Arts Section, a arts show with 100 episodes published.
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
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 mu
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 CAROL
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 ex
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
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 yea
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
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 l
Intuit Museum Thriving, Youth Jazz Ensemble DuPage + International Jazz Day Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek visits the Intuit Museum of Art a year after it reopened. The Chicago museum tha
Dancing The Revolution Exhibit + Geoffrey Baer Looks Back at American Pop Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek visits the Museum of Contemporary Art’s new exhibit, DANCING THE REVOLUTION. The D
Producer Gives Recordings New Life + New Book Looks Back At Nintendo's History Gary Zidek On this editon of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek talks to a record producer who’s found a niche searching for archived and some
Tony Fitzpatrick-Inspired Exhibit + Theater of the Mind Opens Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek visits a Chicago gallery that’s set to open an exhibit that pays tribute to artist Tony Fitzpa
Paul Wertico & David Becker + Isabella Isherwood's Debut Album Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with renowned jazz musicians Paul Wertico and David Becker to talk about their new
Anti-Book Banning Graphic Novel + Wheaton Drama Turns 95 Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with Evanston-based author Jarrett Dapier to talk about his new graphic novel, which was
White Rooster Opens + Oscars Preview Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek checks in with Chicago-based theater artist Matthew C. Yee to talk about his new play, WHITE ROOSTER, that’s premiering
Amy Landecker Interview + Environment-Inspired Dance Piece Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with acclaimed actor Amy Landecker to talk about her new film, FOR WORSE, which she wr
Natchez Documentary + Bob Dylan As Filmmaker Book Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with the director behind a thought-provoking new documentary that puts a spotlight on a souther
Celebration Video Art + Democracy Documentary Series Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek talks to the filmmaker behind a new public video art project that utilizes old home movies to create so
Joffrey Ballet Celebrates American Icons + Small Arts Funding Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with the Joffrey Ballet’s artistic director to talk about the company’s legacy as i
Irish-Themed Musical + Vocalist Alyssa Allgood Gary Zidek On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with celebrated theater artist David Girolmo to learn more a new Irish musical he’s directing. Gar
Dr. Chris Johnson
licensed psychologist, executive coach, author of Leadership Pause · American Energy Leadership Institute
1 appearance on this show
Alex Ross
former professional golfer, student-athlete · John Ross & Sons Ltd.
1 appearance on this show
Roger Deakins
the master of light
2 appearances on this show
Jason Alexander
Chief of Staff to the Austin City Manager · Alotech, Inc.
1 appearance on this show
Michael Glover Smith
author
2 appearances on this show
David Byrne
Hotel Kilkenny General Manager · Hotel Kilkenny
1 appearance on this show
David Becker
Chief Operating Officer · First Internet Bank
1 appearance on this show
Amy Landecker
actor, writer and director
1 appearance on this show
Herbie Hancock
Miles Davis’ Second Great Quintet
1 appearance on this show
Don Was
music legend · Blues Note Records
2 appearances on this show
Nick Allen
Head of AV/Mobility Solutions · Ridgefield High School
1 appearance on this show
Gary Sinise
Gary Sinise Foundation
1 appearance on this show
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