The National Toy Hall of Fame, part of the The Strong National Museum of Play in upstate New York, aims to show how its toys have endured and evolved over the years — pieces go from wood to plastic, electronics are added.
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With ‘Pericles,’ the Royal Shakespeare Company and Chicago Shakes begin a new transatlantic collaboration
RSC co-artistic director Tamara Harvey spoke to the Tribune about the two company’s plans and why it’s fun to put on a Shakespeare play that few people know well.
‘The Lincoln Lawyer’ review: In Season 3, Mickey Haller goes to the mat once again for a client
The Netflix legal drama returns for a third season, with Mickey Haller defending a man accused of murdering a prostitute who was mixed up in one of Mickey’s previous cases.
Column: August Wilson’s ‘The Piano Lesson’ jumps from stage to screen, with a pair of Washingtons in charge
Brothers John David Washington and Malcolm Washington talk about taking on the story, with their father Denzel Washington as co-producer.
In memoriam: Celebrating the life of ‘Lost Chicago’ author David Garrard Lowe and his love affair with Chicago
His poetic photographic essay about our bygone architecture sits on bookshelves across Chicago and continues to amaze and inspire.
To really see Peru, hop on (and off) the bus instead of flying between cities
Most travelers fly between cities like Lima, Cuzco and Arequipa, but if you want to explore beaches, deserts and mountains at your own pace, try a hop-on, hop-off bus.
Denny’s says it expects to close 150 locations by the end of 2025
Denny’s says it’s closing 150 of its lowest-performing restaurants in an effort to turn around the brand’s flagging sales.
Oak Park’s Pleasant Home subject of paranormal investigation
Old Spirit Investigations is looking into Oak Park’s “hotspot for supernatural activity” during a ticketed event Friday.
It’s official: Universal sets Epic Universe’s opening date
Grand opening day for Epic Universe theme park will be May 22, Universal Orlando announced Thursday morning. And the first phase of its ticket sales will begin next week, the company confirmed.
Column: No matter who is to blame, the CHSN-versus-Comcast debacle could diminish interest in the Bulls and Blackhawks
While the Chicago Sports Network sweats out a deal with Comcast, the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks stand to pay the price with fan resentment.