Hedy Weiss: Theater Reviews

Hedy Weiss Theater Reviews

Hedy Weiss joins us with her review of the national tour of "Mary Poppins," which just opened in Chicago.

• "Mary Poppins"
• "Curtains"
• "Blue Surge"

Arts & Entertainment

Chicago's 2016 Olympic Bid

Rich Samuels has a preview of the International Olympic Committee's tour of Chicago and the protestors they may face.

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We explain why some viewers had difficulty watching Chicago Tonight last night when we read some of our viewer mail.

Arts & Entertainment

Alvin Ailey

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is known for its smooth blend of ballet, jazz, and modern dance. This week, the company stops in Chicago to celebrate its 50th anniversary. We meet an Alvin Ailey dancer, as well as the executive director of the Auditorium Theatre, where the company will be performing.

• Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater 50th Anniversary Celebration

Arts & Entertainment

Chic Chicago

We take a tour of the new exhibition at the Chicago History Museum that explores our city's high fashion credentials.

• Chic Chicago

Politics

Argonne Labs

The Obama administration is placing an emphasis on technology and the nation's oldest laboratory is reaping the rewards. The new head of Argonne National Laboratory will be here to tell us more about his goals for the lab's future.

Chicago Matters: Beyond Burnham

Chicago Matters: Beyond Burnham

Is the time ripe for high-speed passenger rail service between Chicago and St. Louis? Rich Samuels takes us for a ride as our "Chicago Matters" series continues.

Business

News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett

The Chicago Sun-Times followed the Chicago Tribune and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy today. The daily paper and the online website will continue to operate. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel have the details.

Politics

Privatizing City Assets

The city has encountered some major speed bumps in two of its privatization efforts. Today, the city admitted it has made some mistakes in the way it handled the parking meter privatization. Eddie Arruza has the details.

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And is Governor Pat Quinn adequately addressing the state's budget crisis? We'll have your thoughts when we read some of your viewer mail.