Comedian W. Kamau Bell on His Mom and What Makes Malcolm X Funny
The former Chicagoan and funniest political commentator on CNN discusses the forces that shaped him.
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Telling 400 Years of Immigrants' Stories, In Their Own Words
Playwright William Massolia began researching immigrants' first-hand accounts after finding out his own grandfather never became a citizen.
Chicago’s Most Successful Screenwriter Takes to TV
Steve Conrad (The Pursuit of Happyness) shares the forces that molded his writing.
How Boystown Became a “Gay Disneyland”
Jason Orne says it's great that people come for the sexually open atmopshere—as long as they don't treat it like a tourist attraction.
Transgender Actress Delia Kropp Returns to the Stage
She reveals why she left theater—and why she’s back.
Philip Dawkins Tackles Family Tragedy in The Happiest Place on Earth
The playwright examines harsh realities in his new one-man show.
A Trio of Star Turns
Three of Chicago’s biggest talents showcase their chops this fall in career-defining roles.
Building the Obamas in Southside with You
Director Richard Tanne brings the first couple’s first date to the big screen.
Director Kendra Miller Tackles Death and Mortality in The Cure
A new play explores our insatiable morbid curiosity.
"Voice Lessons" Promises To Be Atrocious in a Good Way
Laurie Metcalf (Roseanne, Getting On) returns to the Steppenwolf to star alongside French Stewart.