Cultural Grants Program; Polish-English Application Assistance Workshop
The mission of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is to enrich Chicago's artistic vitality and cultural...
Entertainment
Cuba Gooding, Legendary R&B Singer, to Present Two “Sweet Soul of the 70’s” Benefit Concerts in Orlando During Florida Classic Weekend
A portion of proceeds will go to Florida A&M and Bethune-Cookman Universities Orlando, FL -- Cuba Gooding, long-time lead vocalist...
Four Chicago-Based Writers – Scott T. Barsotti, Mia McCullough, Bonnie Metzgar and Carlos Murillo – Named 2014/2015 Playwrights Unit Members of Goodman Theatre
CHICAGO, IL - A new crop of local talent joins Goodman Theatre’s artistic team for the 2014/2015 Season. The four...
Music Institute Offers Enrichment, Concerts Culminating in 5th Annual Jazz Festival Salute to Charlie Parker
The Music Institute of Chicago offers classes and events for jazz aficionados and enthusiasts leading up to its fifth annual...
Illinois Film Office Announces Winner of Seventh Annual Shortcuts Competition
‘Parietal Guidance’ premieres at 2014 Chicago International Film Festival CHICAGO, IL – The Illinois Film Office (IFO) announced the winner...
Gentry-Jones Featuring Mr. Sam Come Together to Change the Sound of Music
Memphis, TN (BlackNews.com) -- The careers of Gentry-Jones featuring Mr Sam (Tony Gentry, Nil Jones, Sam Fallie) based out of...
Three-Day October Multi-Arts Festival Celebrates Return of Hothouse, The AACM@50 and Composer Don Cherry
Old and New Dreams: Hothouse Festival Updates CHICAGO, IL - On Friday October 17, the acclaimed non-profit arts organization HotHouse...
Cast Set For 11th Annual New Stages Festival, October 29 – November 16
CHICAGO, IL - Casting is complete for the three developmental productions featured in 2014 New Stages, a free annual festival...
Kathleen Turner to Preside Over 50th Chicago International Film Festival’s International Feature Competition Jury
CHICAGO, IL - The 50th Chicago International Film Festival, North America’s oldest competitive international film festival, announced today that Academy...
Director Gina Prince-Bythewood and Actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw to be Honored at 18th Annual Black Perspectives Tribute and Gala
Prince-Bythewood to Receive The Chicago International Film Festival’s Artistic Achievement Award and Mbatha-Raw the Emerging Talent Award CHICAGO, IL –...
