A beetle collected by Charles Darwin was recently discovered at the Field, which is in the process of cataloging its 12 million insect specimens – the museum's largest collection. Go behind the scenes as we check out this tiny wonder.
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Field Museum Rediscovers Beetle First Collected by Charles Darwin
Go behind the scenes with 'Chicago Tonight'
Oct 20, 2015 | Chloe Riley
New Art Examiner Struggles with Relaunch After Internal Rift
World-renowned Zhou Brothers show support, then pull funding for longtime Chicago arts criticism mag
Oct 19, 2015 | Chloe Riley
A longtime Chicago arts criticism magazine is trying to get back on its feet after folding in 2002, but two separate groups are now attempting to publish it–and the world-renowned Zhou Brothers, after an initial show of support, decided to pull their funding. Learn about the rise and fall of the Examiner–and how it echoes the history of Chicago arts funding.
Molly Brennan and Malic White Become the New Tom Waits, Iggy Pop
The professional-personal couple discuss gendered casting, depression and why being an actor is hard, with or without Chris Jones
Oct 16, 2015 | Chloe Riley
The creative duo talks about “Pop Waits,” the clown rock opera they’re developing that was sparked by a conversation between Iggy Pop and Tom Waits in the 2003 film “Coffee and Cigarettes.”
Weekend Agenda: Oct. 16-18
Chili fest, artist documentary, aerial dancing. Oh yeah.
Oct 15, 2015 | Chloe Riley
It's the annual return of Open House Chicago, the season finale of Vintage Garage and the U.S. premiere for the Joffrey Ballet. Here is your weekend lineup.
Weekend Agenda: Oct. 9-11
Rob Zombie, pseudo-marching bands, and running 'till you drop
Oct 8, 2015 | Chloe Riley
Looking for a good time Chicago? Scope out our lineup of events for the whole weekend.
Meet the Chicago Production Company Changing the Face of Comedy
Cap Gun Collective has been behind both NBC’s “Bobby & Iza” and TV Land’s “Teachers”
Oct 8, 2015 | Chloe Riley
The past year has seen national attention for the Chicago-based production group. The group, which has offices in Chicago and LA, was behind the pilot for “Bobby & Iza,” which won NBC's Playground Contest last month, and additionally produced the web series that led to TV Land’s “Teachers,” now helmed by “Community’s” Alison Brie and set to premiere in January.
Hypocrites' 12-Hour Play 'All Our Tragic' Nets Six Jeff Awards
Director/adaptor Sean Graney also announces plans for his mystery spring show with the company
Oct 6, 2015 | Chloe Riley
Despite being one of the lowest-budget shows, the Chicago theater company took home six awards for its 12-hour production.
Alton Brown Coming to Chicago for One-Night Only Show
Oct 5, 2015 | Chloe Riley
The Food Network host will perform a culinary variety show at the Cadillac Theater May 7.
Choreographer William Forsythe: Why He’s not the 'Heir of Balanchine'
Hubbard Street Dance stages a tribute to the international choreographer
Oct 2, 2015 | Chloe Riley
The internationally recognized choreographer discusses his history with the Joffrey Ballet, the de-gendering of ballet, and who – if not him – acts as the true successor to the father of American Ballet.
Bela Lugosi Film Among Those Restored at UCLA Festival of Preservation
The festival kicks off Sunday at the Gene Siskel Film Center
Oct 1, 2015 | Chloe Riley
Catch a restored version of Lugosi's "White Zombie," a 35 mm film considered to be the original Hollywood zombie flick.
Goodman’s First All-Female Writing Group a ‘Happy Accident,’ Says Theater
Sep 30, 2015 | Chloe Riley
In light of a nationwide gender disparity among playwrights, all four of Goodman’s new resident playwrights just happen to be women. Meet them all right now.
Weekend Agenda: Oct. 2-4
Mozart, museums and maniac cats
Sep 30, 2015 | Chloe Riley
From incredible feline feats to free museum admission, to a pooch parade to hot apple cider, we've got your weekend covered.
Frank Galati on 'East of Eden': 'I Didn’t Know How to Do It, But It Persisted'
Sep 25, 2015 | Chloe Riley
The longtime Steppenwolf ensemble member talks about his struggles with adaptation and the company's future under Anna Shapiro.
Chicago-Based ‘Bobby & Iza’ Pilot Wins NBC Web Series
Sep 24, 2015 | Chloe Riley
The pilot, which follows the trials of a Chicago actor, will now move forward as an NBC Web series.
Free Saturday Night Screening of 'Hocus Pocus' at a Cemetery
Sep 24, 2015 | Chloe Riley
A free screening of the 1993 film starring Bette Midler and Sarah Jessica Parker starts at 7:30 p.m.
Weekend Agenda: Sept. 25-27
Raise a glass to Oktoberfest and other fall festivals
Sep 24, 2015 | Chloe Riley
The return of Redmoon's Great Chicago Fire Festival, an annual Oktoberfest celebration, jazz fest and other weekend events.
Anne Elizabeth Moore on New Book and the Shoddy State of Chicago Publishing
Sep 23, 2015 | Chloe Riley
The former Punk Planet co-editor speaks about the ties between sex trafficking and the fashion industry and laments the state of Chicago's independent publishing scene.
Kristen Wiig Coming to Music Box for her New Film 'Nasty Baby'
Sep 23, 2015 | Chloe Riley
The comedian is scheduled to participate in two Q&As following screenings of her new film at the Lakeview movie theater.
Great Chicago Fire Festival Returns After Disastrous Display Last Year
Redmoon Theater rolls out a scaled-back version of the fest Saturday
Sep 21, 2015 | Chloe Riley
The festival, from Pilsen-based Redmoon Theater, will take place at Northerly Island on Saturday. Find out what other changes are in store this year.
Steve Martin and Martin Short: One Night Only at Rosemont Theatre
Sep 21, 2015 | Chloe Riley
Tickets to see the two comedians go on sale Friday. Find out what the duo has in store.
Lack of Diversity Among Chicago Stage Directors, Says Victory Gardens Theater
Theater’s new program targets directors of various races, genders, and abilities
Sep 18, 2015 | Chloe Riley
Victory Gardens announces the launch of a new program aimed at diversifying Chicago's stage directors.
Free Pop-up Fashion Show Downtown Friday
Sep 17, 2015 | Chloe Riley
The show, curated by Chicago visual artist Cheryl Pope, includes live music, performance and fashion.
Weekend Agenda: Sept. 18-20
Sep 17, 2015 | Chloe Riley
Catch a show at the newly reopened Second City, watch "Game of Thrones" burlesque and weep for the state of mankind at The Internet Cat Video Festival.
Pattie Boyd, Henry Diltz and Carinthia West on Photography, Celebrity
Iconic '60s and '70s photos on view at River North gallery
Sep 17, 2015 | Chloe Riley
The forces behind some iconic 1960s and '70s photographs of Robin Williams, George Harrison, Janis Joplin, Neil Young and other celebrities speak with us about their work.
Steppenwolf Poised to Open '1984' as Young Adults Show
This adaptation was first produced at Lookingglass Theatre in 2004
Sep 15, 2015 | Chloe Riley
George Orwell’s dystopian classic takes the stage at Steppenwolf starting Oct. 21 as part of the theater's Young Adults series.