Stories by Marc Vitali

Craig Rex Perry grew up in Englewood and has studied and worked around the world. We catch up with him in Kenwood during a master class on cartooning – and careers.

It’s not often that an Oscar winner for best picture gets translated to the stage. “Shakespeare in Love” is getting its U.S. premiere at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. 

Local author Jennifer Keishin Armstrong on the cultural impact of the TV show “Seinfeld.”

Contemporary art with Mexican roots: Celebrating 30 years at Chicago’s National Museum of Mexican Art.

Chicago Tonight meets a celebrated photographer who captured the human condition with her camera.

From “Downton Abbey” to “My Fair Lady,” a conversation with the stars of Lyric Opera’s spring musical.

The Chicago Tribune just won its first Pulitzer Prize for feature photography. We talk with Jason Wambsgans, who was awarded the prize.

The Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning artist talks about his new adult comedy on stage at Steppenwolf, Chicago’s theater scene and more.

Chicago Tonight meets a celebrated photographer who captured the human condition with her camera.

Pinball machines and Ed Paschke paintings go side by side as a suburban museum becomes an artful arcade.

Meet one of the filmmakers behind a new “American Experience” series about the United States’ entry into World War I.

She made her Broadway debut in Stephen Sondheim’s “Merrily We Roll Along” in 1981. Liz Callaway joins us in conversation and performance.

Actor David Schwimmer talks television, movies and the new play he brought to Lookingglass Theatre.

Two shows at the Chicago Cultural Center open doors to a local arts movement from 50 years ago.

We visit the Art Institute of Chicago to find out more about the 19th century oil painting “Arrangement in Grey and Black, Number One” – commonly known as “Whistler’s Mother.” 

One hundred years ago he took unforgettable photos of Chicago in turbulent times. Exploring the life of Jun Fujita, a Japanese immigrant who captured city history.

The changing face of glaciers around the world is the topic of a new exhibition at the Museum of Science and Industry.

The Art Institute of Chicago unveils new galleries of medieval and Renaissance art – including the re-installation of the popular arms and armor collection. We get a sneak peek.

Next week, the Jeff Award-winning actress and singer releases her first recording, called “First.” She joins us in performance and discussion.

Pinball machines and Ed Paschke paintings go side by side as a suburban museum becomes an artful arcade.

The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago joined forces with the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis for a dual exhibition about an artist of dance who worked with celebrated artists of other disciplines.

Two new shows at the Chicago Cultural Center open doors to a local arts movement from 50 years ago.

The master gardener joins us to share some gardening tips for warm winter weather.

The Paramount Theatre in Aurora is serving up a gothic new staging of the Stephen Sondheim hit “Sweeney Todd.” We discuss that show and other new productions, with the Chicago Sun-Times dance and theater critic.

The moving and powerful life of Maya Angelou: A new film explores the many facets of the acclaimed poet and writer.

The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago joined forces with the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis for a dual exhibition about an artist of dance who worked with celebrated artists of other disciplines.