On Feb. 8, 1915, D.W. Griffith’s controversial epic film “The Birth of a Nation” premiered in Los Angeles.
Today in History: D.W. Griffith’s ‘The Birth of a Nation’ premieres
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A new directive for NEA’s federal arts funding: The spirit of ’76
Amid the Trump administration’s ideological makeover of dozens federal agencies, the National Endowment for the Arts is re-routing millions of dollars from its Challenge America initiative, which was designed to assist nonprofit arts organizations with outreach to underserved audience. That money has been shifted to a general Grants for Arts Projects budget, and will favor […]
Here’s your Super Bowl celebrity lineup, from Taylor Swift’s (possible) guests to hometown stars
Kendrick Lamar is just part of the celebrity vortex that has shifted to New Orleans. The brightest among them, Taylor Swift, is expected to be there Sunday.
Review: Soccer Mommy delivers a heartfelt if occasionally muffled concert at Thalia Hall
Soccer Mommy’s music is easy to fall in love with. It’s poignant and piercing — the kind of music you’d listen to during your most vulnerable moments as a young adult.
In ‘Fool for Love’ at Steppenwolf, Caroline Neff takes on an iconic role
The Steppenwolf ensemble member says she relates to Sam Shepard’s characters much differently now than when she was younger.
What to do in Chicago: The Auto Show and Orchid Show open, plus Lunar New Year parades
Also around the area, “Dancing With the Stars” arrives in Rosemont and rap icons 2 Chainz x Jeezy join forces at Chicago Theatre.
Non-Equity Jeff Award nominations: Theo’s ‘Secret Garden’ and Kokandy Productions lead the way
Theo’s “Secret Garden” and Kokandy Productions’ “Into the Woods” tied for the most nominations for their off-Loop musicals.
Philosophy professor Agnes Callard believes in the power of a full-blown argument
Her superpowers as a philosopher sprung out of the frustration at getting her thoughts and herself across to people who couldn’t care less about philosophy.
‘Clean Slate’ review: An estranged daughter reunites with her father and comedy ensues
Laverne Cox pays a woman who comes home to Mobile, Alabama, years after running away as a teenager, only for her father to learn his son has returned as his daughter.
Cultural commissioner criticized for leaving ‘void,’ faces bullying allegations
Around a quarter of the department’s staff has resigned or been fired since Mayor Brandon Johnson appointed Hedspeth in March.